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Remembering Ed Swan
Ed Swan was a special individual who not only had a passion for birding but had the unique gift of helping others learn about birds and habitat, and how to document using community science. Continue Reading →
Madagascar, a place like nowher else.
by Dennis Paulson
Raptors of Washington
This 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. Continue Reading →
Sandhill Cranes of the Pacific Flyway by Gary Ivey
In 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. Continue Reading →
Clark Lake Park – Half Day bird walk with Barbara Petersen
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. Continue Reading →
Clark Lake Park – Half Day bird walk with Barbara Petersen
Join Barbara Petersen’s bird walk for a late fall exploration of Clark Lake Park. Continue Reading →
Migratory Bird Explorer
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. Continue Reading →
The Smart Neanderthal – Bird Catching, Cave Art and the Cognitive Revolution
By Clive Finlayson Were Neanderthals birders? YES! According to Clive Finlayson, an Continue Reading →
Better Birding Series: Planning for the arrival of Birds using eBird’s monthly tools
Do you feel like you are always behind the curve when it comes to preparing for the next season of birds?
Do you wish you were more prepared when you go out to an area to bird and want to know what to find?
Join us for a session on using eBird and its monthly tools and get better prepared for your outings. We will be exploring different paths of Tundra and Trumpeter Swans, and Snow Geese.
Fall Color and Fall Birds, continued
The 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. Continue Reading →