BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//RAINIER AUDUBON SOCIETY - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
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:20230319T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230319T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T053547
CREATED:20230312T004849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230312T004905Z
UID:10001190-1679239800-1679245200@rainieraudubon.org
SUMMARY:Black River Riparian Forest Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:by /Suzanne Knrom \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you’d like to see the nesting herons at Black River before the cottonwoods leaf out\, this will be the time to do it. Once the trees are leafed out\, the nests will be very difficult to see. When we were there last month\, we saw 30-40 herons\, and counted 18 nests from last year. The birds are pairing up\, repairing last years’ nests\, and building new ones now. It’s possible that some have started incubating their first eggs. We’ll know if that’s the case if we see herons sitting in their nests\, as opposed to standing.  \n\n\n\nYou are welcome to join us. Details —  \n\n\n\n\nBlack River Riparian Forest field trip — \n\n\n\nDate/time: Sunday\, March 19\, 3:30 – 5:00 pm \n\n\n\nMeet: In the Oakesdale Center parking lot\, 600 Oakesdale Ave. SW\, Renton 98057. The best place for us all to gather at 3:30pm is near the Northwest Kidney Center. (Sorry\, no bathroom access on Sundays.) \n\n\n\n\nIf you have binoculars\, be sure to bring them. Also\, if you’d like to take photos\, you’ll need a lens for long distances (equivalent to about a football field away). We’d really appreciate getting copies of your photos!  \n\n\n\nTwo important notes: \n\n\n\n\nIf this is your first visit to this wildlife sanctuary\, we strongly recommend attending our field trip so you’ll know the best viewing areas and safest route. (Taking a different route will give you an entirely different experience and is definitely not recommended.) \n\n\n\nIn case anyone wants to visit on their own in the future\, please do not go alone. Black River Riparian Forest is 96 wooded acres and the vast majority of it is very isolated. I’ll add that if you find yourself in trouble\, call 911. However the challenge would be in identifying exactly where you are because there are no markers.   \n\n\n\n\nI hope you can join us! Please let me know if you can make it.  \n\n\n\nSuzanne 
URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/black-river-riparian-forest-field-trip/
LOCATION:Black River Riparian Forest\, 600 Oakesdale Ave. SW\, Renton\, Washington\, 98057\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fieldtrips
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rainieraudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/MG_4440_edited-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230318T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230318T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T053547
CREATED:20230311T233514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230311T233523Z
UID:10001189-1679130000-1679140800@rainieraudubon.org
SUMMARY:Soos Creek Park Habitat Enhancement
DESCRIPTION:Meet along the Soos Creek Trail; 1/4 mile south of the Gary Grant parking lot (13600 SE 208th Street\, Kent) \n\n\n\nPlease sign up in advance. Here’s the link .   https://pg-cloud.com/KingCountyParks/ \n\n\n\nWear work clothes and bring your work gloves. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Crescent Calimpong at ccalimpong@kingcounty.gov \n\n\n\nFYI: Proof of vaccination against COVID-19 is no longer required to participate in King County Parks Volunteer Events. In consultation with Public Health – Seattle & King County and other regional leaders\, Executive Dow Constantine ended the Emergency Proclamation and lifted the vaccine mandate for employees and volunteers. \n\n\n\n\nWe want to continue keeping our community safe. Feeling sick? Please stay home. Please do not attend if anyone in your household is suspected of having or has tested positive for COVID-19.\n\n\n\nMasks are optional and welcome.\n\n\n\n\nJoe Miles \n\n\n\nFriends of Soos Creek Park \n\n\n\nfriendsofsooscreekpark@q.com \n\n\n\nCheck us out on Facebook !!!
URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/soos-creek-park-habitat-enhancement-2/
LOCATION:Gary Grant Park\, 13600 SE 208th Street\, Kent
CATEGORIES:Work Party
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rainieraudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/2020-06-20_0091-DLS.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230304T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230305T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T053547
CREATED:20221210T164138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221227T005341Z
UID:10001166-1677920400-1678024800@rainieraudubon.org
SUMMARY:Hawks & Raptors Field Class
DESCRIPTION:Different class each day\, or you can sign up for both! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPack a hat\, gloves and warm drink!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMigrating Raptors are fascinating to observe. Please join Kevin O’Malley and Barbara Petersen for a winter raptor viewing adventure. The Skagit Field Class will be held on Saturday March 4th & Suday March 5th from 9-11 & 12-2. This is a time when many migrating raptors move through the Skagit Valley. It might be cold\, so dress in many layers. We will spend two separate blocks of time birding with a lunch break in between. Most of the time we will be close to our cars\, and will drive from one destination to another during each two-hour birding adventure. During the day you will have the opportunity to walk on easy trails and view raptors through a spotting scope. We will meet at a location TBA near Edison\, WA. We will be wearing masks and driving in separate cars. \n\n\n\nThe cost will be $55 per person and will include four hours of birding each day. We will take a total of 8 participants. We have the option to separate into two small groups. Teenage children (and those 10 years and up who are really into Birding) can attend with an adult. Refunds will be given as credit unless I can fill the spot. Most people just donate the funds if they must cancel.  Please contact Kevin O’Malley at omalley23@gmail.com for more information\, payment options and to sign up.
URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/hawks-raptors-field-class/
CATEGORIES:Class,Fieldtrips
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rainieraudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/MG_3570.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230224T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230224T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T053547
CREATED:20230217T021020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230311T192344Z
UID:10001182-1677250800-1677258000@rainieraudubon.org
SUMMARY:Black River Riparian Forest Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:by /Suzanne Knrom \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2/23/2023 Update: \n\n\n\nHi all\, \n\n\n\nThe weather looks good for Friday’s field trip so we are definitely on for that date. With a predicted high of 39 degrees\, it’ll be cold so layers and sturdy shoes are highly recommended to stay warm. Bring binoculars if you have them.  \n\n\n\nYou’re in for a real treat — especially if the herons are there. Our Pacific herons (aka Fannini) are a unique subspecies\, with most living in the Salish Sea and British Columbia’s Fraser Valley regions. Unlike most great blue heron subspecies\, Pacific herons don’t migrate. Habitat loss/development and bald eagle predation have profoundly affected their population over the past 30 years. \n\n\n\nWhere we’re meeting and other details are in my 2/16 email below. We’re looking forward to seeing you Friday!   \n\n\n\nSuzanne  \n\n\n\n2/16/2023 \n\n\n\nNesting has begun at Renton’s Black River Riparian Forest. I visited this past weekend and we saw about 30 herons. Some were even standing in nests and one was pointing his/her beak skyward to let the others know that they were looking for a mate.  \n\n\n\nJust before sunset\, the herons in the main nesting area rose up and moved to two trees along the edge of the pond for the night. It was an absolutely stellar day.  \n\n\n\nWe were there for an hour\, starting at 4:14 (sunset was at 5:30).  \n\n\n\nWe counted a total of 18 nests from last year’s season (2022): 15 nests are in the eastern section of the forest across the pond (the “Protected Forest”)\, and 3 nests are in western section of the forest. All were toward the middle of the dense mix of cottonwoods and alders so will be obscured by foliage once the trees leaf out late next month.  \n\n\n\nThe number of herons there now is the same as we saw last year. I find the consistency really interesting\, as it could indicate that these specific herons are committed to Black River for nesting. Twenty years ago\, with 135 active nests\, Black River had quickly grown to become the fifth largest great blue heron colony in the state. But adjacent development depleted the richness of the habitat\, and a pair of bald eagles relentlessly raided the nests for several years in a row (we named the pair Bonnie and Clyde). I can’t help but wonder if some of these birds are offspring of those herons from the halcyon days of the late 1990’s – early 2000’s. \n\n\n\nWe’d love for you to join us on our field trip. We’ll spend time watching the herons\, who are probably well into the early activities of the nesting season. This is an ideal time to visit\, as the cottonwoods will not leaf out until late March. Once that happens\, it will be much harder to see the herons and their nests.  \n\n\n\nWe’ll also be touring the north side — another rich wetland habitat but very different from the Protected Forest. You can join us for the full tour or just focus on the herons\, which will be our first part of the tour.   \n\n\n\nThe condition of the vegetated trail is good. You’ll want to wear sturdy shoes\, ideally weatherproof. If it’s been especially rainy\, there’ll probably be a few muddy spots.  \n\n\n\nDetails —  \n\n\n\nDate/time: Friday\, February 24\, 3:00 – 5:00 pm \n\n\n\nMeet: In the Oakesdale Center parking lot\, 600 Oakesdale Ave. SW\, Renton 98057. The best place for us all to gather at 3pm is near the Northwest Kidney Center.    \n\n\n\nThree of us from Herons Forever will be leading the field trip. I established the nonprofit in 1989. In the 1990s I was very fortunate to cross paths with Dr. Kate Stenberg (through King County at the time) and Patricia Thompson of WDFW (recently retired). Their expertise\, along with Rainier Audubon and Seattle Audubon\, helped save this very special place from more profound impacts of development.  \n\n\n\nImportant note: In case anyone wants to visit on their own in the future\, please do not go alone.  Black River Riparian Forest is 96 wooded acres and the vast majority of it is very isolated. I’ll add that if you find yourself in trouble\, call 911. However the challenge would be in identifying exactly where you are because there are no markers.   \n\n\n\nWe would love for you to join us on February 24th. You’re welcome to bring others who would enjoy this. Kindly rsvp.   \n\n\n\nSuzanne Krom\, PresidentHerons Forever
URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/black-river-riparian-forest/
LOCATION:Black River Riparian Forest\, 600 Oakesdale Ave. SW\, Renton\, Washington\, 98057\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fieldtrips
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rainieraudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/MG_4440_edited-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230221T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230221T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T053547
CREATED:20220921T174054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230221T052429Z
UID:10001122-1677006000-1677011400@rainieraudubon.org
SUMMARY:Better Birding Series: We will be exploring Audubon’s Bird Migration Explorer and BirdCast.
DESCRIPTION:About BirdCast \n\n\n\nCindy Flanagan is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. \n\n\n\nTopic: Better Birding: Tracking Migration using BirdCast and Audubon Bird Migration ExplorerTime: Feb 21\, 2023 07:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) \n\n\n\nJoin Zoom Meetinghttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/85784469800?pwd=c3Y4dHZSRktISUw4SHBsbXhwZjZodz09 \n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 857 8446 9800Passcode: 942912One tap mobile+12532050468\,\,85784469800#\,\,\,\,*942912# US+12532158782\,\,85784469800#\,\,\,\,*942912# US (Tacoma) \n\n\n\nDial by your location        +1 253 205 0468 US        +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)        +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)        +1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose)        +1 669 444 9171 US        +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)        +1 719 359 4580 US        +1 360 209 5623 US        +1 386 347 5053 US        +1 507 473 4847 US        +1 564 217 2000 US        +1 646 876 9923 US (New York)        +1 646 931 3860 US        +1 689 278 1000 US        +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)        +1 305 224 1968 US        +1 309 205 3325 US        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)Meeting ID: 857 8446 9800Passcode: 942912Find your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kcSPe8dC7L
URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/better-birding-series-hot-on-the-bird-tracks-using-birdcast-to-watch-your-local-migration/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rainieraudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/BirdCast.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230220T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230220T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T053547
CREATED:20220816T015916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T161152Z
UID:10001060-1676919600-1676923200@rainieraudubon.org
SUMMARY:Malheur National Wildlife Refuge in June
DESCRIPTION:by Dan Streiffert \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n				\nRose-breasted Grosbeak\n\n\n\nI have been going to Malheur NWR for about 15 years now and still think it has the best birding in the Pacific Northwest.  Most years I go in April for the Migratory Bird Festival in Burns\, Oregon. Last year I spent the month of June there hoping for opportunities to photograph newborn chicks – particularly the Sandhill Cranes and Burrowing Owls.   \n\n\n\nI spent the month as a volunteer with the Friends of Malheur\, working half-time at ther Visitor Center and spending my free time mostly photographing wildlife. Join us to see the results. \n\n\n\nThis will be a hybrid meeting.  Join us by Zoom or come to the church. \n\n\n\nFor more about Malheur Refuge\, watch this! \n\n\n\n\nMalheur National Wildlife Refuge: Past\, Present and Future\n\n\n\n\nVideo Note\n\n\n\nThis presentation is done in Power Point and includes several videos.  These do not play very well in Zoom.  So I have added them in a Post\, so that you can view them either before the Zoom meeting or after. \n\n\n\n\nVideos from Malheur In June 20\, 2023 Presentation\n\n\n\n\nDan Streiffert is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. \n\n\n\nTopic: Malheur in JuneTime: Feb 20\, 2023 06:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) \n\n\n\nJoin Zoom Meetinghttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/88166018083?pwd=TnFQZ2JuMllDaml0WmsyK1hqcysrQT09 \n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 881 6601 8083Passcode: 380391One tap mobile+12532158782\,\,88166018083#\,\,\,\,380391# US (Tacoma) +12532050468\,\,88166018083#\,\,\,\,380391# US \n\n\n\nDial by your location+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)+1 253 205 0468 US+1 669 444 9171 US+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)+1 719 359 4580 US+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)+1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose)+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)+1 305 224 1968 US+1 309 205 3325 US+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)+1 360 209 5623 US+1 386 347 5053 US+1 507 473 4847 US+1 564 217 2000 US+1 646 876 9923 US (New York)+1 646 931 3860 US+1 689 278 1000 USMeeting ID: 881 6601 8083Passcode: 380391Find your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kdqZnZFMaL \n\n\n\nAdd to: \n\n\n\nGoogle Calendar \n\n\n\n Outlook Calendar (.ics) \n\n\n\n Yahoo Calendar
URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/malheur-national-wildlife-refuge/
LOCATION:United Methodist Church\, 29645 51st Ave.South\, Auburn\, Washington\, 98001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Program Night
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rainieraudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/2022-04-18_DLS_0308.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Dan Streiffert":MAILTO:dan_streiffert@hotmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230218T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230218T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T053547
CREATED:20230120T050017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230120T050226Z
UID:10001177-1676714400-1676728800@rainieraudubon.org
SUMMARY:Burien Bird Fest
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walks: 10:30 AM\, 11:30 AM\, 12:30 PM\, and 1:30 PM. \n\n\n\nPresentations: Our 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM presentations will also be live streamed with registration on our website. \n\n\n\n\n11:00 AM: Feathers & Friends (Family Nature Hike) with Tiny Trees Preschool\n\n\n\n12:00 PM: Owls in Seattle with Ed Dominguez from Seward Park Audubon Center\n\n\n\n1:00 PM: Bird Watching & Home Habitats with Kelsey Hansen from WDFW’s Habitat at Home and Watchable Wildlife program\n\n\n\n\nThere will be crafts and hands-on activities outside the building all day as well as a door raffle with prizes donated by Wild Birds Unlimited in Burien.  \n\n\n\nPlease find our 2023 flyer attached to this email as both a PDF and JPG for you to share with your community! Spread the info far and wide! All are welcome! We do currently have advanced registration for our bird walks and presentations open on our website at: https://envsciencecenter.org/bird-fest/ . Half of the spots are open for advanced registration and the other half will be open to day of participants. 
URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/burien-bird-fest/
LOCATION:Burien Community Center\, 14700 6th Ave.\, Burien\, Washington\, 98166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Festivals
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rainieraudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/2023-Birdfest-Flyer-e1674190654938.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230217T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230220T235959
DTSTAMP:20260425T053547
CREATED:20230131T004523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T010552Z
UID:10001181-1676592000-1676937599@rainieraudubon.org
SUMMARY:The 26th Annual Great Backyard Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:TheCornellLab \n\n\n\nSpend time in your favorite places watching birds–then tell us about them! In as little as 15 minutes notice the birds around you. Identify them\, count them\, and submit them to help scientists better understand and protect birds around the world. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProject Goal\n\n\n\nEach February\, for four days\, the world comes together for the love of birds. Over these four days we invite people to spend time in their favorite places watching and counting as many birds as they can find and reporting them to us. These observations help scientists better understand global bird populations before one of their annual migrations. \n\n\n\nWhat’s Changed?\n\n\n\nIn 2020 we designed a new website to help make your 4-day count easy\, clear\, and inspiring! In an effort to spread the love of birdwatching even further\, we’ve moved away from using the Charley Harper image (pictured below). Instead\, we use pictures of birds and people from around the world participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count. No matter what corner of the world you live in or visit\, we want to share in your joy of birdwatching. \n\n\n\n\nHow to Participate
URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/great-backyard-bird-count/
CATEGORIES:eBird Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230217T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230220T235959
DTSTAMP:20260425T053547
CREATED:20221010T020513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221011T021022Z
UID:10001127-1676592000-1676937599@rainieraudubon.org
SUMMARY:Winter Wings Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Winter Wings brings together birders and photographers to learn and explore with top notch professionals and enthusiastic local guides. The Klamath Basin is renowned for its massive wintering population of Bald Eagles\, but is prime habitat for many other raptors including owls\, as well as a diversity of waterfowl.  \n\n\n\nWhat’s New for 2023?★ Festival runs Friday through Monday (instead of Thursday through Sunday)★  Free Friday afternoon presentations with updates on the Klamath Basin and stakeholder initiatives★ Lots of new programs and presenters including new keynoters\, pro photographers\, and raptor workshops★ Vendors (Friday afternoon through Saturday) include new optics and camera vendors plus many of your favorite local vendors★ Free children’s activities again on Saturday★ Our first ever Sunday night reception gives you the chance to mingle with new birding and photography friends!★ New photo contest prizes \n\n\n\nThe 2023 Festival will feature singer/songwriter and raptor specialist Jen Hajj and award-winning photographer Ray Hennessy.  \n\n\n\nJoin us for an extensive array of field trips\, workshops\, presentations\, and receptions that highlight the wonders of the Klamath Basin in winter. #winterwingsfestiva \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFor information call 877-541-BIRD (2473) or email to info@winterwingsfest.org \n\n\n\nRegistration opens around mid-December 2022; check website for details.
URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/winter-wings-festival/
LOCATION:Oregon Institute of Technology\, Klamath Falls\, Oregon.\, 3201 Campus Drive\, Klamath Falls\, Oregon\, 97601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Festivals
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rainieraudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/WinterWings.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230212T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230212T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T053547
CREATED:20230128T053200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230128T054614Z
UID:10001180-1676190600-1676206800@rainieraudubon.org
SUMMARY:Fresh Water and Saltwater Birds
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning walk around Lake Fenwick to look for wintering waterfowl and woodland birds. We’ll practice spotting\, listening for\, and identifying the species we encounter. Then we’ll move on to Redondo Beach to scan Poverty Bay for saltwater birds. We may walk part of the boardwalk there\, and check the edges of nearby Wooten Park if time allows.  \n\n\n\nLet’s meet in the middle parking lot at Lake Fenwick\, the next lot north of the fisherman’s lot\, at 8:30AM. Bring layers for the weather\, snacks and water as needed.  \n\n\n\nTo sign up email Barbara Petersen at bpbatfan@aol.com\, or leave a voice message at 253 389 3204. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPhotos by Jay Galvin
URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/fresh-water-and-saltwater-birds/
LOCATION:Lake Fenwick\, Washington\, 25828 Lake Fenwick Rd\, Kent\, Washington\, 98032\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fieldtrips
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rainieraudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/7E9A4950-copy-1-e1674883514278.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230204T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T053547
CREATED:20221210T163243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221227T005145Z
UID:10001165-1675501200-1675515600@rainieraudubon.org
SUMMARY:Sandhill Cranes & Winter Birds Field Class
DESCRIPTION:Pack your winter hat and a warm drink!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSouth Sound Nature School’s Ridgefield Field Class will be Saturday\, February 4th\, 9:00-1:00. Meet leader Kevin O’Malley and Barbara Petersen at the refuge on Saturday morning. Experiencing birds in different habitat is an important tool to becoming 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 songbirds\, raptors\, wintering waterfowl\, and other local species. Please dress warm as 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. We will take a total of 8 participants. We have the option to separate into two small groups. Teenage children (and those 10 years and up that are really into Birding) can attend with an adult.  Please contact Kevin O’Malley at omalley23@gmail.com for more information\, payment options and to sign up.
URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/sandhill-cranes-winter-birds-field-class/
CATEGORIES:Class,Fieldtrips
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rainieraudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/2018-10-24_0061-DLS.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230201T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230201T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T053547
CREATED:20230107T010230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230107T010239Z
UID:10001172-1675276200-1675281600@rainieraudubon.org
SUMMARY:Desert Oasis: The Birds of Lake Abert
DESCRIPTION:As Oregon’s only hypersaline lake and one of just three such lakes in the western U.S.\, Lake Abert is a vital ecosystem within the high desert and an essential stop for migratory birds travelling along the Pacific Flyway from Patagonia to Alaska. \n\n\n\nAt it’s full capacity\, Lake Abert covers 64 square miles below the iconic Abert Rim. When conditions are optimal in this delicate ecosystem\, Lake Abert can support hundreds of thousands of birds whose arrival at the lake coincides with peak brine shrimp and alkali fly populations. \n\n\n\nZoom Webinar sponsored by the Oregon Natural Desert Association \n\n\n\nSee More
URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/desert-oasis-the-birds-of-lake-abert/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rainieraudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ONDA.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230122T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230122T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T053547
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:20230118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230118T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T053547
CREATED:20221126T234012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T000017Z
UID:10001164-1674068400-1674075600@rainieraudubon.org
SUMMARY:Raptors of Washington
DESCRIPTION:(Jan. 18\, 25\, Feb. 1\, 8\, and 15th) \n\n\n\nNineteen species of raptors regularly occur in Washington State. These birds are fascinating\, and their behaviors unique. Each species has many distinctive features. Birders find this group intriguing\, and many people want to see each of them\, learning more about their behaviors. \n\n\n\nThis course will help you become familiar with the eagles\, hawks\, harriers\, falcons\, vultures\, and kites that make our state their homes. We will cover the characteristics\, behaviors\, and biology that will help you identify these marvelous birds. Learn to identify these remarkable birds and gain some knowledge of their natural history. The course will span all the species regularly found in Washington. The focus will be on learning characteristics and information that will help you name them and not just on-field marks. \n\n\n\nSlides and homework will allow you to practice these skills.  \n\n\n\nOne field trip is possible\, and detailed information on possible field trips you can do on your own will be provided\, including stops and what to look for at each place. \n\n\n\nWe will frequently review the information to help you solidify your knowledge and feel comfortable with your new abilities. \n\n\n\nTopics discussed during this course: \n\n\n\n\nEagles: Golden Eagle\, Bald Eagle\, Osprey\n\n\n\nHawks: Northern Harrier\, Sharp-shinned Hawk\, Cooper’s Hawk\, Northern Goshawk\,\n\n\n\nRed-shouldered Hawk\, Swainson’s Hawk\, Red-tailed Hawk\, Ferruginous Hawk\, Rough-legged Hawk\n\n\n\nFalcons: American Kestrel\, Merlin\, Prairie Falcon\, Peregrine Falcon\, Gyrfalcon\n\n\n\nVultures: Turkey Vulture\n\n\n\nKites: White-tailed Kite\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe goal is to help you learn to identify raptors\, know what to look for when you see one and have a good understanding of their distribution and behavior. \n\n\n\nClass Meetings: \n\n\n\n       Five sessions\, each will be 90-100 minutes; (Jan. 18\, 25\, Feb. 1\, 8\, and 15th) \n\n\n\n\nRaptor Birding Skills: Size and Shape\, Behavior\, Habitat\, Color Pattern\, calls.\n\n\n\nButeos – Begin working through these species – Review of the first lecture.\n\n\n\nAccipiters\, Harriers; Review of Buteos\n\n\n\nFalcons & Review of Harriers\, Accipiters\, and others\n\n\n\nEagles\, Vultures\, Kits\, and Lots of Review – Putting it all together.\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe presentations will be done using Zoom and you will be provided with a link to the zoom call before each session. This class will use Google Classroom to provide additional information\, copies of the presentations\, videos of the presentations\, and lots of supplemental material that will help you learn these raptors and about them. Google Classroom is free\, and you will need to have a Gmail account orregister your email with Google. Google Classroom is free. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the instructorRainier Audubon is fortunate to have Thomas Bancroft offer this course. Thomas Bancroft has been a birder and ecologist all his life and has a Ph.D. in Ornithology.He has birded in 48 states\, several Canadian provinces\, and on six continents. Tom began birding at a very young age in Pennsylvania\, climbing into the kitchen sink to observe birds outside the window at his mother’s feeder.  Just before moving to Seattle\, he served as Chief Scientist for National Audubon. Tom is a published author\, an avid photographer\, and has a wonderful sense of humor. \n\n\n\nFor more information about the Raptor course\, contact Rainier Audubon Education Chair Cindy Flanagan cindy.flanagan@rainieraudubon.org \n\n\n\nCost \n\n\n\n$85 Rainier Audubon Members$100 Non-members \n\n\n\nBecome a member here.\n\n\n\nRegistration is closed.  If you would still like to join the class\, please contact Cindy Flanagan\, skip the registration\, and pay using the information below.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPay using Paypal or Credit Card \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMember?\n	Member $85.00 USD\n	Non-member $100.00 USD
URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/raptors-of-washington/
CATEGORIES:Class
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rainieraudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/red-tailed-hawk-e1669591455124.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230118T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230118T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T053547
CREATED:20230119T011018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T012849Z
UID:10001176-1674061200-1674061200@rainieraudubon.org
SUMMARY:Another Test
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/another-test/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230117T183000
DTSTAMP:20260425T053547
CREATED:20230117T231923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T231932Z
UID:10001175-1673978400-1673980200@rainieraudubon.org
SUMMARY:Another Time Zone Test
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/another-time-zone-test/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230116T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230116T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T053547
CREATED:20220816T020654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230115T222619Z
UID:10001061-1673895600-1673899200@rainieraudubon.org
SUMMARY:SEATTLE’S ADAPTABLE URBAN COOPER’S HAWKS
DESCRIPTION:by Ed Deal \n\n\n\n\n\nEd Deal with Cooper’s Hawk\n\n\n\nThirty years ago\, Cooper’s Hawks began colonizing urban and suburban landscapes throughout the US\, developing a tolerance for living in proximity to humans. Ed Deal\, from Seattle’s Urban Raptor Conservancy\, will provide insights into these common but elusive raptors.  \n\n\n\nThe Seattle Cooper’s Hawk Project is one of several studies in large US cities (e.g.\, Milwaukee\, Albuquerque) and the only all-volunteer\, community science project. Since 2012 the group has monitored the local Cooper’s Hawk population nesting density and annual nest productivity. A color-ID banding program helps us track fledgling dispersal\, longevity\, and adult breeding site and winter site fidelity.  \n\n\n\nStudy results show annual increases in nesting pairs\, high nest success rates\, high fledgling productivity\, little evidence of migration\, strong site fidelity and mostly short natal dispersal distances. In 2012 we documented 26 nesting attempts\, with 22 successful nests producing 70 fledglings. In 2022 volunteers monitored 61 nesting attempts within the Seattle city limits. Forty-eight nests succeeded\, producing 167 fledglings.  \n\n\n\nSuccessful nest productivity is consistently high\, averaging 3.6 fledglings per successful nest. To date we have banded almost 500 Coops and accumulated over 640 repeat sightings. 46% of our banded birds are resighted. Our population has nearly tripled in just 10 years. It will be interesting to see when they reach carrying capacity. \n\n\n\nYou would think someone born in Cooper Hospital and raised in Audubon\, NJ would be a child prodigy birder. But Ed’s mid-life conversion involved taking Bud Anderson’s Hawk ID class in 1991. He went on to volunteer on Fall Migration hawk banding projects in the Goshutes Mtn\, NV\, Florida Keys and Cape May\, NJ\, in addition to Diamond Head\, Chelan Ridge and Entiat Ridge in WA. He volunteered on Falcon Research Group’s entire 17-year study of nesting Peregrine Falcons in the San Juan Islands and completed his 29th year monitoring & banding nesting Peregrines in the Seattle area. For the last 11 years he has worked with a group of volunteers studying the expanding urban population of Cooper’s Hawks in Seattle. He holds a Federal Master Raptor Banding Permit. He is a graduate of the Seattle Audubon Master Birder Program and a recovering lister. \n\n\n\nThis will be a hybrid meeting.  \n\n\n\nGeorge Galvin is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. \n\n\n\nTopic: RAS January 2023 Membership MeetingTime: Jan 16\, 2023 06:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) \n\n\n\nJoin Zoom Meetinghttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/85988024910?pwd=SFpqSlR6RlFkQ1Y0VUZzaElwWEs0Zz09 \n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 859 8802 4910Passcode: 963441
URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/urban-coopers-hawks/
LOCATION:United Methodist Church\, 29645 51st Ave.South\, Auburn\, Washington\, 98001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Program Night
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rainieraudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/2012-12-26_279-DLS-2-Edit.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230109T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230109T213000
DTSTAMP:20260425T053547
CREATED:20230110T042814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230110T042824Z
UID:10001173-1673298000-1673299800@rainieraudubon.org
SUMMARY:Timezone Test
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/timezone-test/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221223T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221223T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T053547
CREATED:20221223T174257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221223T174303Z
UID:10001170-1671822000-1671825600@rainieraudubon.org
SUMMARY:2nd New Time Zone Test
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/2nd-new-time-zone-test/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221223T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221223T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T053547
CREATED:20221223T173551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221223T173816Z
UID:10001169-1671818400-1671822000@rainieraudubon.org
SUMMARY:New Time Zone Test
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/new-time-zone-test/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221219T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221219T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T053547
CREATED:20220830T042235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221219T190708Z
UID:10001066-1671476400-1671481800@rainieraudubon.org
SUMMARY:Seattle Urban Carnivore Project
DESCRIPTION:by Mark Jordan and Katie Remine \n\n\n\nThis meeting has been changed to Zoom Only!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHave you ever wondered what life is like at the top of the food chain in a big city? The Seattle Urban Carnivore Project aims to find out by monitoring the carnivores of the greater Seattle area. During this presentation\, you’ll learn about our work\, the variety of carnivores that share our home\, and what we all can do to peacefully coexist with them. \n\n\n\nUrban spaces and the suburbs that sprawl around them are growing worldwide\, pushing some carnivore species into more remote regions\, while forcing others to adapt to higher human densities. Increasing contact between humans and carnivores potentially leads to more human-carnivore interactions and increased concerns about risks to humans\, whether real or perceived. Continued survival of urban carnivore populations\, as well as a sense of security for the public\, requires increased understanding of and coexistence with these species. \n\n\n\nMark Jordan is an Associate Professor of Biology at Seattle University and co-lead of the Seattle Urban Carnivore Project. He received a B.S. in Biology from the University of Puget Sound and his Ph.D. in Environmental Science\, Policy\, and Management from UC Berkeley. His research interests include urban ecology\, population monitoring of carnivores\, and the genetics of species of conservation concern. \n\n\n\nKatie Remine works as the Living Northwest Conservation Manager in the Wildlife Conservation division at Woodland Park Zoo in Seattle. Katie earned a Bachelor’s degree in Biology and a minor in African Studies from Colorado College and completed her Master of Science in Biodiversity Conservation and Management through Imperial College London. She coordinates Woodland Park Zoo’s involvement in Pacific northwest wildlife conservation\, including projects to recover local endangered species and projects to help communities coexist with local wildlife from carnivores to pollinators. Katie is a co-lead of the Seattle Urban Carnivore Project. \n\n\n\nMeeting opens at 6:40 pm. Program starts at 7:00 pm. \n\n\n\nThe meeting tonight will be Zoom Only! \n\n\n\nGeorge Galvin is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. \n\n\n\nTopic: RAS Dec. 2022 Membership MeetingTime: Dec 19\, 2022 06:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) \n\n\n\nJoin Zoom Meetinghttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/89726126067?pwd=K2ZDOHRwNjNKWGh2SzJ4a1ZseWFVUT09 \n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 897 2612 6067Passcode: 421153One tap mobile+12532158782\,\,89726126067#\,\,\,\,*421153# US (Tacoma)+12532050468\,\,89726126067#\,\,\,\,*421153# US
URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/seattle-urban-carnivore-project/
LOCATION:Federal Way United Methodist Church\, 29645 51st Ave SWA 98001\, Auburn\, Washington\, 98001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Program Night
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rainieraudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/SUCP-coyote-SEA-IRP_190725-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221213T230000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221213T233000
DTSTAMP:20260425T053547
CREATED:20221214T050248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T050255Z
UID:10001167-1670972400-1670974200@rainieraudubon.org
SUMMARY:Test Event
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/test-event/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221204T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221204T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T053547
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:20221126T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221126T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T053547
CREATED:20220908T230742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221006T164106Z
UID:10001076-1669453200-1669465800@rainieraudubon.org
SUMMARY:Winter Birds of Nisqually
DESCRIPTION:Great Blue Heron\n\n\n\nKevin O’Malley\, lead naturalist and birder at South Sound Nature School\, will teach a birding basics class along with Rainier Audubon member Barbara Petersen. The class is for beginner and intermediate birders wanting to further their knowledge and skills and will focus on identification and behavior of winter birds found at Billy Frank Jr Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge. Join us for this outdoor walk the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Birding is a fascinating recreational activity. You will learn more about the birds you hear and see. The Nisqually Refuge has forest\, wetland\, and tidal estuary habitats offering great bird diversity. Binoculars are recommended but not required. This small class is geared toward ages 16 and up\, a great outing for family members visiting for the holiday.  \n\n\n\nPlease register at https://southsoundnatureschool.org (under the Adult Programs tab) or by emailing Kevin at omalley23@gmail.com. Pay with check or cash. Maximum 8 participants.
URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/winter-birds-of-nisqually-2/
LOCATION:Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge\, 100 Brown Farm Road\, Olympia\, Washington\, 98516-2302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rainieraudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/2012-10-09_081-DLS-Edit.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="South Sound Nature School":MAILTO:omalley23@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221122T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221122T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T053547
CREATED:20221107T230928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221107T230935Z
UID:10001163-1669143600-1669147200@rainieraudubon.org
SUMMARY:Sandhill Cranes of the Pacific Flyway by Gary Ivey
DESCRIPTION:North Cascades Audubon Society\n\n\n\n\n\nZoom meeting only \n\n\n\nIn this presentation Dr. Gary Ivey will talk about the Sandhill Crane populations that breed and stage in Washington State and the broader Pacific Flyway. He will discuss the migration routes\, wintering and breeding areas of the three subspecies that use the state. He will speak about their behavior and biology and also their conservation needs in the Flyway.  To join us for the presentation please register by clicking this link. Dr. Ivey works with the International Crane Foundation as a Research Associate and is an expert on Sandhill Cranes in the Pacific Flyway. He has worked with wildlife for over 35 years\, concentrating his work on water birds\, waterfowl and wetland conservation. He currently serves as President of The Trumpeter Swan Society and is leading efforts to restore breeding Trumpeter Swans to Oregon. He served for 20 years as a biologist at several western refuges\, including 15 years at Malheur Refuge. He studied nesting ecology of Sandhill Cranes for his Master’s thesis and wintering ecology of Sandhill Cranes for his PhD\, both at Oregon State University. He is working to further conservation of cranes. Trumpeter Swans and other water birds in Western North America.\n\n\n\nVisit Our Website
URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/sandhill-cranes-of-the-pacific-flyway-by-gary-ivey/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rainieraudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/unnamed-e1667862362513.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221121T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T053547
CREATED:20220816T015516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221118T000057Z
UID:10001059-1669057200-1669060800@rainieraudubon.org
SUMMARY:Madagascar\, a place like nowhere else.
DESCRIPTION:by Dennis Pauslon \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMADAGASCAR\nJanuary 2016\n\n\n\nMADAGASCAR\nJanuary 2016\n\n\n\nMADAGASCAR\nJanuary 2016\n\n\n\nMADAGASCAR\nJanuary 2016\n\n\n\nMADAGASCAR\nJanuary 2016\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMadagascar is the world’s fourth-largest island\, situated off East Africa in the Indian Ocean. Isolated since it drifted away from India 88 million years ago\, a very large percentage of its plants and animals are endemic\, occurring nowhere else—95% of reptiles\, 92% of mammals\, 89% of plants\, and 41% of birds. Dennis Paulson spent 18 days there in January 2016 and will share some of his wonderful experiences. \n\n\n\nDennis Paulson lives in Seattle\, Washington. Until retirement\, he was the Director of the Slater Museum of Natural History at the University of Puget Sound. His books on birds include Exotic Birds\, Shorebirds of the Pacific Northwest\, Shorebirds of North America: The Photographic Guide\, Birds of the Puget Sound Region: Coast to Cascades\, and Field Guide to the Birds of Washington. He has traveled all over the world to study and photograph birds and dragonflies and likes nothing better than teaching about them. He is a naturalist as well as a biologist and has written an additional half-dozen books about dragonflies and other aspects of nature. \n\n\n\nThis is a hybrid meeting.  Come to the church in-person or via Zoom link below.\n\n\n\nGeorge Galvin is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. \n\n\n\nTopic: Nov. Rainier Audubon Membership meetingTime: Nov 21\, 2022 06:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) \n\n\n\nJoin Zoom Meetinghttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/83921683286?pwd=VzRlSitJSy9FbGVXVzQ5TDdaekdhUT09 \n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 839 2168 3286Passcode: 008773One tap mobile+12532050468\,\,83921683286#\,\,\,\,*008773# US+12532158782\,\,83921683286#\,\,\,\,*008773# US (Tacoma)
URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/madagascar/
LOCATION:United Methodist Church\, 29645 51st Ave.South\, Auburn\, Washington\, 98001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Program Night
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rainieraudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Calumna-oshaugnessyi-M7048a.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221119T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T053547
CREATED:20221104T042521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221104T042637Z
UID:10001162-1668852000-1668870000@rainieraudubon.org
SUMMARY:Orca Recovery Day 
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for your patience while we rescheduled our Orca Recovery Day / Duwamish Alive event! We are excited to announce that we have rescheduled the event to November 19th\, 2022!It will be held at the same time and location (see below). To help us prepare for the event\, we ask that everyone register on the following link: http://eepurl.com/dFpVRX  \n\n\n\n*If you registered for the October event\, please register again* \n\n\n\nAt the event:You will be able to participate in a light activity work party (planting)\, outreach tables\, educational presentations.From Noon – 1pm we have dedicated a whole hour for a educational lunch break (PIZZA and DRINKS provided). During this time you will be able to meet each group and learn about their organization and how they are helping the Southern Resident killer whales! \n\n\n\nThe following organizations will have educational booths:– Green River Coalition – Riparian/Streambank Restoration– Orca Conservancy – All About ORCA!– MidSound Fisheries – All about SALMON!– Long Live the Kings – Specific to KING SALMON! \n\n\n\nYou will have time and ability to visit the educational booths\, plant a tree\, and learn how you can become a steward of the river and the ORCA!The choice is completely up to you!When: November 19th\, 2022 (Saturday)Time: 10am – 3pmWhere: Riverview Parks\, KENTAddress: 937 Hawley Rd. Kent\, Wa. 98032  \n\n\n\nWear closed-toed shoes\, dress for the weather\, and bring personal water/drinks.Provided: All tools\, supplies\, N95 masks\, and snacks! \n\n\n\nConnect on our Facebook event! facebook.com/greenrivercoalitionPLEASE SHARE THIS EVENT WITH FREINDS AND FAMILY \n\n\n\n~*LETS COME TOGETHER AND HELP THE ORCAS*~ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPartner organizations: Kent Parks\, Orca Conservancy\, Mid-Sound Fisheries\, Long Live the Kings\, and Whale ScoutsThis site and event are funded by:WRIA 9 and the King County Flood Control District\, The Rose Foundation and Puget Soundkeeper
URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/orca-recovery-day/
LOCATION:Riverview Parks\, 937 Hawley Rd\,\, Kent\, Washington\, 98032\, United States
CATEGORIES:Work Party
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rainieraudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/ORCA.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221105T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221105T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T053547
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:20221026T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221026T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T053547
CREATED:20221026T030515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T030523Z
UID:10001160-1666800000-1666803600@rainieraudubon.org
SUMMARY:Migratory Bird Explorer
DESCRIPTION:Last month\, Audubon announced the Bird Migration Explorer\, a first-of-its-kind\, interactive\, digital platform that visualizes the heroic annual journeys of 458 North American migratory species. The culmination of years of collaboration and scientific contributions from hundreds of researchers and institutions\, the Explorer will transform the way we approach the toughest conservation challenges and our relationship with the birds we all love. \n\n\n\nJoin from a PC\, Mac\, iPad\, iPhone or Android device: \n\n\n\nClick Here to JoinNote: This link should not be shared with others; it is unique to you.Password: 461001Add to Calendar  Add to Google Calendar  Add to Yahoo CalendarOr join by phone: \n\n\n\nUS: +1 301 715 8592 or +1 312 626 6799 or +1 346 248 7799 or +1 646 518 9805 or +1 646 876 9923 or +1 669 900 6833 or +1 253 215 8782Webinar ID: 959 0982 0593Password: 461001
URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/migratory-bird-explorer/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rainieraudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Audubon.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221017T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221017T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T053547
CREATED:20220816T014519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221016T171259Z
UID:10001058-1666033200-1666036800@rainieraudubon.org
SUMMARY:Avian Ad Libs 
DESCRIPTION:by Robert Howson \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nPerhaps you’re one of those who consider science and humor to belong in two separate camps which\, due to language differences\, are committed to never speaking to each other.  But cartoonist Gary Larson went a long way in disproving that myth.  Through his rather warped sense of humor he allowed us not only to appreciate the contributions of science but also enabled us to better understand ourselves by bringing down our defenses so we could laugh at ourselves as seen through the eyes of cows\, insects\, dragons\, and yes\, even birds.  \n\n\n\nAt our next Audubon meeting I’ll be making a similar effort\, only this time\, not through skillfully drawn cartoons but through photographs of birds I’ve taken over the years.  Since birds generally do not contort themselves into positions dreamt up by people such as Larson\, you’ll have to bring a healthy dose of your own imagination to blend the real and the fanciful together.  And just in case your particular brand of humor doesn’t match up with my own\, you’ll at least enjoy identifying the subjects I’ve sought to ridicule by subjecting them to my own brand of humiliation.  \n\n\n\nHope to see you Monday evening\, October 17\, so we can spend the evening together in person and enjoy a look at Avian Ad Libs.    \n\n\n\nRobert Howson has been birding since he was in grade school in Northern California.  Forty four years ago he and his wife Carolyn moved to Kirkland and have extended their birding adventures from there to much of our country.  This year he passed the 700 mark for species seen in North America when he recorded the Mangrove Cuckoo in the southern part of Florida.  He is an educator\, having taught in grade school\, high school\, and college where some\, but certainly not all\, appreciated his attempts at humor.     \n\n\n\nJoin us in person or by Zoom!\n\n\n\nGeorge Galvin is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. \n\n\n\nTopic: Oct. 17 Membership MeetingTime: Oct 17\, 2022 06:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) \n\n\n\nJoin Zoom Meetinghttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/83565043652?pwd=QzBpV3phZmFUK2txTkxzT3JyWTdnUT09 \n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 835 6504 3652Passcode: 068199
URL:https://rainieraudubon.org/event/bird-humor/
LOCATION:United Methodist Church\, 29645 51st Ave.South\, Auburn\, Washington\, 98001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Program Night
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rainieraudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/DSC_2633.jpg
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR