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By David Snell
(For adults & teens) Ever wanted to try out bird watching but unsure where to start? Whether you’ve never birded before, are looking to improve your skills, or feel like you need a refresher, all are welcome to come learn the basics of birding. Everyone can be a birder!
Participants will learn how to use binoculars, keep track of their observations, how to identify common Wisconsin birds, and use a field guide. Binoculars and field guides will be available to try out and borrow during the workshop. This class will start inside with a classroom portion and then move outdoors for some late morning birding.
Date: Saturday, August 16th
Location: Riverside Park
Time: 9 – 11:30 a.m.
Price: $20 – $25
Registration: https://30781a.blackbaudhosting.com/30781a/Beginner-Birding-at-Riverside-Park
Contact person: GIS & Field Data Manager, Amanda Tokuyama, at atokuyama@urbanecologycenter.org, phone: (414) 964 – 8505.
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