Join us for a family-friendly afternoon celebrating cougars. Learn about ecology and natural history from biologists, enjoy speed talks on cougars and local conservation projects and watch an excerpt from the upcoming film “Heart of a Lion,” which highlights work conducted by the Olympic Cougar Project.
3 – 5 PM: Cat Walk, a family friendly stroll to learn about cougars.
5 – 5:30 PM: Grab some dinner and farmcrafted cider while you peruse the information tables.
6 –7 PM: Speed talks by:
• Dr. Mark Elbroch, Panthera, on cougars
• Dr. Katie Haman, WDFW, on avian flu
• Glen Kalisz, WSDOT, on local wildlife connectivity
• Vanessa Castle, Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe
7 – 8 PM: Film excerpt from “Heart of a Lion” and Q&A with filmmaker Joe Portecorvo
Informational tables by: Mountain Lion Foundation, Jefferson Land Trust, Center Valley Animal Rescue, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, and Panthera
Sponsors: Finnriver, CedarRoot Folk School, & Panthera
Amazing photo by: Matt Mahan/Panthera