Portland, Oregon Wildlife & Animal Tracking
We track to find the animal. The ancient art and science of tracking requires deep awareness and knowledge of the natural world. We don't simply track the deer you read about in a field guide. Our methodology insists that you get to know the animal you are following as an individual. We quickly go beyond academic theory to a level where you study and learn about individual animals.
No animal is an island. They live their lives completely interdependent to the wild around them. These stories can be some of the most engaging aspects of tracking. Where do the deer leave their fawns while they feed on the willow? How many bear share this apple tree and where do their territories overlap? Are coyotes absent because the cougar is now in the area? Tracking is how we answer these questions.
Free Informational Evening March 13, 2012, 7pm-9pm, Portland, OR
Immersion Information Session Learn more about Trackers. This evening we cover the focus, philosophy and unique teaching methods of our long-term training programs for adults.
Contact Us to RSVP 5040 SE Milwaukie Avenue, Portland, OR
Core Programs for Wildlife Tracking...
6-hour Taster Day This class serves as inspiration and introduction into the world of Wildlife Tracking.
Weekend Training, 9-months Join us 1-weekend a month for 9-months in an immersive learning community as you master the art and science of tracking. Graduates of this course develop a set of critical tools rarely found in any wildlife sciences or tracking training program.
Specialty Programs
Going Bear Bear Tracking at Hopkins Demonstration Forest
January 14, 2012, 9am-Noon
Tuition Sliding scale donation to Hopkins Demonstration Forest (suggested $25-$50)
We've got a bear! And we want to learn more about its habits, pattern of use, and how it fits into the landscape and resources at Hopkins Demonstration Forest. Tony Deis, Founder of Trackers Earth, lead the field discovery experience so we can get to know "our bear". Participants learn some basic tracking skills, and how to interpret tracks and other signs of this particular bear's activities in the forest. This workshop initiates a wildlife monitoring program for Hopkins that we will need volunteers for in coming months—consider joining the Hopkins Wildlife Team.
To register or for more information call 503-632-2150 before January 12 to reserve your place (limited to 15) in Going Bear at Hopkins Demonstration Forest. For more information about Hopkins Demonstration Forest, including a map and directions go to www.demonstrationforst.org.
Details for Wildlife Tracking courses
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Ages Adult 6-Hour Taster
TBA
Tuition 49
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Scholarships
We have scholarship or Our Outdoor & Environmental Educator Training Program awards available of up to 10%-40% or tuition for students in need. Due to limited funds of awards we recommend you apply early to increase your chances of acceptance. Submit a scholarship application
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