BIRD-410: Birdwatching at Hornsby Bend: History and Habitat Workshop
Description
This field trip is free for everyone, but registration is required.
| Class Level: | Beginner / Intermediate |
| Date: |
Zoom Lecture Field Trip to Hornsby Bend |
| Workshop Leader: | Kevin Anderson, John Bloomfield, Robert Reeves |
| Attendance Cap: | 15 |
| Workshop Fee | $45 for members, $50 for non-members |
This class offers a detailed introduction to Hornsby Bend, focusing on its ecological history, its place in the history of birding in Austin, and the practical aspects of birdwatching at this site. Participants will learn about the Hornsby Bend facility’s role in Austin’s urban ecology, what attracts birds to the site, and how to become involved in citizen science through the Hornsby Bend Bird Observatory Program.
The course will also cover the bird species commonly found at Hornsby Bend in the late fall and early winter. Participants will gain insights into both resident and migratory birds, including identification tips and seasonal patterns.
The class includes a zoom session and a field trip to Hornsby Bend, providing an opportunity to apply the information learned and experience birdwatching in the field.