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SUMMARY:Sandhill Cranes & Winter Birds Field Class
DESCRIPTION:(two different classes 9:00 – 1:00 but you can sign up for both) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSOUTH SOUND NATURE SCHOOL\n\n\n\nRidgefield NWR Field Trip \n\n\n\nTrip Open for Registration!https://southsoundnatureschool.org/ridgefield-nwr \n\n\n\nPack your winter hat and a warm drink! \n\n\n\nThe Ridgefield Field Class will meet near the refuge on Saturday morning. Experiencing birds in different habitat is an important tool to being a better birder. At Ridgefield we will see a variety of habitats. The 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 other local species. Please dress warm during the day we will get out of our cars and walk on easy trails to experience birds in their habitat. \n\n\n\nThe cost will be $55 per person and will include 4 hour (Richfield) or 4 hour birding explorations on our Skagit Valley Raptors Filed Class. We will take a total of 8 participants. Refunds will be given as credit unless I can fill the spot\, most people just donate the funds. Teenage children (and those 10 years and up that are really into Birding) can attend with an adult.
URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/sandhill-cranes-winter-birds-field-class-2/
CATEGORIES:Class
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SUMMARY:Burien Bird Festival
DESCRIPTION:““This free festival is a great experience for all bird lovers from beginning to seasoned bird watchers.”
URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/burien-bird-festival/
LOCATION:Burien Community Center\, 14700 6th Ave.\, Burien\, Washington\, 98166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Festivals
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SUMMARY:Nature Journaling Zoom Meeting
DESCRIPTION:By Cindy Flanagan \n\n\n\nCold winter walks are anything but dormant. Take pause at any shrub or deciduous tree that has shed its leaves and indulge in its fabulous twiggery. Yes\, twigs. They hold wonderful clues that help you in identification. We in the Pacific Northwest are fortunate to have a diverse range of deciduous trees from towering giants like the Big Leaf Maple to small understory shrubs like the Vine Maple. Knowing just 7 key features of twigs can make your winter walk really fun and open up a whole world of curiosity for you. Here are a few twigs our Rainier Audubon Nature Journaling group explored during our online session in January. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNot only can you spend your chilly time oohing and ahhing about twigs. There is more excitement coming our way. Twig rituals in nest making are almost upon us. The Great Blue Herons (GBH) are getting ready to use their fine architecture and carpentry skills to build their condos of nests. Watching GBH nest building is easy to observe from a distance. How does the GBH choose its twigs? How big or small are they and does that depend on the stage of nest building? Do only the males bring sticks? What species of wood works best? These are some of the questions our Rainier Audubon Nature Journalers group has been exploring. In February\, we will continue to explore herons and their nesting behaviors\, especially nestmaking.  Come join in. All you need is a pencil and some paper. Let’s dive into these nests! \n\n\n\nOur Zoom link is the same link each month.https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81031877091?pwd=TEpwcDZ4TDVhaFIxMWlUbnVrbEhzdz09
URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/nature-journaling-zoom-meeting-8/
CATEGORIES:Nature Journaling
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SUMMARY:Collaborative Management of Heron Colonies
DESCRIPTION:by Chris Anderson \n\n\n\nChris will discuss how heron colonies are collaboratively managed between the state and local municipalities. He will touch on general heron life history. Additionally\, he will explain how everyone can help with their local heron nesting sites. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChris Anderson is the District Wildlife Biologist for the King County area with Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. Chris works with WDFW and his team to document area wildlife. They also provide for non-game and game species management efforts. This includes working with tribal co-managers. They handle wildlife conflict scenarios and work with local government and non-government entities in wildlife management and monitoring efforts. Washington has a diverse array of habitats and species – there is never a dull moment!
URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/collaborative-management-of-heron-colonies/
LOCATION:Federal Way United Methodist Church\, 29645 51st Ave SW\, Auburn\, 98001\, 98001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Program Night
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SUMMARY:Winter Birdwatching Walk at Lake Fenwick and The Old Fishing Hole
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Barbara Petersen \n\n\n\nPlease join us for a slow-paced walk around Lake Fenwick to watch wintering waterfowl and woodland birds. We’ll meet (rain or shine) in the middle parking lot on Lake Fenwick Rd at 9:00 AM. That’s the second parking lot you’ll find from either direction. Come outside with us for this opportunity to use birding skills\, and maybe add new skills\, as we identify species on the water and in the trees and shrubs by sight and by sound. The more eyes and ears the better as we collaborate to find out who lives here during late fall and winter. \n\n\n\nIf time allows\, we’ll move on to Kent’s Old Fishing Hole\, which is a short drive away. It is also an easy walk on the trail around the pond. A variety of waterfowls\, passerines\, and occasional wetland birds use this location. Let’s see what species we find foraging in the fishing hole and surrounding habitat in late fall. We’ll wrap up around noon. Several layers of clothing are suggested to adjust to the weather\, and snacks or hot beverages as needed. \n\n\n\nTo sign up email Barbara Petersen at bpbatfan@aol.com\, leave a voice message at 253 389 3204\, or just join us that morning. All are welcome.
URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/winter-birdwatching-walk-at-lake-fenwick-and-the-old-fishing-hole/
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