Overview
Urban and farmland habitats nurture rich bird diversity. This course is designed for participants who are interested in North District culture and ecological conservation and who wish to improve their observation skills and relax. Participants will learn about the bird species in urban and farmland habitats, and explore the relationship between the historic buildings of The HKFYG Leadership Institute and bird habitats.
Through interactive games, participants learn to identify at least 20 species of birds, deepen their understanding of conservation work in the North District, and explore human–nature interaction and community ecological culture. The activity also introduces artificial intelligence (AI) tools as an introductory experience in species identification; participants will not only master basic species identification skills, but also deepen their understanding of community conservation through observation practice, building respect and care for the natural environment while relieving stress.
Through interactive games, participants learn to identify at least 20 species of birds, deepen their understanding of conservation work in the North District, and explore human–nature interaction and community ecological culture. The activity also introduces artificial intelligence (AI) tools as an introductory experience in species identification; participants will not only master basic species identification skills, but also deepen their understanding of community conservation through observation practice, building respect and care for the natural environment while relieving stress.
Course Content
Urban Ecology and Habitat Exploration
-Exploring urban ecology and the habitats of historic buildings
-Bird identification skills and application of AI technology
-Understanding farmland habitats and conservation work in the North District
-Field visit linking ecology and community culture
Nature Experience and Group Reflection
-Nature experience and mind–body relaxation practice
-Observation records, analysis and reflection, and group sharing
-Exploring urban ecology and the habitats of historic buildings
-Bird identification skills and application of AI technology
-Understanding farmland habitats and conservation work in the North District
-Field visit linking ecology and community culture
Nature Experience and Group Reflection
-Nature experience and mind–body relaxation practice
-Observation records, analysis and reflection, and group sharing
Format
In-person classes and outdoor field visit
Duration
4 hours
Location
302 Jockey Club Road, Fanling, New Territories (The HKFYG Leadership Institute); Long Valley Wetland
Instructors
Ms Wong Lok Ting
Professional ecology guide and environmental education practitioner. She formerly served as manager of an ecological study centre, planning and leading nature and ecology courses for schools, and also serves as an instructor for several Hong Kong environmental education organisations and leads overseas ecological and cultural exchange tours.
Mr Cheung Kai Chun
Professional ecology guide, natural habitat management and environmental education practitioner. He graduated from the University of Hong Kong with a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in Environmental Management. He has carried out natural habitat conservation work at Shui Hau Wetland on Lantau Island, in Hong Kong's country parks and nature care areas, and at the Mai Po Nature Reserve.