POCATELLO, ID In September, Pocatello will host the fifth year of the well-liked Edson Fichter Nature Talks series. Take advantage of this free lecture series, which is co-sponsored by the Idaho Department of Fish and Game and Friends of Edson Fichter Nature Area, to learn more about the local species, habitats, and human history!
Every Wednesday in September from 6 to 7 p.m., the Edson Fichter Nature Area’s outdoor amphitheater will host these free evening discussions. In Pocatello, the nature area is next to Indian Hills Elementary, off of Cheyenne Avenue.
Among the presentations will be:
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Sep. 3 Shoshone-Bannock Tribal History in the Portneuf Valley
Nolan Brown, Original Territories and Historical Research Program Manager
Bailey Dann, Research Program and Education Specialist -
Sep. 10 Edson Fichter Nature Area and Beyond: Importance of Natural Areas
and Wildlife Habitat Conservation
Maria Pacioretty, Regional Habitat Biologist, Idaho Fish and Game
Sagebrush Steppe Land Trust staff -
Sep. 17 Animal Behavior: What is that Animal Doing?
Dr. Rosemary Smith, Emeritus Biology Idaho State University -
Sep. 24 Wild Encounters on the Trail: Staying Safe while Sharing Space with Wildlife
Idaho Fish and Game staff with the Bear Education Trailer
It is recommended that patrons bring chairs or blankets so they can sit inside and outside the outdoor amphitheater. Due to limited seating, arrive early to secure a decent spot. There may be cancellations or changes to the meeting schedule in the event of bad weather.
For more information, directions, or questions, please call the Idaho Fish and Game office in Pocatello at 208-232-4703 or the Friends of Edson Fichter Nature Area at [email protected]. We’re excited to see you there!
