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Raptor Workshop Linwood Springs Research Station A division of: Raptor Services, LLC. Introduction to Raptor Field Techniques This course can be taken for credit through the University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point. Summer Session #1 Closed Summer Session #2 Closed Both summer sessions are Full |
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The first of its kind, this three day workshop is designed to cover many
of the techniques used in raptor studies. Develop your field skills
in several areas including: capture and handling techniques, mist nets, broadcast
call surveys, tree climbing and rappelling, clutch counts, reading molt, video surveillance
and blood sampling.
Classroom discussions and
demonstrations are also a part of this workshop. |
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Participants will leave this exciting workshop with 30 hours of experience using many of the techniques practiced in raptor studies, as well as a chance to observe some of Wisconsin’s raptors in their natural environment. The cost of this three-day workshop is $350. A $150 deposit will reserve your spot, with the balance due 30 days prior to the class (the deposit is non-refundable after this date). The fee includes a coursework training manual, photo CD of activities and a certificate of completion. A complimentary pizza night is planned for the last night, but meals and lodging are the responsibility of those participating. Camping on the property is available for $10/night. A list of convenient hotels, campsites and restaurants will be provided upon registration. |
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Workshop leaders: Eugene Jacobs (left) is the director of the Linwood Springs Research Station. In addition to his studies on red-shouldered hawks, sharp-shinned hawks and saw-whet owls he provides consulting services as a raptor specialist. He has spent the past 36 years conducting studies on raptors in Wisconsin. Gene has authored/co-authored several articles in various peer reviewed journals. Loren Ayers (right) is a Research Scientist with the DNR’s Ecological Inventory & Monitoring Section where he works on a statewide small mammal inventory, wildlife and habitat monitoring plans for county forests, citizen science initiatives, and a variety of other projects. He has a M.S. from the University of Wyoming where he also worked as a Research Associate for five years. His projects included ferruginous hawk aerial surveys, a merlin distribution and habitat study, and wildlife use of sagebrush habitats. To register fill out the registration form and return it with a $150 deposit ($350 full payment) payable to: Raptor Services, LLC 1601 Brown Deer Lane, Stevens Point, WI 54481. For Credit: First, register for the workshop using the workshop registration form (above), then complete the UWSP registration form. UWSP fees are $195.78 for undergraduate credit and $328.34 for graduate credit (estimates are subject to change). |
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