Fall 2024 Songbird Banding at the Diane Moore Nature Center

Event subject to cancelation if registration is low! Please check your email the week of the event in case of cancelation. (And invite your friends!)

**: https://www.boisestate.edu/ibo/science/river/ **

Join the Intermountain Bird Observatory crew for a morning of songbird banding at our beautiful Boise River site! Our trained biologists will be catching, banding, and releasing wild songbirds all morning as part of our standardized fall migration monitoring protocol. You will have the opportunity to watch our scientists work and may get to hold out your hand to release a bird once we've finished banding it.

Among other information, bird banding gives us data on population numbers, age and sex ratios, reproductive success, migration movements, and individual longevity. This information can be used to study the impacts of climate change, the importance of different habitat types, and changes in species populations.

Registration is limited to 50 participants. We will use a waitlist system to notify you if a slot becomes available. If you cannot attend, please be courteous and cancel so that someone else can use your slot.

This project is fueled by donations from visitors like you. Thank you! Please plan to bring cash or check if you'd like to make a donation. A $5 donation per guest would be greatly appreciated.

Please read the below information carefully.

• If you register but cannot attend, please be courteous and cancel so that someone else can use your slot.

• There is a roped-off staff only area surrounding the banding table. After birds are processed we will bring them outside the staff area for you to observe more closely.

• We are thrilled to be able to host visitors again! We do ask that you be vigilant about monitoring for symptoms of illness and avoid visiting if you are experiencing any symptoms. Please be aware that based on changes in COVID-19 infection rates, the emergence of new variants, or changing local, state and federal guidelines; our event guidelines may be amended with short notice. We will share any changes with you via email. Please follow all rules and signage posted to ensure we are able to continue to offer these visitor opportunities..

Bird banding is unpredictable. We cannot promise that we will catch birds. We’ve chosen visitor time slots in an effort to ensure everyone has the opportunity to see a bird be banded. Depending on how many birds we catch, visitors will be able to help release the birds by holding out their hand as a release platform.

We may close our nets early or not open the station if the weather is bad (too windy, rainy, hot, or cold). We may reschedule due to weather. Please check your email for updates before attending.

All ages are welcome. This site is somewhat wheelchair/walker accessible (but please contact us ahead of time for details so that we can accommodate you).

**: https://www.boisestate.edu/ibo/science/river/ **

Read more about the river project and find our visitor FAQ link here: Boise River Research Station - Intermountain Bird Observatory

**The link above also contains important information about parking and access to the site**

Questions? Contact Heidi: [email protected]

FAQs

What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?

Read about how to access the site here. You may drive or bike to this location. Scroll down on this page to view the map https://www.boisestate.edu/ibo/science/river/

What can/can't I bring to the event?

All visitors should bring water, snacks, necessary meals, and appropriate outdoor clothing. Don’t forget your sunscreen, hats, binoculars, cameras, and field guides. Bring a camp chair if you would like to sit down during your visit. Plan for chilly mornings before the sun reaches the site: bring a jacket and long pants. Closed-toe shoes and long pants are best for walking on trails. There is POISON IVY at this location! Please don't wander off trail.

Please do not bring dogs to the banding area.

This project is funded by donations from visitors like you. Please bring a donation to support our work. Thank you!

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No, you do not need to bring your ticket or proof of registration. You can simply give us your name when you arrive and we’ll check you off the sign-in list.

Host or Publisher Intermountain Bird Observatory