OWLS (Older Wiser Livelier Seniors) - Return of the Natives: Bobcats and other Large Carnivores

Event Summary

Looking for an excuse to get out of the house, make some new friends, enjoy a good meal and learn about the exciting world of nature? Then join us! These programs are held the first Tuesday of each month. The nature program will start at 11:00 a.m. at the Jester Park Lodge. An optional luncheon follows the program at noon in which pre-registration is required. Call 515-323-5300 to register. The cost of the catered lunch by The Radish is $10. Lunch registration is due the Friday before the program.

William R. Clark, Professor Emeritus of Ecology, Evolution and Organismal Biology at Iowa State University will discuss the return of predators to the Midwest. He'll cover the recent sightings of bears, pumas, and wolves and talk in some detail about how biologists study large carnivores using the Iowa bobcat research as an example. He will also discuss the future, conflicts and conservation of these incredible animals.

Cost

Adults - $10.00

Category

Programs