# Event Details - **Event Name**: Bird Banding with the MAPS Team - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 25 Jun, 2026 at 07:00 am – Thu, 20 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 am - **Event Description**: Our good friends on the MAPS banding team has invited us out to check out summer banding at Jug Bay!About this EventJoin DC Bird Alliance for a unique opportunity to observe bird banding at Patuxent River Park.Participants will have the chance to observe trained researchers as they safely capture, study, measure, and release wild birds as part of ongoing conservation and research efforts. Along the way, we'll learn how bird banding helps scientists better understand migration, survival, habitat use, and population trends.This session is part of the Monitoring Avian Productivity and Survivorship (MAPS) Program, a continent-wide effort that helps researchers track the health of bird populations over time. By collecting standardized data year after year, MAPS provides valuable information used to guide conservation decisions and better understand how birds are responding to environmental change.Because bird banding is a scientific research activity conducted under federal and state permits, attendance is intentionally limited to ensure a quality experience for participants and minimal disturbance to the research process.What to Bring• Closed-toe shoes or hiking footwear• Long pants recommended• Water and snacks• Insect repellent (especially ticks)• Sun protection for open areas before and after the program• Weather-appropriate clothingAccessibility? Pace: Slow, with periods of standing and observation? Distance: Short walking distances, but travel occurs through natural habitat? Terrain: Uneven natural ground with exposed roots, leaf litter, muddy areas, fallen branches, and no established trails⛰ Elevation: Minor changes in elevation; uneven footing throughout? Rest Areas: Limited or unavailable in the banding area♿ Wheelchair Access: Not wheelchair accessible. Access to the observation area requires travel through heavily wooded habitat with uneven ground, exposed roots, and no maintained pathways.? Restrooms: Limited restroom availability; participants should plan accordinglyImportant Notes? Bird banding activities are conducted under appropriate permits by trained researchers.? Wildlife welfare is always the highest priority. Observation opportunities may vary depending on bird activity and weather conditions.? Participants should be comfortable walking through natural woodland habitat with uneven footing and no established trails. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/0c6aafc0-7583-11f1-b452-0f2e0e513fce-rimg-w1200-h347-dc000000-gmir.png The MAPS program is a continent-wide collaborative effort among public agencies, non-governmental groups, and individuals to assist the conservation of birds and their habitats through standardized bird monitoring.MAPS bird banders collect data that can be used to estimate key demographic parameters known as vital rates, such as productivity, recruitment, and survival of individual bird species. This information helps scientists understand which life-stages may be most important in driving population change.Learn more about IBP MAPS banding . - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/upper-marlboro/bird-banding-with-the-maps-team/100001991522781249 - **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, health-wellness, trekking - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Selbys Landing at Patuxent River Park - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Upper Marlboro - **state**: MD - **country**: United States - **location**: Selbys Landing at Patuxent River Park - **lat**: 38.75257109999999 - **long**: -76.7007827 - **full address**: Selbys Landing at Patuxent River Park, Croom Airport Road, Upper Marlboro, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Bird Banding with the MAPS Team - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/64598974adb827393ae03fc4abb99abe60fdabc57385b46210e237135ec46c93-rimg-w500-h333-dc627079-gmir.jpg?v=1781213729 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Bird Banding with the MAPS Team being held? - **A:** Bird Banding with the MAPS Team takes place on Thu, 25 Jun, 2026 at 07:00 am to Thu, 20 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 am at Selbys Landing at Patuxent River Park, Croom Airport Road, Upper Marlboro, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Bird Banding with the MAPS Team? - **A:** Bird Banding with the MAPS Team is organized by DC Audubon Society. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "Bird Banding with the MAPS Team", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/64598974adb827393ae03fc4abb99abe60fdabc57385b46210e237135ec46c93-rimg-w500-h333-dc627079-gmir.jpg?v=1781213729", "startDate": "2026-06-25", "endDate": "2026-08-20", "url": "https://allevents.in/upper-marlboro/bird-banding-with-the-maps-team/100001991522781249", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "Selbys Landing at Patuxent River Park", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "Croom Airport Road", "postalCode": "20772", "addressLocality": "Upper Marlboro", "addressRegion": "MD", "addressCountry": "US" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "38.75257109999999", "longitude": "-76.7007827" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "Our good friends on the MAPS banding team has invited us out to check out summer banding at Jug Bay!", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-09-02", "availabilityEnds": "2026-08-20", "validFrom": "2026-09-02", "lowPrice": "0.00", "highPrice": "0.00", "price": "0.00", "url": "https://allevents.in/upper-marlboro/bird-banding-with-the-maps-team/100001991522781249" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-09-02", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-09-02", "url": "https://allevents.in/upper-marlboro/bird-banding-with-the-maps-team/100001991522781249", "price": 0, "name": "Registration Required" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "DC Audubon Society", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/dc-audubon-society/22623549", "description": "Our goal is to promote the appreciation and conservation of birds and their habitats through the participation of those in the DC area.  Whether you're someone who appreciates the sounds of the birds, a backyard feeder, or an experienced birder, we warmly welcome people of all skill levels.  All trips are free, open to the public and we have a limited number of spare binoculars available for use. Visit us on thewebfor upcoming events andrecent newsletters.**The Audubon Society of the District of Columbia assumes and implies no liability for the personal safety of field trip participants and in no way assumes responsibility for the safety and security of personal property. Weather and other factors may cause hazardous conditions. Some field trips may involve periods of strenuous walking or other physical exertion, and persons participating in field events sponsored by the Audubon Society of the District of Columbia do so at their own risk. Personal and property safety while participating in, or traveling to and from, field events cannot be assured, particularly when using public transportation or accessing parts of the metropolitan area where crime may be an issue. The Audubon Society of the District of Columbia strongly recommends that participants keep expensive items such as binoculars, cameras, and phones out of sight, and avoid traveling alone if possible.**" } ] } ] ```