ERI has a number of programs of related interest to individuals and organizations. Each program supports research and public education, and involvement in many cases is tax deductible. Additional information can be provided by contacting info@elkresearch.org. 

Speaker’s Bureau

As part of our public education outreach, ERI has speakers available to address your group or organization. Let us educate your group to the risks of chronic wasting disease!

Artists for ERI

ERI enjoys the friendship of several dedicated artists who create fine art featuring wildlife and the American West. Through their generosity, these pieces are commissioned and sold at charity auctions for ERI. Don’t have time to wait for the next charity auction and interested in acquiring some new fine art? Check out ERI’s talented and much appreciated friends: P. Davis Sculpture: When looking for outstanding bronze sculpture, stop by the Sorrel Sky Gallery in Durango, the Wild Spirit Gallery in Pagosa Springs, or visit Patsy’s website, http://www.pdavissculpture.com/. Patsy’s spirit and deeply rooted connection with both domestic and wild animals shines through in all of her pieces. Jim Tschetter: Many of you are lucky enough to have received a copy of Jim Tschetter’s limited edition print “If Mama Ain’t Happy” when you became a platinum member at ERI. In 2001, Jim’s oil “Legacy” was the grand prize winner in the national Arts for the Parks competition. To view more Best-Of-The-West western and wildlife art by Jim, visit   http://www.mountainartsgallery.com

Research capture of free-ranging elk

On a limited basis, ERI allows a select number of individuals to participate in research captures—or dart hunts—accompanied by a research biologist. In research captures, the tranquilizer dart used by the participant anesthetizes the elk allowing for the biologist’s collection of data. While the animal is sleeping, tissue samples are usually collected as well as other procedures necessary for the current research efforts, and the antlers are removed. Once the samples have been taken, the elk receives a reversal and walks away. Join us on a research capture, learn what we do, and take home the antlers as your reminder of a terrific day.