Thursday, May 14 at Burroughs Audubon Nature Club
White-tailed deer are a very divisive conservation topic in the United States. Traditionally an important food source hunted to near extinction in New York State, deer populations have rebounded in an incredible way. With the number of hunters declining, rural land use changing, and suburbs expanding humans are more in conflict with deer than ever before. Jessica Haggerty, Wildlife Biologist with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation will discuss the history of deer management in New York State, how deer populations are affecting songbird habitat today, and what actions we can take now to help restore ecosystem balance.
Jessica Haggerty is a Wildlife Biologist with the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation specializing in deer management. Jessica’s career researching and managing a wide variety of wildlife species spans 13 years and 4 states. She has a passion for helping people and wildlife coexist through education and greater understanding.
Following the presentation, we’ll take a short walk around the sanctuary to observe the effects of the local deer population and management practices with Jessica Haggerty.
No registration is required; attendees are welcome to bring a brownbag supper or snack.