Backyard Birding and Beyond with Greg Bodker

Hastings Public Library and Putnam District Library are excited to partner in providing this event to Barry County residents. Join us as Greg Bodker, Michigan Audubon and Winner of Michigan Nature Association 2019, teaches Backyard Birding and Beyond through photography. Patrons will learn more about birds as Greg demonstrates the joy of bird watching. Included topics will be as follows: • Discuss the excitement and enjoyment of birdwatching • Differences between birdwatching and birding • How to attract more birds to your backyard • Backyard birds, types of seed, feeders and their care • How birding beyond the backyard leads to many enriching experiences • Places to go birding in our area • The excitement of a bird chase • Stories from the field while birding Novice and aspiring birders will especially benefit from the program. This event is free, but registration is required to attend.