Objectives
Birds are our passion, and we want to share that passion with as many people as possible. Whether you’re young or old, a beginner or an expert, an amateur or a professional, there’s something here for you to discover and enjoy.
Together, let’s discover how incredible birds are!
Types of Offerings
Presentations
15 years of migration monitoring at MBO
Little did anyone realize in 2004 how successful the program would become. MBO’s 50,000th bird was banded in October 2014 and we are now near our 100,000th bird! Along the way, we have trained hundreds of volunteers, learned new details about countless species, and generated even more questions to keep us busy into the future! This presentation will highlight key results from MBO’s fifteen-year report.
Moult migration, a little-known phenomenon in Eastern North America.
Adult passerines moult every year, but individuals of some species make a particular move to complete their moult. This phenomenon is well known in western North America, but little documented in eastern North America. We have been studying this phenomenon for several years. This talk explains the phenomenon of moult migration and presents the results of research carried out since 2013.
A Drift of Buntings
Who has not pulled their car over to watch loose flocks of buntings glide across open fields ? In North America, the Snow Bunting breeds in the Arctic, but winters in the balmy climate of southern Canada. In this presentation, we’ll look at nesting behaviour, physiology, plumage, habitat and range of the Snow Bunting, and introduce the research of the Canadian Snow Bunting Network.
The Norther Saw-Whet Owl
Discover the fascinating world of Northern Saw-whet Owls in this in-depth presentation exploring their habitat, diet, and breeding behaviors. Learn about the history of Saw-whet Owl migration research, from early discoveries to what we know today. Join us to gain a deeper understanding of these elusive nocturnal migrants and the important role of migration monitoring in their conservation.
Birds – Incredible dinosaurs
Can be adapted for all cycles
This presentation provides an exciting introduction to the world of birds, their fascinating adaptations, and the role of bird banding in migration research.
For those looking for an extended experience, an optional 30-minute bird observation session can be added, allowing students to apply their newfound knowledge in the field.
Presentation Options:
- 1-hour session: Covers bird anatomy, evolution, migration, and banding.
- 1.5-hour session: Includes all of the above, plus an outdoor bird observation activity.
Intro to Identification – Workshops
Grades 5 and 6
Join us for an interactive presentation that introduces the key features used to identify birds in the field! After a short introduction, students will participate in hands-on workshops designed to develop their bird identification skills through different methods.
Workshops Offered:
- Identifying Birds with Merlin Bird ID
- Recognizing Bird Songs with Mnemonics
- Using a Field Guide for Identification
- Identifying Birds with a Dichotomous Key
- Learning Bird Identification Through Drawing
These workshops provide a fun and engaging way for students to improve their bird identification abilities while deepening their appreciation for birds and their unique characteristics.
How You Can Help
As a small non-profit organization, your support is vital to our mission of bird conservation. Donations, no matter the size, directly fund our research and conservation efforts. You can also spread the word about our work by following and sharing our updates on social media.
Every little bit helps us protect bird populations and their habitats—thank you for making a difference!