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2026 Initial Training Class #12
April 18 @ 7:30 am – 10:30 am
Initial Training Class for accepted interns and chapter members
Class #12: All things Birds
Date: April 18, 2026: 7:30 am -10:30 pm
Location: Spring Creek Nature Trail – see link below for exact location and to fill out a waiver. A waiver with BayouLand Conservancy MUST be filled out to attend. Please check back here Friday night in case of bad weather.
https://www.bayoulandconservancy.org/bird-walks
Topics covered:
- Ornithology
- Identification
- Behavior
- And More!
Chapters to read:
- Unit 12: Ornithology
Please use the following VMS code: Initial Training: TMN Initial Training Hours
This is a field session. You must fill out the BLC waiver to attend. We will be walking along the trail identifying and discussing birds and their behaviors. Please wear appropriate clothing – closed toed shoes, hat, & sunscreen. We strongly recommend bringing binoculars!!! Feel free to bring a camera and a water bottle. Traffic may be heavy due to The Woodlands Triathlon so plan appropriately. Car pooling is recommended. If there is inclement weather the field trip will become a classroom session. Please check back here Friday night.