Tomorrow marks the opening day of Michigan’s first wolf hunt in nearly 40 years. The state has issued 1,200 hunting licenses to kill 43 wolves, all in the Upper Peninsula. Michigan’s American Indian tribes have been some of the strongest opponents of the wolf hunt. The Saginaw Chippewa Tribe based in Mount Pleasant is holding a candlelight vigil and sacred fire for the wolf tonight. Joining us by phone to tell us more is Charmaine Shawana, a member of the Tribal Council for the Saginaw Chippewas. Shawana says traditionally, the wolf is part of their creation story, and is also one of their clans.Get the Story:
On hunt’s eve Saginaw Chippewa’s to hold vigil for wolf (WKAR Public Radio 11/14)
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