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Questions on interest in bird survey (self.Blind)
submitted by Redhair22
Part of my job scope as a Park Ranger is bird monitoring and I wonder if I can involve the visually handicapped with the monitoring? The monitoring involves both sight and call records and is usually from a spot, i.e. not following a transect/route. Thought it would be a good idea to bring them closer to nature, nature can be good for the body. What are your opinions?
jage9 3 points 6y ago
Donna Posont, a blind naturalist here in Michigan, has been $1 I've been fortunate to know her and work with her on some of the programs, though I'm admittedly terrible at remembering actual bird songs. Happy to answer any questions you may have.
Redhair22 [OP] 1 points 6y ago
What kind of locations did she bird? Was walking around nature area difficult? What should I look out for if I were to bring the visually handicapped around?
jage9 2 points 6y ago
Yes, some of the activities involve nature walks so people can feel various trees, plants, or other items, or just to walk around. We base our programs on independent travel so it's a part of the birding experience. That being said, people will have different levels of experience and the aspirations of a 12-year-old may differ wildly from those of an 80-year-old.
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