Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center
- Just north of Twin Rocks Road, Divide
One rescued wolf-hybrid is the inspiration
behind the Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center.
Located on the Wandering Star Ranch in
Divide, rescued wolves and wolf-dogs live as
close to the wild as possible in large enclosures
where they get to enjoy aspen groves, rock formations
ponds and dens for their young.
The center’s founder, Darlene Kobobel, rescued
her first wolf-dog in 1993. Her efforts to
save more wolf-dogs and to educate the public
about them and other unwanted animals have
culminated in the 35-acre rescue and education
facility.
Visitors to the center learn about the wolves
and wolf-dogs and their roles in the ecosystem.
The goal is to dispel long-held myths
about wolves and educate people about
domestic pet care. Visitors also learn about
wildlife conservation and protection. They also
learn about how the center’s animals which
include wolves, wolf-dogs, foxes and coyotes,
came to the ranch. Some of the rescued animals
came from fur farms, Hollywood and
even college dormitories.
The center offer memberships as well and
when a visitor becomes an Alpha member for
$100, they are allowed a half hour interaction
opportunity with the some of the wolves.
Tours of the center are run Tuesday through
Sunday at 10 a.m., noon, and 2 p.m. During
the summer an additional 4 p.m. tour is available.
Most tours last about one hour. Visitors
are asked to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to
their schedule tour.
In addition to the regular tours, VIP tours
and photography workshops are also available.
Admission is a minimum donation of $10
per adult and $7 for children 12 and under.
Group rates for school and organizations are
also available.
The center also offers a volunteer program
as well as an educational ambassador program
which visits schools to educate them about
wolves and wildlife conservation. The center’s
ambassador wolf, Shunka, is present for short
visits with students.
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