August 2-3 (Saturday & Sunday)
Instructor:
Robert DuBois is an aquatic ecologist with the DNR. In addition to research on aquatic
ecosystems, he leads citizen monitoring efforts for dragonflies and damselflies and has recently
published Damselflies of the North Woods and Dragonflies and Damselflies of the Rocky
Mountains.
The Course:
After an introduction to dragon fly and damselfly biology and the morphology/
terminology used in the keys, the group will learn collection and/or observation techniques in the
field. In the evening we will focus on keying with the goal of learning the families and genera represented
in Wisconsin. On Saturday, the group will continue its field and laboratory work.
A Very High Quality of Instruction
Our workshops offer a unique opportunity to explore focused topics in natural history under the guidance of noted authorities. Hands-on field and laboratory investigations teach ecology, evolution, use of taxonomic keys,
and techniques. The workshops present college-level instruction and are designed to accommodate participants with a broad range of experience. The only prerequisite for any of the workshops is a keen interest in the topic.
Enrollment in each session is limited to 20, providing an informal atmosphere and individualized instruction.
This class can be taken for continuing education credits. You can request a certificate that documents your completion of the course. There is noadditional charge for continuing education credits. The class carries 1.4 CEU
credits.
