People & Wolves: A Wisconsin Story Mired in Political Intrigue

People & Wolves Captures Interviews During Fall Color

I wanted to film interviews during the height of fall color, and we did it! We arrived at Adrian Wydvens’s house at 11:45 AM on Saturday, October 1, 2022, for an interview about the latest news on Wisconsin wolf population numbers that were just announced this week. Then we headed to Peter David’s cabin near Iron River, arriving around 03:00 PM. After the interview, Peter treated us to a show of hand-feeding chickadees, and I even got to feed them! Both interviews offered spectacular views of fall color. Next, we headed to Red Cliff for an overnight stay at the Legendary Waters & Casino. Driving north through the Bayfield Peninsula provided more fall color. The following day we met with Marvin Defoe, who took us to Frog Bay, where the interview took place. I can only disclose that Marvin’s discussion about the relationship between the ma’iingan (wolf) and the Ojibwe will explain how people & wolves can coexist if they listen to their hearts. This is an interview you will want to see!

“Wolves Mired in Political Controversy”

The film tells the story of Wisconsin’s gray wolves, the controversies surrounding them, and how people learn to coexist as these native predators are again fulfilling their ecological role after returning to the state about 45 years ago.

The film will tell the story of Wisconsin’s gray wolves and the controversy surrounding them. This documentary will examine the people involved, between several opposing forces for over a decade, culminating in court battles.