Workshop and Certification Course
Workshop - Wildlife Tracking Fundamentals
Thursday April 30, 2020
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Nita Lake Lodge, 2131 Lake Placid Rd, Whistler BC
Course - One Day Wildlife Track and Sign Certification
Friday May 30, 2020
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Nita Lake Lodge, 2131 Lake Placid Rd, Whistler BC
Early registration discount for APB members and group rate at Nita Lake Lodge end March 28, 2020!
Wildlife Tracking Fundamentals Workshop Overview
In this daylong workshop, participates train in the fundamental field
skills needed to reliably and consistently identify and interpret
wildlife tracks and other signs. The class covers mammal foot
morphology, animal locomotion and track pattern identification
and interpretation, and methods for interpreting non-track animal sign.
The day will include a classroom introduction followed by field time
for exploring content experientially. For
those who sign up for both days, content covered in this class
will be complimented by field time the following day to practice skills,
receive feedback, and explore a variety of tracks and sign of wildlife
local to the region.
One Day Track and Sign Certification Course Overview
The Track and Sign Certification is an internationally applied,
professional-level certification used to promote wildlife tracking and
knowledge. The
Tracker
Certifications emphasize practical tracking and the development of
reliable field skills. No prior training is required to participate. The
tracks and sign of any and all species encountered in the field may be
asked, whether big or small,
clear or obscure, fresh or old. After participants give their answers
for a set of questions, a dialogue ensues between the evaluator and
participants to provide the opportunity for everyone involved to
internalize field marks, wildlife behavior, and natural
history.
One-day Track and Sign
evaluations are an introduction to the Cybertracker Certification
process. It is an excellent springboard to practice and apply
fundamental tracking skills. A Track and Sign Level I certificate
can be earned by those who qualify. More information on Certification Levels can be found at trackercertification.com/track-and-sign-certifications
Who Should Attend
Everyone welcome.
What You Should Bring
Clothing and footwear that is appropriate for early spring weather in the mountains. Most of our instructional time will be spent outdoors.
Registration Includes
- Bag lunch and transportation to field sites (both events)
- Certification testing (Track and Sign Certification course only)