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In the late 1970s, the last known ferrets, a population in western South Dakota, had disappeared, and many observers believed the species had disappeared with it.
But on Sept. 26, 1981, a ranch dog named Shep brought a dead black-footed ferret to …
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Events mark 30th anniversary of ferret discovery
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is sponsoring a celebration of the 30-year recovery of the black-footed ferret Sept. 24-26 in Meeteetse.
Meeteetse is the place where the species was rediscovered in September 1981.
In the late 1970s, the last known ferrets, a population in western South Dakota, had disappeared, and many observers believed the species had disappeared with it.
But on Sept. 26, 1981, a ranch dog named Shep brought a dead black-footed ferret to its masters, John and Lucille Hogg — which led to an extensive search and discovery of a thriving population of ferrets in the Meeteetse area.
Activities during the three-day event include a live black-footed ferret display, raptor demonstrations, a bear aware tent, kids’ activities and a dedication of the black-footed ferret display at the Meeteetse Museum.
Tours of the discovery area will be available on this weekend, and Wyoming Gov. Matt Mead has issued a proclamation establishing “Black-footed Ferrets — Made in Meeteetse Day” on Monday, Sept. 26.
