Mist-netting

This bird was weighed, then had his wing and tarsus measured.  Next, a numbered band was carefully place on his leg.  Then someone got a chance to hold him and release.  The number on the band and measurements are put on a national data base, so that if this bird is caught again, they can see where it came from and compare information.

 

Bird-banding

This young birder is holding a Clay-colored Sparrow.

These folks are getting their first close-up look at a migrant bird.

The ornithologist is showing the kids a bird.

This bird kid is holding a Ruby-crowned Kinglet.  It is just a bit larger than a hummingbird.

The kids loved get a close look at a bird!

Lincoln Sparrow

Song Sparrow

 Orange-crowned Warbler
You can see the tiny bands that he puts on each bird's leg.  Each band has a number on it.