Wesley Larson, From Montana to "Griz Kid", A Journey in Wildlife Conservation

Wesley Larson, a wildlife conservation student, shares his journey from childhood interest in wildlife to working with bears in Alaska and Utah. He discusses tracking bears to reduce visitor conflicts in national parks and the challenges of handling bears for research. Wesley emphasizes the importance of conservation and addressing public concerns about wildlife research.

What inspired Wesley Larson to pursue a career in wildlife conservation?

• A childhood fascination with dinosaurs

• A special opportunity to be outdoors frequently

• A family tradition of wildlife research

• A documentary about marine life

What is one of the main goals of tracking bears in Bryce Canyon?

• To train bears to avoid humans

• To understand bear habitats and reduce visitor conflicts

• To relocate bears to other national parks

• To increase the bear population

What equipment is used to track black bears in the study?

• Microchips

• Satellite tags

• GPS collars

• Radio transmitters

What is a common misconception people have about animals wearing collars?

• They are being trained for circus acts

• They are being harmed

• They are being tagged for hunting

• They are being prepared for relocation

What is a key message about conservation highlighted in the video?

• Conservation is about controlling wildlife populations

• Conservation is about giving animals space and respect

• Conservation is primarily for scientific research

• Conservation is about creating wildlife sanctuaries