Accessible Birding Trip to Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually NWR

Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center 100 Brown Farm Rd NE, Olympia, WA, United States

Photo credit: Boardwalk at Nisqually by Mary Birchem Trip leader: Mary Birchem Registration and contact for further information: Pre-registration required. Please contact Mary Birchem at mbirchem5@gmail.com to register. Description: This event is in honor of Birdability Week, which is a celebration of birders with disabilities and other health concerns. You don’t have to be a ... Read more

Field Trip to LBA Woods – FIELD TRIP FULL; WAIT LIST ONLY

LBA Woods 3333 Morse-Merryman Rd SE, Olympia, WA, United States

Leader:  Bob Wadsworth Description: LBA Woods is an urban forest that at this time provides habitat for overwintering forest birds in the Olympia area.  A variety of mostly flat trails provide opportunities to see birds in coniferous and deciduous tree habitats.  Dress for the weather, bring binoculars, and prepare for some mud on trails if ... Read more

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Birding Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge

Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center 100 Brown Farm Rd NE, Olympia, WA, United States

In all seasons of the year, the Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge has something to see.  We are lucky to have this treasured preserve in Thurston County.  An important stop on the Pacific migratory route north and south, waterfowl stop and may congregate in great numbers here.  A mix of habitats - mixed ... Read more

Field Trip to Brady Loop

NOTE:  We are unable to accommodate COVID-19 unvaccinated individuals. Leader:  Gary Wiles Description: This destination is a seven-mile drivable loop through farmlands and adjoining woodlots and wetlands in the Chehalis River Valley in eastern Grays Harbor County.  We'll search for raptors, lingering shorebirds, and a variety of other species.  Dress for the weather and bring ... Read more

Birding without Breakfast

KGY Point 1700 Marine Dr NE, Olympia, WA, United States

NOTE:  We are unable to accommodate COVID-19 unvaccinated individuals. Leader: Carla Miller Description: Birding without Breakfast at KGY point.  The walk will be in the Budd Inlet area, with possible extension to Capitol Lake.  Birding without Breakfast walks are especially appropriate for beginning and intermediate birders.  Participants will need to follow current COVID-19 protocols and ... Read more

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Birding Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge

Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center 100 Brown Farm Rd NE, Olympia, WA, United States

In all seasons of the year, the Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge has something to see.  We are lucky to have this treasured preserve in Thurston County.  An important stop on the Pacific migratory route north and south, waterfowl stop and may congregate in great numbers here.  A mix of habitats - mixed ... Read more

LESSONS FROM A BIRD BUM

Virtual

SPEAKER PROGRAM VIA ZOOM BIRDING TIPS LEARNED THROUGH A MISSPENT YOUTH Cameron Cox Thursday November 10th 7 pm Cameron spent his early adulthood traveling the country in search of birds. The lessons he learned were earned by sleeping on picnic tables to avoid nocturnal snake snuggling, having his most prominent piece of household décor be ... Read more

Birding at the McLane Creek Nature Trail

McLane Creek Nature Trail 5043 Delphi Road Southwest, Olympia, WA, United States

NOTE:  We are unable to accommodate Covid unvaccinated individuals. Birding at the McLane Creek Nature Trail Date: Saturday, 12 November 2022.  Meet at 8 AM and plan around two hours for the walk. Trip leader: Michelle Huppert Location: From Olympia, drive west for two miles on Hwy 101. Take the exit for Black Lake Boulevard, ... Read more

Birding Field Trip to Theler Wetlands Trail

Theler Wetlands 22641 WA-3, Belfair, WA, United States

NOTE:  We are unable to accommodate Covid unvaccinated individuals. Birding Field Trip to Theler Wetlands Trail WHERE: 22641 Highway 3, Belfair, Wa WHEN:  Sunday, November 13, 2022, 8 AM – Noon TRIP LEADER:     Whittier Johnson FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:   Whittierwj@comcast.net DESCRIPTION:   The walk will cover about 3 miles. Long a favorite birding hot spot, Theler Wetlands ... Read more

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Birding Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge

Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center 100 Brown Farm Rd NE, Olympia, WA, United States

In all seasons of the year, the Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge has something to see.  We are lucky to have this treasured preserve in Thurston County.  An important stop on the Pacific migratory route north and south, waterfowl stop and may congregate in great numbers here.  A mix of habitats - mixed ... Read more

COASST Training

The Evergreeen State College 2700 Evergreen Parkway N.W., Olympia, United States

COASST (Coastal Observation and Seabird Survey Team) will hold a training at Evergreen State College November 20 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  This training will be a combined Beached Birds and Marine Debris Training. Established in 1999, The Coastal Observation and Seabird Survey Team (COASST) is a citizen science project housed at the University ... Read more

Olympia Birds & Brew

Fish Tale Brewpub 515 Jefferson St. SE, Olympia, WA, United States

BIRDS AND BREW NOVEMBER 21st 4:30 – 6 PM LOCATION:  FISH TALE BREW PUB 515 JEFFERSON ST SE, OLYMPIA   We have now switched to an indoor space for the winter to gather and talk.  We will have our own table area so be sure to ask where we are if you don’t see us.  ... Read more

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Birding Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge

Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center 100 Brown Farm Rd NE, Olympia, WA, United States

In all seasons of the year, the Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge has something to see.  We are lucky to have this treasured preserve in Thurston County.  An important stop on the Pacific migratory route north and south, waterfowl stop and may congregate in great numbers here.  A mix of habitats - mixed ... Read more

Birding trip to KGY/North

KGY Point 1700 Marine Dr NE, Olympia, WA, United States

NOTE:  We are unable to accommodate Covid unvaccinated individuals. Birding trip to KGY/North Point, Olympia + Squaxin Park (if it’s slow at North Point) When: November 27, 2022 8-11am Trip leader or leaders: Laurie Gneiding Registration and contact for further information: laurierg@comcast.net Description: The walk starts from the parking lot, along the beach to KGY ... Read more

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Birding Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge

Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center 100 Brown Farm Rd NE, Olympia, WA, United States

In all seasons of the year, the Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge has something to see.  We are lucky to have this treasured preserve in Thurston County.  An important stop on the Pacific migratory route north and south, waterfowl stop and may congregate in great numbers here.  A mix of habitats - mixed ... Read more

Birding without Breakfast

Mud Bay Park and Ride Madrona Beach Rd, Olympia, WA, United States

NOTE:  We are unable to accommodate COVID-19 unvaccinated individuals. Leader: Bob Wadsworth Description: Birding without Breakfast in Mud Bay Area.Birding without Breakfast walks are especially appropriate for beginning and intermediate birders.  Participants will need to follow current COVID-19 protocols and sign a liability form relating to COVID-19. Meeting location: Meet at 8:00 AM (note the ... Read more

Birding the Bayshore Preserve

Bayshore Preserve 3800 WA-3, Shelton, WA, United States

NOTE:  We are unable to accommodate Covid unvaccinated individuals. Birding the Bayshore Preserve, a Capitol Land Trust preserve Saturday, December 3, 2022, 9 AM – noon Trip leader: Miles McEvoy Location: 3800 WA-3, Shelton, WA 98584. Free parking to the right of the gate facing a wood and metal mesh fence. Alternative parking is available at ... Read more

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Birding Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge

Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center 100 Brown Farm Rd NE, Olympia, WA, United States

In all seasons of the year, the Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge has something to see.  We are lucky to have this treasured preserve in Thurston County.  An important stop on the Pacific migratory route north and south, waterfowl stop and may congregate in great numbers here.  A mix of habitats - mixed ... Read more

BIRDS AND CLIMATE CHANGE

Virtual

BIRDS AND CLIMATE CHANGE SPEAKER PROGRAM VIA ZOOM THURSDAY DECEMBER 8, 2022 7 PM STEVE HAMPTON, Ph.D. Are you wondering what is happening with our resident, migratory and changing bird species?  Steve Hampton has some of the answers.  He will share with us “Birds & Climate Change:  The Changes That Are Already Happening, With a ... Read more