Sunday, June 11th, 2023
9-10:30am @ Bell Farm Shops
Birding By Ear

Expert bird mimic Dan Gardoqui will help you connect with birds you can't see by getting to know their songs and calls (as well as what they're saying). In this program, we'll do a little exploring on foot, but a lot more listening with our ears. Dan can help you learn the calls by mimicking them for the group as you hear and see the actual birds in the field. Whether you're experienced with visual bird identification or an absolute beginner, this course will be a good next step in building your birding skills. 

Dan Gardoqui has been studying naturalist skills, wildlife tracking, bird language, and mentoring for over 30 years. Dan has a M.S. in Natural Resources, is a Certified Wildlife Tracker, Registered Maine Guide, and served as Science Faculty for multiple colleges. He served as science editor for the bird language book "What the Robin Knows." Dan is the founder of Lead with Nature, where he helps leaders find success and meaning through nature-based consulting services & adventures - including professional bird guiding.

Refund Policy: We have a 48 hour no refund policy. Any refund requests within 48 hours of your ticket time will not be granted. Refunds BEFORE 48 hours will be refunded the $20 for each ticket but not the booking fee or transaction fee.

Inclement Weather: This event is rain or shine. Light rain will not result in a cancellation, and you will not be granted a refund if you do not show or choose to cancel. The decision to move the event is at the sole discretion of Bell Farm Shops. If the event does need to be moved, you will be notified via text and/or email and refunded.

Rain Date: June 18th, 2023  (Only in the event of heavy rain/thunderstorms)

Advanced sign up is required.

More about Bell Farm, the organizer of this event:

Bell Farm

Bell Farm is a 2.3 acre property, adorned with perennial gardens, various outbuildings and birdlife. We have a food truck called Nectar Cafe on the property that is open seasonally and serves coffee and breakfast items.

BELL FARM SHOPS

Bell Farm is comprised of Bell Farm Gift & Home, Backyard Birds & Garden, & Forever Christmas. We are technically one shop, but we provide you three distinct experiences under one roof. In general, we pride ourselves on unique product, thoughtful & intentional product displays that inspire and excellent customer service. Our store is 3,600 sq ft; there is so much to see, most have to take multiple loops. Bell Farm Shops is a place where you come when you want to browse, feel at home away from home and enjoy!

BACKYARD BIRDS & GARDEN FRILLS

Backyard Birds & Garden Frills has all you need for your birds and garden decor. We carry all the essentials; bird seed, bird feeders, bird baths, bird houses, and pole systems. In terms of garden decor we carry small statuary, wind chimes, wind spinners, rain chains, rain gauges and more.

Please enjoy 10% off Bell Farm Shops after this class. *Excludes bird seed, already reduced merchandise, large furniture pieces/displays and custom orders.