You probably heard that there are about 700 grizzly bears in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. You have also likely heard that the glaciers in Glacier National Park are declining in size and number. And who doesn’t remember the fish die-off in the Yellowstone River a few summers ago? But did you know that the U.S. Geological Survey has a scientific research center in Bozeman that is responsible for counting those bears, measuring the disappearing glaciers, and helping to prepare for and prevent future fish die-offs?
The USGS Northern Rocky Mountain Science Center (NOROCK) has been your Southwest Montana neighbor since 2000. And with field locations in West Glacier, Missoula, Jackson (Wyoming) and Knoxville, Tennessee (yes, Tennessee!), these scientists study a variety of animals and their habitats throughout Montana and the entire United States.
The public is invited to the 2018 NOROCK Open House at its Bozeman headquarters, 2327 University Way, on Saturday, June 2nd from 10am–3pm. Attendees will learn more about the exciting science done on bears, elk, glaciers, avalanches, tree rings, bats, American pikas, native fish, invasive species, wildlife disease, sagebrush habitats, Montana’s water resources, Yellowstone geology and much more, including cool technology to study wildlife such as radars and drones! This family-friendly event is FREE to the everyone and includes several engaging and interactive exhibits and demonstrations.
NOROCK is part of the Northwest Region of the United States Geological Survey. Scientists from the Center work in the northern Rocky Mountains of the United States and across the U.S. Many of the organization’s scientists work throughout the world on issues as diverse as global climate change, aquatic ecology, wildlife diseases, bison ecology, and large carnivores. Learn more at www.usgs.gov.
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