This beginner course will guide you in getting to grips with practical bird watching field skills. Including how to choose and use binoculars, how to start learning bird songs and calls, and how to give yourself the best chance of spotting the birds in the first place!
There will be some classroom based sessions covering the basics of bird anatomy, classification, ethics and observational skills before heading out into the field to practice spotting and identifying some of the varied birdlife found in the landscapes around your course location.
What will be covered during this course?
Introduction to the basic craft and techniques of bird watching
How to use a field guide
How to use binoculars
Introduction to common bird families
Field practice