Hood River Watershed Group hosts ‘Wolves in the Watershed’ Talk

Wolves are among North America’s most iconic animals — charismatic, highly social, and remarkably resilient. After decades of absence, gray wolves have begun to recolonize Central Oregon, once again becoming part of the region’s ecological fabric. In this presentation, Aaron explores the natural history, biology, and behavior of wolves, including their cooperative pack dynamics and their role as top predators within complex ecosystems. This talk offers an inside look at how wolves live on the landscape and what their return means for both ecological systems and human communities in Central and Northwestern Oregon. Emphasis is placed on understanding wolves as animals— how they interact with one another, their environment, and the human-dominated landscapes they are reentering — providing context for informed and productive conversations about coexistence.