21-06-2025
IDNR to offer Coyote Track Workshop
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources will host a 'Coyote Track' Workshop at the Kennekuk Education Center, Kennekuk County Park, Saturday, June 28, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
With its interactive visualization tool, the Coyote Track website centers around coyote ecology and behavior using data collected from radio-collared coyotes in urban and rural areas of Illinois.
Several Chicago area urban coyotes and rural Illinois coyotes have been fitted with satellite tracking collars making it possible to monitor and analyze their movements and behavior over time. This presents a unique learning opportunity for students and the community to familiarize themselves with their mysterious four-legged community members.
Using real data, this workshop will guide participants through the visualization data tool and standards-based lessons that support the unit. Participants will learn about how and why scientists are studying coyotes in Illinois, including learning about telemetry and how the information is gathered.
The workshop is geared for teachers of Illinois high school and middle school students. Others may attend, but will need to adapt materials. Professional Development Hours are available.
Kennekuk County Park is located at 22296 Henning Road. For more information, call 217-442-1691.
