Wildlife on Grand Island – Let’s Talk Deer & Ticks

Join us on Grand Island to chat all about deer, ticks, and keeping safe outdoors!

Wildlife on Grand Island: Let’s talk Deer & Ticks

Please join Citizen Coalition for Wildlife and Environment (CCWE) and the Grand Island Nature Alliance (GINA) for an informative discussion exploring the complex relationship between deer, ticks, and the environment on Grand Island, NY.

This presentation will cover deer biology and behavior, tick life cycles and ecology, environmental conditions that influence both species, and the growing concerns surrounding tick-borne diseases and prevention practices. The program will also examine environmental mitigation strategies and practical approaches for reducing tick exposure while supporting ecological balance.

The speakers, Nicole Gerber and Dave Reilly are both NYS Master Naturalists and founders of CCWE. Nicole holds a PhD in Biological Sciences and is also a licensed wildlife rehabilitator and wildlife control operator. The information presented will be grounded in established reference sources and peer-reviewed scientific research.

Whether you are a homeowner, gardener, outdoor enthusiast, or simply interested in local ecology, this program offers a science-based look at one of Grand Island’s most important and timely environmental topics.