Late Ice Age Mammals on Vancouver Island

This course explores how giant mammals colonized Vancouver Island and the San Juan Islands during the late ice age. The learning outcomes include understanding the colonization of the islands by bison, ground sloth, and short-faced bear, as well as the theories surrounding their extinction. The course teaches about the effects of megafauna on the environment and the various theories proposed by scientists. The teaching method involves a presentation by Dr. Michael Wilson, focusing on the detective-like nature of paleontology and the search for answers regarding megafauna colonization. The intended audience includes individuals interested in paleontology, megafauna, and the late ice age history of the Pacific Northwest.