As I begin to wrap things up with the Atlanta Coyote Project, I can say that I’ve enjoyed my time with the organization. All my work was completed virtually which wasn’t what I had planned for, but it turned out to fit well with my busy schedule this semester. My primary task involved reviewing submitted coyote sightings through the project’s website. The organization is run by two college professors with busy schedules of their own. They haven’t been able to thoroughly look through these submissions in several years, so my task of going through the submissions was the top priority.
There were hundreds of submissions that I had to read with varying experiences and attitudes toward coyotes. Negative feedback often stemmed from concerns about the safety of pets or children. Positive perspectives typically came from people who had familiarized themselves with coyotes through the project’s website or other sources, expressing curiosity and fascination about local wildlife. The Atlanta Coyote Project’s website has valuable insights on coyotes and strategies for coexistence, yet the abundance of information available may be overwhelming to digest.
For my final project, I aim to create straightforward infographics with concise information for easy reference based on the seasons. Coyotes exhibit different behaviors throughout the seasons, and as the weather gets warmer, coyote pups tend to be more active and branch out. Concurrently, humans and pets also spend more time out when it’s warmer. Through my infographic, I hope to provide important seasonal information and address common public concerns, so people can be better informed about coexistence with coyotes. Ultimately, this infographic could serve as a resource on their website, social media platforms, or used as a flyer for presentations.
Hello, thank you for sharing your experience! It’s fascinating to hear about your experience with the Atlanta Coyote Project! Despite the unexpected shift to virtual work, it’s amazing how you’ve adapted and found a way to contribute meaningfully to the organization’s mission. By addressing common concerns and offering valuable insights on coexistence, your infographics have the potential to be a valuable resource for the community. I’m eager to see how your project unfolds and how it enhances awareness and understanding of coyotes in Atlanta. Keep up the fantastic work!
Howdy! I am so glad that you have enjoyed your time working with your organization, even if the format was not initially what you were expecting. I live in a community that has had many coyote sightings and have neighbors who have lost small, unattended animals to coyotes so part of me understands some of the fear and negative commentary around coyotes. However, I also attended the speaker event with the Atlanta Coyote Project and found out how little, realistically, we have to fear when it comes to coyotes so I have some mixed opinions, but nonetheless I am happy to see people so dedicated to preserving and helping them in whatever way possible. I look forward to seeing your infographic!
Hi Nya,
The final project seems like an amazing idea! I still remember the video you posted about the coyote that was roaming around and also being friendly with pets. I hope that your infographic can help people understand coyotes and be more understanding than in fear of them. I’m glad that you are able to help the organization to inform the community about coexisting with coyotes!