Science on Tap with Johnna Eilers and Megan Turnock
This event is hosted at Ground Control in Wenatchee.
Come join Wenatchee River Institute for Science On Tap! This casual, free event is a great opportunity to gather, socialize, and learn about an exciting science topic from a member of our community. No prior science knowledge necessary! Speakers will give a talk on their latest research or a science topic they are passionate about, with some time afterwards for discussion or Q&A. Presentations start at 7pm – arrive early to grab a drink and get a seat!
Presentation: Wild Neighbors: Exploring the Wildlife of Chelan and Douglas Counties with Local Wildlife Biologists
Description: Discover the incredible wildlife of Chelan and Douglas Counties with two local WDFW wildlife biologists as they present on the deer, bighorn sheep, birds, and pygmy rabbits that call this area home. Learn about monitoring methods and field projects, including helicopter surveys, GPS tracking, bird nest peeper cameras, genetics, and drones. They will also share the results from recent projects, wildlife habitat use, and the conservation challenges these species face. This presentation provides a unique opportunity to understand how science is guiding efforts to conserve and manage our local wildlife.
Presenters:
Johnna is the Assistant District Wildlife Biologist for Chelan and Douglas counties with Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. In this role, she plays a key part in monitoring and managing local wildlife populations, ranging from mule deer and bighorn sheep to birds, bats, small mammals, and even bumblebees.
Megan is a regional diversity biologist with Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. Her work encompasses a wide variety of nongame wildlife species throughout north central Washington, but her primary focus over the last year has been monitoring and recovery actions for prairie grouse, pygmy rabbits, and northern leopard frogs.
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