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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 Brew

Equal Latin 520 4th Ave SE, Olympia, WA, United States

BIRDS AND BREW MONDAY       NOVEMBER 20TH       4:30 – 6:30 PM NEW LOCATION:  EQUAL LATIN RESTAURANT & BAR 520 FOURTH AVE E OLYMPIA (Diagonally opposite from Olympia City Hall on corner of 4th and Cherry) Unfortunately, our traditional space to meet, Fish Tale Brew Pub, has closed down.  We are excited to find Equal Latin ... 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

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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 with Breakfast

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

Date: Saturday, December 2 Time: 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. (note the later starting time for winter) Leader: Bob Wadsworth Description: Birding with Breakfast at LBA Woods.  Participants will be led on trails in the LBA Woods to see and hear woodland species.  These trails have slight ups and downs.  Birding with Breakfast walks are ... 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 at Capitol Lake North Pool

Marathon Park 1000 Deschutes Parkway , Olympia, WA, United States

Birding at Capitol Lake, North Pool Date: Saturday, 9 December 2023 Start/End:  Meet at 9 AM and plan around two hours for the walk. Trip leader: Miles McEvoy Description: The walk is around the North Pool of Capitol Lake, focusing on waterfowl. Location: Meet at Marathon Park, Olympia. Look for people with scopes and binoculars. ... 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

Monthly Speaker – December 2023

Temple Beth Hatfiloh 201 8th Avenue SE, Olympia, WA, United States

Midway Island Seabirds With Elizabeth Rodrick, BHAS Member Thursday, December 14th  - via Zoom Watch with us At Temple Beth Hatfiloh 201 8th Ave SE    Olympia Social time 6:30, Program at 7 pm or from home (see link below) Elizabeth Rodrick will reminisce about living on Midway Island as a Navy brat during 1957-58 and ... Read more

Christmas Bird Count Olympia Circle

The Olympia Circle on Sunday, December 17th  Please contact Bill Shelmerdine  georn1@hotmail.com We are also looking for homeowners who are willing to survey the birds on their property. The properties need to be located within the established circles. If you are interested in participating in the CBC, contact the count coordinator in your area of ... Read more

Birds and Brew

Equal Latin 520 4th Ave SE, Olympia, WA, United States

BIRDS AND BREW MONDAY       DECEMBER 18TH        4:30 – 6:30 PM EQUAL LATIN RESTAURANT & BAR 520 FOURTH AVE E OLYMPIA (Diagonally opposite from Olympia City Hall on corner of 4th and Cherry) Birds and Brew is a social time for folks to gather and talk all things avian.  This is open to Black Hills members ... 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

Christmas Bird Count Lewis County Circle

The Lewis County Circle on Saturday, December 23rd Please Contact Allison Anholt Allison.anholt@gmail.com We are also looking for homeowners who are willing to survey the birds on their property. The properties need to be located within the established circles. If you are interested in participating in the CBC, contact the count coordinator in your area ... 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 at Black Lake Meadows

Black Lake Meadows Reserve Black Lake Meadows Reserve, Olympia, WA, United States

Birding at Black Lake Meadows Date: Saturday, 30 December 2023 Location: Meet at Black Lake Meadows Reserve parking area, 3333 21st Ave SW, Olympia, WA, USA Start/End:  Meet at 8 AM and plan around two hours for the walk. Description:  Join Lin "Caspian" Stern on a laid-back holiday walk to Black Lake Meadows. This short, ... Read more

Skagit Eagle Festival

Skagit River Eagle Interpretive Ceneter Howard Miller Steelhead Park, 52809 Rockport Park Road, Rockport, WA, United States

Skagit Eagle Festival is a month-long celebration during the eagle-watching season in eastern Skagit County. Activities take place in Concrete, Rockport, and Marblemount in January. Skagit River Bald Eagle Interpretive Center The Skagit River Bald Eagle Interpretive Center at Howard Miller Steelhead Park, Rockport, WA, offers opportunities to better understand the Skagit River ecosystem with an emphasis ... 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 With Breakfast

Marathon Park 1000 Deschutes Parkway , Olympia, WA, United States

Date: Saturday, January 6 Time: 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 Leader: Jennifer DeSelle Description: Birding with Breakfast starting at Marathon Park near Capitol Lake.  Participants will view birds on the water on both the North and South Pools, and related areas.  Birding with Breakfast walks are especially appropriate for beginning and intermediate birders.  Breakfast location TBD. ... 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

January Speaker Program

Temple Beth Hatfiloh 201 8th Avenue SE, Olympia, WA, United States

A Tale of Two Puffins:  Two Ecosystems, Two Islands, Two Puffins By Scott F Pearson, DFW Thursday, January 11th at 7 pm - Social time 6:30 pm Dr. Pearson will be giving his talk live at Temple Beth Hatfiloh 201 8th Ave SE    Olympia You can also view it via Zoom – see link below ... Read more