To be "like a wolf" to the Indian was to become valuable in the world. Like the wolf, the Indian sought to be a strong individual and to provide well for his family and others in his tribe. He sought the wolf's stamina and his ability to track.

"Wolves of the Crow" is a painting of Indian warriors who have attained the honor of "scout." By wearing the sacred wolf skins, these Crow Indian scouts can call upon the wolf spirits to help them hunt, track or to succeed in a raid.