shadow – May 4, 2009 12:00 AM

Vermilion Community College students assisted with the straw removal, pond cleaning and trenching of the den site, in an effort to help drain an excessive amount of spring snow melt. The students did an excellent job in rainy, cool conditions, while the wolves stayed in retirement eating 3 beaver, and frequently checking on the progress. Shadow spent the most time scent rolling in some decomposing organic debris that came from the upper pond. His video clip shows the excitement of the roll, and the color of an arctic hide when they find something smelly. His photo this week shows the yearlings still seeking his attention and dominance.