In these workshops you will learn to distinguish a variety of both breeding and migrant bird species by song and call. Though the programs focus on birding by ear, spring is a good time to see birds as well, before trees and shrubs fully leaf-out. Visual characteristics and behavior useful in identification will also be discussed. A number of habitat types will be visited (old field, shrubland, mature forest, forested wetland, hayfield, and a beaver pond) so as to observe as many birds as possible. Typically we hear over 30 species during these workshops.
Meet at Aton Forest Headquarters, 270 North Colebrook Road, Norfolk CT
What to bring: most trails are easy, but we may go off trail sometimes. Bring sturdy footwear and clothing for the occasional difficult terrain, wet and brushy areas; hats and sunscreen; protection from ticks, mosquitoes and maybe blackflies or deerflies; water; personal first aid needs (EpiPens, inhalers, etc.); binoculars, pencil and notepad.
Dates:
Saturday, May 4th with Fran Zygmont
Saturday, May 11th with Bob Barbieri
Times: 8:00 am to 10:30 am
Location: AF Hq, 270 North Colebrook Rd, Norfolk CT
To Register: to reserve your place (the programs are limited to 16 participants each day; you may sign up for one or both dates), see below. Or go to Workshops on the the Aton Forest website, www.atonforest.org. $15 per person per day to register. Choose one day for each person attending (you may sign up for both days). You will be contacted to confirm your registration.
Chose the day you wish to attend:
