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ADV - MPS - Intro to Animal Tracking at Bdote, St Paul
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101 Snelling Lake RdSt Paul,, MN 55111
Join Haleigh Ziebol of Wide Eyed Outside for “Intro to Animal Tracking” at Bdote (Fort Snelling State Park). Learn the basics of animal foot morphology (shapes) and their gaits from a guided look at tracks throughout the park. We’ll also see and discuss other common signs like galls, nests, bites, chews, rubs, and dens! You’ll leave knowing how to properly document tracks and sign for iNaturalist.
Haleigh holds a Level 3 Track and Sign Certification through CyberTracker North America and is a facilitator with the Minnesota Wildlife Tracking Club.
Capped at 13 attendees. The class will be rescheduled to 10/11 if severe weather or significant rain happens on the 10th. If the registration fee presents a barrier to your participation, please contact Kacey Tait at ktait@umn.edu for scholarship opportunities.
To visit Fort Snelling State Park in St. Paul, Minnesota, you need a valid vehicle permit. A daily pass costs $7, and a year-round annual pass costs $35. You can buy them ahead of time online via the Minnesota DNR Vehicle Permit Page or in person at the park.
Accessibility notes: Up to 1 mi of walking at a slow pace on trail and on some uneven terrain. Standing and bending can be modified to sitting.
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The course cost is $10 and includes course manuals and supplies.
Course Dates:
Meeting from 10:00 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. on:
- Saturday, October 10, 2026
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