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By John Voelker on 03-13-08
Good thing Wild Bill called upon Ed Bangs to lend some credability to his story. His “coffee shop survey” certainly adds words to the piece, but little else. I for one do not view wolves as “large german sheppards” any more than I view mountain lions as a large house kitty. They are a large, efficent predator that needs control as every other animal does when it exceeds scientifically determined carrying capacity. I think Wild Bill has a bit more of a sensitive side toward these carnivores than his name would suggest. When the state issues it’s wolf tags, my wager is that we will see a large interest in collecting a wolf hide. I intend to be one of the first.
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By Robin R. Buckley on 03-13-08
I appreciate the unbiased report on the fate of the wolf. I guess I am one of those on the side of the wolf. I am not a hunter but do not judge those who do hunt, provided the animal is going to be consumed. Trophy hunting is a despicable act and I question the morals and conscience of those who hunt for ‘the fun of it’ or sport. Some people will say it’s splitting hairs, consumption or sport. There is a difference - I know them personally.
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Let’s be civil. The Flathead Beacon encourages vigorous discussion and lively debate, but we will delete comments that attack other readers, make accusations we can’t verify, stray too far off topic, criticize local businesses (call them if you have a problem), convict someone of a crime, use profanity or are simply judged to be in bad taste. We don’t always have someone moderating comments, so we ask for your help: If you see a comment that violates these ground rules, or you simply deem it offensive, please e-mail editor [at] flatheadbeacon.com. The views expressed in the comments section do not reflect those of the Beacon.
By John Voelker on 03-13-08
Good thing Wild Bill called upon Ed Bangs to lend some credability to his story. His “coffee shop survey” certainly adds words to the piece, but little else. I for one do not view wolves as “large german sheppards” any more than I view mountain lions as a large house kitty. They are a large, efficent predator that needs control as every other animal does when it exceeds scientifically determined carrying capacity. I think Wild Bill has a bit more of a sensitive side toward these carnivores than his name would suggest. When the state issues it’s wolf tags, my wager is that we will see a large interest in collecting a wolf hide. I intend to be one of the first.
By Robin R. Buckley on 03-13-08
I appreciate the unbiased report on the fate of the wolf. I guess I am one of those on the side of the wolf. I am not a hunter but do not judge those who do hunt, provided the animal is going to be consumed. Trophy hunting is a despicable act and I question the morals and conscience of those who hunt for ‘the fun of it’ or sport. Some people will say it’s splitting hairs, consumption or sport. There is a difference - I know them personally.