Introduction to Birding

Fall (9 - 13 hours) | This course is completed

10 Hilton Field Road Hanover, NH 03755 United States

Founders Room

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9/26/2017-10/31/2017

9:00 AM-11:00 AM EDT on Tue

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$60.00

6 sessions, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Tuesdays, September 26 through October 31, 2017
DOC House - Hanover, NH
Course Fee: $60

This course is for beginners who want to gain fuller enjoyment of this pastime by improving their bird knowledge and identification skills. Although birding has deep historical roots, it has arguably existed for only a little over a century as a popular and organized activity. Birding is being gradually transformed through scientific discoveries, by the digital revolution, and from new views of needs in conservation.

Guidance will be provided on techniques for observing birds, with emphasis on those species in the Upper Valley. Discussion and visual aids will introduce the major groups of birds, and how identification is influenced by factors such as bird abundance, geography, season, habitats, and behavior. The class will also cover various surveys and procedures used to monitor bird populations.

Although no text is required, having a field guide covering birds of this region is highly recommended. Classes are a combination of lecture and discussion with opportunity for participants to comment, ask questions, and share birding experiences.

  • Some classes will include walks outside to view birds, so binoculars are needed.
  • There are no required textbooks for this course.

Gail McPeek has degrees in Natural Resource Management and Wildlife Ecology. Past experiences include bird research, environmental education and conservation. Gail is a long-time member, former board member, and volunteer of the Hanover Conservancy. Gail has also taught an “Introduction to Birding” class for Osher.