Keynote - Fran Hutchins
Bats!
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Bats! Fran has been with Bat Conservation International since 2006, directing educational programs and the restoration work on BCI’s Bracken Cave Preserve while working with Central Texas landowners protecting other bat roosts. His work at the preserve protects the largest colony of bats in the world. Fran has a great passion for informing the public about bats, sharing bat stories with schools, zoos and organizations around the world. He has been featured on Texas Country Reporter, Travel Channel, Texas Highway Magazine, documentaries, and Science Friday. Fran was appointed to the Texas Wildlife Diversity Advisory Committee. In 2013 he was recognized by the US Forest Service for the Wings Across the Americas / BatsLIVE education program. Fran is also a Caver, Texas Master Naturalist and Eagle Scout.
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