Winter bird ID and WeBS (1-day, Darts Farm Topsham, Devon)

Level

Beginner/Improver

Presenter

Matt Collis

Date

Tuesday, February 18, 2020 - 10:00 to 16:00

Places

Fully booked

Improve your winter bird ID skills and discover the Wetland Bird Survey on this 1-day course.

Improve your winter bird ID skills and learn about the Wetland Bird Survey (WeBS) on this 1-day course for relative beginners and improvers. With a focus on waterfowl and waders, discover more about our winter birds in this excellent spot for winter birding. Expect a combination of indoor sessions covering the basics of bird identification and outdoor sessions to build your confidence in the field.

This course aims to provide you with the following:

• An overview of the birds you can expect to see in the UK in winter, and the habitats in which to look for them.
• Identification pointers for a range of common winter birds by sight.
• Specific guidance on how to distinguish between similar-looking winter waterfowl and waders.
• Opportunity to practice your ID skills
• An introduction to the Wetland Bird Survey (WeBS) and how to take part.

This 1-day course costs £60. The price includes teaching, course materials and refreshments during the day. Please bring a packed lunch.

Online booking is available for this event but if you have any queries about booking a place, please email Anne.Cotton [at] bto.org or ring 01786 458021.