Notice all the fun birders are having, but aren't sure birding is for you? Want to get outside, but need something interesting to do while you're there? Fascinated by all the birds around your home and want to learn a bit more about them? Here is the class for you. Mesilla Valley Audubon Society (MVAS) will present a class on Birding Basics this September on the first three Tuesday evenings of the month, September 2, 9, and 16, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Las Cruces Village, 3011 Buena Vida Circle, Las Cruces, in the Social Center’s Creative Arts Room. The class is intended for those with little or no experience birding.Two optional field trips will be arranged during the class for participants. RSVP to mesillavalleyaudubon@gmail.com.

Topics covered include:
How to find, watch, and listen to birds
How to identify and learn about birds
How to record and share your observations
How to conserve birds and their environments
How to meet and learn from other birders