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The Montana 4-H Wildlife and Habitat Education Program (WHEP) offers you the opportunity to learn about two of Montana's greatest resources: wildlife and wildlife habitat. Montana's wildlife are one of our state's biggest attractions. Through you work in this project, you'll learn about wildlife behavior, habitat requirements, how wildlife species fit into nature's scheme, how they are managed, and how they relate to humans. The Montana 4-H WHEP project takes a hands-on approach which requires you to demonstrate initiative and self-motivation. Each level is designed to provide either team or self-directed work ranging from learning how to work with local wildlife managers, to developing management plans, to participating in wildlife habitat judging contests. You may work as long as you want in each level, but
you are encouraged to learn as much as possible about Montana's diverse and numerous wildlife species and habitats.
WILDLIFE, LEVEL 1 - 6310
In this level, you will learn the basic biology of two major groups of wildlife species and how to identify them. You will also learn about the basic habitat needs of all animals. To finish Level 1, you must complete two of the "Species Manual" of your choice, listed below.
Materials:
M Furbearers of Montana, 5257, $2.00
M Montana Non-Game Animals, 5216, $1.00
M Montana Big-Game Animals, 5217, $1.00
M Owls of Montana, 5232, $1.70
M Montana's Birds of Prey, 5233, $1.70
M Montana's Upland Game Birds, 5234, $1.70
M Waterfowl, 5235, $1.70
WILDLIFE, LEVEL 2 - 6320
In this level, you will apply the basics learned in Level 1 to evaluate habitat components and connect basic species requirements to various habitats. You will learn to evaluate wildlife habitat from aerial photos and learn common wildlife foods and wildlife management practices in Montana. You will also complete a third species manual of you choice (see manuals above in Level 1). When you enroll in this level, yo are eligible to compete in local and county Wildlife Habitat Evaluation Program contests.
Materials:
M Wildlife Habitat Judging Manual, 5265, $2.50
S Woodland Wildlife, 5305, $3.00
L Outdoor Activities, 5272, $2.00
L Water Quality, 5304, $5.00
S Find a Big Tree, 5190, $.60
S Wildlife Identification Pocket Guide, 4385, $2.00
WILDLIFE, LEVEL 3 - 6330
In this level, you will develop a deeper understanding of wildlife-habitat relationships and the various habitats across Montana. You will use skills developed in Levels 1 and 2 to complete wildlife management plans and recommend wildlife management practices. You will also complete a fourth species manual of your choice. In Level 3, you are eligible to compete in the state Wildlife Habitat Evaluation Program contest.
Materials:
M Montana WHEP Level 3 Manual, 5313, $12.00
L Outdoor Activities, 5272, $2.00
L Water Quality, 5304, $5.00
S Woodland Wildlife, 5305, $3.00
S Find a Big Tree, 5190, $.60
S Wildlife Identification Pocket Guide, 4385, $2.00
INDEPENDENT STUDY - 6399
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