Cook County News Herald

Watching wildlife in your neighborhood




Have you ever wondered what animals, other than deer, are visiting your yard or property? Unbeknownst to many, there are a variety of creatures that visit and even live on your property that you may never see, including bobcats, flying squirrels and a variety of small mammals. On Saturday, April 9 at 10 a.m., Sugarloaf: The North Shore Stewardship Association in Schroeder is offering a program

Discovering and Monitoring Wildlife on your North Shore property, which could help you get a peek at your secretive residents.

During this program, Mike Rentz, president, Minnesota Chapter of the Society for Conservation and a biology PhD candidate in conservation biology at the University of Minnesota, will share techniques that wildlife biologists use including trail cams, live traps, and even tin cans. You will be amazed what is out there.

There is a $10 fee at the door for this program per person or family. Members pay $5 per person or family. All proceeds support Sugarloaf: The North Shore Stewardship Association.

Sugarloaf Cove is located lakeside off Highway 61 at mile 73.3, near Schroeder. For more information call 218-525-0001.



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