Education
Terminal Velocity
Third Thursday Series (via Zoom)
Terminal Velocity: The Saga of the Falcons and the Tower The Peregrine Falcon is the fastest bird in the world, capable of spectacular dives in pursuit of their prey, reaching speeds of 200+ mph! They are a majestic, awe-inspiring and cosmopolitan species that seems to...
Why Field Guides Change
Third Thursday Series (via Zoom)
Why does my field guide keep changing? Dr. Andy Jones from the Cleveland Natural History Museum will explain changes in taxonomy and why bird names change. Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYvfuqvqTotHdxSe_JUQm-B2pLHiZBf7eao After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information...
Many Sides of the Mushroom
Third Thursday Series (via Zoom)
Many Sides of the Mushroom…..and More Mushrooms tell many stories and have many sides. Learn some common mushrooms, some stories and some medicinal plants too. Presented by Bob Bartolotta. Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIpdu6rqjkqHtUfxsofeUEkaQ2ti1LhY9Ff After registering, you will receive a confirmation email...
A Tour of iNaturalist
Third Thursday Series (via Zoom)
A Tour of iNaturalist with a Naturalist (Linda Gilbert) iNaturalist is the popular Citizen Science that helps you identify plants and animals of all types and from around the world. Learn what iNaturalist can do for you and what your contributions can do for science. ...
Songs from the Pond
Third Thursday Series (via Zoom)
Songs from the Pond: an Amphibian Serenade (by Lisa Rainsong) Birds aren’t the only singers in the spring! From the earliest songs of Wood Frogs and Spring Peepers to the endlessly entertaining songs of Green Frogs, Bullfrogs and American Toads, there’s always something to hear...
Warbler Warm-up
Third Thursday Series (via Zoom)
For new to experienced birders. Using over 150 photos, Kelly Kozlowski and Matt Valencic help get you ready for the return of warblers by reminding you of those important field marks, behaviors and habitat preferences. Tips for separating ‘look-alikes’ and special emphasis on song of...
Going for the Gold! Third Thursday Series (via Zoom)
Going for the gold! 30 years of Prothonotary Warbler Husbandry For 30 years, Dan Best has been providing artificial nest cavities to increase nesting success of Prothonotary Warblers (aka, Golden Swamp Warbler) on the Upper Cuyahoga River in Geauga County. Join us as Dan reports...
Birding Workshop
Novak Education Center 382 Townline Road, Aurora, OH, United StatesUpdate your skills or learn new ones in preparation for the Chagrin River Bird Quest (September 9 -- 10). A one hour presentation (in person at the Novak Education Center) will be followed by a guided walk through the Novak Sanctuary to practice what you...
Birds of NE Ohio
Backyard Naturalist
North Royalton Public Library
5071 Wallings Road, North Royalton, OH, United States
Over 200 species of birds can be found in NE Ohio in a typical year. Some are year-round residents and others just pass through on their way to the Boreal Forests of Canada. Others fly across the Gulf of Mexico non-stop to have their babies...
Chagrin River Bird Quest
West Woods Nature Center 9465 Kinsman Road, Novelty, OH, United StatesRegistration is now open for the 8th Annual Chagrin River Bird Quest! What is Bird Quest? It's our annual, 24-hour, team birding challenge in support of the Chagrin River Important Bird Area. Get your team together and Check in on Friday, Sept 9, from 4pm...
