Join Phil Brown and Ignacio Oreamuno for a series of spring wanderings in tucked-away places close to the Harris Center. Based on Phil and Ignacio’s new book, MicroExploring the SuperSanctuary, each exploration will feature a unique conservation property and focus on a natural history theme shaped by the conditions that present themselves that day.

Whether listening to birdsong, enjoying the sights and scents of spring wildflowers, or simply admiring the beauty of spring’s emergence, you’ll be guided through natural and cultural history while learning practices to help you more deeply connect with the natural world. Through MicroExploring — the practice of focusing attention and intention on a smaller geographic area — and with the help of delicious Costa Rican coffee, you’ll gain a heightened awareness of nature right in front of you. You’ll come away with renewed appreciation for the land and learn how to take MicroExploring with you wherever you go.

This group meets from 9 a.m. to noon every other Friday on April 3 & 17 and May 1 & 15. Space is limited, and registration is required. Outings will take place at local field sites throughout the SuperSanctuary. Directions to the exact meeting location will be provided prior to the event. Cost for the Entire Series: $100 for Harris Center supporters / $120 for all others.

Note: This ESI course will initially be open to those who wish to register for the entire series. Opportunities to register for single sessions will be posted here in the near future. Drop-in registration will be $25 for Harris Center supporters and $30 for all others. Check back for updates!

For general information about Harris Center field trips, see our Outings Information page. For more information about this particular outing, including questions about accessibility, contact Phil.

Co-sponsored by the Harris Center for Conservation Education and Troubardour Coffee.

About Phil & Ignacio

Phil Brown (left) is the Harris Center’s Bird Conservation Director and co-author of MicroExploring the SuperSanctuary. In addition to connecting people to the natural world, Phil’s other interests include managing conservation projects related to American Kestrel, Broad-winged Hawk, the Pack Monadnock Raptor Observatory, and implementing sound stewardship across the region. He lives in Hancock with his family.

Ignacio Oreamuno (right) is an adventure travel guide who has been taking people on journeys in Costa Rica for many years. He loves to share his passion for life and nature on his trips. He is also a Hancock resident, a mixologist, co-author of MicroExploring the SuperSanctuary, and CEO of The Dreamcatchers and Troubardour Coffee, a bird-friendly Costa Rican coffee company.