Experiencing Southeast Arizona Birds
October 12 - November 9
Homer Hansen and the Tucson Audubon Society are offering intermediate level, adult birders the opportunity to step outside, enjoy the cooler weather and the birds that come with it. In this course, knowledge gained in the classroom is complimented by first-hand experience in the field. The five lectures introduce students to advanced issues in birding and the resources available to address them. Topics include: using technical reference works, understanding bird topography, flight and voice identification, birding by habitat, and identification of difficult species groups. Our field trips will take you on an exploration of our unique southwestern desert habitats and destinations will be selected to reinforce the topics covered in the preceding classroom session.
Past classes have seen Long-eared Owls, and the breathtaking spectacle of the Sandhill Cranes!
Homer expertly and gently guides students as they hone their birding knowledge and skills; to quote one participant, “I don't want the course to end—there is so much more to learn and Homer knows so much.”
Transportation will be provided for the two full-day field trips, however, participants are responsible for transportation for the two half-day field trips; carpooling is highly recommended.
Course Schedule and Fees
Lectures meet Wednesday evenings at the Tucson Audubon offices on University Blvd, 6p.m.-9p.m. Saturday field trips begin at 7a.m. and vary in length depending on location.Price is $250 for members and $285 for non-members, which includes a membership in Tucson Audubon.
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Note to Teachers: 41 hours of Professional Development Credit is available for this program. The Tucson Unified School District neither endorses nor sponsors the organization or activity represented in this document. The distribution of this material is provided as a community service.
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