Whitetail Deer

Over the last century the population of white-tail deer in North America has exploded from around 300,000 to 30 million.  This native animal has done extremely well because of how humans have reshaped the natural environment including the extermination of predators like the wolf.  Here in Minnesota the white-tail deer is part of a rich hunting tradition and also considered a nuisance by gardeners and those who have been unfortunate to hit one with their vehicle.  We will talk about the many different aspects of deer ecology along with the differences between other ungulates like elk and moose.  Meet at the playground at the Day Use Area near the swimming pond.