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Birding by Ear with Richard Candler

  • Sequatchie Cove Farm 320 Dixon Cove Rd Sequatchie US (map)

Join local birder Richard Candler on a morning bird walk around Sequatchie Cove Farm. Learn bird identification with a special emphasis on bird song.

Spring is the best time of year to find exciting migrants mixed with both winter and breeding season bird species. It is also the time of year when birds are most vocal. There will be a particular focus on listening to and learning the songs and calls of our many bird species. 

There will be a two-hour walk followed by discussion with coffee and snacks.

A pair of binoculars is essential for this class. This is a farm so be prepared to chase birds through briars and mud. Sensible shoes recommended as well as a hat, sunscreen, and bug spray.

Richard Candler is the coauthor of Birding Sewanee: a guide to birding the South Cumberland Region.

April 30th, 7:00am- 10:00 Central time zone. In the event of rain, the class will be moved to the following Sunday, May 7th as a rain date.


***We have 2 full Scholarship spots available in this class for individuals under the age of 18 who are interested in getting into birding or who are new to birding and would like to increase their knowledge. Please email us at contact@cumberlandfolkschool with a brief description of your interest in the scholarship, a bit about yourself, and your age.

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