"Start your tour on the patio of our century-old cabin,” says Director Leyton Cougar, “then take an educational walk among our wolves. Our friendly and knowledgeable tour guides will answer all of your questions, while sharing amazing facts about these majestic animals. Because education provides the best possible hope of ending the trade in all exotic species, including wolves, our sanctuary develops unique, interactive programs that give people the chance to develop a richer appreciation for the complexities of wolf behavior.”

Cougar says many of the animals have spent time in domestic settings and are “as curious about visitors as our visitors are about them. Our mission is to provide permanent, safe sanctuary for abused and abandoned captive-bred wolves and wolf-dogs and to educate the public about respecting and preserving wildlife. People learn about behaviors of the wolf, the dynamics of the wolf pack, the differences between wolves and domestic dogs, and more. We present the problems and complexities of wolf-dog ownership and emphasize the many reasons why wild animals should not be pets.”

More than 15,000 visitors include the Sanctuary in their travel plans annually. It has been featured in newspapers nationwide and on Animal Planet, Outdoor Life Network, CNN, Finnish and German TV, CBS, and ABC TV shows, and many others.

“The Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary gives us the opportunity to share time and space with wildlife in an incredibly beautiful area of New Mexico. It is an adventure not to be missed" says Michael Cerletti, Secretary of the New Mexico Tourism Department. ”

Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for children, $4 for senior citizens, and free for children ages seven and younger. Tours for the general public are given Tuesday through Sunday at 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. or call to set up a private group or photography tour. The Sanctuary is closed on Mondays.

Directions
From Albuquerque, take I-40 west to Grants, Exit 81, left onto State Road 53 for approximately 50 miles. About two miles past El Morro National Monument, turn left onto BIA 125 at the sign for Mountain View and Pine Hill, travel eight miles and turn right at the sign for the Sanctuary.

For more information, call 505-775-3304 or visit Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary

Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary Offers Unique Adventure The Sanctuary – a New Mexico non-profit organization - provides habitat and shelter for more than 60 abused and abandoned wolves and wolf-dogs. Come for a tour or spend a peaceful weekend at the fully-wooded, primitive campground, where visitors can hear the night song of wolves under a star-filled New Mexico sky. The Sanctuary provides year-round camping for $10 per night and provides propane grill rentals. "Start your tour on the patio of our century-old cabin,” says Director Leyton Cougar, “then take an educational walk among our wolves. Our friendly and knowledgeable tour guides will answer all of your questions, while sharing amazing facts about these majestic animals. Because education provides the best possible hope of ending the trade in all exotic species, including wolves, our sanctuary develops unique, interactive programs that give people the chance to develop a richer appreciation for the complexities of wolf behavior.” Cougar says many of the animals have spent time in domestic settings and are “as curious about visitors as our visitors are about them. Our mission is to provide permanent, safe sanctuary for abused and abandoned captive-bred wolves and wolf-dogs and to educate the public about respecting and preserving wildlife. People learn about behaviors of the wolf, the dynamics of the wolf pack, the differences between wolves and domestic dogs, and more. We present the problems and complexities of wolf-dog ownership and emphasize the many reasons why wild animals should not be pets.” More than 15,000 visitors include the Sanctuary in their travel plans annually. It has been featured in newspapers nationwide and on Animal Planet, Outdoor Life Network, CNN, Finnish and German TV, CBS, and ABC TV shows, and many others. “The Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary gives us the opportunity to share time and space with wildlife in an incredibly beautiful area of New Mexico. It is an adventure not to be missed" says Michael Cerletti, Secretary of the New Mexico Tourism Department. ” Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for children, $4 for senior citizens, and free for children ages seven and younger. Tours for the general public are given Tuesday through Sunday at 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. or call to set up a private group or photography tour. The Sanctuary is closed on Mondays. Directions From Albuquerque, take I-40 west to Grants, Exit 81, left onto State Road 53 for approximately 50 miles. About two miles past El Morro National Monument, turn left onto BIA 125 at the sign for Mountain View and Pine Hill, travel eight miles and turn right at the sign for the Sanctuary. For more information, call 505-775-3304 or visit Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary Based on information provided by New Mexico Tourism Office © 2009
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Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary Offers Unique Adventure