Learn about Seven Islands State Birding Park on Aug. 23
Seven Islands State Birding Park is the only park in Tennessee that primarily focuses on managing habitat for birds. In addition to creating a premier birding destination, the park provides educational programming, and participates in several bird monitoring and research projects. Join a meeting via Zoom at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 23, to learn more about the park, some of the behind-the-scenes projects, and how you can get involved.
This program is presented by the University of Tennessee Arboretum Society and the Tennessee Citizens for Wilderness Planning.
Clare Dattilo is the seasonal interpreter at Seven Islands State Birding Park, where she leads educational programs, participates in bird research, and organizes community science volunteers. She has over 20 years of experience in natural history interpretation and environmental education and is passionate about sharing her love of the natural world with visitors at the park, according to an Arboretum Society news release.
The program is free, but registration is required to receive your link. Register at www.utarboretumsociety.org. This program will be recorded, and closed captioning is available. Contact UT Arboretum Education Coordinator Michelle Campanis at mcampani@utk.edu with any questions or registration issues.
Due to continued concerns regarding Covid-19, the UT Arboretum Society’s educational programs are currently not on-site activities.
To learn more about the Arboretum Society or for questions on this program, go to www.utarboretumsociety.org.
This article originally appeared on Oakridger: Learn about Seven Islands State Birding Park on Aug. 23
