Emily discusses the approach to handling sightings of dead or sick wildlife in high-traffic areas, emphasizing the importance of familiarizing with safety protocols and disease prevention, especially regarding zoonotic diseases prevalent at Dinosaur.
Day-to-Day, Safety, Training
Emily’s Wildlife PSA
by Ron •
Emily Spencer, a Natural Resource Specialist at Dinosaur National Monument, issues biannual PSAs on local wildlife, focusing on wolves, mountain lions, black bears, bighorn sheep, and goats. She emphasizes the importance of reporting accurate wildlife encounters and provides specific instructions on handling sightings, with forms attached for detailed reporting. She also mentions exciting news about gray wolf reintroduction efforts in Colorado. Emily encourages sharing wildlife observations, utilizing provided forms, and proper use of bear spray, emphasizing readiness for the All Employee Training Day.