Tracy Aviary’s Conservation Science Program is offering a 6-month class on the birds of Utah. The instructor, Bryant Olsen, is one of the most well-respected bird authorities in the region. Bryant has been birding for over twenty years, and was the recipient of the 2017 Utah Birder of the Year Award.

Class participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the many bird species present in Utah. Bryant will teach about when and where to find each species, important identification tips to differentiate between birds, their ecological roles and behaviors, and the evolutionary relationships between species. This class is designed for intermediate to advanced birders who want to increase their birding skill and gain a better understanding of bird identification and ecology. Some basic understanding of birds is assumed.

When: Thursday evenings Aug 21 - Jan 8th, 6-8PM
Where: Tracy Aviary’s Nature Center at Pia Okwai (3310 S 1000 W, South Salt Lake)

Weekly indoor classes will focus on a group of birds common at that time of year. The following Sunday morning, Bryant will lead a field trip to look for the species covered that week, as the best teachers are the birds themselves. Sunday field trip times will vary depending on destination, time of sunrise, and weather, but participants should expect early mornings. Travel to field trip destinations will be provided from the Aviary or Nature Center via passenger van.

REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL CLASS
REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON CLASS
For the online-only class, there is NOT a live Zoom. You will get access to the class recording by the end of Friday each week. We will share more details by email.

Tuition Rates:

Tier 1: In-Person Class + Field Trips: $500
Tier 2: In-Person Class Only**: $200
Tier 3: Online Class Only: $50

**In the event that a Tier 1 participant is unable to attend a field trip, the spot for that will be opened up to Tier 2 participants for a $25 registration fee. Registration is first-come first serve

Registration for In-Person + Field Trips is limited to 12 participants; There are 8 slots available for the In-Person Only option, and the online class has unlimited registration.