Inverness Lakeside Birding Class
Thanks to our Inverness Lakeside trail we have a unique opportunity to observe, up close, an amazing variety of birds. We often walk, jog or bicycle right by them and yet by getting to know the birds we can greatly enhance our outdoor experience.
Citrus County Audubon Society is offering a series of 3 educational birding classes focusing on the basics of birding. We welcome interested folks of all ages to get outside with us and enjoy our Florida birds. The classes will be held on Saturday Oct 15, Nov19 and Dec 17, 2011.
All three classes start at Wallace Brooks Park. While walking along the lake and boardwalk our focus will be on basic bird identification skills. We will continue to build upon this basic knowledge as we continue to learn and practice additional I.D. skills and more birds in the second and third classes.
These classes are led by CCAS member Eileen Riccio.
Preregistration is recommended:
Meet at Wallace Brooks parking lot (see map link below) at 9:00 am sharp. Class begins with a brief introduction of the Audubon Society—who we are and what we do. An introduction to binocular basics—what type, how to focus, and how to use to your best advantage—will help prepare you for an exciting world of visual discovery.
We will walk about a mile and a half. Wear sturdy shoes and bring binoculars, water, and a hat or visor. If you have any questions about the Inverness Lakeside Birding Classes please contact Eileen Riccio at elriccio@yahoo.com
To get travel time and directions from your home to the Birding Class starting location
click this link-> Wallace Brooks Park
and then on the left side enter your address and click Directions.
You might want to print out the step-by-step directions to bring along.
In the event of bad weather, notice of field trip cancellation will be emailed to subscribers of this CCAS Field Trip Email List no later that 2 hours before the trip start time.
Tips for an Enjoyable Bird Watching Outing
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Check out with the trip leader if you leave early.
Check in with the trip leader when you arrive.
Try to stay within visual or radio contact with the trip leader.
Listen to the experienced birders--you will learn a lot.
Keep side conversations muted when others are actively watching and listening to birds.
Suggested items: binoculars, bird guide, note pad & pencil, bug spray, sunscreen, water (other items: light snack, camera, scope, FRS walkie-talkies on Channel 2)
Wear clothing in neutral colors that blend with the environment, long pants, a hat, and comfortable shoes.
