The Field Trip and Education Committees will be presenting a Field Trip Leader Workshop on Tuesday, June 18, 7-8:30 pm. Bill Randolph will host this online workshop on Zoom. 

Who should attend: Anyone interested in leading a HBC bird walk (even if you have led a trip in the past). This is a mandatory training for anyone who leads trips for the HBC. Please register, even if you cannot attend the workshop at the time it is presented. Everyone who has registered will receive a link to a recording of the workshop to review when they are able. 

Purpose: We will share and learn different strategies that can be implemented when you volunteer as a field trip leader for HBC. The training will supply some helpful strategies and build consistency in our messaging throughout all HBC field trips for all current leaders, and will serve as an introduction to anyone considering leading or co-leading a trip for the first time. 

Content: We will break down the different parts of leading a group, including:
 - Pre-planning process: What you need before you meet your group.
 - Group meeting and introductions: Sharing pertinent information about HBC's core mission, setting expectations for the group and incorporating your style as a leader, safety/logistics.
 - During the trip: Strategies and content that can be shared during the trip.
 - Closure: Wrapping up with your group.