Hey, scat happens. But scat – you know, wild animal poop – also serves a purpose. Scat and tracks are clues that tell us what animals are up to in the wild. And, you can jump right in – (no, not into scat) – into learning all about it at the High Desert Museum’s new Scat and Tracks exhibit opening July 1.
This exhibit not only explores animal tracking from ancient times to modern times, it highlights how animals leave information about their presence in the wild, and teaches visitors keen observation skills. Interactive stations let you match the animal with its scat, make animal paw prints, and do animal track rubbings to take home. You can test your new tracking skills in a re-created forest section within the exhibit as well as out on the Museum grounds, where a series of stations offers clues to animal activity.
“We strive to bring natural history components closer to our visitors, so when they are out enjoying our scenic region, they will know more about what they might encounter,” said Vice President of Programs Dana Whitelaw. “Scat and Tracks is another way for us to bring some elusive animals closer to us.”
Scat happens – Scat and Tracks is at the High Desert Museum through Sept. 25.
With support from OSU Cascades, Pronghorn Foundation, and Horizon Broadcasting.
