This program provides a brief natural history of Connecticut, addresses the current state of wildlife in the state, including a discussion of major species, factors affecting their habitats, challenges we face in managing them, and provides suggestions for what people can do to make a difference.

Paul Colburn is a 2015 graduate of the Connecticut Master Wildlife Conservationist Program (MWCP) and a certified Master Wildlife Conservationist (MWC).  The MWCP is a Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (DEEP) adult education program that trains volunteers in the fields of wildlife management, natural history, and interpretation.  Paul is a dedicated advocate for wildlife and is passionate about sharing his knowledge with others.  He is particularly focused on teaching the basics of living responsibly with wildlife.  Paul has provided hundreds of wildlife presentations for a wide variety of public and private organizations in all corners of the state.  He is a graduate of Wesleyan University and served honorably in the United States Army.

This event will be held virtually on Zoom.

Here is the Zoom link:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82378475353