Courtesy/Los Alamos County
COUNTY News:
In celebration of Bear Month, the Los Alamos County Council has announced an educational session on the do’s and dont’s of human-wildlife interactions. This program is in partnership with the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish and hosted by the Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC).
Ariel Perraglio from the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish will share information about living successfully with the wildlife in our community. This educational session is 6 p.m. Monday, Aug. 21 at the Los Alamos Nature Center, at 2600 Canyon Road. A reminder that seating is limited in the planetarium and remote access will also be available via Zoom: https://lacnm.com/Zoom-Wildlife.
This program was organized in response to the growing interest and concern about the interactions between humans and wildlife, particularly bears, in the Los Alamos area. Councilors were motivated to host this event after Ariel Perraglio, a New Mexico Department of Game and Fish representative, highlighted the adverse effects on wildlife caused by well-intentioned humans attempting to feed them. The session aims to raise awareness about the importance of responsible wildlife management and the role individuals can play in preserving the natural ecosystem.
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) is generously providing the venue for this event, which ties to the broader Bear Festival activities taking place throughout the week. Visit https://peecnature.org/events to learn about the other bear-related activities, such as the Bear Dinner scheduled for Friday, Aug. 25, and the annual Bear Festival Saturday, Aug. 26.
Monday’s educational session aligns with the County’s commitment to promoting responsible environmental stewardship and preserving the natural beauty of Los Alamos. Attendees can expect to gain insights into the importance of maintaining a respectful distance from wildlife, refraining from feeding them and adopting practices that protect both animals and humans. For additional information visit https://lacnm.com/Wildlife-Event or contact the County Manager’s Office at lacmanager@lacnm.us or 505.663.1750.