Come explore the open space and wetlands behind artist Chris Maynard's home in southeast Olympia (at 8211 Ayer Street) before encroaching development makes the habitat less desirable. Enjoy its mix of sparrows, flycatchers, finches, thrushes, rails, and more. These are genuine "wetlands"- rubber boots may come in handy. Google the address for directions. The trip is ... Read more
Come join us on for a bird walk at the Refuge then enjoy breakfast at Norma's Restaurant, 10322 Martin Way E., Olympia. Meet at the Refuge Visitors Center. Bring binoculars, scopes, and bird books (if you have them), along with water and layered clothing in case it's a wet day.
Grays Harbor Audubon proposes a field trip to Wolf Haven that will include a docent-guided tour of Wolf Haven. Black Hills Audubon members are invited to join them. The tour requires a minimum of 10 persons, and the tour costs $12 per person ($10 for seniors). The preliminary plan is to tour Wolf Haven in ... Read more
This trip is specifically designed for children and their families. Pioneer Park in Tumwater boasts meadows, woods, Deschutes River, marsh, soccer and baseball fields, and playgrounds. In spring there are many different bird species active, busy, and visible at Pioneer. We will explore Pioneer's paths and bird with a heightened awareness of young people's attention ... Read more
This field trip has a little bit of everything: birds, botany, butterflies, as well as two knowledgeable and energetic leaders. Explore the birds and plants at two choice South Sound prairie sites near Olympia: Mima Mounds Natural Area Preserve and Scatter Creek Wildlife Area. At both sites we should see, prairie flowers, prairie birds, and ... Read more
Join us for a Mt. Rainier wildflowers trip – on a Thursday, so we can avoid the weekend crowds. Please note: the date for this trip may change depending on snow and flower conditions at Paradise. We will go for a relatively easy and slow hike and enjoy the views, the flowers, and any birds ... Read more
Meet at East Side of Port of Olympia Property (Northpoint Parking lot by Anthony's Hearthfire Restaurant, 1675 Marine Dr. NE, Olympia, 98501). Breakfast at McMenamin's Spar Cafe Want to get a head start on your weekend? Join us for Birding and Breakfast at 7:30 a.m. on the first Saturday of each month. Bird with us, then enjoy ... Read more
Join BHAS in Portland to view the spectacular evening roosting of Vaux’s Swifts at their well known stopover, The Chapman School, in Portland, Oregon. We will meet in the school yard at 5:00 p.m. Look for a BHAS sign on the west side of the school. It will be crowded but I will have a ... Read more
Meet us at Bayview Grocery parking lot (516 4th Ave W, Olympia, WA 98502 ) at 7:30 a.m. for birding followed by breakfast at Bayview Grocery. Want to get a head start on your weekend? Join us for Birding and Breakfast at 7:30 a.m. on the first Saturday of each month, except July and August. Bird with ... Read more
Attention hardcore birders! This trip is for you. Last year's trip featured excellent sightings of Harlequin Ducks and Long-Tailed Ducks, along with other birds and waterfowl totaling nearly 100 species. The weather has always cooperated for this field trip, too, so if you count yourself a hardcore, tireless birder, save this date. Crossing the ... Read more
This field trip promises to be a special treat. The plan is to board the Lady Alderbrook at the Alderbrook Resort and seek birds upon and above the waters of Hood Canal. We will have the services of two expert birders to help identify Hood Canal's avian denizens. The Lady Alderbrook has two decks, and ... Read more
NOTE: This field trip has been changed to November 19. Sandhill Cranes will be our “target” species, along with Great Egrets and herons, geese and other waterfowl. These “big birds” should be plentiful at Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge, Woodland bottoms, and Vancouver lowlands. Other interesting but long-shot specialties include Red-Shouldered Hawk, American White Pelican, White-Breasted ... Read more
Join Burt Guttman for his annual quest for winter birds in downtown Olympia. This trip is especially oriented toward beginner birders, but all interested folks are welcome. There may be many kinds of ducks, geese, grebes, and the occasional swan or loon possible, as well as passerines in the trees and shrubs. Meet at Marathon ... Read more
This is an overnight trip leaving Olympia Saturday, March 18 and returning Sunday, March 19, with Saturday night in Port Angeles. The focus is on seabirds at several locations on the Strait of Juan de Fuca. The trip is especially suitable for beginning and intermediate birders, but is open to birders of all skill levels ... Read more
Cranberry Lake Tree Farm is 440+ acres of working multi-age forest surrounding a pristine 200+ acre lake. This is a working tree farm and has a new boardwalk, shelter, and toilet facilities. These hundreds of acres of wood and water are home to eagles, loons, bears, trumpeter swans, osprey, heron, beavers, cougars, and more! Expect ... Read more
So popular was this past November's field trip aboard the Lady Alderbrook on Hood Canal, we are doing it again. We will again board the Lady Alderbrook at the Alderbrook Resort and seek birds upon and above the waters of Hood Canal. Bill Tweit and Whittier Johnson have again agreed to be our expert birders ... Read more
Meet at 6:00 a.m., bright and early, at the Flora Vista entrance to Priest Point Park to hear birdsongs at their freshest. Learn the songs of common natives as well as listen for migrants who may have flown in overnight. To sign up, e-mail Kevin Head at khead@ekit.com or call 360-943-3752. There is a limit ... Read more
Pioneer Park on Henderson Road in Tumwater is an under-appreciated birding site gem. Driving past it, one thinks the park consists solely of baseball and soccer fields. Less easily seen is the Deschutes River flowing through the park, the wide wetlands behind the baseball fields, and the mown paths that meander through riparian woods and ... Read more
Meet at 6:00 a.m., bright and early, at the Flora Vista entrance to Priest Point Park to hear birdsongs at their freshest. Learn the songs of common natives as well as listen for migrants who may have flown in overnight. To sign up, e-mail Kevin Head at khead@ekit.com or call 360-943-3752. There is a limit ... Read more
This is a repeat of April 22's trip to Pioneer Park in Tumwater, an under-appreciated birding spot. This week, members of the National Wildlife Federation will join us. Driving past Pioneer Park on Henderson Road, one thinks the park consists solely of baseball and soccer fields. Less easily seen is the Deschutes River flowing through ... Read more
