Learn Wildlife Tracking and Help Document Rare Carnivores on Mt Hood
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Join the Wolverine Tracking Project Tracking Team: Learn wildlife tracking and help document the wildlife of Mt Hood National Forest this winter!Training: November 6, 6:30-7:30pm, onlineIntroduction to Wildlife Tracking Class (highly recommended of all new volunteers): November 13, 6:30-8:30 pm, onlineTracking surveys: November through MarchThe winter tracking survey is part of the Wolverine Tracking Project, a long-term community science project studying rare carnivores in Mt Hood National Forest.Learn to identify animals based on their tracks and signs.Learn about and help protect our native wildlifeGain field-based research experienceHelp search for wolverine and wolves, study the distribution of rare montane red fox, and document other resident carnivores.Tracking - interpreting the footprints and other sign wild animals leave behind - can open your eyes to a whole new world, as you are able to tell the presence of animals that can't be observed directly. The tracking surveys are a place to learn this valuable skill, while at the same time, helping out in an important research project. Tracking is an important skill for anyone looking to get into conservation, wildlife biology, environmental science and resource management, or for anyone looking to develop a deeper connection and understanding with the natural world.Tracking surveys are done on snowshoes, in groups lead by an experienced volunteer Tracking Leader. Survey trips are all day trips, starting on the mountain at 9:00am and ending around 3:30pm. Surveys follow designated one mile-long transects, and happen almost every weekend from December through March. We ask volunteers to commit to helping on at least two trips during the season.Qualifications:Reliable and have time to help with at least 2 surveys duri
About Cascadia Wild
Cascadia Wild is a Portland-based nonprofit dedicated to connecting local people with the natural world.Cascadia Wild runs a volunteer-based, community science wildlife survey project on Mt Hood, called the Wolverine Tracking Project, in which trained volunteers help survey for wolverine and other rare carnivores. Participants learn animal tracking skills while helping contribute to an increased understanding of the wildlife on Mt Hood.We also offer classes and programs in animal tracking, botany and foraging, wilderness survival, naturalist skills, and more. We combine modern ecology with the ancient practices of living with nature, to help people develop healthier relationships with the natural environment and with their community. We offer custom classes for your school group or event.
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