Interagency Wolf Committee

Wolves present some of the most challenging management issues for several state agencies and Washington tribes. With the wolf population in the state continuing to grow, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is actively working with other state agencies and tribes to utilize effective management practices, minimize conflicts that may occur, and work towards wider public acceptance that is essential for wolf recovery to succeed on a statewide basis.

The Interagency Wolf Committee was created to ensure communication and coordination of management approaches to help inform and enhance wolf management efforts in the state. Specific issues this committee is tasked with include:

Monitoring recovery of the wolf population and the impact on prey species.
Determining the most effective management practices for wolf recovery.
Developing a cooperative approach to wolf management in the state.

Working together with other state agencies and tribes is imperative if wolf recovery is going to be successful in Washington.

At the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, we celebrate diverse individuals who bring a wide range of perspectives. All are welcome to participate in our processes regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability.

Contacts and member info

Guidelines

WDFW Advisory Group Handbook (PDF)

Contacts

Subhadeep (Shubh) Bhattacharjee
Wolf and grizzly bear policy lead
Subhadeep.Bhattacharjee@dfw.wa.gov

Mission statement

The mission of the Interagency Wolf Committee is to allow interested agencies and tribes to coordinate with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife on their management approaches for wolf recovery and management in the state.

Meeting calendar

Agendas will be available approximately one week prior to the next meeting.

Date	Location	Meeting materials
, April 26, 2019	Olympia	Agenda (PDF)
, Nov. 1, 2017	Olympia	Agenda (PDF)
, Nov. 18, 2015	Olympia	Agenda (PDF) Meeting handouts (PDF) Meeting notes (PDF)
, May 28, 2015	Olympia	Agenda (PDF) Meeting handouts (PDF) Meeting notes (PDF)
, March 25, 2015	Olympia	Agenda (PDF) Meeting handouts (PDF) Meeting notes (PDF)