Ornithology 101
Hitchcock Nature Center, Pottawattamie County
Saturday, September 12, 2020
Attention:
In an effort to
help slow the spread of COVID-19 we have updated our program format for this
event. Our September 12th program will be held in person at Hitchcock Nature
Center if conditions permit. Please watch for updates as they become available.
For questions not answered online please call 712-545-3283.
Join us at Hitchcock Nature Center on Saturday, September 12th at 9:00 a.m. for the next session of a new 2020 programming series, "A Land Ethic Workshop". Join instructor Ron Cisar as we celebrate the life & legacy of famous naturalist & philosopher Aldo Leopold. Our September 12th session will focus on Leopold's essay "The Choral Copse" & featuring guest speaker Denise Lewis with Fontenelle Forest Raptor Recovery.
Participants in this session will study & learn:
- Bird identification skills
- Area raptor species identification & more about the annual autumn raptor migration
- A possible release by Fontenelle Forest Raptor Recovery
- Nature's changes that you can watch for during the month of September
Participants will also take to the Hitchcock trails for a short hike
to explore the signs of the season before ending the day with a song.
This program is intended for participants age 14 & over with an interest in the natural world, no experience or prior knowledge is required to participate. Online pre-registration is required as space is limited. For questions not answered online please call 712-545-3283.
Cost for this program is $15.00 per person per individual session. & includes admission to the park for all on-site programs.
*Participants do not need to attend every session to enjoy this programming series.
About "A Land Ethic Workshop"
"A Land Ethic Workshop" will focus on the work & life of
naturalist & Iowa native Aldo Leopold. Each month participants will
explore a new work by Leopold coupled with hands on activities such as
hikes, aquatic studies, guest lectures, sketching, journaling and more.
Programs are from 9:00 a.m. to noon & occur through December. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic this program's structure has been altered with two online programs, remaining programs may be held in person at Hitchcock Nature Center if the situation allows or will be held in our online format if necessary.
Participants should note that classes held online will require an internet connection & the use of Zoom, programs held in person will be held at Hitchcock Nature Center & will at times require pedestrian travel over difficult terrain; some sessions may be physically challenging. Portions of each session will occur outdoors, students should come prepared for the weather & the elements.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Guests may cancel their reservation for a full refund up to 1 week (7 days) prior to the first day of the event
by calling 712-545-3283 & speaking with staff directly.
Cancellations received less than 7 days in advance of the event will not
be refunded. Program fees for events cancelled by Pottawattamie
Conservation for any reason will be refunded.
Meet at the Loess Hills Lodge at Hitchcock Nature Center.
This event is not pet friendly, service animals are always welcome.
The Pottawattamie County Conservation Board does not discriminate
on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age,
sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status in
its employment, programs, & activities. The following person has
been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination
policies: Human Resources Director, 227 South 6th Street, Council
Bluffs, IA 51501.