Project Description

This project is designed for young people and families to learn more about wildlife, including wildlife management and science. The curriculum may be adjusted somewhat based on interests expressed by the youth enrolled. Topics will generally be focused on wildlife management and science, which may include acquiring field skills, use of tools to learn more about wildlife, and applications of knowledge to make decisions. Basic ecology will be integrated along the path to success, as will hands-on and team exercises. Families should plan on purchasing an assigned book (TBD) on animal tracks and sign, some basic materials (although efforts will be made for assistance), and other potential, but relatively minor, costs. The superintendent will work to minimize direct costs, including through donation efforts, potential loan of trail cameras, etc.

Project Requirements

Project Books Required? No

Wildlife project books can be found here

4-H wildlife project books

*** Please note, if you do not attend at least one workshop in your project area during the 4-H year, you will be required to complete activities in your project book and turn it in with your record book. The number of activities required to complete a 4-H year in each project book can be found here.

What needs to be accomplished to move on to level 2?

  • Attend a minimum of 50% of workshops
  • Record Book- non-animal project journal

What needs to be accomplished to move on to level 3?

  • Attend a minimum of 50% of workshops
  • Record Book- non-animal project journal

 

Project age limit? 8 and up

Project Superintendent Information

Superintendent: Tim Hiller
Contact: tim.hiller(at)wildlifeecology.org or 971-209-8005
How will you be contacted? Email and Newsletter

 

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