Trees and Shrubs for Birders
Thursdays October 30 and November 6, 6-8 pm
Field Trips: Saturdays, November 1 and 8, 8 am – 11 am
This class is for everyone who’s ever missed seeing a bird, or missed getting others on their bird, because they couldn’t identify the tree it was in. We will cover a couple dozen of the most common trees and shrubs in central Texas. Knowing these species will enable you to recognize at least 90% of what you’ll see in the area. The class will focus on identification in the field, and NOT on botany or any fine points of taxonomy.
The class will be held on two consecutive Thursday evenings, October 30 and November 8, 6:00-8:00 P.M., at a NW Austin location, with field trips on the following Saturday mornings.
The class will be taught by Diane Sherrill, a local native plant landscaper and property restoration consultant. Diane is a member and former president (1999) of the Williamson Co. Native Plant Society of Texas. She is also a member of Travis Audubon and longtime volunteer and tour leader for Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge and Commons Ford Prairie.
Participants will need to bring paper and a pen to the classroom sessions. Binoculars, hats, sturdy closed-toed shoes, sunscreen, and water are needed for the field trips.
Tuition for the class is $50 for TA members and $65 for non-members.
Participants will be provided with additional information about the class and directions to the meeting place when they register.
The Power Point presentation will be available for printing by students. It is recommended that students purchase Trees, Shrubs and Vines of the Texas Hill Country, by Jan Wrede, prior to class start. To register follow the link below:
For questions or if class is full and you want to be on the waiting list, contact Judie Tasch [email protected]