

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Certificate Course In Ornithology 
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 31 Jan, 2026 at 10:00 pm
- **Event Description**: ? Announcing the 22nd “Certificate Course in Basic Ornithology”! ?
Explore, Understand, and Conserve Birds!

*Course dates*: Only Saturdays and Sundays
31 Jan, 1 Feb, 8 Feb, 14 Feb and 15 Feb 2026

Time: 830 AM to 0500  PM

? Hosted by: Ela Foundation  Pune

Discover the extraordinary world of birds with Ela Foundation, Pune. Our course has inspired over a thousand alumni to become devoted guardians of nature.

✨ Course Highlights

Engaging Curriculum: Immerse yourself in the essentials of ornithology with 24+ multimedia sessions covering topics like bird anatomy, physiology, migration, breeding, feeding habits, and ecological roles.

Discussions: Stay informed on pressing topics including vulture conservation, the effects of wind farms on birds, bird flu, One Health, and more.

Field Visits: Experience two field visits under expert guidance from eminent ornithologists, scientists, and field experts who bring their knowledge and passion to each session.

? Open to All
Whether you're a student, professional, or simply a nature enthusiasts from all backgrounds who share a passion for birds and conservation.


Schedule:
Lecture Days:

January 31, 2026, Saturday 
Venue: B. R. Sabade Auditorium, 8th Floor, Seva Bhavan, Erandwane, Pune-41104
Time: 8.30am to 5.00pm
Location link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/CespqawNU1vRJX9B9

February 1, 2026, Sunday
Venue: B. R. Sabade Auditorium. 
Time: 8.30am to 5.00pm

February 14, 2026, Saturday
Venue: B. R. Sabade Auditorium. 
Time: 8.30am to 5.00pm

? Daily Session Timings:

1st Session: 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Refreshments: 10:30 AM - 10.45 AM
2nd Session: 10.45 AM - 1:30 PM
Lunch Break: 1:30 PM - 2.00 PM
3rd Session: 2.00 PM - 5:00 PM
Tea: 4:00 PM


Field Visits:

February 8, 2026, Sunday – Tata Lake, Valvhan Dam, Lonavala 
Time: 6.30 am to 11.30 am -Lonavla Lake birding in field
12 to 2 pm - VALVAN Dam For lunch
2 to 4 pm- Interactive Session

February 15, 2026, Sunday – Ela Habitat, Pingori
Time: 6.30 am to 9.30 am
At Ela Habitat birding in morning, interactive sessions with experts, visit to Villoo C Poonawalla Hospital for Wildlife,
Introduction to ornithology equipment, two lectures on bird behaviour, tea, breakfast, lunch and tea.



Affordable Learning: This course is offered on a non-profit, no-loss basis, making it accessible to all. 

*Course Fee: INR 6,700*

Fee includes: Breakfast, lunch and tea, lectures on 31 Jan, 1 and 14 Feb only;  plus educational material and course cap.

Fee does not include cost for field visits and food during field visits which will be at actual

? Admission Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfP08iMgXf3uy9ibeKBK2jkpnsypi_XOnQMHljlszx4bH_rLg/viewform?usp=dialog

? Admissions: 
Secure your spot by filling the form and payment of fees.

For info contact:

Sachin Haldule: 9766644802
Dr. Suruchi Pande: 9579891803
Shrikant Kulkarni: 7972564319
Suhasini Kulkarni: 9822670908

Time to call: 9 AM to 9 PM.

Course announced by:
- Pramod Deshpande, Course Coordinator 
- Prof. Dr. Satish Pande, Director, Ela Foundation
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/pune/certificate-course-in-ornithology/200029479266938
- **Event Categories**: workshops, health-wellness, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 11

## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Pune
- **state**: MH
- **country**: India
- **location**: Erandwane
- **lat**: 18.50952
- **long**: 73.83134
- **full address**: Erandwane, Late Shankarrao Kirloskar Path,Pune, Maharashtra, India

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: ELA Foundation (https://allevents.in/org/ela-foundation/25190021)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 31 Jan, 2026 at 10:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Erandwane, Late Shankarrao Kirloskar Path,Pune, Maharashtra, India
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** ELA Foundation
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** workshops, health-wellness, nonprofit
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Certificate Course In Ornithology  ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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