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Environmentalist Packet (2 positions):

“Before we start out,” said the leader, there are a few things I want to clear up. This is a relatively unexplored area – a wilderness, in fact – that we are investigating. This means that the area is presently uninhabited by people. But for centuries plants and animals have lived together in balance and harmony. Our job is to make sure that we don’t upset that balance as we travel through the territory. If we follow the advice of our wildlife and environmental specialists we will respect the home of the plants and animals that live there. Our specialists will study and report to us on these matters.”First you will be assigned a buddy.

  1. First you will be assigned a buddy.
  2. You and your new partner have been assigned the role of wildlife/environmentalists.
  3. To prepare for this task you and your buddy must first learn about the wildlife in the region.
  4. Click on the following sites for more information.

    5. Canadian Wildlife Service

    The Cub Den

    Taiga Animals
     

  5. At the end of this phase you must write a report detailing the birds, fish and animals that live in Northern Canada (use Hatchet as a guide).

    6. Are any of these animals dangerous? Pictures would help to identify animals.
     
  6. In order to advise us on the plants and vegetation you and your partner should visit these sites.

    7. Choke cherry

    Taiga Biome

    Taiga Ecology
     

  7. Write a report with pictures detailing the plants and vegetation likely to be found in the Canadian Wilderness. Also list any plants or vegetation that eating or contacting with the skin will cause harm to our fellow travelers.

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