BSBO Proudly Introduces Our New 
Birds at Home Virtual Learning Series
sponsored by Zeiss and the Frederick S. Upton Foundation

Although the way we gather has changed, we can still come together virtually to celebrate birds, birding, and bird conservation!

Join BSBO and our outstanding lineup of speakers for fun, informative, interesting, and uplifting virtual presentations and workshops - delivered to you in the comfort of your own home! 

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About the series

Pricing

BSBO Members: FREE
Students: FREE
Non-members: $5.00

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Using Zoom

If you are new to Zoom and are unsure of how it works, feel free to contact BSBO at: staff@bsbo.org

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members access to recordings

Recordings Open to the Public

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Check back often as we're adding more keynotes and workshops each month! 

*Times listed are in Eastern Time Zone

December

Richness and Rarity: Lucas County as a globally significant stopover for migrating birds

Presented by Dr. Elliot Tramer

Dr. Tramer's book, "Richness and Rarity: Natural History of Lucas County" touches on the birdlife of Lucas County in several chapters. One of the unique features of the county, treated in the book, is its importance as a corridor and refueling stopover for migrating birds. Dr. Tramer's presentation will expand on the book's treatment of this topic, focusing especially on Maumee Bay, the lakeshore, and the Oak Openings.​

Date: Saturday, December 11, 2021
Time: 07:00 PM EDT
Duration: 45 mins with a 15 min Q&A

Macro to Micro: Photography with Bridge Camera

Presented by Simon Tolzmann

Good photos do not need to be taken with a $10,000 camera setup. Disposable cameras can take some of the most artistic photos possible, at the same level of intricacy as a DSLR. Using a point and shoot is my happy medium, and the capabilities never cease to impress. Salamanders posed on logs, flowers growing on the forest floor, birds perched in trees, soaring on thermals, or foraging on the ground are all common sights through my viewfinder. The secrets to micro to macro point-and-shoot photography are waiting to be shared. ​

Date: Tuesday, December 14, 2021
Time: 07:00 PM EDT
Duration: 45 mins with a 15 min Q&A

This presentation is sponsored by Hunt's Photo & Video.