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 Birding 201 - Beyond the Basics
This class will focus on a number of challenging bird identification problems, such as shorebirds, gulls, terns, and hawks. Students will gain valuable knowledge on the importance of the four seasons in narrowing down a bird ID. This class is open to anyone who has birding experience, beginner or intermediate, and who would like to begin tackling some of the tough ID problems, or just get more experience in the art and science of bird identification. The course consists of two evening classes at the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center and one Saturday field trip to the migratory shorebird sanctuary at Bolivar Flats. Course Instructor: Bill Eley is Program Development Director for the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center and has over 30 years of experience birding the Gulf Coast, Mexico, and South America. He received his B.A. in Anthropology and his M.S. in Zoology from Louisiana State University, where he participated in four separate scientific expeditions to Peru with the Museum of Natural Science. 2008 Spring Course Dates: Field Trip: Saturday, April 26: 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Cost: $40 for members; $50 for non-members Register on-line. Be sure to check out our other adult programs including Backyard Birds, Migration Bird Walks, Landscaping for Birds and Butterflies. |
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Are you ready to venture beyond basic birding? Have you mastered the common species in your yard, and would like to explore how to refine your identification skills?