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MOST RECENTLY HELD SHOWS AND LECTURES WITH HOST'S REVIEWS OF THE SHOWS.
State Park Nature Center Lecture Series - AUSUST 18th, 2012 - St. Marys, GA
11AM OOLOGY / ORNITHOLOGY LECTURE - Working as an Oologist / Ornithologist. This lecture is geared for ages 11 and up. I will discuss my last bird research project in California, Florida and Georgia as well as some of the duties involved in avian research. A great class for anyone thinking of entering a career in birds. Short bird demonstration after the lecture. Sponsored by Crooked River State Park www.gastateparks.org/CrookedRiver
1PM FLYING DINOSAURS - Dinosaurs are now thought to be still around today. Now of days we call them birds. Learn about the latest discoveries scientist are finding out about our feathered friends. Sponsored by Crooked River State Park www.gastateparks.org/CrookedRiver
2PM WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY - Learn some great tips and trick to get the perfect wildlife shots geared for the beginner / novice photographers. Learn how to use some of the manual settings on your digital cameras to obtain amazing wildlife shots. Rod will teach you about placement, composition and story telling with your photos. (One hour class followed by a two hour photography wildlife hike) Sponsored by Crooked River State Park www.gastateparks.org/CrookedRiver
Exotic Bird & Animal Show - AUGUST 11, 2012 - St. Marys, GA
LEARN ABOUT NATIVE & EXOTIC ANIMALS - Oologist / Ornithologist / Exotic Animal Trainer will be handling animals including an American Alligator, Flying Squirrels, Turtles, Terrapins, Snakes and several other native Georgia critters as well as performing some utterly amazing tricks with his exotic birds. Learn about all these animals. Sponsored by Crooked River State Park www.gastateparks.org/CrookedRiver
Woodstork Rookery Guided Tour - JULY 14th & 21st, 2012 - St. Marys, GA
OOLOGIST (BIRD EGG AND REPRODUCTION SCIENTIST) ROD VILLEMAIRE - Leads a three and a half hour birding adventure of a lifetime. Experience being surrounded by hundreds of birds including Woodstorks, Egrets, Herrings, Pelicans, Shorebirds, Ibis, Spoonbills, Anhingas, Avocets, Stilts and many more. There is a good chance to spot alligators, snakes, deer, pigs, turtles, tortoises, armadillos, lizards and lots of other native wildlife. Learn about the research underway within this remote and isolated area. I will discuss the bird behavior, courtship and reproduction of some of the species seen in the area.
This breeding area is closed to the public; however, through special arrangements a strict limit of 15 people (ages 12 and up) were invited to join me on this incredible learning and discovery opportunity. Sponsored by Crooked River State Park www.gastateparks.org/CrookedRiver and the United States Fish & Wildlife Service www.fws.gov
Birding by Kayak Trips - JULY 7th & 14th, 2012 - St. Marys, GA
CROOKED RIVER MARSHES & CUMBERLAND ISLAND - A four hour kayak trip to discover some of the native marsh wildlife while discussing bird behavior, courtship and reproduction. Learn great bird identification tricks. Held at Crooked River State Park www.gastateparks.org/CrookedRiver.
Rocky Mountain Bird Expo - MAY 15th & 16th, 2010 - Denver, CO
AMAZING BIRDS OF ROD V'S BIRD PLANET - Learn all about having / taking care of a pet bird and a few of the “secrets” covered in my book "A Bird’s Eye View!" There will be live bird demonstrations with some amazing bird tricks. Learn how to teach some of these routines to your own birds. You will find this very popular show entertaining as well as educational.
Verde Valley Birding Festival - APRIL 22-25, 2010 - Cottonwood, AZ
22ND 3PM OOLOGY / ORNITHOLOGY LECTURE - Working as an Oologist / Ornithologist. This lecture is geared for ages 11 and up. I will discuss my last bird research project in California and some of the duties involved in avian research. A great class for anyone thinking of entering a career in birds. Short bird demonstration after the lecture.
23RD 2PM FLYING DINOSAURS - Dinosaurs are now thought to be still around today. Now of days we call them birds. Learn about the latest discoveries scientist are finding out about our feathered friends.
24TH 10:30AM BINGO - This lecture is geared for 5-12 year old. Kids get to learn about birds as they play a fun "birdie bingo" game. Include a short live bird show.
24TH 12:30PM AMAZING BIRDS - See some amazing bird tricks and learn secrets on how to teach birds these routines.
25TH 11:30AM BIRD CARE 101 - Learn all about having and taking care of a pet bird. I will share a few of the "secrets" of bird care that I cover in my book "A Bird's Eye View!" Live bird demonstrations.
Comments: "Rod is very knowledgeable and brings good information in a multi-media format. He's interesting, funny, creative and we loved it! Want more! We would love to offer even more workshops from Rod." Barbie Hart, Coordinator - Verde Valley Birding and Nature Festival.
Lost Dutchman State Park - Saturday FEB 27, 2010 - Apache Junction, AZ
1PM - BIRDIE BINGO - This lecture is geared for 5-12 year old. Kids get to learn about birds as they play a fun "birdie bingo" game. Include a short live bird show.
3PM - LIVE BIRD DEMONSTRATIONS - Learn all about having and taking care of a pet bird. I will share a few of the "secrets" of bird care that I cover in my book "A Bird's Eye View!" Live bird demonstrations.
7PM Oology / Ornithology Lecture - This lecture is geared for ages 11 and up. I will discuss my last bird research project in California and some of the duties involved in avian research. A great class for anyone thinking of entering a career in birds.
Apache Junction Library - Saturday JAN 23, 2010 - Apache Junction, AZ
9:30AM BIRDIE BINGO - This lecture is geared for 5-12 year old. Kids get to learn about birds as they play a fun "birdie bingo" game. Include a short live bird show.
1PM ORNITHOLOGY LECTURE - Working as an Oologist / Ornithologist. This lecture is geared for ages 11 and up. I will discuss my last bird research project in California and some of the duties involved in avian research. A great class for anyone thinking of entering a career in birds. Short bird demonstration after the lecture.
3:30 AM BIRD AS A PET - Learn all about having and taking care of a pet bird. I will share a few of the "secrets" of bird care that I cover in my book "A Bird's Eye View!" Live bird demonstrations.
Lost Dutchman State Park - Saturday NOV 28, 2009 - Apache Junction, AZ
1PM - BIRDIE BINGO - This lecture is geared for 5-12 year old. Kids get to learn about birds as they play a fun "birdie bingo" game. Include a short live bird show.
7PM - Oology / Ornithology Lecture - This lecture is geared for ages 11 and up. I will discuss my last bird research project in California and some of the duties involved in avian research. A great class for anyone thinking of entering a career in birds.
Comments: "All you ever wanted to know about working as an ornithologist for both the serious birder and interested youngsters" "Takes the classroom to the beach!" "Very informative!" Diana Bishop, Park Ranger - Lost Dutchman State Park
Arizona Seed Crackers Society - Saturday NOV 21, 2009 at 7PM - Mesa, AZ
ORNITHOLOGY LECTURE / BIRD TRICK DEMONSTRATION - Working as an Oologist / Ornithologist. This lecture is geared for ages 11 and up. I will discuss my last bird research project in California and some of the duties involved in avian research. A great class for anyone thinking of entering a career in birds.
Comments: "Rod Villemaire gave a great presentation at our November meeting." "There were great pictures and great facts." "We enjoyed the demonstrations Rod's flock gave us." Pauline Zamecki, President - Arizona Seed Crackers Society
Riordan Mansion State Historic Park - Tuesday OCT 12, 20009 at 12:15PM - Flagstaff, AZ
ORNITHOLOGY LECTURE AND LIVE BIRD DEMONSTRATION - If you have always wanted to work with birds, come learn the tricks of the trade. Enjoy seeing some of the live bird demonstrations as well as learning tips on their care. Bring the family and hear the humor and adventure of my latest research project and some of the duties of an ornithologist.
Comments: "Rod's all ages lecture was enjoyed by all in attendance at Riordan Mansion. Rod's passion for his feathered friends is obvious, and the trust and interaction between Rod and Jellybean is a great example of human/avian bonding. Best of all, Rod encourages the younger generation to pursue their passions too; whether it be it birds, science, research or whatever interests them." Michael Davis, Park Ranger/Manager - Riordan Mansion State Historic Park
Flagstaff Public Library - Wednesday SEPT 23, 2009 - Flagstaff, AZ
3:30PM ORNITHOLOGY LECTURE - Working as an Oologist / Ornithologist. This lecture is geared for ages 11 and up. I will discuss my last bird research project in California and some of the duties involved in avian research. A great class for anyone thinking of entering a career in birds. Short bird demonstration after the lecture.
6:30PM A BIRD AS A PET - Learn all about having and taking care of a pet bird. I will share a few of the "secrets" of bird care that I cover in my book "A Bird's Eye View!" Live bird demonstrations.
Flagstaff Public Library - Tuesday SEPT 22, 2009 - Flagstaff, AZ
3PM - BIRDIE BINGO - This lecture is geared for 5-12 year old. Kids get to learn about birds as they play a fun "birdie bingo" game. Include a short live bird show.
McGrath State Beach - Thursday JUNE 4, 2009 - Oxnard, CA
LIVE BIRD WALK - Learn about all the scientific research going on here at the State Beach with my work with the US Fish & Wildlife. Followed by a brief live bird demonstration with my exotic birds. Geared for the high school students but the public is welcome to come along.
Comments: "What a wealth in information on the behaviors of birds in the wild." "I have seen bird shows before but nothing like this. Rod is utterly amazing and we invited him to our school to do a full performance for our entire student body." Wayne Capen, Field Trip Leader - Oxnard High School
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