Elk Reintroduction in Ohio

Hosted by the Newark Ohio Public Library

Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark Library
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
11:00am - 12:30pm

Program Description
Event Details

Dr. Gabriel Karns discusses the feasibility of reintroducing Rocky Mountain elk populations to the Ohio wilderness. Dr. Karns is a professor in the School of Environment and Natural Resources at Ohio State University. His research interests include the interface of energy development with wildlife habitat management, spatial ecology of ungulates in human-modified & disturbed landscapes, and population ecology & harvest dynamics of big game species. He earned his PhD from Auburn University.

This free program is part of our lifelong learning series, Empowered Minds. The focus of this signature service is healthy aging and enrichment for the retirement-age citizens of Licking County. All adults are welcome. Empowered Minds is supported by a sustaining gift from Robert Trimble Jr., a lifelong learner, and, in part, by Licking County Senior Levy. Donations are appreciated.

Additional Information
Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

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Downtown Newark Library

101 West Main Street
Newark, OH 43055
(740) 349-5500

Contact Info
Name: Outreach and Program Services
Email: info@lickingcountylibrary.org
Phone Number: (740) 349-5524