Hi All, In addition to some of the events that have already been mentioned here, there are numerous other upcoming programs and activities around Ohio. These will be especially appealing to anyone who might have cabin fever and is looking for affordable opportunities to get out and learn about birds in the coming weeks and months. I’ve listed a few of them below. Good birding! Casey Tucker Columbus, Ohio [log in to unmask] www.avianconservation.blogspot.com P.S. if this message was sent from [log in to unmask], please disregard that address. I can't figure out how to update my e-mail address through the listserv command menu. ************************************************************************ March 3rd--"Why Birding Has Made Me an Advocate for Environmental Sustainability" presented by Larry Richardson, Executive Director, Lake Erie Nature & Science CenterSponsored by the Black River Audubon Society (www.blackriveraudubon.org/) ************************************************************************ March 3rd —“Nesting: Wonders of Northeast Ohio” presented by filmmaker Miles Reed.Sponsored by Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society. You can find more details about this and other programs via their website (http://www.wcasohio.org/Programs.htm). ************************************************************************ March 4th--“Tiny Denizens of Ohio’s Forests: Northern Saw-whet Owls” Presented by Kelly Williams-Sieg. Sponsored by the Kirtland Bird Club. More details about this presentation can be found at their website (http://www.kirtlandbirdclub.org/default1.htm) Kelly will share what she has learned about the fall migration of this tiny owl as well as some of the fascinating tidbits that we have learned about this species that has captured our hearts and curiosity. ************************************************************************ March 16th--Jim Berry, President, Roger Tory Peterson Institute of Natural History will be presenting “Roger Tory Peterson's 100 Year Legacy and How His Work is Carried On” Sponsored by Audubon Miami Valley. Jim will talk about RTP’s place in the history of Field Ornithology in the United States through an illustrated lecture and video. Please bring to share with Jim your correspondence, photographs and other personal memorabilia connected with Roger Peterson as well as anecdotes and “well- worn” field guides that would do RTP proud! This presentation is free and open to the public, and you can get more details about this and other upcoming programs at AMV’s website: (http://www.audubonmiamivalley.org/Programs.htm) ********************************************************************** March 18th--“Birding By Ear”Presented by the members of Canton Audubon Society. You can learn more about this event by visiting their web-site: (http://www.cantonaudubon.org/html/meetings.html) ********************************************************************** March 18th—“Birding Heaven” presented by John McKeanSponsored by the Dayton Audubon Society (www.dayton.net/audubon/warbler.htm) Join professional photographer, best-selling author, and top-ranked international speaker John McKean as he takes you away on a whirlwind trek around the world with his breathtaking avian imagery. From such places as Fiji, the Galapagos, and Costa Rica, John's ornithology images have graced everything from VIREO (Academy of Natural Sciences' Visual Resources for Ornithology) to Birds & Blooms Magazine credit cards. You will not want to miss this one-and-only opportunity to virtually visit the world's exotic birding hotspots, while learning John's top seven secrets on capturing the exquisite beauty of birds. ************************************************************************ March 24th—“Avian Mating Rituals” Sponsored by Audubon Mahoning Valley. Spring is in the air. We will learn about the mating rituals of birds and how they use various methods to attract mates. You will be suprised by the techniques birds use to make themselves stand out from the flock. You can find more details via their website at: http://boardman.wbu.com/content/show/12224 *********************************************************************** March 24th—“Fishes and Birds of Fiji” presented by Michael PackerSponsored by Columbus Audubon (www.columbusaudubon.org/) For 10 years Michael Packer has vacationed in island biomes with the twin goals of totally immersing himself in the nature and culture of these locations and observing some of the world's rarest fauna. He always returns refreshed and with a photo journal of the adventure. In Fiji, he spent 7 days on a resident dive boat "birding coral reefs for fish" as he says. The remaining time he spent with local guides on the islands of Viti Levu and Kadavu fishing rain forests for birds. Please join Michael as he immerses you in this unique South Pacific archipelago. ************************************************************************ March 28th—“Native Plant Workshop” sponsored by Aullwood Audubon Center & Farm.You can learn more by contacting Aullwood directly (http://aullwood.center.audubon.org) You’ll have an opportunity to learn about planting native plants to improve your backyard habitat for birds. ************************************************************************ May 16th & 17th—“2nd Annual Queen City Bird Festival” sponsored by the Avian Research & Education Institute. Come out to celebrate the beauty of spring, birds and nature. The day begins with a bird walk. The second annual Queen City Bird Festival is hosted by the Department of Biology at the College of Mount St. Joseph, the Sisters of Charity of Cincinnati and the Avian Research and Education Institute. Join us at Hueston Woods State Park, 6301 Park Office Rd., College Corner, Ohio; at the Nature Center on Saturday, May 16th from 9am to 6pm; and Sunday, May 17th from 9am to noon. The 2009 schedule of events will be available on www.avianinstitute.org. Open to birders as well as the general public, the event features: • Numerous activities for children • Guest speakers on bird migration, bird banding and where to bird watch • A variety of food and merchandise vendors • Live Music • Hourly bird walks • Banding Demonstrations If you need further information please contact Jill Russell at 513-244- 4783, [log in to unmask] or Debbie Gross, Communications 513-255- 5313. ______________________________________________________________________ Ohio-birds mailing list, a service of the Ohio Ornithological Society. Our thanks to Miami University for hosting this mailing list. Additional discussions can be found in our forums, at www.ohiobirds.org/forum/. 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