Canada’s landscapes are like nature’s message board, filled with clues about the daily lives of wildlife. Tracks, markings and other subtle signs tell fascinating stories about animals in our communities.
Media Release - March 18th NCC
Ever wondered who left those tracks?
The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is hosting a free webinar on Wednesday, March 19 at 5:30 p.m. ET to teach the art of animal tracking. Whether someone is a nature enthusiast, an outdoor adventurer or simply curious, this virtual event is open to everyone. Participants can submit questions during the event and in advance and will learn easy-to-follow tracking tips, such as the best times and conditions for spotting animal tracks and how to do so safely. The webinar will also uncover the historical significance of wildlife tracking and introduce some of the amazing animals found across Canada.
Animal tracking has been practiced for generations and remains an essential tool for scientists and groups like NCC. By understanding wildlife movements, experts can better understand and protect habitats, and monitor species and their distribution and migration, which helps guide conservation efforts.
Interested people can register at natureconservancy.ca/wildlife.
After the event, attendees will receive a wildlife tracking guide to continue their adventures in nature.
This interactive webinar will feature insights from two experienced wildlife trackers:
- Aerin Jacob – Director of science and research at the Nature Conservancy of Canada. Jacob has been tracking animals for years, both for work and for fun. Her PhD research involved animal tracking, and she continues to advise governments and philanthropic groups on species at risk, scientific research and conservation planning. Jacob is also an adjunct professor at the University of Northern British Columbia, has a PhD in biology from McGill University and post-doctoral research at the University of Victoria.
- Joseph Litke – Wildlife biologist, hiking guide and track and sign professional, Litke is the co-founder of Fiera Biological Consulting, an Edmonton-based conservation consulting firm. He has extensive experience exploring western Canada's landscapes and leads tracking-based conservation programs and workshops with conservation professionals and the public.