This course covers the biology of regional frogs, identification by sight and sound, and an outdoor component, weather permitting. Identifying Regional Frogs by Sight & Sound with Patrick Brannon BRN- Elective A relatively simple and effective citizen-science project is the seasonal monitoring of calling frogs. Different species call from early spring through late summer. Changes in the types, numbers, or calling times may be indicative of global climate change or other environmental effects. Participants will be presented with a lecture on the biology of regional frogs, including species identification by sight and sound. Afterwards, students will practice their identification skills by listening to recordings of calling frogs. Weather permitting, we may venture to the Arboretum pond to observe frog species. Patrick Brannon is an independent naturalist and educator. He holds a M.S. in Biology from Appalachian State University, and has performed research on the ecology of salamanders and small mammals. For the past 22 years he was Outreach Coordinator at the WCU Highlands Biological Station, where he taught courses on amphibians and mammals as part of the UNC Institute for the Environment Program at HBS, in addition to many K-12 school programs and educator workshops. - Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. - See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. - We are committed to fostering a diverse, supportive learning community. If the cost of a class is a barrier for you, please complete this scholarship form and we will see what kind of assistance we can provide. - Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! - Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! _**Ticket price: from $48.30**_