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SUMMARY:Bird Banding Workshop - Chico Basin Ranch
DESCRIPTION:Bird Conservancy of the Rockies is offering a 3-day hands-on bird banding workshop at Chico Basin Ranch\, Colorado. This workshop is designed for beginner to intermediate banders\, no prior experience required. Participants will learn safe operation of mist-nets\, safe bird-handling techniques\, in-hand aging and sexing of passerine birds\, and terminology regarding molt and interpreting the Pyle Guide. \nThis workshop will take place during regular operation of the banding station and will also include afternoon discussion-based presentations covering a variety of banding-related topics. Participation is capped at 6 individuals to ensure plenty of 1-on-1 training and feedback for each participant. \nNote: Bird safety is always our top priority and we aim to keep holding times to a minimum\, so not all participants will be able to handle every bird. However\, every effort will be made to maximize hands-on training opportunities for our workshop participants\, within our ethical and bird safety guidelines. \n\nCost: $500 per participant\nWhen: September 21st through 23rd\, 2026\nWhere: Chico Basin Ranch\, El Paso County\, Colorado\n\nSite details: Chico Basin Ranch is a working cattle ranch on the eastern plains of Colorado. Our banding station is located in a cottonwood grove on the north end of the ranch. The ranch is about a 45-minute drive from Colorado Springs\, with the last several miles on a 2wd-accessible dirt road. \nLodging and Food: Free car or tent camping is available on-site\, limited beds in on-site bunkrooms may be available\, please inquire if interested. Otherwise\, participants must arrange their own lodging in nearby Fountain or Colorado Springs. Portapotties are on-site but no other bathrooms or showers are available. We will provide a refillable potable water jug but participants will need to provide their own meals\, snacks\, and any other beverages. If staying on-site\, think of it as rustic car-camping and plan to be self-sufficient! \nHow to Register: Fill out this google form and you will be contacted with a registration link. Participants must be 18 years of age or older. \nPayment: $100 deposit will be required upon registration\, with the remaining $400 required by August 14th\, 2026. Registrations after August 14th will be paid in full at time of registration. We require a minimum of three registered participants by August 14th to run this workshop\, all fees (including deposit) will be refunded if this minimum is not met. \nCancellation Fee:\nPrior to August 14th: No cancellation fee (deposit refunded)\nOn or after August 14th: $100 cancellation fee (deposit not refunded) \nPlease contact Banding Manager Colin Woolley with any questions at colin.woolley@birdconservancy.org
URL:https://www.birdconservancy.org/event/chico-banding-workshop/
LOCATION:Chico Basin Ranch\, 22500 S Peyton HWY\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80928
CATEGORIES:Presentations & Adult Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Colin Woolley":MAILTO:colin.woolley@birdconservancy.org
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SUMMARY:Barr Lake Banding Station
DESCRIPTION:Migration is a magical time of year! Join us for a unique opportunity to experience science in action and observe a wildlife biologist banding and collecting important scientific data on live\, migrating birds. The data collected gives us insight to many aspects of avian life history and can be used to inform conservation decisions. \nClick Here to Register! \nScholarships are available! Please apply before registering for your visit. You can apply by clicking here. \nOpen to the public August 22 through October 23\, six days a week (closed Mondays). Weekday programs available from 7:30 – 8:30 a.m.\, and weekend programs are available from 8-9 a.m.\, 9-10 a.m.\, and 10-11 a.m. \nSchedule is weather permitting. Station is closed during precipitation or high winds\, and may close early during very hot weather and open later if very cold. \nAccess to the Banding Station requires traveling ~1/4 of a mile on a gravel trail. Please let us know if we can offer any accommodations or assistance to help you get to the Station. Please note\, the Banding Station is in a new temporary location this year. Instructions will be included in your confirmation email. \nParking is available at the Barr Lake State Park Nature Center Parking lot ($10/vehicle Daily Entrance Fee; Annual State Park Pass; or Keep Colorado Wild Pass entrance fee applies) – 13401 Picadilly Road\, Brighton\, CO 80603. Accessible parking and accessible restrooms are available. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Sarah Doxon\, Education Manager\, at sarah.doxon@birdconservancy.org or (303) 659-4348 x53
URL:https://www.birdconservancy.org/event/barr-lake-banding-station-16/
LOCATION:Barr Lake Banding Station\, 13401 Picadilly Road\, Brighton\, CO\, 80603
CATEGORIES:Community Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Sarah Doxon%2C Education Manager":MAILTO:sarah.doxon@birdconservancy.org
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