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| Bringing the joy AND BENEFITS of birding to our youth - to promote their healthy development and bird conservation. |
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As birders, we often know no boundaries when it comes to seeking a good look at a nice bird however
our zeal is rarely shared by prospective future birders that we bring into the field with us. Chances are
they will not be such happy campers after trudging 2 miles through a sweaty swamp while dodging
flying bloodsuckers only to have their "annoying friend" point out some distant bird - even if it is an
Ivory-billed Woodpecker!
We need to be careful when trying to bring someone new into birding. If we push too hard, our efforts
will prove to have been counterproductive. The kids will develop a strong resentment against both you
and birds. The result - birds are boring. Or even worse birding sucks!
There can be a fine line between inspiration and frustration. Try not to cross it. If you do, there may be
no chance of getting them interested in birds later in life. If you plant just a little seed, however, it may
grow into a full birding obsession later in life!
our zeal is rarely shared by prospective future birders that we bring into the field with us. Chances are
they will not be such happy campers after trudging 2 miles through a sweaty swamp while dodging
flying bloodsuckers only to have their "annoying friend" point out some distant bird - even if it is an
Ivory-billed Woodpecker!
We need to be careful when trying to bring someone new into birding. If we push too hard, our efforts
will prove to have been counterproductive. The kids will develop a strong resentment against both you
and birds. The result - birds are boring. Or even worse birding sucks!
There can be a fine line between inspiration and frustration. Try not to cross it. If you do, there may be
no chance of getting them interested in birds later in life. If you plant just a little seed, however, it may
grow into a full birding obsession later in life!
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| If you successfully pique their curiosity, you will be inundated with bird questions. THIS IS GREAT!! Entertain their inquiries with patience and excitement. Your enjoyment of birds will prove contagious = ) |
Words of Advice for Birders: Share your passion. Don't push it!
