I have been lucky enough to see wolves in the wild on several occassions, and though at a safe distance and in no harm it is a chilling experience as they are a cunning predator. I also know a guy down by Emily, MN who has a wolf for a pet...wow...they are huge. It is a big timber and makes my 85 pound black lab look like a pup. I would definately not want to have one after me. Wolves are a predator and do have a place, but humans in the woods need to be aware of them and the possibilites and protect as needed. As for delisting, this is a good thing b/c wolves should be managed on a state by state basis not be gov't in washington. Good discussions guys, and sure is a huge variety of opinion on the subject. But in the end, lets remember we are all on this site b/c we are hunters...and hunters need to stick together!