Wolf killing contest, bounty not backed by science or ethics: Canmore conservationist
From St. Albert Gazette:
BOW VALLEY – A controversial wolf killing bounty and contest in Alberta is generating howls of protest from conservationists.
The Alberta Trappers Association, in partnership with Alberta Professional Outfitters Society, is offering rewards of $5,000 for the top wolf killed, $3,500 for second prize and $2,000 for third prize, along with a bounty of $250 per wolf.
Canmore conservationist and wildlife photographer John Marriott has launched a campaign against this contest, which began on Oct. 1 and runs until March 31, 2025, and places no limits on how many wolves are killed across the province.
