I was a biology major in college, yet my instructors did not discuss winter ecology. We talked to school teachers locally, and they didn't know much about how plants and animals adapt. Obviously, because we have such a long winter season, it's nice to be able to introduce local kids to what it's like in Glacier in winter. Now, every school day, January through March, is booked. An adjunct course began last winter from the east side's St. Mary's area.
Interest is double the availability.
Building space, financial concerns, and available personnel limit the course to one school group a day in Apgar. Currently, the Student Conservation Association sends a college student to volunteer with a ranger. Little Bear Snowshoe company donated snowshoes and posted the Winter Signs program on the Internet. The Glacier Natural History Association contributed money for educational materials. The youngsters are oblivious to such concerns.