AT: Birding Basics Part 1: Virtual Class Series – Intro to Birding

Virtual curriculum.  Beginning Birding virtual class summer series with instructor Kristine Rivers.  Classes are Monday nights at 7pm for 1 hour, and may be booked individually or as a series.  Fees apply, starting at $15 per class and discounts for series.

To register for classes visit webpage here.

July 8 – 29, 2024

Monday, July 8, 2024: Intro to Birding – Find out why the Upper Texas Coast area offers some of the best birding in the world, and how you can get involved! We’ll also review some common species of birds in our area, with tips on identification.

Monday, July 15, 2024: How to Select Binoculars & Field Guides – Excited about birding, but not sure where to start? This class will give you insight into how to select the binoculars and field guides that are right for you, so you can feel confident when making purchasing decisions.

Monday, July 22, 2024: Understanding Your Birding Field Guide – Crest, crown, speculum, undertail coverts, supercilium—seriously? Don’t let the terminology in your field guide confuse you! We’ll help you make sense of what everything means, in easy to understand language, using photos of birds in our area as examples. Have your field guide nearby if you would like to refer to it during class.

Monday, July 29, 2024: Using Your Birding Field Guide – When you’re just starting out, using your field guide to try to identify a bird in the field can be difficult! We’ll help you narrow down where to look in your field guide, and talk about different identification methods using size and shape, behavior and habitat clues. Then you’ll have a chance to practice your identification skills, so be sure to have your favorite field guide handy!

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