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Sparrows and Finches: An Introduction to the Season’s LBJs (Field Trip A)

Sat, Nov 21 · 8:30 AM Woodend Nature Sanctuary

Lecture: Thursday, November 19, 7-9:30 pm (Woodend Nature Sanctuary) (Paul Pisano) Field Trip A: Saturday, November 21, 8:30-11 am (Occoquan Bay NWR) (Paul Pisano) Lecture: members $20, nonmembers $28 Each walk: members $33, nonmembers $46 It’s that time of year when sparrows and finches can present beginning to mid-level birders with some of their most difficult ID challenges. Feeling that way about yourself? You’re invited to join one (or both) of our field tutorials for an introduction to the most common sparrows and finches in our region during this season. Tips for recognizing plumage, v…

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