Birding for Survival: A Guide to Birding Inspired by Parable of the Sower

We are in the midst of Fall migration! During this community bird outing, we will learn about bird migration and the birds that winter in Brooklyn. We will discuss some themes from Octavia E. Butler’s Parable of the Sower. In this novel Lauren Oya Olamina takes part in her own migration and Butler uses the language of “predators” and “prey” to describe the power dynamics of who and what they encounter on this journey. The predator and prey dynamic play a big role in how and when birds migrate as well. We will reflect on Butler’s work and what is applicable for our survival as humans and what lessons we can take from birds.

What’s Included:

What to Bring:

• Binoculars are optional but encouraged.

Requirements: (optional)

Disclaimer:

Route description:

The path is paved road with optional curbed sidewalk access. There is a slight incline and optional dirt and grass areas on route. The route is approximately 1.5 miles and there will be opportunities to rest and bathroom access.

Resources:

https://www.allaboutbirds.org/news/the-basics-how-why-and-where-of-bird-migration/

About the Facilitator:

Indigo Goodson-Fields is a poet, writer and birder based in Brooklyn. She served as a New York Birding Consultant on the For the Birds exhibition committee at Brooklyn Botanic Gardens. Indigo is featured on an episode of Always Be Birdin’, The Bird Joy Podcast and The Brian Lehrer Show.

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