This program is intended for adults and children 10 years and older.

Visit our Monitoring Avian Production and Survivorship (MAPS) bird banding station. You will learn all about our local bird species and why bird banding is an important part of bird research. You will also  get to see some birds up close and in the hand of our banders during the banding process. We will be hiking 5-6 miles on natural surface trails while checking the nets sometimes at a fast pace with limited chances to rest if its busy.  

Location: Ward Farm Recreation and Nature Park

Registration Deadline: Saturday, June 1, 2024

Fee is per person. Free for members

$8 for nonmembers

Naturalist in Charge: Gene Groshon

Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

Please read our full policy statement and waiver.