Update from our wolf volunteer expedition to Germany
Fully trained and equipped, our wolf volunteer teams started their field surveys on Monday. On the hunt for wolf signs, by and large (preferably fresh) wolf scat, six teams head out each morning in various directions. We have found some scat so far and had some close encounters with wolf prey animal: red deer, roe deer, wild boar and hare.
Daily reviews 2.0
A highlight each day is the evening review when each wolf volunteer team shares their adventures of the day, findings and pictures. On top of serious scientific documentation and discussion, we get to enjoy some entertaining presentations!
Real-life teamwork
This expedition team of 12 people hails from the UK, Germany, the US, Thailand, Australia and the Netherlands. And it is a role model for teamwork at its best. Ages range from 17 to 70 years and their personal background is as diverse as can be. We all very much enjoy learning from each other and contribute personal skills on a daily basis to support the team’s goal: wolf conservation in Germany. Diversity is what makes all of this happen and a success – don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.
Wolves in action in the neighbourhood
On Wednesday morning the local forest ranger tolds us that a red deer was killed by wolves in the forest neighbouring Naturcampus. He had hear typical sounds of a fight and red deer calls the night before. It must have been the resident wolf pack consisting of six individuals including four cubs.
Three of our groups were on their way shortly after to investigate. They found a multitude of fresh tracks and a possible kill, site but the carcass seemed to have disappeared in mysterious ways. Surprisingly, no fresh scat either – what a shame!
But we came back with lots of pictures of track – another showcase for wolves go about their business very secretly – almost unnoticed by humans.
Read also: First I second entry of the Germany wolf expedition. All Germany 2026 diary entries on one page.
Author: Malika Fettak
Malika Fettak is half Algerian, but was born and educated in Germany. She majored in Marketing & Communications and is a qualified Systemic Coach & Trainer and passionate team leader. She joined Biosphere Expeditions in 2008, ran the German-speaking operations and the German office for some years and has led expeditions all over the world. She cares deeply about nature, the outdoors and the diversity our planet has to offer. She has travelled extensively, is multilingual, a qualified off-road driver, diver and outdoor first aider. More about Malika.