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Wildlife 101 with JenCurious about the wildlife in your backyard and how to coexist with them safely?

Join us for our Wildlife 101 Webinar Series, a fun and engaging learning experience open to people of all ages! Each session features expert speakers who will dive into different topics related to wildlife and nature, offering valuable insights on everything from local species to conservation efforts. It’s where curiosity meets education—an opportunity to expand your knowledge while learning how to live harmoniously with the animals around us. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast or simply looking to learn more about your wild neighbors, this webinar series has something for everyone!

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The series is hosted by Jen Young, the Outdoor Recreation Supervisor for the City of Milton, Georgia. Known affectionately as "Ranger Jen," Jen has earned statewide recognition for her leadership in outdoor recreation, being named Georgia’s top recreation program professional in November 2024. As the Outdoor Recreation Supervisor, Jen oversees a variety of outdoor programs and initiatives, collaborates with experts from around the state, and fosters community engagement through recreational events—efforts that contribute to the city's commitment to providing enriching outdoor experiences for all.

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PREVIOUS WEBINARS

Eastern Box Turtles

Presented by:
Dr. Jennifer Mook and Dr. Natalie Hyslop
Professors at UNG
University of North Georgia

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Owls of Georgia

 

Presented by:
Linda May, Outreach Coordinator
Wildlife Conservation
Georgia Department of Natural Resources
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There's Fungus Among Us

Presented by: Jeff Dufresne
Founder/Owner of Pax Domus Farm

Due to technical difficulties during the recording, the full video of this webinar is not available. However, you can access the complete audio above along with a PDF of the presentation slides below. We encourage you to listen while following along with the slide images in this PDF. Open and Download PDF.

To make navigation easier, here are some key timestamps:

  • 6:33 – Start of Slide #2
  • 15:50 – Religious & Psychoactive Properties of Mushrooms
  • 21:53 (Slide 36) – Benefits of Mushrooms
  • 32:13 (Slide 48) – Mushroom Therapy
  • 48:02 – End of presentation / Beginning of Q&A

 

Appalachia Georgia American Black Bear

 

Presented by:
Gerald D. Hodge, Jr.
Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army (Retired)
Founder & CEO
Appalachia Georgia Friends of the Bears, Inc.
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Froggin' By Ear

 

Presented by:
Linda May, Outreach Coordinator
Wildlife Conservation
Georgia Department of Natural Resources 
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Wood You Believe It?

 

Presented by:
Jonah McDonald, DeKalb County Government
Recreation, Parks, & Cultural Affairs
Mason Mill Park | DeKalb County GA
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The Myth vs Fact of Fisheries Management

 

Presented by:
Aquatic Environmental Services, LLC
 www.lakework.com

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Injured & Orphaned Wildlife 911
 

 

Presented by:
Georgia Wildlife Network
https://www.georgiawildlifenetwork.com/

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