| Mammals
November 6 - 8, 2009 - Course is Full Explore the diversity of mammal species in the Southern Appalachian Mountains with a focus on the management practices used within Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Emphasis will be given to general natural history of each species, including but not limited to: distribution, associations, reproduction, status, conservation, research methods, etc. Adjunct faculty will include resource management professionals from Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the University of Tennessee.November 5 - 7, 2010 Discover the secret lives of reptile and amphibian species in the Southern Appalachian Mountains. We will focus on their specific adaptations and distributions in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Emphasis will be given to general natural history of each species, including but not limited to; distribution, associations, reproduction, status, conservation, research methods, etc. Fieldwork will include surveys of populations of reptiles and amphibians using traditions methods such as cover boards, leaf liter bags, etc. Goal: To give the student an overview of the variety, distribution, management, and natural history of mammals that inhabit the southern Appalachian Mountains. 2009 cost: Course takes place in conjunction with Naturalist Skills during the same weekend. Cost for both courses combined is $260 per person. 2010 cost: $274 |
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Specific objectives of this course are:
1. To introduce the student to mammal taxonomy and identification.
2. To introduce the student to the distribution and habitat preferences of mammals in this region.
3. To discuss the general natural history of mammals in this region.
4. To discuss the management and conservation of mammals in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Identify mammal families and many of the species within Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
2. Create a natural history report on a mammal of their choice.
3. Identify major conservation concerns as they relate to mammals in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
