Essential Information
Course tutor: David Noble-Rollin
Start date: Tuesday 23 September, 1 pm- 3 pm
Course length: 10 weekly sessions, 5x indoor sessions, 5x field trips.
Please note that there will be no sessions on 3, 10 & 17 June 2025
Course structure: This is an online course held via Zoom. Please ensure you have the right system requirements for accessing Zoom before booking, as we have a no-refunds policy.
Course cost: £110 NHSN Members / £125 Non-Members
About this course
The course will cover the identification of species in the area including their winter call notes. Particular emphasis will be given to new material becoming available on migration and identification. The lectures will be used to prepare for each outdoor visit with extensive use of photographs, sound recordings and diagrams to help in the learning of identification and behaviour patterns. The lectures will include a particular topic or species that will be discussed in detail.
There will be 5 zoom meetings and 5 field meetings at venues around Northumberland and Tyneside including a whole day visit to Holy Island.
Attendees will be sent a Zoom link ahead of the first session. If you are new to Zoom, you can find more information about using it on their website here. Information on field trips will be shared in each Zoom session.
Level/Accessibility
Field trips will involve walking a moderate distance over rough or uneven ground. Toilet facilities will not be present at several sites. In the event of poor weather, trips to more remote sites will be rescheduled.
This is a continuation of a long-running course and is most suitable for those with an existing knowledge of birds. It may be most suitable for those who have attended the course in the past.
Recommended Equipment
Binoculars, waterproofs and sturdy walking boots.
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