Wild Things 2009: Conference Sessions
Saturday, February 7, 2009
University of Illinois at Chicago
Session: L3
Roger Tory Peterson: No Person Left Inside—How one man and his book changed the way we look at the natural world
General: Birds/Bird Conservation Volunteers/Community Building/OutreachJoe Lill
Chicago Audubon Society
Since this is the 100th anniversary of the birth of Roger Tory Peterson, it seems timely to examine his effect on society. His 1934 book, A Field Guide to the Birds, was certainly a landmark in field identification. However, it proved to be even more important from a societal aspect, as it greatly accelerated the inclusion of non-scientists into the fabric of the natural community. A 15-minute DVD produced by the Roger Tory Peterson Institute will review Peterson's life, with the remainder of the program devoted to discussing his continuing influence on nature education and advocacy.
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