Dall Sheep and their Predators: Field Seminar | Alaska Geographic
Dall Sheep and their Predators Denali National Park & Preserve June 27-29 $320 (10% membership discount)
Dall Sheep were the catalyst in the formation of Denali National Park. Join wildlife biologist Ken Whitten in the field to investigate Dall sheep habitat and the predators that depend on them. This course is limited to 10 participants.
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 fees.
Times and Location Participants meet at the Murie Science and Learning Center, located at mile 1 of the Park Road. This course begins at 6:30 pm on the first day and ends at 4:00 pm on the last day.
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 greater than four miles of hiking and/or 1,000 foot elevation gain per day, frequently over rough and steep terrain.
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. Each tent cabin sleeps four people on platform beds with mattresses. Participants bring their own sleeping bags and pillowcases.
Questions? If you have questions about this particular course, please contact the Murie Science and Learning Center by emailing courses@murieslc.org or calling (907) 683-1269. Click here for additional information, including alternative ways to register and the cancellation policy.
