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Posted: March 6th, 2013
Learn to birdwatch with Audubon-led classes, walks in Crawford County

Learn to birdwatch in time for spring migration with a four-week class starting April 3 in Meadville.

Audubon Pennsylvania in Northwestern Pennsylvania will present Birding 101 for beginning birders and those who want to sharpen their skills. Classes will take place on four consectuvie Wednesdays starting April 3 from 7-8 p.m. at 301 Chestnut St.

Preregistration is required, and there is a $10 fee for registration and materials.

Sarah Sargent, an expert birder and ornithologist, will instruct on the use of field guides, common birds, bird songs, identification tips, where to look for birds, habitats, binocular use and more.

Audubon Pennsylvania in Northwestern Pennsylvania also will conduct bird walks at Erie National Wildlife Refuge’s Sugar Lake Division in Guys Mills on April 27, May 4, May 18 and May 25. Expert guest birders will lead the walks on trails at the refuge from 8:30-10:30 a.m Walks are open to the public.

For information, or to register, call Judy Acker at Audubon Pennsylvania, (814) 333-1170.

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