(Town of Lenox, NY – March 2015) Junior Birders is a series of educational and fun meetings for kids currently in kindergarten through third grade who would like to learn more about birdwatching, meet new friends, help birds and have a great time.
Each meeting will take place at the Great Swamp Conservancy and run from 3:30 to 5 p.m. twice a month in April through June and September through November on certain Wednesdays starting April 8.
A child may attend one, some, or all of the meetings which may include habitat gardening, crafts, outdoor exploration, research, and puppetry. There is no fee for the workshops, but registration is required. Registration forms must be received no later than two weeks in advance of the first meeting you sign up for. We encourage a one-time sign-up for all desired meetings. (Nov. 4 and 8 should both be attended for puppet show participation).
Space is limited.
For more information and registration forms, call Program Instructor Julie Fishman at (315) 243-7667 or smarterxnature@gmail.com
April 8 – Bird Bodies – The ABCs of birdwatching
April 22 – Eyes and Ears – Sharpen your observational skills
May 6 – Life as a Bird – Bird behavior
May 20 – Home Tweet Home – Find out where birds live and how to find them in different habitats
June 10 – Garden of Eatin’ – Plant a garden of native flowers and shrubs that birds can eat
June 24 – Red, White and Blues – Identifying songbirds by color & song
September 16 – Duck, Duck, Goose –Identifying various waterfowl that visit GSC
September 23 – Wings, Tails and Talons – Identifying birds of prey
October 7 – Home Improvement – Build a birdhouse to bring home
October 14 – BFFs (Best Feathered Friends) – Indoor & Outdoor Research on your favorite bird
November 4 – Bird Craft – Make a puppet of your favorite bird & rehearse for a puppet show
November 18 – Rockin’ Robin Puppet Show – Perform for a special audience