Ashley Hobbs, Special Projects Biologist, NC Wildlife Resources Commission
Science-based management and enlightened conservation efforts have aided black bears in making a dramatic comeback across their historic ranges. Ashley Hobbs, a bear biologist with the NC Wildlife Resources Commission, will discuss the natural history of black bears in western North Carolina and how you can use that information to safely coexist with these North Carolina treasures. Ashley will also tell us about the BearWise® initiative, which provides ways to prevent conflicts, provides resources to resolve problems and encourages community initiatives to keep bears wild.
Join us on YouTube!
Live Virtual Presentation hosted by NC Museum of Natural Sciences’ SECU Daily Planet Curator Chris Smith and the NC Department of Environmental Quality Office of Environmental Education and Public Affairs staff.
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Brought to you by the NC DEQ Office of Environmental Education and Public Affairs and the NC Museum of Natural Sciences.