Ornithology 101 | A Land Ethic Workshop
September 23 | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Hitchcock Nature Center
UNfortunately, this event has already occurred.
Join us & celebrated educator Ron Cisar for this month's session of "A Land Ethic Workshop." This program is perfect for anyone with an interest in conservation and a desire to develop a better understanding of the natural world outside their own front door. $15/person. Ages 14+. Program participants will enjoy a full morning of instruction & learning, including
- Ornithology 101
- Bird Characteristics and Identification
- An introduction to common bird species
- A look at the annual raptor migration through the Missouri River valley
- A study of lead poisoning & its effect on Bald Eagles
- A reading & discussion of Aldo Leopold's essay "The Choral Copse"
- September Nature Calendar (phenology)
- Each month will include a look at Mother Nature's Calendar to help familiarize you with natural changes you can look for throughout the year and will finish out in true Leopold tradition, with a song.
Contact: Kylie Gumpert
Phone: (712) 828-2140
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Educational, Outdoors