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 Predators and Prey
Denali National Park & Preserve
August 5 - 7, 2011
$330 (10% member discount)
From the classic story of the lynx and hare to the long-studied relationship between wolves and sheep, the balancing act of predators and prey is more intricate than it appears. Each plays a complex role in shaping the other's population, behavior, and physiology. Join Alaskan wildlife biologist Ken Whitten for an investigation of the dynamic relationships between Denali's predators and prey, both big and small. We'll take a look at mammals and birds and the many strategies that predators and prey use to survive. As we pass through various habitats, we'll discuss the impact of environmental factors on predator-prey interactions as well as how predators and prey affect the habitats they live in.
Space Available
Click here to view space availability for this course. This list is updated manually and may not reflect recent changes.
Times and Location
Participants meet at the Murie Science and Learning Center, located at mile 1.2 of the Denali Park Road. This course begins at 6:30pm on the first day and ends at 4:00pm on the last day.
Lodging and Meals
This course is based out of the Murie Science and Learning Center Field Camp, located 29 miles inside Denali National Park along the Teklanika River. The Field Camp includes rustic tent cabins and a common dining tent. Family-style meals are simple and healthy. For more information about the accommodations please click here.
Hiking Distances and Physical Fitness
Field Seminars are active learning experiences. Participants must be capable walkers, in good health, and equipped for sudden changes in weather. This course includes up to five miles of hiking and/or 1,500 foot elevation gain per day, over uneven terrain.
Accreditation
The University of Alaska Anchorage offers one professional development credit (level 500) for an additional $69 fee. The 10% membership discount does not apply to the credit fee.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations and/or substitutions that occur 30 days in advance of the course start date will be refunded the course fee, less a processing fee of $25 per space. For cancellations and/or substitutions within 30 days of the course start date, the entire fee will be retained unless we can fill your space. If we have to cancel a course, your entire fee will be refunded. Refunds will be credited to the credit card used during the original transaction if less than 100 days since the original transaction. All other refunds will be made through a mailed check. Please contact our staff to process a refund. All membership purchases are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Questions?
If you have questions about this particular course, please contact the Murie Science and Learning Center by email or by calling (907) 683-1269. For answers to frequently asked questions, including alternative ways to register and the cancellation policy please visit our FAQ page here.
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