Integrated Approaches to Deer Management ISDM

Course Description:

This course explores the multifaceted relationship between humans and white-tailed deer, particularly in urban and suburban settings. Attendees will delve into the historical context of white-tailed deer populations in North America. Through a combination of lecture material, case studies, and visual aids, attendees will analyze the impact of changing landscapes, urbanization, and conservation efforts on deer populations. The course will also investigate the ecological and socioeconomic consequences of human-deer conflicts, addressing topics such as habitat destruction, property damage, and wildlife management strategies. By the end of the course, attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of the complex interactions between humans and white-tailed deer in contemporary urban and suburban environments.

Learning Objectives:

1. Attendees will understand the historical fluctuations in white-tailed deer populations in North America, from pre-colonization to the present day, and the factors contributing to these changes.

2. Attendees will examine the impact of urbanization and changing landscapes on white-tailed deer habitats, and identify key differences in wildlife presence across urban, suburban, and exurban areas.

3. Attendees will explore strategies for mitigating human-deer conflicts, including wildlife management techniques, habitat restoration, and public education initiatives.

General Course Information

Credits	1.5 CEU/CE/PDH/CH
HSW	Yes
Format	Pre-recorded webinar on the ecological and socioeconomic consequences of human-deer conflicts
Presenter	Industry Expert

US State Approvals

LA CES Approved	Yes
States: AK, AL, AR, CT, DC, DE, FL, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, MN, MI, MO, MS, NE, NH, NJ, NV, NM, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV, WY	Yes
North Carolina	Yes
Florida	Yes
New York ***Each licensee is responsible for determining if this course meets the state requirements	***
GA, MI, and MN **Explanation: There is no process to get courses pre-approved in your state, but there should be no issues getting this course approved. If not approved, we will exchange it for another course or provide a full refund.	Yes **See explanation

Canada Provinces and Territories

British Columbia	Yes, per reciprocity with LA CES
Ontario	Yes, per reciprocity with LA CES

Integrated Approaches to Deer Management (2024)

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Integrated Approaches to Deer Management

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