Beginner eBird in the Park

To secure a place at this event, registration is required. Please make sure ALL fields are filled out on the registration form and a confirmation email is received.

Join field trip leaders Jordan Bates and Will Miller to learn the basics of using eBird, going step-by-step from Start Checklist to Submit. We will also discuss sharing checklists, how to view your own checklist on eBird.org, and some of the key features of your personal eBird account. After getting acquainted with eBird, we'll put your new skills to practice on a birding walk around the park!

Please download the eBird app to your phone and create an account before the field trip. You may also want to download Merlin if you don't already use it. Note that both apps use the same Username and Password.

Instructions:
1. Open the app and create an account. You will establish a Username and Password.
2. Cornell will then send a link to your email to activate your account.
3. Sign in to your account in the app and review your preferences.
You will probably want the following preferences:
Species Name: Common
Language: English
Subspecies: off
Distance: miles
4. Get a bird pack: Install the Idaho bird pack

If you have trouble with any of these steps, we can try to address the issue in class but please feel free to reach out to Jordan ahead of time.

Birding Skill Level: All experience levels are welcome. Binoculars will be available if needed.
Age: Participants younger than 12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Participants younger than 18 must have a parent/guardian sign the liability release.

Time: 8:00am - 10:00am. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early so we can start on time.
Marianne Williams Park, by the restrooms and picnic shelter
What to Bring: Layers for weather, binoculars, and your cell phone with eBird already installed and logged in. Please make sure your phone is charged! No dogs please.
Restroom Availability: Restrooms are available at the park.
Contact Information: Please text trip leader, Jordan, at 208-391-8338 with any questions.

Space is limited and you must register to attend.

Lesser Goldfinch photo by Ken Miracle.

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