Oakland County Parks to Address Coyote Concerns

Have you seen any coyotes in White Lake or Highland?

According to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, coyote sightings in the area are nothing new.

Now residents who have questions or concerns can learn about coyotes at the Oakland County Parks and Recreation’s informal educational expo "Clever Coyotes" on Saturday, April 27 at Lyon Oaks Dog Park in Wixom, according to a press release. 

“The event is a great opportunity to learn about these members of the canine family and how coyotes expand their ranges to include urban areas in Michigan,” Education Resource Specialist Kathleen Dougherty said in the press release.

Educational materials and displays will provide tips on how to distinguish coyotes from dogs or foxes and what to do when a coyote is observed in the wild or a neighborhood. Questions and concerns will be answered by Oakland County Parks and Recreation Educational Resources staff and local researchers from Wayne State University.

The free event runs from 1-3 p.m. An Oakland County Parks 2013 Annual Vehicle Permit or a daily pass is required for park entry.

Participants should pre-register by April 25 by emailing doughertyk@oakgov.com.

Lyon Oaks Dog Park is located inside Lyon Oaks County Park at 52221 Pontiac Trail in Wixom.

For event information, visit DestinationOakland.com or find Oakland County Parks and Recreation on Facebook.

Source: Oakland County Parks press release

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