Autumn Wings, Woodpeckers, and Wildfire Outdoor Program

Join Project Ascent for a unique, fall outdoor educational program entitled, “Autumn Wings, Woodpeckers, and Wildfire” on Saturday, Oct. 5. The group will meet at 8 a.m. (MST) at the Venture Inn at 1015 W. Ninth St., U.S. Hwy. 2, in Libby, Mont.

This autumn outdoor educational class is timed for the general fall migration of many birds, and will focus on birds of prey, waterfowl and songbirds, with a side emphasis on woodpeckers and their specialized relationship with recent forest fires. We will visit sites of relatively recent fires near Libby, as well as river, lake and wetland locations.

Participants are asked to wear appropriate clothing for the day and bring along an orange safety vest or similarly colored outdoor wear. We will have a few for folks to borrow if needed.

Additionally, please bring binoculars, spotting scopes, bird book, water, lunch, proper footwear, cameras, full gas tanks and a good attitude.

There is no charge for this class, but please realize that slots are limited. Please plan on attending if you sign up. The instructor for the day is Brian Baxter, who has degrees in both forestry and wildlife and has been teaching outdoor educational programs for over 18 years.

To sign up, contact Brian by email at b_baxter53@yahoo.com or call 406-291-2154.

This class will run from 8 a.m. to approximately 3:30 p.m.