The Wings Over Willapa Festival celebrates birds, nature, and art during a multi-day event held at the Willapa National Wildlife Refuge and other natural sites on Washington’s Long Beach Peninsula. The Festival has something for everyone who loves to explore in nature. Events include expert-led bird walks and programs ranging from wildlife tracking to adventures ... Read more
Birding at Pioneer Park Date and Time: Saturday, September 21. Meet at 8 AM and plan around two hours for the walk. Trip Leader: Bonnie Wood Description and Targets: This will be a beginner-friendly outing. We will be looking for songbirds, woodpeckers, and anything else with feathers! Meeting Place: Pioneer Park, 5801 Henderson Blvd SE, ... Read more
Tuesday, September 24th at 6:00 PM Vic’s Pizzeria Eastside After a refreshing summer hiatus, the BHAS Book Club will return on September 24th to discuss a brand new bestselling book by Amy Tan: The Backyard Bird Chronicles! You read Anne’s amazing review of this book in the Echo; now is your chance to experience ... Read more
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
As Summer gives way to Fall in Nisqually there are many indicators you can look to, to see the changing of the seasons. One can feel the heat give way to crisper air; see the leaves brighten to bursting reds and oranges; and of course watch the Salmon swim and spawn along the mainstem and ... Read more
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
It's that time! Download the official schedule and save the date to plan your day for BirdFest & Bluegrass, October 5, 2024! Stop by for family fun all over the town of Ridgefield. Also, join us to celebrate our 25th anniversary on Friday, October 4, for a special event on the Ridgefield Waterfront! The schedule ... Read more
Birding With Breakfast Date: Saturday, October 5 Time: 7:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Leaders: Cori Halverson and Debby Johnson Description: Birding at Woodard Bay Conservation Area. Especially appropriate for beginning and intermediate birders. Habitats include mixed evergreen and deciduous forest, tidal stream, and shoreline. Meeting location: From Olympia: take Boston Harbor Road north, then right ... Read more
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
Under the Surface: Bird Bones and Skeletons By David Lukas Thursday, October 10th at 7 pm David gave a very popular presentation on bird song to us in April 2024 This will be a Zoom presentation – see link below We will also be gathering at 6:30 at Temple Beth Hatfiloh 201 8th Ave SE ... Read more
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
Saturday, 19 October 2024, 8 AM-noon Leaders: Kyle Leader, Anders Price Description and Targets: This will be a beginner-friendly outing. Parking: Parking is limited so participants must contact Kyle Leader at kchuckles11@yahoo.com to coordinate carpooling from Millersylvania State Park. Trail information: From the parking lot off 143rd Ave SE, visitors pass through a gate, then ... Read more
Birding 101 with Scott Mills will be offered for 5 consecutive Saturdays, 9-11 AM, from October 19th to November 16th, 2024 at the Visitor Center at Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge. Scott Mills, a professional ornithologist, will be the instructor. The class will introduce birding with an emphasis on developing identification skills. Other topics will include ... Read more
BIRDS AND BREW MONDAY OCTOBER 21ST 4:30 – 6:00ish EQUAL LATIN RESTAURANT & BAR 2752 PACIFIC AVE SE OLYMPIA PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE OF LOCATION Birds and Brew is a social time for folks to gather and talk about birds and birding. This is open to Black Hills members and non-members alike. Although it ... Read more
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 101 with Scott Mills will be offered for 5 consecutive Saturdays, 9-11 AM, from October 19th to November 16th, 2024 at the Visitor Center at Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge. Scott Mills, a professional ornithologist, will be the instructor. The class will introduce birding with an emphasis on developing identification skills. Other topics will include ... Read more
Gardening For All: Come learn from a variety of experts about various gardening topics. Workshops TBA. Black Hills Audubon Society will have a table at this festival.
Date: Sunday, 27 October 2024 Start/End: Meet at 9 AM and plan around two hours for the walk. Trip leader: Lin Stern 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. Restrooms are available at Marathon Park. ... Read more
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
Date: Saturday, November 2 Time: 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. (still on PDT, but note the later starting time) Leader: Lin Stern Description: Birding with Breakfast at 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 ... Read more
