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2010 Tax-Deductible Donations
We understand that in this difficult economy it is not easy to donate to organizations such as ours. Family most definitely comes first. However, if the opportunity arises, please think of us when making a Tax-Deductible donation this year. Our "pack" always appreciates the help from our supporters.
Gift Shop
Visit the U.S. Wolf Refuge Gift Shop on our web site and purchase one of the wonderful wolf items.
All proceeds go to support the efforts of the United States Wolf Refuge.
The United States Wolf Refuge is an accredited non-profit, 501(c)(3) canine sanctuary.
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Contact Information
Director:
Bill Chamberlain
Editor:
Shellie Robertson
Photographer:
Christine Mikulice
Webmaster:
Paul M. Van Dort
Kasa's Very Special Message to You
"Won't you join my pack?"
Join Our Pack Today and receive a little something in return!
Your tax-deductible donations are always helpful as well as greatly appreciated and now we will send you thank you gifts in exchange for your generosity. Thank you.
Embroidered Fleece Vest, Tote Bag, Water Bottle & Membership Card
You will receive an Embroidered Fleece Vest just like this, custom made for you in your size and mailed directly to your home, as well as our nicest Embroidered Tote Bag, USWR Water Bottle & Membership Card for a $300.00 donation.
Embroidered Fleece Vest, Water Bottle & Membership Card
You will receive an Embroidered Fleece Vest just like this,, custom made for you in your size and mailed directly to your home, as well as a USWR Water Bottle & Membership Card for a $150.00 donation.
U.S. Wolf Refuge Water Bottle & Membership Card
You will receive a USWR Water Bottle, as well as a USWR Membership Card for a $50.00 donation.
Party Crashers
There's nothing more beautiful than a warm, quiet summer evening with a million stars in the sky. Maybe you're even lucky enough to have a full moon (or almost) and then once in the while our pack begins to sing for you…sometimes starting out with the howl of just one animal and then the others join in one by one. This was our idea of heaven UNTIL our new neighbors moved in.
For the last month or two the wonderful sounds from our pack have been drowned out by the "yipping" of the pair (or small pack) of COYOTES that have decided to den on the slope of a nearby hill at the refuge.
Amazingly enough, these uninvited guests seem to have absolutely no fear at all of our MUCH larger wolves and wolf-dogs. Of course, our pack is tucked away safely into their pens within the large compound every night when these "party crashers" pay us a visit, but however odd it may seem, these animals boldly wander around close to our pack, as well as the main house and the volunteer trailer. Most likely they are hunting for mice and rats (which is a good thing since they're a problem at the refuge), serenading us every night while they do it, having a "yip-yip-yipping-good time" until sunrise. Hopefully they move on after their young are born!
Pack Member of the Month
Comanche
There's no one better to represent everything that our refuge stands for than "Comanche".
This troubled animal came to us from San Jose California a few years ago. He had been the victim of severe abuse, taken into protective custody by animal control officers with two embedded chains in his neck. No one knows better than the U.S. Wolf Staff how this has impacted his life. Comanche struggles daily to get past his trust issues with people. It breaks your heart to think about what he has lived thru.
We fully expect Comanche to live the remainder of his life with us at the refuge, with the few people that truly love and understand him. We try to trust him, and he tries very hard to put his trust in us, but no matter what we will never give up on him and never ever abandon him, as he was in the past.
Comanche is not alone. Many "domesticated" wolves and wolf-dogs suffer abuse and abandonment every year at the hands of frustrated owners who had no idea how these animals could impact their lives. Education is key…before you adopt a wolf or wolf-dog please educate yourself.
Adopt-a-Wolf Orders
Just like last year, any "Adopt-a-Wolf" orders placed during November and December will be tied with a festive holiday bow at no additional charge. Animal lovers will cherish their one year sponsorship of one of our very special pack members.
Give a special gift with your tax-deductible $30.00 donation.
Last Chance to Get Your Raffle Tickets NOW!
REMEMBER THAT ALL OF THE PROCEEDS COLLECTED FOR THESE TICKETS GOES TO THE U.S. WOLF REFUGE!!!
We are still selling raffle tickets online thru November 20th. The raffle drawing will be held at the Reno PETCO store (details below) at 12:00 noon on December 5th. If the winner is not present, he/she will be notified by email and phone.
Click here for more information and how to purchase tickets
Are you a Holiday Crafter?
Do you knit or crochet caps, scarves or Afghans? Do you make Christmas ornaments or stockings? Shellie & Chris are scheduled to attend a couple of Holiday Craft Fairs late in November and early December. If you have an item(s) that you would like to donate to our cause, please email
.
We appreciate all the help we can get!
Upcoming Holiday Events
November 27th – Shellie & Chris at the "Contra Costa County Holiday Craft Fair", Martinez CA. Proceeds from the majority of our sales go to our Pack!
December 5th – Bill Chamberlain & the USWR Ambassadors at the Reno PETCO Store, 2970 North Towne Lane, Reno 775-673-9200 12:00 noon. Raffle Drawing for "Kasa's Clan" necklace & earring set donated to us by Elizabeth Moon!
For more information about the U.S. Wolf Refuge,
contact us at:
(775) 475-0510
WOOOOOOF….. Have a Happy Thanksgiving
see you next month ...
Temerity