Mags Rheude and Mags Edwards present “Chimney Swift Conservation and Community Engagement.” Mags Rheude, a biologist with the US Fish and Wildlife Service, will introduce the Twin Cities Urban Bird […]
Gregg Severson Presents - Birding Honduras Honduras is a gem of neotropical birding, with many fantastic locations and stunning birds. However, despite this abundant natural beauty, it is less established […]
Zoom Link Scott Mehus - National Eagle Center “The Golden Eagle Project: A Survey of Winter Populations in the Driftless Region and Beyond” Learn more about the two species of eagles that can be seen in Minnesota and the best places to observe golden eagles. Identifying the difference between juvenile Bald and golden eagles can […]
Zoom Link Red-headed Woodpecker Ecology and Conservation: New insights and future directions Dr. Elena H. West (she/her) Teaching Assistant Professor Department of Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation Biology Dr. West is leading research on the ecology of red-headed woodpeckers, focusing on understanding habitat requirements in oak savanna ecosystems. Red-headed woodpecker populations have declined by over 90% […]
Great Backyard Bird Count – Feb. 14th-17th Great Backyard Bird Count: Should Be “Finchy” and Fun — Winter finch “irruption” will be a highlight for many. New York, NY, Ithaca, NY, and Port Rowan, ON—The 22nd Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) will occur from Friday, February 14 through Monday, February 14. Volunteers from around the […]
Zoom Link Thursday, February 20, 7:00 p.m.: Maggie Lorenz presents: “Restoring honor, connections, and land at Wakaŋ Tipi.” Maggie Lorenz is the executive director of Wakaŋ Tipi Awaŋyaŋkapi (WTA), a native-led environmental nonprofit in Saint Paul. Its mission is to honor and care for our natural places, sacred sites, and cultural values. The organization’s primary […]
Storytelling that honors our insect and plant relatives - Insects and Plants of Ojibwe Legends In-Person ONLY Winter is traditionally storytelling season in our Native communities in Minnesota. Many Ojibwe legends (Aadizookaanag) honor our Insect and Plant relatives, and Hope will share some of her favorites with us. Hope Flanagan is an elder who has […]
Continuing the Work! 40 Years of Peregrine Research - Jackie Fallon ZOOM LINK The remarkable success of the peregrine falcon recovery program is one of the most highly celebrated restoration […]
The Breeding Birds of Minnesota - the Work and the Science In-Person & ZOOM LINK Lee will provide an inside look into the creation and importance of The Breeding Birds of Minnesota. This book is the first comprehensive and in-depth assessment of Minnesota’s breeding birds in nearly a century. One of the most valuable aspects […]
Co-Sponsored with Land of Lakes Bird Alliance Zoom Only - Click Here To Register and Get Zoom Link Joanna will discuss the key elements of a bird-friendly community, including specific actions we can take to support birds both individually and within our communities, such as creating habitat, mitigating various threats, engaging people, and fostering sustainability. […]
Co-Sponsored with Land of Lakes Bird Alliance Zoom Registration Info Avian Flu is in the news again. This talk will go over a brief history of avian influenza in Minnesota […]
Co-Sponsored with Land of Lakes Bird Alliance Get Your Zoom Link Here Join us for a presentation on Great Gray Owl biology and ecology by Dr. James Duncan. Jim has […]
