2014 Red Wolf Howling Schedule at Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge

Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge and the Red Wolf Recovery Program offer you the opportunity to learn more about red wolves at the only place in the world where they still exist in the wild! Meet at the designated time at the Creef Cut Wildlife Trail parking lot off of Miltail Rd./Hwy 64 for a chance to hear the harmonious howl of this endangered species. 

Photo by Kingston Walzer, who recently won runner –up in a photo contest at  Rosamond Gifford Zoo, a partner in the Red Wolf Species Survival Plan.

Free Spring Saturday Howlings
No Registration Required

• April 26 - Earth Day - 7:00-8:30 pm
• May 24 - Memorial Day -7:00-8:30 pm

Summer Howlings
No Registration Required
Summer Howlings cost $10 per person (bring cash, check, visa, or mastercard).
Children 12 and under are FREE!

• June 1-August 31, Wednesdays - 7:30pm-9:00pm

 Free Fall Saturday Howlings
No Registration Required

• October 11 - Wolf Awareness Week - 6:00-7:30 pm
• November 15 - Full Moon Howl - 5:00-6:30 pm
• December 6 - Holiday Howl - 5:00-6:30 pm

Important things to remember:

• Programs typically last about two hours.
• Bring a flashlight and insect repellent.
• Dress for the weather; howling will occur except with lightning, heavy rain, or wind or impassable roads. Decision to cancel will be made at least 1.5 hours prior to the scheduled program.
• Plan ahead! Creef Cut Wildlife Trail is about a 20 minute drive from Manteo!
•  Do NOT bring pets. 

Questions: Call 252-216-9464. 

Red wolf howling events: summer recap and fall schedule

The Red Wolf Recovery Program  had a wonderful summer howling season!  From June through August, we hosted 12 howling events on Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge.  We lucked out and only had a single weather cancellation this summer.   More than 640 people joined us at these events, helping raise over $3250 that is directly returned to fund red wolf conservation efforts in the field.  Thank you to everyone for their support!

In September, we take a small break from the howlings, but there are still opportunities to attend a howling event this fall.  We offer three *free* events on the following Saturdays:

Free Fall Saturday Howlings
No Registration Required

• October 12 - Wolf Awareness Week - 6:00-7:30 pm
• November 16 - Full Moon Howl - 5:00-6:30 pm
• December 7 - Holiday Howl - 5:00-6:30 pm

For more information and a list of important things to bring, please visit our event website.

Here’s a preview of what you might hear if you join us!  This video was taken by Wolf Haven International (Tenino, WA), a participant in the Red Wolf Species Survival Plan program.

Special howls of thanks to Lizzy, our summer Red Wolf Caretaker intern, who conducted most of the howling events.  Thank you, Lizzy!

How/where do I see a red wolf?

Photo Credit: John Froschauer

We’ve been receiving lots of inquiries about where to see a red wolf.  The wild, reintroduced population in northeastern North Carolina occupies over 1.7 million acres of the Red Wolf Recovery Area, over 60% of which is on private land. This distribution, together with the elusive nature of red wolves, can make them difficult to see in the wild.  However, if you want to take your chances, there are three national wildlife refuges within the Red Wolf Recovery Area that are open to the public: Alligator River, Pocosin Lakes, and Mattamuskeet National Wildlife Refuges.  Additionally, there is a small island population at St. Vincent National Wildlife Refuge in Florida. Alligator River also offers regular howling safari programs throughout the summer on Wednesdays.  For more information on the howling events, visit our website.  

There are also numerous educational and recreational events offered by the Red Wolf Coalition at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Red Wolf Education and Healthcare Facility in Columbia, North Carolina. Programs like Talk Like a Red Wolf, Red Wolf 101, or Red Wolf Kids are great for families or small groups interested in an introduction to red wolves, their lives and their conservation. Please visit the Red Wolf Coalition’s Calendar of Events site to learn more about the various events and the dates/times they are scheduled, and to reserve seats for your family or group.

The best way to see a red wolf is to visiting one of the more than 40 zoos and nature centers participating in the Red Wolf Species Survival Plan.  These facilities play a significant role in red wolf recovery by informing visitors about the value of wolves in ecosystems, inspiring the public to support the wolf's reestablishment in the wild, and allowing people to see red wolves close up.  To find a Red Wolf Species Survival Plan facility near you, check out the map below:

Red Wolf Summer Activities

 Photo: USFWS

 

Looking for a fun summer activity?  The Red Wolf Recovery Program offers you the opportunity to learn more about red wolves at the only place in the world where they still exist in the wild! Summer howling events take place every Wednesday night through August at Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge. Meet at the designated time at the Creef Cut Wildlife Trail parking lot for a chance to hear the harmonious howl of this endangered species.

-No Registration Required
-Summer Howlings cost $7 per person (bring cash, check, Visa, or MasterCard).
-Children 12 and under are FREE!

For more details on what to bring and directions, please visit our website: Red Wolf Howling Events
Here’s a sample what you might hear: Red Wolf Howling recording

 Photo: B. Bartel/USFWS

There are also numerous educational and recreational events offered by the Red Wolf Coalition at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Red Wolf Education and Healthcare Facility in Columbia, North Carolina. Programs like Talk Like a Red Wolf, Red Wolf 101, or Red Wolf Kids are great for families or small groups interested in an introduction to red wolves, their lives and their conservation. 

Please visit the Red Wolf Coalition’s Calendar of Events site to learn more about the various events and the dates/times they are scheduled, and to reserve seats for your family or group. Please note that reservations are required for those wishing to attend an event. Finally, please be sure to check the Event Policies for important information about attendance at red wolf programs.

2013 Red Wolf Howlings Schedule

Male red wolf. Photo by B.Bartel/USFWS.

Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge and the Red Wolf Recovery Program offer you the opportunity to learn more about red wolves at the only place in the world where they still exist in the wild! Meet at the designated time at the Creef Cut Wildlife Trail parking lot for a chance to hear the harmonious howl of this endangered species. Map and directions to Creef Cut Wildlife Trail parking lot.

Free Spring Saturday Howlings
No Registration Required

• April 27 - Earth Day (Full Moon!) - 7:00-8:30 pm
• May 25 - Memorial Day (Full Moon!) -7:00-8:30 pm

Summer Howlings
No Registration Required
Summer Howlings cost $7 per person (bring cash, check, visa, or mastercard).
Children 12 and under are FREE!

• June 1-August 31, Wednesdays - 7:30pm-9:00pm

 Free Fall Saturday Howlings
No Registration Required

• October 12 - Wolf Awareness Week - 6:00-7:30 pm
• November 16 - Full Moon Howl - 5:00-6:30 pm
• December 7 - Holiday Howl - 5:00-6:30 pm

Important things to remember:

• Programs typically last about two hours.
• Bring a flashlight and insect repellent.
• Dress for the weather; howling will occur except with lightning, heavy rain, or wind or impassable roads. Decision to cancel will be made at least 1.5 hours prior to the scheduled program.
• Plan ahead! Creef Cut Wildlife Trail is about a 20 minute drive from Manteo!
• Do NOT bring pets.