🌿 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
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