Carnivore Field Workshop
Saturday, August 30, 2025
A female wolf with one of her pups.
What: Carnivore Field Workshop
Where: Northwest of Fort Collins (details will be sent to participants)
Difficulty: Moderate - Six miles max round trip, max 600 feet elevation gain, established trail and minimal off trail
We will meet at Me Oh My Coffee and Pie in Laporte, Colorado at 7:15 am, 3310 WCR 54G, Laporte CO 80535
When: Saturday, August 30, 2025, 7:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $215 per participant (Limited to Five Participants)
The Carnivore Field Workshop Includes:
overview of carnivore species in Colorado, from long-tailed weasels to mountain lions
learning how to identify fantastic habitat for different carnivore species
learning how large carnivores hunt and navigate across the landscape
why mountain lions are elusive and yet predictable
learning how different seasons and weather impact carnivores
being prepared to deal with backcountry emergencies
setting up remote cameras to capture stunning wildlife footage and images
Mountain lion after getting a drink of water. Note the wet paws and legs.
You’ll learn how to identify tracks of numerous species, including mountain lions, wolves, black bears, bobcats, coyotes, red and grey foxes, Merriam’s turkeys, deer, elk and moose. You’ll also learn the difference between canine and feline tracks and how to identify tracks without any pad marks but simply a dimple in the surface, whether it’s snow, sand or another substrate.
Consider downloading the app iTrack for an excellent overview for mountain lions, coyotes, bobcats, foxes, bears and numerous prey species, beginning with deer and elk.
The goal of this workshop is to help you not only identify sign of different wildlife species but also learn an incredible amount about what results in fantastic wildlife habitat.
WHAT TO BRING
layered clothing
decent footwear for hiking (closed toe footwear)
snacks and lunch
at least two liters of water
camera (cell phone is plenty)
a sauntering spirit
We will be stopping often to discuss the tracks and habitat of the wildlife that call this place home. There are many incredible connections worth learning that will enrich your time afield.
This is a great opportunity to ensure you have the Ten Essentials in your pack. Check out my Ten Essentials Plus system. If you’re just getting started, I highly recommend buying the SOL Bivvy XL first. It will save you from hypothermia and is an incredible shelter to wait out a thunderstorm.
Bobcat, stealthy spirit of the forest, cloaked in sun-dappled fur the color of autumn kissed grasses.