Workshop Details
Dates: November 2nd Virtual Lecture, November 5th and 6th
Location: UCI Marsh
Fee: Tiered Pricing from $350 -$495 (Includes Lecture, Field Training, Lunch, refreshments, and light snacks)
Workshop Overview
Project Cambriate’s Beginner Bird Banding Workshop is a two-day, professional training designed to introduce participants to the fundamentals of bird banding, mist-netting, extraction, and safe bird handling.
The workshop will combine early-morning field sessions with classroom instruction to give participants both the foundational knowledge and supervised experience needed to begin developing bird banding skills.
During the workshop, participants will learn about:
Mist-net setup, operation, and safety
Safe bird extraction techniques
Proper handling and banding techniques
Basic measurements and data collection
Introduction to determining sex, age, and molt
Bird and participant safety throughout the banding process
Field sessions will be conducted in small groups with experienced handlers. Participants will rotate between instructors to gain exposure to different techniques and learning experiences.
Itinerary is subject to change as workshop details are finalized. All attendees will receive updated logistics before the start of the workshop.
Payment and Registration Options
*Space is limited to maintain a high-quality learning environment. Please select the registration tier that best reflects your current role.
We offer tiered registration based on your current role and how you will apply the training. All participants receive the same instruction and experience.
Early Career - $350
For students, recent graduates, and early-career field technicians, building foundational skills in species detection, habitat interpretation, and field awareness. Please select this option if you are in the early stages of your career and not currently billing professional consulting services.
Government / NGO - $425
For agency staff and nonprofit professionals using this training as part of their ongoing work in conservation, resource management, and regulatory environments.
Professional / Consultant - $495
For environmental consultants and private-sector biologists applying this training directly to project work, species assessments, and regulatory compliance.
Late Registration - $560
Regular registration and payment must be completed by October 29th.
Registrations and/or payments submitted after the October 29th deadline will be subject to the late registration rate, pending workshop availability. Late registration will remain open until one week before the workshop, with all late registrations and payments due by November 3rd.
All registrations include full participation in both lecture and field training.
Important Information
Tentative Schedule
Day 0 - Virtual Introduction at 6 PM on 11/2 - Details to be sent to attendees.
Day 1 — Field Training + Classroom Instruction
Early Morning — Participant arrival & field orientation
6:00 AM — Mist-net setup & banding activities begin
6:45 AM–11:00 PM — Field training, net checks, extraction demonstrations & banding station rotations
12:00 PM — Lunch
12:30–3:00 PM — Classroom instruction
Topics will include mist-net setup, extraction techniques, bird handling, banding, measurements, and an introduction to sexing, aging, and molt.
3:30 PM - Optional Workshop Networking Event
Day 2 — Hands-On Field Experience
6:00 AM — Field session begins
6:00 AM–12:00 PM — Supervised mist-netting, extraction, handling & banding practice
Participants will rotate through small groups with experienced banders to gain additional experience.
Schedule is tentative and subject to change. A required pre-workshop safety lecture may be held prior to the workshop. Final timing, location, and field instructions will be provided to registered participants before the event.
What to Bring
Field-appropriate clothing (layers recommended)
Sturdy footwear
Water and personal food/snacks
Notebook or field journal
Please Note
Workshop involves walking in uneven terrain within active habitat
Weather conditions may vary; prepare accordingly
FAQ
Who is this workshop for?
This workshop is designed for biologists, environmental consultants, agency staff, students, and anyone looking to gain field and practical experience with bird banding.
Do I need prior experience?
No prior experience is required, but a basic understanding of fieldwork and biological concepts is helpful.
Is there a registration deadline?
Registration and regular payment deadline is October 29th. The late registration deadline is November 3rd. We recommend signing up early, as space is limited. If the workshop is filled but you would like to be put on a waitlist, please contact info@cambriate.com.
Do you offer payment plans?
We offer payment plans with 50% deposit due up front and the remaining balance due 5 days before the date of the workshop.
Is there a waitlist for workshops that fill up?
Yes, if a date is filled, please email info@cambriate.com to express your interest in being added to the waitlist. If spots open up, the first person on the waitlist will have 48 hours to accept the registration, up to four days before the event; after that, participants will have 24 hours.
Is there a refund policy?
Yes, please see the details below regarding our Refund policy:
30+ days before workshop: Full refund minus a $50 administrative fee.
14–29 days: 50% refund or 100% credit toward a future workshop.
Less than 14 days: No refund; 100% credit toward a future workshop.
Less than 72 hours or no-show: No refund.
Registration substitutions: Participants may send another qualified attendee in their place at no additional cost if Cambriate is notified before the workshop begins.
If Cambriate cancels the workshop: Full refund or the option to transfer to another workshop will be offered.
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Contact Info: Please contact info@cambriate.com for questions.
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