Birdwatchers/birders are of course a special breed, and many in admiration of our fine feathered friends will go to the ends of the earth. In this group, avians R us!
For the 'aves': the art and sport of falconry in Spain
Tom Meaker by Inka Piegsa-Quischotte Feet firmly planted on the ground, left elbow out, forearm straight, hand and wrist covered with a thick leather glove, I looked apprehensively at the master falconer standing by my side. He had just sent a magnificent Harris's hawk into the air, soaring into the sky, then swooping down towards me. “He won’t attack me, will he?” I asked. “Not unless he mistakes you for a rabbit,” the instructor deadpanned, “and there is no chance of that”, he grinned. He…
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Hi Guys
Below is some information on the birding
course “Birding in the Bush” available at EcoTraining Camps in South Africa and
Botswana.
This Training Course has been designed to cater for those who wish to learn the basics of Bird Identification or improve their existing identification skills.
It is very much a practical course, although there are some lectures which include the following:
Birding Ethics and Code of Conduct
Birding Equipment
Bird Anatomy and Physiology
Species Identification in the field
Courses incorporate theory sessions during the day and practical bird identification sessions of early morning and late afternoon drive/walks.
Usually, the theory session is held after breakfast or before departing on the
afternoon walk or drive.
2012 Dates available
6 March – 12 March – Kruger national park (Makuleke private concession)
20 September – 26 September – Botswana (Mashatu Game reserve)
21 October – 27 October - Kruger national park (Makuleke private concession)
9 December – 15 December – Greater Kruger Biome – Karongwe Game reserve
Contact enquiries@ecotraining.co.za for more information or visit our website at www.ecotrining.co.za
Volunteering at Zealandia nature sanctuary today. Lots of oddball birds here; hope to see some baby kiwis. Have you done this sort of thing? http://bit.ly/vOjfi5
Fam trips to our Oasis Camp Lake Elementaita at USD 40 per person fullboard. www.oasis.co.ke/eco.html
We are a small intimate Eco Camp on the shores of Lake Elementaita ( Unesco world heritage site). We are looking for agent/partners who sell eco and family friendly tours in Kenya. Contact us for info
Celebration time after a successful early morning birdwalk/hike at Oasis Camp Kenya.
http://www.oasis.co.ke/eco.html
Here is what "Naturalist Journeys" says about Jamaica:
" Jamaica. Beautiful migrant warblers in fresh spring plumage hanging out in the Wild Orchid tree by the pool. Long white sand beaches, colorful characters, the vibrancy of life. (Narca's) pick for the cutest bird of the trip is the Jamaican Tody, which reminds her of the Tody Motmot she loves in Belize and Panama. The Tody family (Todidae) is one of two families unique to the Caribbean.
Don't Miss this one!! We find Jamaica very exciting, and so comfortable to be in while birding. We are positively pampered at the Hotel Mocking Bird Hill"
Have a look ate following link for more information:
http://www.naturalistjourneys.com/jcalendar/jc_jam12.htm
Oasis Eco Camp is a small intimate eco Lodge located on the shores of Lake Elementaita Kenya which is an IBA and a Ramsar site since 2005. Over 450 species of birds in the locality and the only breeding grounds for white Pelicans in East Africa.
Planning a birding trip to Kenya, dont miss this jewel.
http://www.oasis.co.ke/eco.html
Hi Guys
Why not visit the Makuleke consession in Kruger, we have a basic and advance birding course - Join Bruce Lawson (Our Camp manager and SKS Birder) for a great experience. This true wilderness area is also one of the best birding spots in Africa
Let me know if you will be visiting INDABA, would love to have a chat (ICCL011) or contact me for a appiontment at marketing@ecotraining.co.za or visit our website at www.ecotraining.co.za.
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