Appalachian Winter Ecology Course
$200 for Members and Students
Limited to 12 participants
Winter Ecology is a field-based, two-day workshop for the amateur enthusiast, naturalist or student, that explores how winter helps shape the ecology of the Appalachian ecosystem. The course will explore how plants and animals cope with winter and how we can study tracks and other forest cues to understand their behavior and resilience. Participants will enhance their field naturalist skills through observations, tracking, and wildlife ecology methods. No experience is needed but ability to hike on snow-covered trails is important.
An optional 1 hour recorded lecture will shared with all participants the week before the class.
All participants receive training certificate. Housing or camping on site may be available for an additional fee. For more information: email [email protected].
This course is part of Hawk Mountain's Appalachian Field Institute workshop series, featuring 1-to-3-day field-oriented workshops designed for the amateur or professional naturalist (ages 18+) who are interested in learning more about the natural history and ecology of the central Appalachians.
Scholarship opportunities are available via our IDEA Fund. Contact Laurie Goodrich at [email protected] to inquire.