Puget Sound Bird Observatory’s Cascades Banding Camp for Adults
Field-Based Bird Banding Training - August 16th-23rd, 2008

Learn how to band birds in Washington's Cascades with PSBO instructors Dan Froehlich and Don Norman. This field camp will feature riparian and mountain birding and banding with opportunities to see and handle great Northwest birds.

The training will focus on the basics of net placement, extraction and handling, aging, sexing, and use of the Pyle Guide, with special emphasis on the use of molt to age birds.

Training will feature field camping for the entire class in the Cascade Mountains near Mount Rainier National Park. Food, cooking and most camping equipment provided. No experience required. Cost $900 + $50 materials fee (USD).
For more info or to register, contact Emily@pugetsoundbirds.org 206-612-7312.

Emily Sprong
Puget Sound Bird Observatory
Sound Science - Scientific Information - Informed Public
www.pugetsoundbirds.org

Puget Sound Bird Observatory studies birds and their habitats in the Pacific Northwest to better understand changes in bird populations, to inform decision-makers, and to engage the public with birds and their needs.