Birding for Beginners NEW WORKSHOP!
Schedule
Thu, 29 Jan, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Sat, 31 Jan, 2026 at 02:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
New Smyrna Beach....Beach | New Smyrna Beach, FL
This 2-part workshop includes a classroom session and an in-the-field session.
PART 1: Thursday, January 29, 7-9pm in New Smyrna Beach.
PART 2: Saturday, January 31, 8am-2pm field trip to Lake Apopka.
Workshop limit: 12 participants. Cost is $20 members, $25 non-members. Registration is OPEN NOW.
What’s that in my tree? Who’s making that sound? They may be everywhere, but how do I see them better? If you’re interested in birding but don’t know where to start, this workshop is for you.
The workshop will introduce skills and information to increase your joy of birds and start your birding journey.
Part One's evening classroom session will cover different types of birds and techniques for identifying them, tips on choosing and using optics, how to use a field guide, get the most out of online resources, and much more.
Part Two's field trip will take place amidst several types of habitat, and provide a hands-on birding experience at one of Florida’s best birding hot spots. We will observe the surroundings, fine-tune our optics, get our eyes on a bird, and practice the tools you need to identify what’s in the scope!
Merritt Island is a nearby Central Florida hot spot within one of the most productive estuaries in the country. The diverse habitat here could mean a long species list.
It takes time to build identification skills, discern different sounds and behaviors, but connecting with other birders and getting out into the field can sustain wellbeing and become a hobby for life.
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Workshop limit: 12 participants and PRE-REGISTATION IS REQUIRED. Cost is $20 members, $25 non-members. Specific details will be sent to those registered.
REGISTER HERE: https://www.sevolusiaaudubon.org/workshops-special-events
More info on our MeetUp page:
https://www.meetup.com/sevaudubon/events/312915812
This workshop is for adults and children 12 and older (with an accompanying adult).
Field Trip transportation is via personal vehicles.
Where is it happening?
New Smyrna Beach....Beach, New Smyrna Beach, Florida, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:



















