The role of the “Wolf” was vital on a daily basis, from keeping watch for an approaching enemy from high above the campground, to scouting the trails ahead of a war or hunting party.

Wolves were the scouts sent by the pipe carrier to search the terrain ahead and report all they see back to the leader.

“A scout is like a lone wolf, that must be looking, looking, looking all the time.”

- Red Wing, Crow .

The sculpture “Wolf” was recognized as the show favorite by the Cowboy Artist of America at the Phippen Museum Art Show in 2009.