Birding Basics, session 3: Bird ID at the Old Mill District
This is the third in a series of six free field experiences, held monthly, to be offered for new birders, birders who are new to Central Oregon, or others who […]
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Prineville Bird Club Meeting
Crook County Library 175 NW Meadow Lakes Drive, Prineville, OregonThe Prineville Bird Club meets every second Thursday of the month, at the Crook County Library and usually in the Broughton Room. The meeting starts at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. to encourage fellowship and socializing. We will talk a little bit about local birds being seen, show some member photos, and discuss […]
March Birders’ Night: Birds of the Southern Hemisphere
Environmental Center 16 N.W. Kansas Ave., Bend, ORKen Hashagen will share his experiences and photos from a tour of Antarctica, South Georgia and The Falkland Islands. Join us at the Environmental Center, 16 NW Kansas Ave. or via Zoom.
Wednesday Birders Are Back!
April 5 - Ryan Meadow trails Carpool at 8:00 from the big parking lot off Simpson near the Pavilion All locations are listed on the ECBA website. Select tab for Birding Locations, choose the county and you get a list of favorite birding places. It includes directions to the spots and what birds you might […]
Wednesday Birders Are Back!
April 12 - High Lakes, Wickiup etc. Carpool from Bend at 8:00 from south side of Deschutes River Woods Store or 8:45 from Park and Ride at Wickiup Junction. If roads there are not accessible, try at LaPine State Park. Rosland Park off Huntington is a good spot also. Park in the day use area […]
Prineville Bird Club Meeting
Crook County Library 175 NW Meadow Lakes Drive, Prineville, OregonThe Prineville Bird Club meets every second Thursday of the month, at the Crook County Library and usually in the Broughton Room. The meeting starts at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. to encourage fellowship and socializing. We talk a little bit about local birds being seen, show some member photos, and discuss this […]
Wednesday Birders Are Back!
April 19 - Calliope Crossing, Indian Ford CG, Indian Ford Creek across the highway. Meet to carpool at 8 am. at Village Greens. All locations are listed on the ECBA website. Select tab for Birding Locations, choose the county and you get a list of favorite birding places. It includes directions to the spots and […]
April Birders’ Night: Status of the Greater-Sage Grouse in Eastern Oregon
Environmental Center 16 N.W. Kansas Ave., Bend, OREmily Weidner of U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will talk about recent developments in the science and status of Greater Sage-Grouse in Eastern Oregon. Join in live at the Environmental Center in Bend, or via Zoom. Join the Zoom Here
Birding Basics session 4: Field Experience – April 21st
Crooked River Wetlands Complex, 4035 NW Rimrock Acres Loop in Prineville, OR 4035 NW Rimrock Acres Loop, Prineville, OR, United StatesApril Birding Basics: Field Experience Attention novice birders, birders new to Central Oregon, and those who want a refresher course! ECBA is offering a series of free field experiences designed just for you. […]
Earth Day 2023
Earth Day Fair and Parade 2023 will take place on Saturday, April 22nd from 11am-3pm in downtown Bend. An Environmental Center event, this family-friendly event typically features a lively and inclusive parade through downtown Bend where folks are encouraged to wear costumes to showcase their favorite thing about planet earth. During the fair, food vendors, […]
Wednesday Birders Are Back!
April 26 - Whiskey Springs. Location changed to Tumalo Reservoir! All locations are listed on the ECBA website. Select tab for Birding Locations, choose the county and you get a list of favorite birding places. It includes directions to the spots and what birds you might hope to find. Tumalo Reservoir. It is about 2 […]
Wednesday Birders Are Back!
May 3 - Agency Plains north of Madras to find LB Curlews etc, then Warm Springs boat ramp and on to the trail by the museum. Visit the museum! All locations are listed on the ECBA website. Select tab for Birding Locations, choose the county and you get a list of favorite birding places. It […]
May Birders’ Night: Of Ravens Wolves and People
Birders' Night in May will be held via Zoom and will feature John Marzluff, PhD. speaking on the topic "Of Ravens, Wolves and People."
Birding Basics session 5: Field Experience – May 21st
Sawyer Park 62999 O. B. Riley Road, Bend, OregonMay Birding Basics: Field Experience Attention novice birders, birders new to Central Oregon, and those who want a refresher course! ECBA is offering a series of free field experiences designed just for […]
Dean Hale Woodpecker Festival
ECBA's signature annual event, the Dean Hale Woodpecker Festival, will be held June 1-4. The festival was started in 2011 to provide an opportunity to birders to visit a beautiful […]
Birding Basics session 6: Field Experience – June 8
Shevlin Park 18920 NW Shevlin Park Rd, Bend, OR, United StatesJune Birding Basics: Field Experience Attention novice birders, birders new to Central Oregon, and those who want a refresher course! ECBA is offering a series of free field experiences designed just for […]
Wednesday Birders – June 14
This is a tentative schedule which can always be altered for exciting opportunities for birds elsewhere, adverse road or weather conditions, etc. When directions aren't given, the intent is to encourage everyone to use the ECBA birding site guide and get used to using those directions and the "how to bird it" tips for the locations. […]
Wednesday Birders
June 21 - Deschutes River Trail, Lava Island. Some of you have already been there this season and can direct others to spots for highlights. Gray Catbird is the celebrity bird there. Meet at 7:00 for carpooling at the Park and Ride off Simpson, near The Pavilion or meet at 7:30 at the start of birding […]
Wednesday Birders
June 28 - Prairie Farm etc. on Green Ridge. Walking along the creek below the dam can be a great spot for thrushes and warblers, i.e., Nashville, etc. Try going up to the hawk watch site for Hermit and Townsend's, maybe Pileated and Sooty Grouse. Bear Springs and Whiskey Springs can be visited to end […]
Wednesday Birders
July 5 - Santiam Pass, PCT for Northern 3-toed, and Lost Lake
Wednesday Birders
July 12 - Todd Lake, Sparks Lake. Arrive early to find parking. Walk the trails around the lakes for finches, chickadees, RS Hawks and waterfowl. Walk 2 to 3 miles.
Wednesday Birders
July 19 - Warm Springs. Boat ramp area, trail near sewage treatment area and then Museum trail. Consider supporting the museum by visiting exhibits.
Wednesday Birders
July 26 - p.m. birding Millican area. Finish after dusk with Poorwill. Time TBD
Wednesday Birders
August 2 - Tumalo Res and Hatfield.