Swans of Winter: Lecture and Field Trip Science Class

Description

Come, share and learn the facts, myths, and legends of Washington's Swans of Winter. To many people, the Swan is the embodiment of grace, beauty, and unspoiled wilderness. Experience the majestic beauty of one of the world's largest waterfowl and learn about their life history, biology, habitat requirements, and migration patterns. Explore lead-poisoning and other threats to their survival, controversies these birds face on their wintering grounds, and what is needed to insure their future. Instructor Martha Jordan is a well-known wildlife biologist, and will present spectacular photographs and a lecture on Washington's native Trumpeter and Tundra Swans. Also learn about viewing guidelines, and after the presentation join Martha on a guided field trip to the one of the best "night roost" viewing sites in the Snohomish Basin. Martha is also director of the Washington Swan Working Group, an Affiliate of the Trumpeter Swan Society -- a non-profit organization dedicated to assuring the vitality and welfare of wild Swan populations.

Schedule

January 17, 2009 - January 17, 2009

Pricing Details

$75.00. Advance Purchase Necessary.

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