East Cascades Bird Alliance

Wednesday Birders 2024
2024-03-20 00:00, 2024-03-27 00:00, 2024-04-03 00:00, 2024-04-10 00:00, 2024-04-17 00:00, 2024-04-24 00:00, 2024-05-01 00:00, 2024-05-08 00:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | OR
Wednesday Birders is a group of birders, birding, but not a traditional field trip with a named leader who always provides a guided field experience. Everyone helps everyone else, shares, learns and enjoys birding together. Usually some advanced birders are there and are so helpful. All are welcomed. We carpool when possible.
As times vary from week to week, please watch COBOL for details and times which are usually announced a few days prior to Wednesday.
All the locations are listed on our website. From the home page, select Birding Resources, and from the drop-down menu, you can choose Birding by County where you will get a list of favorite birding places including directions to the spots and what birds you might hope to find.
One of the goals of Wednesday Birders is to encourage everyone to use the ECBA birding site guides and get used to using those directions and the “how to bird it” tips for the locations. Simply select the county and the hotspots are listed alphabetically.
Important Notes:

Please remember to read COBOL by Tuesday mornings for last minute details and changes to plans in case of adverse weather, road conditions or detours, bird news or better birding opportunities. Watch COBOL for meeting and carpooling times and places or for changes in the plan.
COBOL is Central Oregon Birders Online. It’s free to join.
Remember to dress for the weather. Be prepared with food, sunscreen, etc. and bring a pair of binoculars. Spotting scopes are helpful on many trips.

For questions and for more information contact Brian MacDonald: brian.macdonald9@gmail.com or ecaudubon@gmail.com

Deschutes Land Trust Nature Night: An Introduction to the Klamath Tribes
2024-03-20 19:00 - 20:30 | Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend, Oregon, 97703
An Introduction to the Klamath Tribes
Join Gabriann Hall of the Klamath Tribes and the Deschutes Land Trust for an evening centered around the Klamath Tribes. Gabriann will share her personal perspective and insight through acknowledging Native history and carrying on the tradition of oral storytelling. Learn about the impact of Termination and Restoration on the Klamath Tribes’ people, then gain a better understanding about current issues related to treaty rights, first foods, and dam removal. Gabriann will finish the evening talking about the Klamath Tribes’ work on water and land restoration.
The Land Trust is working to make our events as accessible as possible. This event will feature:

A free livestream option. Registration is required.
An ASL interpreter.
Accessible parking, a ramped entrance, wheelchair seating, restrooms, water fountains, and assisted listening devices at the Tower Theatre. Learn more.
Please let us know at least one week in advance if there is something we can do or provide to support you in participating in this event to the fullest and we will accommodate as possible.

About Gabriann Hall
Gabriann “Abby” Hall is an enrolled member of the Klamath Tribes. She was born and raised in the Fort Klamath Valley and attended school in Chiloquin, Oregon. She then went on to attend Oregon State University, receiving a Bachelor of Science in Ethnic Studies and a Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies. Gabriann later returned to school and received a Master of Arts in Teaching. She currently teaches Ethnic Studies, Native Studies, and Diversity in Allied Healthcare at Central Oregon Community College.
*This is a Deschutes Land Trust event. Please see their website for more information.

JUST ADDED: March Birders' Night: The Incredible Uniqueness of Baby Birds' Developmental Journey
2024-03-21 19:00 - 21:00 | Environmental Center, 16 N.W. Kansas Ave., Bend, OR
Title: The Incredible Uniqueness of Baby Birds’ Developmental Journey by Elise Wolf
Step into the enchanting world of baby bird development! What’s so intriguing about these feathered marvels? Most baby birds are hidden from view, yet each undertakes a unique and extraordinary developmental journey. From the cozy warmth of the nest to the exhilarating first flight to the bird’s hatch-year challenges, we’ll explore the remarkable transformation of some of these tiny bundles of fluff into graceful avian wonders. We will delve into the fascinating uniqueness of baby birds as they navigate the challenges of fledging the nest and becoming self-sufficient. Join us as we celebrate the boundless wonders of some of our most interesting baby birds.
Elise Wolf has been a wildlife and habitat advocate for 30 years. In 2009, she expanded into also caring for individual birds in need. After training with another rehabilitator for two years, she founded Native Bird Care and started on an educational path to work with birds that were in decline and help fill a critical gap in wildlife rehabilitation. Her training includes hands-on training with some of the top rehabilitators in the country, along with multiple conferences and specialized research and study.
Elise is fascinated with the science behind every species of birds she cares for. To date, she has treated 127 individual species (types) of birds, from hummingbirds up to Trumpeter Swans. She personally writes the Native Bird Care blog and posts on Facebook, applying her extensive knowledge about birds and other important issues. The Source and Nugget Newspapers in Central Oregon publish her writings as well. Community presentations are offered a couple of times a year. Elise will also present an occasional training class on avian rehabilitation.
If you cannot attend in person, join on zoom.

Birding by Ear 2024
2024-03-26 08:00 - 10:00, 2024-04-02 08:00 - 10:00, 2024-04-09 08:00 - 10:00, 2024-04-16 08:00 - 10:00, 2024-04-23 08:00 - 10:00, 2024-04-30 08:00 - 10:00, 2024-05-07 08:00 - 10:00 | Sawyer Park, 62999 O. B. Riley Road, Bend, Oregon
Birding by Ear is a weekly bird walk led by ECBA volunteer Dave Tracy. Meet at Sawyer Park at 8 a.m. prepared to walk a mile on flat, sometimes muddy, trails. New as well as seasoned birders are welcome! Learn to identify the birds you hear, hone the skills you have, or share your talent with others! The walk will take place every Tuesday through early June.

ECBA Board Meeting
2024-04-02 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-05-07 18:00 - 20:00 | OR
East Cascades Bird Alliance Board of Directors meets monthly, on the first Tuesday, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Board meetings are held virtually, via Zoom, and are open to the public. If you are interested in attending, contact ecba@ecbirds.org for a Zoom invitation.

Crooked River Wetlands Saturday Bird Walk
2024-04-06 07:45 - 10:00, 2024-05-04 07:45 - 10:00 | Crooked River Wetlands Complex, 4035 NW Rimrock Acres Loop in Prineville, OR, 4035 NW Rimrock Acres Loop, Prineville, OR, 97754, United States
We lead walks every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month from April through
October.
Due to frigid conditions, we only meet on the 1st Saturday in
November and March.
There are no walks offered in December through February.

In Apr-Oct, we meet at 7:45am and start the 2-hour walk at 8:00am
In Nov. and March, we meet at 9:45 and start at 10:00AM
Some Important Information:
1. No experience is necessary. We usually have at least 2 experienced
leaders who will tell you what birds you are seeing and lots of fun
facts about them. We have loaner binoculars for you to use.
2. If mobility is a problem, we have a 4-person golf cart that trails
the group and can offer rides to anyone who gets tired or sore. The cart
was purchased to carry people who could not otherwise access the
complex. If a participant would like to ride the whole trip, please
contact Chuck Gates at 541-280-4957 or CRWCTOURS@cityofprineville.com to
reserve a seat.
3. Participants are welcome to peel away from the group at any time and
go on their own. They do not have to go the entire two hours.
4. There is no charge for this event. No registration is required.
5. We will meet at the Wetlands Pavilion, located at 4035 Rimrock Acres Loop, Prineville, OR

Harney County Migratory Bird Festival
2024-04-11 - 2024-04-14 | Burns, OR, Burns, OR, 97720, United States
Spend an amazing weekend witnessing the spectacular spring migration in the Harney Basin of Southeast Oregon. View thousands of migratory birds as they rest and feed in the wide-open spaces of Oregon’s high desert. From waterfowl to shorebirds, cranes to raptors, wading birds to songbirds, you’ll see them all! The festival offers non-stop birding activities as well as historical and cultural information sure to entertain you and your family. Whether you’re a beginner or a life-long wildlife enthusiast, the festival has something for everyone. Don’t miss this extraordinary weekend.
Registration opens February 2024

Think Wild's Beaver Walk & The Beaver Believers Film Screening
2024-04-19 16:00 - 19:00 | Lake Creek Lodge, 13375 SW Forest Service Rd., Camp Sherman, OR, 97730, United States
Beaver Natural History Walk & Restoration Site Tour , 4-5 pm
Followed by a screening of The Beaver Believers and Q &A Hosted by Maureen Thompson, Beaver Works Program Manager and Kolleen Miller, Education Director for The Upper Deschutes Watershed Council.
See Think Wild’s website for more details.

April Birder's Night (rescheduled from January)
2024-04-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Environmental Center, 16 N.W. Kansas Ave., Bend, OR
April Birders’ Night: Pinyon Jay Conservation–The Power of Community Science.
Photo Credit: Pinyon Jays – Abbott Schindler.

Join us for Birders’ Night with a presentation on Pinyon Jay Conservation by Ned Bohman from the Great Basin Bird Observatory.

Note that we will not be able to offer this program via Zoom.

Crooked River Wetlands Saturday Bird Walk
2024-04-20 07:45 - 10:00 | OR

Citizen Science Training Opportunity regarding Pinyon Jays (rescheduled from January)
2024-04-20 09:00 - 13:00 | OR
The tutorial and field trip will occur on Saturday January from 9am to noon or 1pm, and will provide participants with the tools to contribute to this worthy cause. Participants will meet at the Meyer Classroom at the Downtown Bend Public Library at 9am where Ned will provide more hands-on information about the community science program, including how to use the application to collect data. The program will then move into the field and hopefully involve observations of Pinyon Jays (though that can’t be guaranteed). The goal of the tutorial and field trip is to provide participants with the ability to collect valuable information about Pinyon Jays for this program.
Advanced sign-up is required for the tutorial and space is limited. This program is currently full. To be added to the waitlist, please send an email to ecba@ecbirds.org.

Earth Day Fair
2024-04-20 11:30 - 15:00 | OR
The Environmental Center is excited to bring back the annual Earth Day celebration in-person on Saturday, April 20, 2024. At this time, we are planning a short parade route through downtown Bend (11:30 am) followed by a street fair on Kansas Ave (12 – 3 pm). This family-friendly event features live music and performances, food trucks, kids’ activities, and a variety of environmental organizations that can help you get connected to local initiatives.

Malheur Spring Shorebird Survey with Bird Alliance of Oregon
2024-04-24 - 2024-04-27 | OR
Join Bird Alliance of Oregon and USFWS staff in supporting the regional effort to survey spring migrating shorebirds in the intermountain west. We’ll survey the Silvies Floodplain, and the Double O, Malheur Lake, and waters of the Blitzen Valley for spring migrating shorebirds. This survey is part of a project organized by Point Blue Bird Observatory and National Audubon, with support from the USFWS. Camping will be available. Camping gear will be available for participants to use during this event. There are some driving routes during this survey. All other routes require a minimum of 5 miles of hiking, with the possibility of 10 miles. Conditions in spring are unpredictable. Wet playas can be difficult to walk on/survey. This survey will present an opportunity for adventure! There are no bathrooms available during this survey. For more information, see here: https://audubonportland.org/events/.

Think Wild's Camp Sherman BeaverHOOD planting
2024-05-08 - 2024-05-09 | Lake Creek Lodge, 13375 SW Forest Service Rd., Camp Sherman, OR, 97730, United States
Camp Sherman BeaverHOOD planting

Wed May 8th 9:00am – Thu 9th 5:00pm

BeaverWorks

Lake Creek Lodge, Camp Sherman, OR 97730, USA

This is two-day project to plant beaver habitat on private land in Camp Sherman, OR.
Difficulty level: Easy/Medium
Itinerary: Volunteers are welcome to arrive on-site or carpool from Think Wild starting at 8 am. Planting will take place between 9AM and 5PM on Wednesday, 5/8 and Thursday 5/9. Come one day or both!
Tasks will include: Digging in soft and rocky soils, planting sticks, installing fencing, pounding t-posts in the ground, hiking, carrying moderately heavy loads of supplies, shoveling dirt.
What you’ll need: A positive attitude and hard work ethic; Plan to bring clothes and food to keep you comfortable throughout the day. There are bathrooms on site.
About the location: This headwater tributary to the Metolious River is a gorgeous piece of private land with significant wildlife viewing opportunities and a long history of stewardship. Because of its unusual geology, ecology, fish and wildlife, and cultural and recreational history, the Metolius River is protected by the National Wild and Scenic River Act of 1988 and Oregon’s Metolius Protection Act. In 2009, the legislature designated the 448 square miles of the Metolius River basin as an Area of Statewide Concern. Volunteers will be an essential part of this new project and learn about and discuss beaver, wildlife habitat, and riparian restoration.
Advance Training and Orientation: Please be sure to also signup for the April 14 Orientation and Training workshop if you plan to participate in this project.
To contextualize this work, consider attending our site tour, beaver natural history walk, and viewing of the Beaver Believers movie on Friday, April 19th at Lake Creek Lodge.

Bird Alliance of Oregon's Birders Connect at Malheur HQ
2024-05-09 17:00 - 18:00 | OR
For this kickoff event, we’ll meet at Malheur HQ at 5:00, bird HQ until 6:30 and then head to the Narrows for more birding and comradery. Join at any time, leave when you need to. Food and drinks available at Jackalope Bar and Grill.
Distance: up to 1.5 miles
Elevation change: <10% grade from parking lot
Trail tread and width: Paved trail, 36” wide
Pacing: We will walk at a slow pace, making frequent stops to enjoy birds and other nature that we discover.
Amenities: ADA parking and bathroom available, water available at Visitor Center
Rest Stops: There are many benches for resting.
For more information, please see here: https://audubonportland.org/events/
