Wild Work: Adventures of Women Field Biologists
About this Event
Country Bookshelf is excited to welcome Susan B. Adams, Sophie Osborn, & Kira Cassidy from the new anthology .
is an inspiring and entertaining anthology that brings to light the often untold stories of women in wildlife science. Featuring first-person accounts by dozens of adventurous field biologists, this collection immerses readers in the thrilling and compelling reality of studying and conserving fish and wildlife across the globe.
Tickets are not required but RSVPs are always appreciated! Please RSVP by reserving a free general admission ticket at Eventbrite.
The event at a glance:
- On September 13, please arrive early to secure your seat. Seating is general admission, first come, first served.
- At 5pm, the event will begin. The author will take audience questions following the program.
- After the talk, the author will sign books.
- Can't attend in person? Order signed copies on our website or by calling (406) 587-0166. Signing requests must be placed 24 hours before the event and can only be taken for books we currently have on our shelves.
ABOUT WILD WORK: ADVENTURES OF WOMEN FIELD BIOLOGISTS
From playing tag with wolves or cuddling wild foxes to wading through rivers filled with venomous snakes or evading poachers, the women featured in Wild Work share stories of courage, curiosity, and resilience. Alongside the adrenaline and adventure, they reveal the delicate balancing act of juggling demanding fieldwork with family life, the lifelong friendships they forge in the wild, and the transformative power of connecting deeply with the natural world. They also bear witness to the fact that while women have been integral to fish and wildlife research for decades, their stories have rarely been represented in literature.
Perfect for aspiring biologists, nature and animal lovers, or anyone captivated by outdoor adventures, this anthology offers a rare and powerful glimpse into the extraordinary work, risks, and rewards experienced by people who dedicate their lives to understanding and protecting our planet's wild inhabitants.
ABOUT SUSAN B. ADAMS
Susan (Susie) B. Adams is an internationally recognized freshwater ecologist with a PhD in biology and ecology from the University of Montana. As a senior scientist at a federal agency, she researches crayfish and fish ecology in freshwater ecosystems. She has presented her research on four continents and served as president of the International Association of Astacology (study of crayfish). An avid oudoor recreationist, she is committed to helping women find their places in science and the outdoors. Learn more at adamsecology.net.
ABOUT SOPHIE A.H. OSBORN
Sophie A. H. Osborn is an award-winning writer and wildlife biologist who has worked with birds throughout the Americas. She contributed to reintroduction efforts for several endangered species, including as a field manager for the California Condor Recovery Program in Arizona. Her book Condors in Canyon Country won the 2007 National Outdoor Book Award for Nature and the Environment. American Birding Association reviewers chose her second book, Feather Trails: A Journey of Discovery Among Endangered Birds, as their favorite bird book of 2024. Learn more at wordsforbirds.net.
ABOUT KIRA CASSIDY
Kira Cassidy grew up in Illinois watching whitetailed deer and wood ducks. After finishing a degree in natural resources, she moved west to Yellowstone National Park. Her master’s research at the University of Minnesota focused on wolf territorial behavior in Yellowstone, and her current research projects focus on wolfpack social behavior and comparing pack dynamics to behaviors seen in other social mammals, including humans.
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