Avian Nest Sweeps and Monitoring Methods
Each NRTG course includes free, lifetime admission. Enrol once – come back anytime.
Description
This two-day, fully online Avian Nest Sweeps and Monitoring Methods training provides participants with foundational knowledge to support effective, efficient, and ecologically responsible nest sweeps for breeding birds. After completing this course participants will understand the regulatory and environmental drivers behind nest sweeps and gain tools to plan and conduct these specialize surveys. Being able to perform nest sweeps thoroughly and efficiently is a valuable and applicable skill for environmental professionals.
Program Outcomes
Upon successful completion, participants will be able to:
- Develop an appropriate plan for conducting nest sweeps
- Identify common types of nests and birds
- Select the equipment needed
- Apply species and habitat specific survey techniques
- Develop efficient data sheets for monitoring nests and reporting survey results
- Communicate with clients and regulators to complete effective surveys
Prerequisites
There are no formal prerequisites for this course.
Who attends?
Course participants typically include field technicians, biologists, Indigenous partners and other current and aspiring environmental professionals.
How do I attend?
This course is available for individual registration via our website schedule, or by contract to community groups or organizations as a private delivery. To schedule a private delivery, please contact us well in advance of your preferred start date.
What should I bring or supply?
You will need:
- Computer
- Stable internet access
- Pen and paper
Instructor Profile
Jeannine Randall, MSc., RPBio.
Avian Ecologist
Jeannine has over 12 years experience studying birds in both academic and professional contexts. Her broad interest in ecology stems from a diverse background, working on multiple taxa in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Jamaica. In particular, she has a strong proficiency in the planning and implementation of avian-specific field techniques, including capture methods, nest surveys, and identifying species by sight and sound. She has also studied the breeding ecology of amphibians and conducted amphibian salvage. Jeannine is skilled at communicating with diverse groups of learners in both classroom and applied field settings. She is passionate about teaching and applying sound scientific practices as an environmental professional.
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Testimonials
“Jeannine did a fantastic job instructing this course. It was well-presented, well-organized and far more interesting than I could have imagined. I am confident in the skills she passed on and enjoy looking at birds that I have always taken for granted. The websites we used were great and the assignment was complimentary to the course and my learning.”
“For being online, this course was incredibly engaging and informative. The instructor is well-versed, and super approachable when it comes to questioning. I really appreciate the instructor being able to bring up examples for each discipline that attended the course and the connection it formed from student to instructor.”
“Jeanine was excellent! She is clearly very passionate and knowledgeable in Avian biology and behaviors. I really enjoyed the course.”
“The instructor was great, knowledgeable, practical and lots of real world experience to make the course relevant to real world situations. Thanks.”
“This course was well done. I took the course hoping to stay relevant on the requirements and practices occurring across the country and it did not disappoint. Not only did it confirm that our local practices are meeting the industry standards, but I also learned many new concepts and practices. I am glad to have taken this course and would highly recommend it to other environmental consultants.”
“Jeannine was a great instructor! Clearly knew her stuff and was able to answer student questions with ease. The course was well-paced and sufficiently detailed without being overwhelming. I’ve taken a few NRTG courses and this one has been the best so far.”
“Great course! The content was up-to-date in terms of regulations, and the instructor was well-experienced in both the course content and how to effectively teach an online class.”
“This course was perfect for everyone. Whether you are new to the industry or want to stay relevant in the field, I highly recommend taking this course.”