BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//RAINIER AUDUBON SOCIETY - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:RAINIER AUDUBON SOCIETY X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://rainieraudubon.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for RAINIER AUDUBON SOCIETY REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20210314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20211107T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230122T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230122T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T165014 CREATED:20221215T223724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221227T004646Z UID:10001168-1674372600-1674406800@rainieraudubon.org SUMMARY:Skagit Valley field trip DESCRIPTION:by Jay Galvin \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Rainier Audubon for a trip north to visit the Skagit Valley. Species we expect to see include BaldEagle\, Northern Harrier\, Northern Pintail\, Green-winged Teal\, Snow Geese\, American Wigeon andpossibly Kestrel and shore birds. \n\n\n\nThis trip would for suitable for those with differing abilities\, since a lot of the birding can be done from the car.Bring: Lunch\, beverages\, and warm clothes. A scope is very welcome. Mask wearing is optional. \n\n\n\nMeet: January 22\, 2023 at 7:30 AM at the Kent Station\, near Panera Bread. Park in the lot or nearbyparking garage.521 2nd Pl N Suite 101\, Kent\, WA 98032https://goo.gl/maps/ATtKwd8aNCzx946T8 \n\n\n\nParticipants will be limited to the first 9 who sign up. There will be three cars with a leader in each car. \n\n\n\nContact Call Jay Galvin at 253-939-3094 or email him at gjgalvin@comcast.net to be included. URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/skagit-valley-field-trip/ CATEGORIES:Fieldtrips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rainieraudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7E9A0101.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221204T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221204T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T165014 CREATED:20221102T155325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T062518Z UID:10001161-1670144400-1670155200@rainieraudubon.org SUMMARY:Clark Lake Park - Half Day bird walk with Barbara Petersen DESCRIPTION:Join Barbara Petersen’s bird walk for a late fall exploration of Clark Lake Park.The park offers a variety of habitat types and bird species. Follow trails to the lake and through forest\, wetland\, meadow and even an old orchard. We’ll walk one to two miles at a leisurely pace searching for waterfowl\, raptors and returning migrants. Bring binoculars\, spotting scopes\, cameras\, warm layers\, water and snacks. URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/clark-lake-park-half-day-bird-walk-with-barbara-petersen-2/ LOCATION:Clark Lake Park\, 12520 SE 240th Sreet\, Kent\, Washington\, 98031\, United States CATEGORIES:Fieldtrips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221105T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221105T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T165014 CREATED:20221014T033502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221014T034808Z UID:10001130-1667638800-1667653200@rainieraudubon.org SUMMARY:Fall Color and Fall Birds\, continued DESCRIPTION:by Steve Johnson \n\n\n\n\n\nLong-billed Dowicher \n\n\n\nThe last one was so much fun\, we’re doing it again! Let’s hit some of the places we missed on our October field trip. There are more  picturesque parks and beaches to check out in King and Pierce County and it’s a great time of year to look for returning fall birds. This is a good time of year to encounter scenic views and fall color. Expect to walk short distances from the cars. People who wish to leave early may do so. \n\n\n\nContact Steve Johnson at 253-941-9852 or cell 253-766-9989 to be included. \n\n\n\nBring: Lunch\, beverages\, and warm clothes. A scope is very welcome. Mask wearing is optional  \n\n\n\nMeet: 8:00AM at the Redondo Heights Park and Ride- 27454 Pacific Hwy S\, Federal Way\, WA 98003 \n\n\n\nhttps://goo.gl/maps/3wr2t2fuB15e6S997 URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/fall-color-and-fall-birds-continued/ CATEGORIES:Fieldtrips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rainieraudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/2017-10-28_0272-DLS.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221004T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221004T210000 DTSTAMP:20260423T165014 CREATED:20220921T154818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220921T154824Z UID:10001099-1664910000-1664917200@rainieraudubon.org SUMMARY:Advancing Your Birding Course (August 9th-October 4th) DESCRIPTION:Backyard Bird Poster\n\n\n\nEd Swan\, ornithologist\, author\, and bird guide is coming to Rainier Audubon this fall  and he can help you. \n\n\n\nBuild on your identification skills in the fieldImprove your bird sighting evaluation abilitiesIncrease your ability to record data and publish recordsUse a citizen science methodology\n\n\n\nEd Swan’s Bio \n\n\n\nThese skills help expand your connection to birds and nature and prepare you for leadership roles in field trips\, surveys\, and area counts. You will also get practice with the CIDR method by working with a small group to create a birding trip/outing. Once completed you will have the skills and confidence to lead/assist bird walks and bird surveys. \n\n\n\n“Advancing” your birding\, is not just for advanced birders. The course is about building on your current birding skills and is designed to help birders of all levels\, beginner to advanced. \n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nThe course consists of 4 webinar classes\, two field trips\, and a project presentation night. Classes will be from 7-9pm and fieldtrips in the morning (8am-noon): \n\n\n\n Class 1Class 2Class 3Fieldtrip #1Class 4Fieldtrip #2Class 5 Presentation NightDATEAugust 9thAugust 23rdSept. 6thSept. 10thSept. 20thSept. 24thOct. 4th\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOnline Webinar Classes \n\n\n\nAugust 9th   Introductions\, how to use the SLACK platform for course materials and communication\, introduction to Ed’s bird identification method CIDR (Context\, Identify\, Describe\, Record)\, discussion of Context of the Birder (discussion of inclusion)\, and introduction to learning communities group project \n\n\n\nAugust 23rdFurther introduction to CIDR method\, full discussion of Context of the Bird:  Habitat\, Range\, Season.  \n\n\n\nSeptember 6th“Identify” component of CIDR explored more in-depth and run through two step-by-step examples of using CIDR\, one of which will be a gull. \n\n\n\nSeptember 20thFocus on final two components of CIDR method “Describe” and “Record”\, discussion of final project \n\n\n\nFieldtrips\n\n\n\nThe fieldtrips center on building CIDR method concepts that are learned in the class. As well\, the learning communities have opportunity to meet in person and discuss their chosen project. The trips will take place in the morning.September 10thField trip 1 focuses on the Context and Identify concepts and tools to practice during the field trip. Opportunity for learning communities to meet and plan their group project. \n\n\n\nSeptember 24thSecond chance to use CIDR in the field \n\n\n\nGroup Project Presentation\n\n\n\nOctober 4At the start of the course\, individuals will join with others to form a learning community. Each group will design a birding fieldtrip/outing/activity. The goal is to give individuals another opportunity to use the CIDR method and to create an activity that they might be interested in leading or sharing with Rainier Audubon so that the chapter can offer the activity. \n\n\n\nClass costs\n\n\n\nFree (if you volunteer 10 hours leading or helping out with an RAS activity in the 2022-2023 season)$135 for members$150 for non-members\n\n\n\nRegistration is closed\n\n\n\nYou may add your name to our waiting list in case someone cancels\, or if you are interested in taking the class at another time.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdd your name to the waitting list.\n\n\n\n← Back Thank you for your response. ✨\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nEmail(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nEmail(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMessage\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n SubmitSubmitting form\n \n \n \nΔ\n \n\n\n\n\n\nChose Payment*\n\n\n\n\n\n1) Free – Volunteer 10 hours\n\n\n\n After registering\, contact Cindy Flanagan (Cindy.Flanagan@rainieraudubon.org) \n\n\n\n2) Purchase as member (using Paypal or credit card)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n3) Purchase as non-member (using Paypal or credit card)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n*Become a member of Rainier Audubon today and save $15! Sign up for a Rainier Audubon membership now and receive discounts on classes throughout the year. URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/advancing-your-birding-course-august-9th-october-4th-2/ CATEGORIES:Fieldtrips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rainieraudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Bird-Poster.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221001T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221001T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T165014 CREATED:20220816T022535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220816T022540Z UID:10001062-1664611200-1664629200@rainieraudubon.org SUMMARY:Fall Color and Fall Birds DESCRIPTION:by Steve Johnson \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSign up early for this popular annual trip with Steve. Visit picturesque parks and beaches in King County and Pierce County during a great time of year to look for returning fall birds. We will travel to local parks and beaches along Puget Sound\, searching for many species of sea birds and forest birds. This is a good time of year to encounter scenic views and fall color. Expect to walk short distances from the cars. People who wish to leave early may do so. \n\n\n\nBring: Lunch\, beverages\, and warm clothes. A scope is very welcome. Mask wearing is optional  \n\n\n\nMeet: 8:00AM at the Redondo Heights Park and Ride- 27454 Pacific Hwy S\, Federal Way\, WA 98003 \n\n\n\nhttps://goo.gl/maps/3wr2t2fuB15e6S997 \n\n\n\nContact Steve Johnson at 253-941-9852  or cell 253-766-9989 to be included  URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/fall-color-and-fall-birds/ CATEGORIES:Fieldtrips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rainieraudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/2016-10-28_0023-DLS.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220827T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220827T110000 DTSTAMP:20260423T165014 CREATED:20220818T015104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220818T015640Z UID:10001064-1661587200-1661598000@rainieraudubon.org SUMMARY:Morning Birdwatching Walk with Leica Store Bellevue at Magnuson Park DESCRIPTION:Join Leica Birding Specialist\, Whitney Lanfranco\, Wildlife Researcher\, Mike Lanzone\, and Leica Store Bellevue for an early morning Birdwatching Walk in Warren G. Magnuson Park on Saturday\, August 27th\, 2022\, from 8:00 – 11:00 am. The walk will meet at 7:30 for check-in at the northern corner of Parking Lot E4 (47.681100\, -122.248143)\, which is the parking lot near the bathrooms and Swim Area at the Northeast end of Lakeshore Drive NE. \n\n\n\nLook for the Leica Store Bellevue shade shelter where we will have coffee\, pastries for all walkers. A limited number of loaner Leica Sport Optics equipment will be available for use during the bird walk on a first come\, first-served basis. A photo ID and credit card will be necessary for any loaner equipment. We look forward to seeing you there! \n\n\n\nAbout Wildlife Researcher\, Michael Lanzone \n\n\n\nMichael Lanzone is the CEO of Cellular Tracking Technologies\, a company that develops high-end animal tracking devices for studies conducted across the globe. Over his career he has worked for various state and federal agencies and not-for-profit organizations across the country. He was director of the Bioacoustics and Biomonitoring Laboratory at Carnegie Museum of Natural History’s Powdermill Avian Research Center\, co-founder of the Eastern Golden Eagle Working group\, and was Assistant Coordinator for the 2nd Pennsylvania Breeding Bird Atlas. He has worked on many other research and banding projects across the world and has specialized in technological advancements and applied conservation in ornithology including bioacoustics and Golden Eagle ecology and conservation. \n\n\n\nRegister It’s Free! URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/morning-birdwatching-walk-with-leica-store-bellevue-at-magnuson-park/ CATEGORIES:Fieldtrips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220205T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220205T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T165014 CREATED:20211122T184349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211127T182502Z UID:10001023-1644051600-1644066000@rainieraudubon.org SUMMARY:Ridgefield Field Class DESCRIPTION:American Bittern – Ridgefield NWR\n\n\n\nPack your winter hat and a warm drink!\n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield Field Class will be Sat\, February 5th\, 9AM-1PM. We will meet near the refuge at 9AM. Experiencing birds in different habitats is an important tool to being a better birder\, and Ridgefield offers a variety of habitats. \n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge (NWR)consists of approximately 5300 acres – a lush mixture of wetlands\, grasslands\, riparian corridors\, and forests. This variety of habitats\, combined with a mild and rainy winter climate\, make for an ideal environment for bird species including song birds\, raptors\, wintering waterfowl\, and others. Please dress warm\, as during the day we will get out of our cars and walk on easy trails. \n\n\n\nThe cost will be $55 per person per class\, with a total of 8 participants. We’ll have the option to separate into two small groups. For questions and to sign up\, contact Kevin via email at omalley23@gmail.com. URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/ridgefield-field-class/ CATEGORIES:Fieldtrips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rainieraudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/2018-10-24_0085-DLS.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR