denali – Jan 4, 2010 12:00 AM

The weather here has turned cold, with morning temperatures for the last several days ranging from -25 to -30 below zero. Wolf care staff have increased the amount of straw in the enclosure to give the wolves more insulation. Wolves in the wild bed in the snow for insulation, but in captivity, the snow is compacted, leaving it ice cold. By watching Denali, one would never know it was cold. He is as active on these cold mornings than any other time. He continues to be a bundle of energy, always needing to be involved with activities in the enclosure.