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North Shore Fall Migration (with Bob!)

Northern Ecology

Bob Janssen

Fall birding along Minnesota's North Shore is a time of tremendous transition. Migratory movement of numerous species occurs as many birds move along the shore to avoid crossing the Big Lake. In the eyes of instructor Bob Janssen, this is the time to witness migration at its best (height of warbler migration) on the North Shore and all across Minnesota. We'll explore this unique time of the birding year during this course, and with Bob's assistance you will investigate the migratory movement of birds throughout the region while also working to enhance your birding field skills. While all Minnesota bird species will be touched upon, the course will concentrate on northern/boreal bird species. Materials fee includes van transportation for the entire group to maximize opportunities for discussion during the field outings.

Dates

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Course Details

Length in days:

Hours:

Day 1: 8am-5pm; Day 2: 8am-5pm

Tuition:

$150.00 per student (May 1-Oct 31)
$150.00 per student (Nov 1 - Apr 30)

Materials:

$80.00

Levels:

Beginner to Intermediate

Age with adult:

14+ (Review age guidelines/policy)

Making it happen:

When should I enroll?
We can't hold classes without students! Decisions regarding course cancellations (as related to minimum enrollment) are made three weeks before the class starts--so if you've got a course in mind, plan ahead and sign up at least three weeks in advance! That way we'll know you're coming, courses are more likely to meet minimum enrollment numbers, and then they'll actually take place.
Also watch for the words "nearly full" next to course dates. When that notation appears it means there are only one or two spots left--so sign up soon!
Do you take last minute registrations?
Of course! Although it's important that courses meet minimum enrollment three weeks before their scheduled start dates, we know that life doesn't always allow for prior planning. As long as there are still spots left in a course we're happy to accept your registration last minute.
When will new course dates be posted?
New course dates are posted both in the spring and fall to coordinate with our course catalog release dates. All the new dates are opened for enrollment on the same day and at the same time, so that everyone gets a fair crack at a spot in the courses they're interested in. As that time rolls around we announce when the new dates will "go live" in our e-newsletter. (sign up here!)