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2026 Project Gallery
Young leaders shaping the next chapter of Mexican wolf recovery.
Young leaders across the Western United States, Mexico, and Canada are bringing extraordinary vision and heart to the 2026 Lobo Youth Summit. Their projects are bold, creative, and rooted in the belief that wolves are sentient individuals with stories worth telling.
When young people step forward for wolves, entire communities start to shift. As we head into 2026, we invite you to stand with these young leaders — your support fuels their projects, amplifies their voices, and helps build a world where wild families can thrive.
Estrella: A Wolf’s Journey
A student team is creating a children’s story and coloring book for families, schools, and libraries — blending original illustrations with an empathetic story about the challenges wolves face and the ways people can help.
Lobo Howls Book & Art Calendar
Organizers Lillian and Clara are illustrating and curating a book of 12 wolf stories, each paired with original artwork. A matching 2026 art calendar features their paintings, sharing wolf stories with a wider audience.
Dispersing Wolves: Greater Flagstaff Attitudes
Students are interviewing local landowners to understand obstacles and opportunities for wolf recovery, especially around the I-40 boundary. Their goal is honest dialogue and a narrative shift toward coexistence.
Guardians of the Forest: Mexico Photo Exhibition
Youth in Mexico are documenting forest ecosystems through photography, sparking conversations about culture, conservation, and shared landscapes. Their exhibit will tour community centers in early 2026.
Wolf Awareness Workshops in Mexico
Last year’s workshop leaders are returning with expanded, student-designed lessons — bringing wolf ecology, storytelling, and coexistence education back to their communities.
The Hope Trail: Mapping a Legacy
Inspired by the journey of Hope (F2979), students are building a story map that honors her life and teaches others about agency, freedom, and the right of wolves to disperse.
Nature Notes Zine
Students are producing environmental zines and short media campaigns that help more people see wolves as individuals with families, histories, and relationships.
Community Game & Event Series
Another team is designing an interactive educational game for families and community groups, paired with pop-up events that make learning about wolves fun, accessible, and grounded in respect for wildlife.
#HowlBack Challenge
Students are launching a social media campaign to spread the truth about wolves and amplify awareness about the plight of lobos.