2013 Smith Nature Symposium
Pieces of the Sky: Spring Migration as Science and Magic
Keynote Speaker: Kenn Kaufman
Every spring season, extraordinary numbers of birds move northward across the face of North America. Their pathway spans the entire width of the continent, and even extends far offshore. Some of these birds travel many thousands of miles, and their numbers run into the billions. These little travelers perform remarkable feats of strength, endurance, and pinpoint accuracy in navigating across land and sea. And yet, most of the time, this vast parade goes completely unnoticed by most human beings. After traveling the world to observe migratory birds, internationally renowned birder, conservationist and author Kenn Kaufman has spent the last eight spring seasons on the shores of Lake Erie, and he is now writing a book about the phenomenon of spring migration. In this program, heavily illustrated with pictures and maps, he will share some perspectives on these tiny migrants and their huge journeys.
2013 Friends of Ryerson Woods Award Recipient: Douglas F. Stotz
2013 Friends of Ryerson Woods Award Recipient: Douglas F. Stotz
