Wildlife Awareness Course - Thu, Jun 18 2009

Wildlife Awareness Course (6/18/2009)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Meeting

Event Location:

TBA

Date(s) & Time:

Thu, Jun 18 2009 6:00 PM

Registration Cut Off:

Tue, Jun 16 2009 7:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

4 hours

Difficulty Rating:

D1: Easy

Event Coordinator(s):

LarryL
Shirley M
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Member Cost:

$20.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 18 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

35 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Shirley had Dan LeGrandeur teach a wildlife awareness course at her work and thought it was so great that the EOC should have the opportunity to see it too. Dan will teach us the ins and outs of avoiding and dealing with bear and other wildlife encounters. He is a former B.C. conservation officer with many years of experience in dealing with wildlife, especially bears. He will show slides and video clips, including many from his own experiences.

Dan will teach us about bear behavior and the fact that they are more predictable than most of us think. We will learn basic bear biology, identification, behavior and how to prevent and respond to bear and other wildlife encounters. With this knowledge, we will be able assess the risks and take the appropriate actions when encountering a bear.

Specifically, we will learn about: grizzly and black bear identification, bear ecology, bear behaviour, cougar ecology, human/wildlife conflicts, wildlife encounters (defensive and predatory), response to bear encounters, response to cougar encounters and the use of non-lethal deterrents.

Dan also sells discounted bear spray, so I've asked him to bring a few along in case anyone is interested in picking one up for themselves (about $20/can vs. $50 in the store).

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Notes:

- Registration is NOT COMPLETE until you've signed up and paid by the registration cut off date. The money must be in the EOC's possession by that date. No exceptions.
- When a minimum group size appears, this is to let you know that the event will be cancelled with refunds to those who have already paid, if the minimum number of registered participants is not met. For any events where EOC needs a minimum number of participants, there will be absolutely no refunds of money if you cancel.
- We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines at all times while participating in EOC events.
- Please scroll through and read the entire online waiver when you sign up.
- Details of this event are subject to undergo a change at any point in time, with or without warning.

Cost & Payment:

Member Cost:

$20.00/Person

Cost Includes:

A wicked bear and wildlife awareness course that will be invaluable for all backcountry pursuits!

Payment Cut Off:

Payment must be received by the EOC on Tue, Jun 16 2009.

Make a Payment:

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Cancellation/Partial Attendance:
Please review our Cancellation Policy carefully!