John Young’s Night Parrot talk in Melbourne- advertisement

If the alleged comment about bush burning to help see the bird was given at one of these city lectures, I would take that as strongly suggestive evidence that it was an off the cuff remark or a joke or playing devil’s advocate and nowhere near deserving of the level of angst it has caused. Mainly because in that situation it bears no actual or possible consequences, it is just a question. In contrast if that comment was made by someone who was present on site where the Night Parrots are, as a direct proposal to help see the bird, then it probably is deserving of the attention it has received. Philip —–Original Message—– From: Birding-Aus [mailto:birding-aus-bounces@birding-aus.org] On Behalf Of Tony Russell Sent: Monday, 23 February 2015 1:04 PM To: ‘Christopher Watson’; birding-aus@birding-aus.org Subject: Re: [Birding-Aus] John Young’s Night Parrot talk in Melbourne- advertisement When John gave his talk in Adelaide the room was over full with more than 200 people , some hanging outside the doors. His often humorous presentation was very well received. I can thoroughly recommend your attendance. Tony. —–Original Message—– From: Birding-Aus [mailto:birding-aus-bounces@birding-aus.org] On Behalf Of Christopher Watson Sent: Monday, 23 February 2015 11:56 AM To: birding-aus@birding-aus.org Subject: [Birding-Aus] John Young’s Night Parrot talk in Melbourne – advertisement **advertisement** G’day all, It’s been good to see the discussion here following Tom Biggs’ announcement of the discovery that a Night Parrot had been killed by a feral cat. Whether you consider yourself a birder, lister, twitcher, naturalist or ornithologist, and whatever your position or opinions on conservation, invasive or endangered species management, or indeed John Young himself, you owe it to yourself to get the story from the man himself. He’ll be talking at the Deakin Edge auditorium at Federation Square in Melbourne on Sunday March the 1st. He will be presenting his photos and video of the bird, and will have time for questions from the audience after his presentation. If you have a question about the Night Parrot or its management, this is your chance to put it to John Young in person. There are still a few seats left but get in quick. Tickets are available at this website: http://www.chriswatson.com.au/shop/night-parrot-presentation-ticket – and your tickets will be available for collection from the door from 6pm. Doors open at 6:45pm for a 7pm start. See you there! Chris Watson