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Birding and Breakfast – Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge

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

Meet Deb Nickerson at 7:30 at the Visitor Center Overlook. Breakfast afterwards at the Medicine Creek Cafe (formerly Norma's) at the freeway interchange just outside the entrance to the Refuge.  Beginning birders are welcome. Want to get a head start on your weekend? Join us for Birding and Breakfast at 7:30 a.m. (or 8:00 a.m. for ... Read more

Monroe Swift Night Out

Frank Wagner Elementary School 115 Dickinson Road, Monroe, WA, United States

Pilchuck Audubon and other local organizations invite you to Swift Night Out, their annual festival held on a Saturday evening in September to celebrate the peak of the Vaux's migration in Monroe. There is no date set yet for the 2019 festival night - keep checking www.pilchuckaudubon.org for their announcement of the date.  However, swifts ... Read more

Climate Change in Mount Rainier NP – Taylor Kenyon & Scott Beason

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

Come join us for an evening of enjoyment with Taylor Kenyon and Scott Beason. Taylor Kenyon and Scott Beason work in the Geology section at Mount Rainier National Park.  Their talk will focus on how the Park is planning management of infrastructure (i.e. roads, trails, structures, and other facilities) as climate change alters precipitation patterns ... Read more

Puget Sound Birdfest

Puget Sound Birdfest Headquarters 700 Main Street, Edmonds, WA, United States

Puget Sound Bird Fest in Edmonds, Washington is an annual fall celebration of birds and nature found on the beautiful shores of Puget Sound. The three-day event includes speakers, guided walks, land and water-based field trips, exhibits, and educational activities for children and adults. Plan to spend the weekend in Edmonds, birding and meeting other ... Read more

Biking and Birding: Sauvie Island and Swifts in Portland

The Chapman School 1445 N.W. 26th Avenue, Portland, OR, United States

This is a trip in which you can participate for part or all of it. Car pool assistance provided. Each September Vaux’s Swifts return south, stopping to roost, rest and rejuvenate in chimneys or snags along the way. The Chapman School in Portland boasts a tower that hosts thousands of swifts during September. We begin ... Read more

OYAS Field Trip – McLane Nature Preserve

Plovers and Lapwings

Join us on this trip! Please register to join us and fill in necessary permission forms below. For more information and to register, contact Joe Zabransky at 360-438-5784 or joseph.zabransky@yahoo.com. Permission Form Notes: Field Trip Parent or Guardian Permission Form: You may download and print this Permission Form, or fill in the RSVP questions below when ... Read more

Wings Over Willapa Festival

Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum 115 Lake Street S.E., Ilwaco, WA, United States

The second annual Wings Over Willapa Festival will celebrate Willapa National Wildlife Refuge with a day full of classes, workshops, guided tours and more. Whether you’re an experienced birder or just getting acquainted with the great outdoors, nature lovers of all ages are sure to find plenty to do. Because the Refuge is distributed among ... Read more

Nisqually Watershed Festival

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

The Watershed Festival is an annual celebration featuring art, discovery, music and family fun. This year’s festival will include a number of displays from local organizations, walking tours, the Insect Extravaganza, a salmon barbecue and other great coffee and food options. Festival parking will be at River Ridge High School, 350 River Ridge Drive, Lacey, ... Read more

Birding and Breakfast – Woodard Bay Natural Resources Conservation Area

Woodard Bay Natural Resources Conservation Area 7000 Whitham Rd Ne, Olympia, WA, United States

Leader: Sam Merrill. From Olympia: take Boston Harbor Road north, then right on Woodard Bay Road, crossing Libby Road. There is a small parking area requiring a Discover Pass on the left just before crossing the bridge over Woodard Bay; or drive across the bridge and up the hill to a County parking lot that ... Read more

Tracking Elusive Marsh Birds of Puget Sound – Cynthia Easterson

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

Come join us for an evening of enjoyment with Cindy Easterson. Cindy Easterson has served on the Board of Puget Sound Bird Observatory since 2010, and is currently filling the roles of Secretary and Treasurer.  She is a member of the Pilchuck Audubon chapter. She is an advocate for engaging citizen scientists in projects to support the ... Read more

BIG BIRDS OF CLARK COUNTY

Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge 1071 S Hillhurst Rd,, Ridgefield, WA, United States

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 and possible other sites in Clark County. Other interesting specialties include Red-Shouldered Hawk, American White Pelican, White-Breasted Nuthatch, and Lesser Goldfinch. Late-migrating shorebirds, warblers and other passerines ... Read more

OYAS Field Trip – Rocky Prairie

Auks, Murres, and Puffins

Join us on this trip! Please register to join us and fill in necessary permission forms below. For more information and to register, contact Joe Zabransky at 360-438-5784 or joseph.zabransky@yahoo.com. Permission Form Notes: Field Trip Parent or Guardian Permission Form: You may download and print this Permission Form, or fill in the RSVP questions below when ... Read more

Olympia Birds & Brew

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

Gather with birders at the Fish Tale Brewpub on the third Monday of each month. Get to know other birders from our chapter while sipping and snacking on the couches at back of the Fish Tail Pub. Come with questions, stories or concerns about our beloved birds. All are welcome. No experience necessary.  

Birding and Breakfast – Millersylvania State Park

Millersylvania State Park 12245 Tilley Rd South, Olympia, WA , United States

Millersylvania State Park (12245 Tilley Rd South) at 8:00 a.m. (note the later starting time for winter). Leader: Carla Miller.  Park in the first lot on the left when you enter at the main gate. A Discover Pass is required. Breakfast at the River’s Edge Restaurant at the Tumwater Valley Golf Club (4611 Tumwater Valley ... Read more

Seattle’s Adaptable Cooper’s Hawks – Ed Deal

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

Come join us for an evening of enjoyment with Ed Deal. Twenty-five years ago Cooper’s Hawks began colonizing urban and suburban landscapes throughout the US, developing a tolerance for living in proximity to humans. Ed Deal, from Seattle’s Urban Raptor Conservancy, will provide insights into these common but elusive raptors. The Seattle Cooper’s Hawk Project ... Read more

Brady Loop

This destination is a seven-mile driveable loop through farmlands and adjoining woodlots and wetlands in the Chehalis River valley in eastern Grays Harbor County. We'll search for raptors, swans and other waterfowl, plus a variety of other birds. Dress for the weather and bring water, lunch, and a spotting scope if you have one. Meet ... Read more

OYAS Field Trip – Woodard Bay

Woodard Bay Natural Resources Conservation Area 7000 Whitham Rd Ne, Olympia, WA, United States

Join us on this trip! Please register to join us and fill in necessary permission forms below. For more information and to register, contact Joe Zabransky at 360-438-5784 or joseph.zabransky@yahoo.com. Permission Form Notes: Field Trip Parent or Guardian Permission Form: You may download and print this Permission Form, or fill in the RSVP questions below when ... Read more

Backyard Birds: A Two-Hour Course Designed for Beginners

Shelton Timberland Library 710 W Alder St, Shelton, WA, United States

Kim Adelson, a BHAS board member and retired college professor, who frequently lectures on backyard birds, climate change, and other topics involving bird life, returns with her popular Backyard Birds course.  Class participants will learn to recognize and identify about 25 bird species commonly found in yards throughout our area. The birds' behavior, preferred habitats, ... Read more

Birding and Breakfast – Mud Bay Park and Ride

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

Mud Bay Park and Ride (510 Madrona Beach Road, Olympia) at 8:00 a.m. (note the later starting time for winter).  Leader: Bob Wadsworth.  Breakfast at the Shipwreck Restaurant after birding.  Beginning birders are welcome. Want to get a head start on your weekend? Join us for Birding and Breakfast at 7:30 a.m. (or 8:00 a.m. ... Read more

OYAS Field Trip – Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually Wildlife Refuge

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

Join us on this trip! Please register to join us and fill in necessary permission forms below. For more information and to register, contact Joe Zabransky at 360-438-5784 or joseph.zabransky@yahoo.com. Permission Form Notes: Field Trip Parent or Guardian Permission Form: You may download and print this Permission Form, or fill in the RSVP questions below when ... Read more

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