DNR finalizes Wolf Management Plan

The DNR has finalized an updated wolf management plan that incorporates the diverse views of Minnesotans and will guide the state’s approach to wolf conservation for the next 10 years.

The DNR’s updated wolf management plan incorporates the diverse views of Minnesotans and guides the state’s approach to wolf conservation.

The wolf plan describes and provides guidance on wolf population monitoring, population management, depredation control, public safety and more. The current plan was finalized in 2022 and will guide wolf management for 10 years.

The plan emphasizes cooperation and collaboration with tribal, federal, state and local governments, non-governmental organizations, and other partners.

The goals in this plan incorporate the extensive public input and perspectives of Minnesotans about wolves, while adhering to the statutes guiding Minnesota wolf management.

The DNR is continuing Minnesota’s longstanding commitment to wolf conservation and to ensuring our wolf population remains healthy and stable.

The plan includes summary information about Minnesota’s wolf population and the history of wolves in the state. It details the diverse and changing public attitudes about wolves, the legal status of wolves, tribal perspectives on wolves, and ways to support a healthy and resilient wolf population while minimizing conflicts between humans and wolves. The plan also includes a framework for how the state will approach decisions about wolf hunting or trapping if the wolf is delisted federally.

You can find a full version of the updated plan and information about the planning process on the DNR wolf plan page.