Jim, Thor, Niko, Dakota, and Denali
(Photo: Nancy Dowler)

        Jim Rieder has worked 32 years with wolves and has spent almost a quarter of a million dollars of his own funds to pursue this avocation because of his conviction that so much more should be learned and done.  When he no longer was able to personally finance this undertaking, the Timber Wolf Preservation Society, Inc. was formed in August 1979.  The society is a state chartered, non-profit corporation with about 800 members throughout the United States and other countries.  It's operation and policy is established by a group of volunteer officers and directors. 

Jim and Niko (Photo: Nancy Dowler)

Because the I.R.S. has granted tax-exempt status, dues and donations to the Timber Wolf Preservation Society, Inc. are tax deductible.  The Society is devoted to the preservation and protection of the Eastern Timber Wolf, and owns and maintains a number of pure blooded Eastern Timber Wolves.  Primary interest has been in educating people in the value of the wolf, and reintroduction of wolves into a suitable habitat.

Nancy and Niko (Photo: Donna Krischan)

       The society receives no government support or tax money.  Our income is derived from public generousity.   Dues, donations, sale of items, auctions, raffles, admissions, lecture fees, and some foundation grants support the organization.  All dues and donations made to the society are tax deductible.  Your support and help are greatly appreciated.