Bird Banding
Back by popular demand!
Join Audubon and witness bird banding, where experts capture, band, measure and release songbirds in order to record their movements. Birds will be gently removed from tall “mist nets” set in Audubon’s shrubby habitats. The techniques of identifying, measuring, weighing, and banding the birds will be demonstrated before they are released. The migratory habits and life history of each captured species will be discussed. Bring a camera and binoculars. Programs are limited to 15 participants, please register early. Audubon Environmental Education Center, 1401 Hope Street, Bristol, RI; June 16, July 14, August 18, 2018; 9:30-11:30 am; Fee: $8/member adult, $4/member child; $12/non-member adult, $6/non-member child. Ages: 6 and up.