Beginning Birding: The Woodpecker Family
w. Seth Chapman

Join Seth Chapman, Apothecary Coordinator and experienced birder, on a birdwatching hike through Kleinstuck Preserve. This month's focus is on that of the woodpecker family. Before taking to the trails, we will discuss what makes these birds so unique, what types of woodpeckers you may expect to find on your hikes, and how to easily identify these tree-loving birds.

During our exploration of Kleinstuck, we will attune to our surroundings, looking and listening to the many species of birds which grace our presence. What can we learn by observing our feathered fiends? In contemplation, we will deepen our understanding of ourselves, and the environment around us.

Come to hike in community, build your life list, spend time in nature, practice your identification of birds, or expand your bird knowledge! All skill levels welcome.⁠

⁠Please bring a pair of binoculars and a travel mug for complementary chai.⁠

Hike length: 1.5 mi, easy difficulty

This hike takes place Saturday, July 15 from 8:00a-9:30a ET.⁠
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Investment: $15

Sliding Scale and Community Care Funds available for those who need support with tuition, contact us for support.

If you have any questions about registration, please contact us at contact@ayurvedicwellness.center  and we're happy to help.

Seth's Yoga + Āyurveda journey began over a decade ago after attending a yoga class in Kalamazoo. He is a life-long learner with a passion for nature, and an interest in learning new skills. He is now the Apothecary Coordinator here at the Āyurvedic Wellness Center.

Seth has a lifelong passion for birds, and loves sharing his enthusiasm of the bird world with those around him. His interest in birds led him to begin his life list at the age of 10. Seth also volunteers at a local nature center where he monitors nestboxes, as well as volunteers at a bird banding station.