APRIL 21 PROGRAM
UPCOMING PROGRAM: APRIL 21, 2025
MOTUS TOWERS: WILDLIFE TRACKING SYSTEM: WHAT IT IS AND HOW IT'S USED Presented by Kylie Lamoree, Avian Ecologist, Bird Conservancy of the Rockies Social: 6:30 - 7:00 pm Poetry & Program: 7:00 - 8:00 pm Poet: TBA PROGRAM: Kylie Lamoree will cover a detailed description of what Motus is and how it works, and then describe Bird Conservancy of the Rockies' work to study grassland bird movement as a way of explaining how Motus is used for research.
The Motus Wildlife Tracking System is a worldwide automated radio telemetry network that is used to study the movement of animals across large and small landscapes. Typically Motus is used to answer questions related to bird migration, but it can also be used to study movement of many other taxa of animals, including bats and large-bodied insects. Bird Conservancy of the Rockies is using Motus to fill in gaps in our understanding of grassland bird migration, and are working with partners to apply that knowledge to conservation efforts to help stem the decline of these species populations. Graphic: courtesy of Motus.org GVAS Meetings are the 3rd Monday of the month.
Location: The First Presbyterian Church, 3940 27 1/2 Rd, Grand Junction, CO 81506. Each meeting begins with a poetry reading by one of our fabulous Colorado poets. Wendy Videlock, our Western Slope Poet Laureate, is coordinating poets for our upcoming programs. Sit back and enjoy! SAVE THE DATE: MAY 19 – GVAS PROGRAM
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MARCH BRINGS IN THE CRANES!
Eckert Crane Days 2025 (March 13-29)
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