Birding 101
Sunday, February 11 · 9am - 2:30pm PST
This is a very good season for learning birding and enjoying it at Point Reyes. This class will cover the basics of field identification in a fun, relaxed atmosphere.
While observing birds in a variety of habitats, this program will offer insights into the use of binoculars, scopes, apps and field guides. Coastal estuaries such as Limantour Estero or Bolinas Lagoon are rich feeding areas for a large number of ducks, shorebirds and other water birds. Many hawks, falcons and other raptors occur in large numbers due to these rich feeding conditions.
We will practice techniques for separating warblers, thrushes, flycatchers and other land birds in short walks.
Come discover why birding is one of the most popular pastimes in the country, and why Point Reyes is one of the best locations to enjoy it.
David Wimpfheimer is a professional naturalist and biologist. For almost forty years David has pursed his passion, natural history of the America West. He enthusiastically shares his extensive knowledge about all aspects of the natural world with many groups including Smithsonian Institution, California Academy of Sciences, Road Scholar and Oceanic Society. For more about David and his photographs go to www.calnaturalist.com.
For any questions, please email us at fieldinstitute@ptreyes.org.