A workshop on non-lethal wolf damage management techniques will be presented on Thursday, Aug. 21 at Blue Mountain Community College.
The workshop will feature speakers from the federal and state departments of agriculture and the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Topics include the science behind non-lethal methods and their practical applications into wolf predation management strategies to protect livestock. An overview of the research on the efficacy of large breed guard dogs and their effectiveness in protecting livestock from bears and wolves will be provided. A question-and-answer session will also .be held
The workshop runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with registration at 8:30 a.m. The cost is $10 to be paid at the door. Lunch is included.
For more information, contact the Oregon State University Extension Service in Pendleton at 541-278-5403.
