Lectures and Workshops
South Puget Sound Community College presents
Wolves Among Us: A Glimpse at History, Behavior and Recovery Efforts
May 10th, and May 17th, 2008
Once considered the “ultimate predator” of the Northern Hemisphere, the wolf is now classified as endangered in much of its former range in the US. Information will be presented on the history of wolfs in North America, wolf biology, and behavior. Conversation efforts and species survival plans are also discussed. The first session will take place in a classroom setting where expert guest speakers will enhance your learning experience. The second session will take place at Wolf Haven where you can get up close and observe wolfs in their natural habitat. For the second session, please wear layered clothing and sturdy walking shoes. You may also bring a camera, a clipboard and paper for taking notes and must provide your own transportation to Wolf Haven International. You are encouraged to bring a brown-bag lunch for both classes. Recommended text: The Wolf Almanac, Busch, R.H., Lyons Press; approximate cost is $19.95, available at most local bookstores, online or at Wolf Haven International.
For registration information please visit SPSCC online at www.spscc.ctc.edu or look for a course description in their Spring, 2008 Course Catalog. The course number is CE 840.
Wildlife handling and chemical immobilization for wildlife professionals.
November 4-6th, 2008
Taught by Mark Johnson, DVM of Global Wildlife Resources, Inc.
Dr. Johnson will focus on the needs of researchers and managers to understand the skills and equipment associated with wildlife capture, physical restraint, and chemical immobilization. The course also covers in detail each aspect of animal handling such a radio-collaring, weighing, sample collection and patient monitoring.
This course is intended for wildlife agency personnel and other wildlife professionals, federal, state and tribal wildlife personnel; zoo and sanctuary employees and volunteers; animal control officers; and university students. Course includes course notebook and labs each day. Participants will also receive a Certificate of Training upon course completion.
More Information:
For information, availability and registration please contact Linda Saunders, Conservation Director, at (360) 264-4695 x216 or email lsaunders@wolfhaven.org
Course content includes:
* Five-step preparation for field operations
* Legal responsibilities
* Professionalism
* Drug delivery systems
* Immobilizing drugs
* Patient monitoring
* Marking sampling
* Veterinary emergencies
* Euthanasia
* Human safety
* Ethical issues
* Honoring each animal through equipment and techniques
About Global Wildlife Resources, Inc.
Global Wildlife Resources, Inc. (GWR) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to supporting wildlife professionals and bringing honor, care, and respect to those animals affected by research and management by:
1) Promoting and improving animal welfare (in a non-prescriptive manner) in programs and activities relating to wildlife research and management.
2) Teaching the highest quality courses in wildlife capture, chemical immobilization and handling.
3) Providing professional preparation and field assistance with wildlife captures, transport, and disease investigations.
