Wildlife Watch: Community science camera trapping

Join Friends of Alta and Austin Green with the University of Utah and Sageland Collaborative for a special talk about wildlife migratory habits along the Wasatch Front and what trail cam footage has captured. Get an insider's look at the secret lives of Utah's most iconic species, from moose to mountain lions, and discover the surprising ways they adapt to their mountain habitats. Our expert speaker will share stunning visuals and fascinating insights from recent trail cam footage, revealing the hidden patterns and behaviors of our region's incredible wildlife. Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn about the natural wonders right in our backyard! 

Meet the Speaker: Austin Green
Austin joined Sageland Collaborative in early 2024 and is so excited to be on the team! He received his Ph.D. from the University of Utah under the tutelage of Dr. Cagan Sekercioglu in the Biodiversity and Conservation Ecology Lab. His doctoral research involved creating and co-running Wildlife Watch, which he then used to answer an assortment of ecological questions about how human influence alters wildlife behavior and distribution across Utah and abroad using cutting-edge statistical modeling. With the project lending itself well to community and student involvement, Austin then began leading an undergraduate research lab at the University of Utah through the Science Research Initiative, which he continues today.

Free event but donations welcome.

Please note that parking at the library is free for two hours. Any hour after that is $1.50. You will need to register the parking at the kiosk in the library either before or after the talk to get the free parking. 

Agenda:

6:45 PM - Doors Open

7:00 PM - Talk Starts

7:50 PM - Q&A