OSKALOOSA — The International Wolf Center’s “Wolves and Wild Lands” exhibit has been traveling across Iowa and is making a stop at the Mahaska County Environmental Learning Center from December 1-29, 2023.   This exhibit brings fascinating stories of wolves and their relationship with humans. For example, did you know that wolves once occupied every habitat in North America, from mid-Mexico to the arctic region of North America and Greenland? For most wolves, human encroachment has led to diminished territories and prey, but important work is being done to find a way towards coexistence between wolves and people. The exhibit consists of six preserved taxidermy specimens, each presented in its human and natural-history context. Species included are: Arctic Wolf, Mexican Wolf, Coyote, Red Wolf, Rocky Mountain Wolf, and Great Plains Wolf.  Exhibit graphics provide information from regions around the world that impacts each of these animals. Highlighted topics include the most recent research and population statistics, and the human perspective on what it means to live with or without wolves.

BEST TIMES
December 1-19, 2023

Mondays 12:30-4:30 pm

Tuesdays 12:30-4:30 pm

Wednesdays 12:30 – 8:00 pm

Thursdays 12:30 – 8:00 pm

Fridays 12:30 – 8:00 pm

Saturdays 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

CLOSED Sundays and holidays