The goal of the workshop is to develop and improve skills needed to band hummingbirds safely. The banding techniques taught are those approved by the North American Banding Council and are consistent with the Banders’ Code of Ethics. This workshop is the first step in becoming a permitted hummingbird bander and preference will be given to those who are interested in joining HMN’s coordinated monitoring program. At the end of the workshop, participants’ skill level will vary and not all will master the skills needed to band hummingbirds safely. For those who master these skills, the next step to becoming a permitted hummingbird bander will vary and will be discussed with each person.
Tentative Workshop Agenda
Saturday, August 24 (6:00 pm – 8:00 pm): Dinner and an Evening Social / Workshop Introduction
Sunday, August 25 (sunrise – noon) HMN monitoring at SWRS and Paradise
Sunday, August 25 (1:30pm – 4:30pm) & Monday, August 26 (8:00 am-5:00 pm): Classroom learning.
On these days and throughout the workshop, you will learn about:
Sunday, August 25 (sunrise – noon) HMN monitoring at SWRS and Paradise
Sunday, August 25 (1:30pm – 4:30pm) & Monday, August 26 (8:00 am-5:00 pm): Classroom learning.
On these days and throughout the workshop, you will learn about:
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● Aging and sexing hummingbirds
● Taking measurements ● Describing molt patterns in hummingbirds ● Detecting breeding conditions in hummingbirds ● Characterizing fat ● Making quality hummingbird bands ● Determining the correct band size ● Using hummingbird banding tools |
● Aging and sexing hummingbirds
● Taking measurements ● Describing molt patterns in hummingbirds ● Detecting breeding conditions in hummingbirds ● Characterizing fat ● Making quality hummingbird bands ● Determining the correct band size ● Using hummingbird banding tools |
Tuesday, Aug 27- Tuesday, Sept 3): In the morning, you will learn to capture, band, and monitor hummingbirds; in the afternoon, there will be classroom and continued banding activities. The workshop ends after lunch on Sept 3.
Additional Information
Workshop Fees and Registration: Please monitor our site, Hummingbird Conservation Networks, for registration and fee information.
Contact Information: If you have questions or want to be notified of registration, please get in touch with Susan Wethington, [email protected] or Zach Hutchinson, [email protected].
Workshop Location: For those driving to the workshop, the Southwestern Research Station is near Portal, Arizona, and directions are at www.amnh.org/research/southwestern-research-station/about/directions-climate. Tucson International Airport is the nearest airport to the workshop for those flying to Arizona. More information will be offered on carpooling and transportation options to/from the airport and the workshop.
Living Expenses: HMN will handle lodging and meal reservations. Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions. There may be some single occupancy rooms. If you prefer those, please send your request to us.
Medical Needs: Please let us know if you have any medical conditions, such as being allergic to bee stings, you want us to know about. We’ll work with you to determine how to be prepared.
Contact Information: If you have questions or want to be notified of registration, please get in touch with Susan Wethington, [email protected] or Zach Hutchinson, [email protected].
Workshop Location: For those driving to the workshop, the Southwestern Research Station is near Portal, Arizona, and directions are at www.amnh.org/research/southwestern-research-station/about/directions-climate. Tucson International Airport is the nearest airport to the workshop for those flying to Arizona. More information will be offered on carpooling and transportation options to/from the airport and the workshop.
Living Expenses: HMN will handle lodging and meal reservations. Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions. There may be some single occupancy rooms. If you prefer those, please send your request to us.
Medical Needs: Please let us know if you have any medical conditions, such as being allergic to bee stings, you want us to know about. We’ll work with you to determine how to be prepared.
