The National Grasslands Visitor Center, along with partnering nonprofit organizations and state and federal agencies, is hosting a celebration of one of North America’s most endangered mammals, the black-footed ferret, marking 30 years of conservation.
On Friday, July 10 there will be an Evening Program at Badlands National Park’s Cedar Pass Amphitheater about the black-footed ferret’s conservation story and the recovery effort. The program starts at 9:00 PM.
On Saturday, July 11 starting at 10:00 AM, a live black-footed ferret ambassador named Hoopla will be at the National Grasslands Visitor Center, along with activities throughout the day, presentations, and cake provided by BHPFA. At 1:00 PM, Travis Livieri of Prairie Wildlife Research leads a discussion forum, The history of the black-footed ferret at Conata Basin Badlands: a reflection on the reintroduction, plague outbreaks, challenges, and successes. A black-footed ferret float will be in the Wall Celebration parade starting at 9:00 AM.
A youth poster contest celebrating 30 years of black-footed ferret conservation is now open. To learn more visit the contest page.