Fund Raiser in Support of Local Bird Research
For the
Simcoe County Banding Group
Friday, February 8 thru Sunday, February 10
View the CTV News segment on Simcoe Count Banding
Snowy Owl Research
Simcoe County Banding Mission Statement
- Study the raptor migration through Simcoe County, and surrounding areas,highlight the importance of certain sites to migrating, and wintering raptors.
Educate others of the importance of bird banding
Study other selected species, other than raptors, that are part of Simcoe County's, and surrounding regions, diverse and unique bird life.
Train and educate others in bird banding techniques to add to our team, enabling us to widen our scope and sites to get a bigger and diverse database.
Why Donate?
Bird Banding Is Important Scientific Research
As per Melissa Mayntz
"Bird banding is essential to effective bird conservation. The banding of millions of birds annually worldwide contributes greatly to the study of birds' habits that can lead to a greater understanding of their needs. With that information, conservation efforts can be better focused to help keep birds safe, healthy, and thriving.- Bird banding is a non-invasive, long-term method of observing and studying birds without interfering with their natural behavior. This practice provides conservationists and ornithologists with vital information to protect critical bird habitats and pass other conservation measures so birding will always be available to enjoy."
The Cost of Scientific Research
The Simcoe County Banding Group is run completely by volunteers. The bird bands are provided through the United States Government Services (USGS) but all other equipment, supplies and expenses are paid for by the volunteers.
Lynda and I are members of the Simcoe County Banding Group and if you have do not see us in the store thru January to March often we are in Simcoe County studying raptor migration or in our backyard gathering data on the local songbirds.
The Donation
Max Skwarna, local renowned professional photographer, has donated a large number of his photos of local birds, wildlife and scenery to be given as a thank you to anyone making a donation. Most photos are matted with acid free matting, some are even framed and there are various sizes. Based on the size of your donation you will be given the option of choosing a photo as a "Thank you". Minimum donation to receive a "Thank you" photo is $5. All money raised will go directly to Simcoe County Banding Group.