Tracking Predators on Averill's Island February 13, 2011

Join Bob Metcalfe on a winter tracking exploration of Averill's Island, a relatively remote section of the sanctuary. We'll begin with an indoor presentation and then spend about three hours out on the sanctuary. We'll focus on the habits of predators in winter as we search for evidence of how animals find food, water, and shelter; methods for energy conservation; and much more. We'll look for fresh tracks of a predator that we can follow through the forest. By retracing the trail of a fox, fisher, coyote, or weasel, we can learn a lot about its life and behavior. The trail can teach us about prey preferences, hunting strategies, and much more. We will meet in the Barn to go over some basics of winter tracking, and then head outside to explore. Registration is required. Call 978-887-9264 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.php?program_code=500-IP11WI1 for more information.