Wednesday, October 28th – 9:00am
161 Nemours Plantation Dr, Yemassee, SC 29945
Get an up-close look at how scientists study migratory birds! Heather Kraus, Education and Outreach Coordinator at Nemours Wildlife Foundation, will lead a bird banding demonstration and explain how the process works, when it’s done, and why it this research helps protect the species that pass through our region.
After the demonstration, we will take a wagon tour through part of the property in search of birds, then return to the classroom to learn about the Motus Wildlife Tracking System, a network of automated radio receivers that lets researchers follow tagged birds across hundreds or even thousands of miles of migration.
What to wear: Weather-appropriate clothing to protect against elements and insects, close toed shoes suitable for walking (not more than .5 mile).
What to bring: Water bottle, sunscreen, bug spray, and binoculars if you have them.
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