Online Class: Bird Watching 101 — Food, Feeders and Behavior

Who do you think benefits the most from feeding and observing wild birds - the birds or us?  People of all ages, from all walks of life, study birds with interests that range from occasional pleasure viewing to an outright passion resulting in lengthy trips and major investments.  But one thing all bird watchers share is the excitement generated when a particular bird of interest or rarity is spotted -- similar to the thrill of the hunt, it satisfies our need to discover. Unlike traditional hunting, however, bird watching is about admiring the beauty of the birds in their natural habitats. 

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Course Motivation

Do you wish you had a greater knowledge of the variety of species of birds that call your backyard home?

Have you spotted a bird you've never seen before and are eager to identify it?

From the majestic birds of prey, eagles, ospreys and hawks, to the tiniest finches, wrens and hummingbirds--unearthing your inner bird watcher is a wonderful way to uncover a stress and boredom busting hobby that can draw your entire family closer together.

The course is centered upon helping you accomplish four primary goals: 

1. Developing an enriching hobby that’s inexpensive and a meaningful way to combat both stress and boredom
2. To immerse yourself in and be engrossed by the fascinating behavior birds exhibit
3. To promote a healthier garden and environment by welcoming a yard full of birds
4. To explore how you can transform your property into a refuge for birds, as well as what you should do in the event of any emergencies.

One thing is for sure, the more time you spend watching birds, the more you’ll want to learn!

Best of all, this bird watching course is build completely around your convenience. You're totally free to attend when (and only when) your family and schedule permit. Add to that the fact that all of the materials you’ll need for successful completion are included in the lessons, and you’ve got a class perfect for any bird enthusiast--beginning or experienced! Enroll today to get started!

Of course, there are many more species to choose from than a mere ten. Did you know that there are almost 9,000 different species of birds--and those are just the ones we already know about!!! As humans explore the inner sanctums of previously uncharted territories, even more new species are being discovered.

Over the course of eleven in-depth lessons, you'll cover quite a bit of territory yourself…

Lesson 1: The Joys of Bird Watching

Lesson 2: Where to Find the Birds

Lesson 3: Tools for Bird Watching

Lesson 4: Feeding Your Birds

Lesson 5: Bird Feeders & Bird Baths

Lesson 6: Bird Houses

Lesson 7: How to Identify Birds

Lesson 8: Seasonal Bird Watching

Lesson 9: Bird Watching Emergencies

Lesson 10: More Information and Further Reading

Lesson 11: Questions and Answers

Each of the lessons is self-paced and all of the class materials you'll need are provided from the moment you first enroll. Although the class is self-paced, each lesson must be completed sequentially. This means that you won't be able to access Lessons 2 or 3 until you’ve first finished the reading, assignments and quizzes for Lesson 1, and so on.

You can monitor your progress by measuring your performance on the lesson review quizzes and the individual assignments. In the end, you'll need to maintain an average overall score of 70% or better in order to successfully "pass" the course.

If at any time along the way, you come across information that leaves you confused or with questions in need of answers, you can easily (and quickly) address your concerns by sending over a quick email to your instructor via the Class Email Form, which you can find under the Communications tab. She’s be back in touch with you shortly with an in-depth explanation that helps to clarify things…

You don't have to live in the country or other rural settings in order to enjoy the wonders of bird watching. As a matter of fact, birds are just about anywhere you can find people--beaches, big cities, parks, forests, grasslands--you name it!

Bird Watching isn't just for grandfathers and Boy Scouts! Men and women of all ages, sizes and backgrounds are turning back to nature for the tranquility and solace we once used to find. If you’re ready to grab your binoculars and join the millions of avid bird watchers in our country and from around the world, then what are you waiting for?

Since enrollment is always open on a 24-hour basis, there's no longer any logical reason to keep putting your self-development off for another day. Simply sign up now to start enjoying the excitement of finding and catching (in photos only, of course) new and fascinating birds to add to your collection!