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News and Events

Fundraising for Innovative Conflict Solutions

We’re excited to support some innovative research on early warning wolf detection/real-time motion-activated camera system with AI imagery software that can alert a rancher if the system captures a photo of a wolf. 

Ian is a master’s student at Colorado State University that is committed to finding solutions to rancher-wolf conflicts in Northern California.  His career background includes working for the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, more recently as a human-wildlife conflict specialist in Northern California from 2022 to 2024, where some of his duties involved working with ranchers to reduce wolf-related issues.  This led Ian to recognize there is a drastic need for new strategies in California to mitigate wolf conflict.

“After the state cut our program and let me loose, I knew it was time to go back to school and work to find solutions to this issue, I think we owe it to the ranchers and the wolves of California.”  – Ian R Keith

By updating and testing existing tools and techniques, and incorporating automative technology, Ian believes solutions can be found through adaptive management with ranchers and wolves.  His advisor, Anthony J. Giordano, has extensive experience working in the field of human-wildlife conflict with ranchers in South America, as well as communities experiencing conflict in Northeastern India with tigers, snow leopards, and elephants.

“My experience working for the state led me to find amazing, hard-working folks that deeply care for wildlife and their ranch land but are overworked and are desperate to find solutions.  Ranchers are not the bad guys/gals in this situation; they can and should be part of the solution.  We all could learn a lot from these folks.” – Ian R Keith

We are asking you to join us in helping Ian meet his fundraising goal to purchase the tools and equipment needed for this vital research. Ranchers in Siskiyou County are facing increased pressure from wolf-livestock predation making the need for new technologies and approaches urgent. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation to support this research! Since we are run by volunteers, 100% of every dollar donated will go directly to this project.

You can give at the campaign link below, or we can accept Venmo (@CaliforniaWolfFoundation), PayPal (CAWolfFound), and credit card donations through our website in addition to social media based donations and tax smart donor advised funds.

https://givebutter.com/early-warningwolf-detection-research-k3egb4

Community Events

April 25, 2026 – California Duck Days

California Duck Days is a family oriented, community-based outdoor festival with activities for people of all ages, and we are thrilled to be participating for our first time! On-site activities include wetland themed arts and crafts, live animals, nature trail games, interactive exhibits, and much more. All activities are free! This event is hosted by the Yolo Basin Foundation in the Yolo Wildlife Area (45211 County Road 32B (Chiles Road), Davis, CA 95618).https://yolobasin.org/duck-days/

This free event runs from 9am to 3pm. Bring a water bottle. Food trucks will be available. No dogs permitted.

Sunday May 3, 2026 – Dino Day Science Fest at Sierra College

We’re excited to participate in Dino Day at Sierra College’s Natural History Museum! This event will feature fossils; chemistry; physics; hands-on activities; art; live animals; dissections; games; play; Dino Store; festival fare; and much more. The event is for all ages, with an emphasis on children / families. This is a ticketed event benefiting the Sierra College Natural History Museum. Tickets can be purchased for the morning (9am-noon) or afternoon (12:30pm-3:30pm) sessions. Tickets and other details: https://www.sierracollege.edu/campus-life/things-to-do-on-campus/events/?trumbaEmbed=filterview%3Dmuseum

Livestock Loss Compensation

We have launched our livestock loss compensation program and are now accepting applications for grants to offset wolf-caused livestock mortalities and injuries that occurred within California prior to September 23, 2021 or between March 2024 and July 1, 2024. If you have experienced livestock losses from wolf predation, we encourage you to apply to participate in our livestock loss program. For losses occurring after September 23, 2021 (but not between March-July 2024), producers can request reimbursement from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife: https://wildlife.ca.gov/Conservation/Mammals/Gray-Wolf/Grants

Bookmark Campaign

California Wolf Foundation has wolf bookmarks available to ignite the spirit of wildlife conservation in the next generation. If you are a librarian or work for a school in California and would like to request a box of FREE bookmarks to distribute to students, please reach out via email (below).

We are a charitable organization operated by volunteers. 100% of the proceeds from your donation or t-shirt purchase will directly support our mission.

Please visit our t-shirt shop where you can choose from 3 different styles with multiple product and color options!

https://www.bonfire.com/store/california-wolf-foundation/

The California Wolf Foundation is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation classified as a tax exempt public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions to our organization are tax deductible (EIN 87-3467885).