Join EarthWorks and CapU Groundskeeper Jo-Ann Cook for a hands-on habitat workshop designed to support healthier human-bear coexistence. In this practical outdoor session, campus community members will:

• Identify invasive plant species that disrupt local ecosystems and may unintentionally attract wildlife

• Learn how landscaping choices influence bear foraging patterns

• Remove targeted invasive species from campus grounds

• Replant native species support biodiversity and stable habitat systems

• Gain insight into how small, collective actions can shape larger ecological outcomes.

This workshop offers a tangible way to contribute to campus stewardship while deepening your understanding of bear ecology and habitat dynamics. No prior experience required, just curiosity and a willingness to get your hands dirty.