Storytelling for Mountain Lions

A Zimbabwean proverb claims, “Until the lion tells his side of the story, the tale of the hunt will always glorify the hunter.” The lion – whether an African or an American Mountain Lion – needs talented storytellers to counteract entrenched cultural fears about large predators and explain the ecological importance of these enigmatic creatures. This webinar will discuss the science of storytelling, what makes an effective story, and how great stories can have an impact. A mountain lion’s story includes roles as a family member, a parent, an elusive beauty, a creature glimpsed on a quest, a talented hunter, an ecological engineer, a healer, a celebrity, and a cat who loves catnip. The adaptable animal is simply trying to get by in an increasingly crowded world -- join us to hear Katie's fascinating advice on sharing compelling stories about mountain lions.