Idaho's Birding Field Trips
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Visitors are gladly invited to participate in these free trips.
Contact the leader or a trip representative (Audubon Society, etc.) for more
information.
Use this link for Christmas Bird Count Schedule
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FIELD TRIP LOCALE | ORGANIZATION / NOTES | LEADER |
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Christmas Bird Counts 2011-2012 |
Christmas Bird Counts |
National Audubon’s 112TH year of Christmas Bird Counts. There are four counts in our area, within 2 weeks either side of Christmas. The primary objective of the Christmas Bird Count is to monitor the status and distribution of bird populations across the Western Hemisphere. During the Christmas Bird Count, volunteers will count and record every individual bird and bird species seen in a specified circle 15 miles in diameter. The CBC reveals valuable scientific data, which have become a crucial part of the U. S. Government's natural history monitoring database. “All experience levels are welcome,” says RL. Rowland, coordinator of the 2010 Boise Count for the Golden Eagle Audubon Society. “Experienced birders are teamed with novices, and it’s a good way for newcomers to learn and practice their skills. Contact the leaders in advance so they’ll know how many people are planning on coming. |
Check the CBC page for detials and contact information. |
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Tuesday January 10, 2012 |
The Wild About Life Lecture Location: Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge |
Dr. Leon Powers will talk about how to identify southwest Idaho’s raptors and why there are so many raptors in the region. The entrance to the refuge is located at the intersection of Roosevelt and Indiana in Nampa. Sponsored by the Friends of Deer Flat Wildlife Refuge. |
Contact: Kyle Luthman |
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Saturday January 14, 2012 |
Bald Eagle Count – Boise River Location: Meet at Pantry Restaurant on Americana, in Boise, at 7:30 AM |
People walk different sections of the Greenbelt, counting Eagles, and we regroup at the Pantry to drop off data sheets. Counts are usually completed by 10am. Be sure to wear very warm clothing and bring some binoculars. It should be a lot of fun and help IBO at the same time. Pantry Restaurant, 1545 W Shoreline Dr, Boise (corner Americana and Shoreline) |
Contact:Greg Kaltenecker, IBO -- gregorykaltenecker@boisestate.edu |