Day 1 (Saturday) begins with classroom discussion of general life history, anatomy, behavior, and the common species of the area, followed by field time on the grounds of Jackson Bottom observing adults, in-hand examination and looking for signs of recent emergence. Day 2 (Sunday) takes a more advanced approach to the subject of dragonflies and damselflies and is a separate registration process and fee. Sunday begins with classroom time exploring the resources available for odonate identification and the critical examination of odonates from photos and specimens. Adult odonates will be emphasized, but the identification of nymphs/exuviae to the family level will also be discussed. Field time observing adult odonates on the grounds of Jackson Bottom with an emphasis on in-hand examination follows the classroom portion. Some time will be spent looking for nymphs. Use of binoculars, magnifying lens and cameras is encouraged. Jim Johnson has studied the dragonflies and damselflies of the Pacific Northwest for 20 years and has taught numerous classes on the subject. Class size limited to 20 participants each day.
Saturday Class course #: 47200 $15 / person