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Go Eco Tracking in Andover

Learn about animal behavior first hand by tracking wildlife in Andover.

This was submitted by the Department of Community Services.

Join the Department of Community Services as we search for tracks and signs of deer, coyote, fox, fisher cats, and other animals on Saturday,Jan.  21 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Harold Rafton Reservation with naturalist and animal tracker, David Brown.

Patterns in the snow will be analyzed to show gait and behavior in order to relate animals to their habitats.

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If there is a lack of snow, the group will concentrate on signs such as scat, browse, digs, and burrows. Come dressed for the weather: wear warm, waterproof boots or snowshoes if you have them, and bring extra clothes. School-aged children must be registered and accompanied by a registered adult.

Register with DCS at www.andoverma.gov/dcs or call 978-623-8274. Fee is $18/person.

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