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SUMMARY:Jewell Elementary Outreach - Volunteers needed
DESCRIPTION:Jewell Elementary Education Outreach\nThursday May 14 — In class presentation\nFriday May 15 — Walk to Alpenglow Park to look for birds.\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, May 14th: Come to share a presentation and some specimens\, eg bird nests\, eggs or habitat. We just had a field trip that focused on feathers\, feet and beaks with some specimens about this.\n\n\nClass A: 10-10:30am\nClass B: 10:30-11:00\nClass: 11:45-12:15\n\nFriday May 15th: Have a visual/simple word “nature checklist” for students would be great with pencils and clipboards. If you’d like that translated into Spanish\, send us it word document form and we can send it to translation through the district office. That may give students something to do and focus on as they walk.\n\n\n\n\nTentative schedule:\n9:15-9:45am Walk from Jewell to Alpenglow park\n9:45-11:00 Field Trip (hour and 15 minutes)\n11:00-11:15 Lunch (at climbing rock wall section of park)\n11:15-11:45 Walk to return to Jewell\n\n\n\nEmail Wendy Andrick if you are interested in volunteering at:\necba@ecbirds.org\n\n 
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/jewell-elementary-outreach-volunteers-needed-2/
LOCATION:Oregon
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T074500
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SUMMARY:Crooked River Wetlands Guided Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:In 2026\, Wetlands Walks will be held on the first and third Saturdays of the month starting in April and running through September. The first walk will be April 4\, 2026 and the last walk of the year will be September 19\, 2026. No walks October through March. \nWalks will begin at 8:00AM and conclude at 10:00AM.  We gather at 7:45AM at the Crooked River Wetlands\nPavillion at 4035 NW Rimrock Acres Loop in Prineville. Walks will be about 2 miles. \nThere is no drinkable water at this facility so bring water and dress for Central Oregon\nweather.  A 4-person golf cart is available to carry those who can’t walk the distance. \nFor more information (including reserving space on the golf cart)\, contact Chuck Gates at 541-280-4957 or send email to CRWCTOURS@cityofprineville.com \nSponsored by Prineville Bird Club and Crooked River Volunteers
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/crooked-river-wetlands-guided-bird-walk-7/
LOCATION:Crooked River Wetlands Complex\, 4035 NW Rimrock Acres Loop in Prineville\, OR\, 4035 NW Rimrock Acres Loop\, Prineville\, OR\, 97754\, United States
CATEGORIES:Morning Wetland Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260519T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260519T093000
DTSTAMP:20260610T095257
CREATED:20260309T234352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T234352Z
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SUMMARY:Birding by Ear
DESCRIPTION:Birding by Ear is a weekly bird walk led by ECBA volunteer Dave Tracy and will take place every Tuesday through early June. \nMeet at Sawyer Park at 8 a.m. Bird walks typically last 1-1.5 hours depending on bird activity. We usually cover about 1-1.5 miles over mostly flat trails. \nDepending on the weather\, be prepared to dress for cool\, breezy conditions. Wear suitable clothing and footwear in case of snow and muddy trails. \nNew as well as seasoned birders are welcome! Learn to identifiy the birds you hear\, hone the skills you have\, or share your talent with others! \nIf you haven’t already\, please fill out the ECBA General Activity Waiver. Waivers are required for all ECBA trips. The online waiver takes one minute and you only need to fill one out once per year. Thank you!\nGeneral Activity Waiver
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/birding-by-ear-10/
LOCATION:Sawyer Park\, 62999 O. B. Riley Road\, Bend\, Oregon
CATEGORIES:Birding by Ear,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260523T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260523T113000
DTSTAMP:20260610T095257
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T141503Z
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SUMMARY:Sunriver Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:We will meet at the Sunriver Nature Center at 8:00 am on Saturday. Bring binoculars\, water\, and snacks. Dress for the weather. We will walk 3 – 4 miles with some uneven terrain. Restrooms available. We will finish around 11:30 am depending on the bird sightings. Walk led by Tom Lawler and Diane Burgess. \nWe will do two Sunriver Bird Walks a month April – September. Specific dates and times will be posted on COBOL. Please be aware the start up times change throughout the months.\n\nPlease sign an ECBA activity waiver for this field trip. Sign once for the whole year. The waiver is found on the East Cascades Bird Alliance website under Events. Or\, use this link: https://www.memberplanet.com/s/eastcascadesaudubonsociety/ecasactivitywaiver
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/sunriver-bird-walk-13/
LOCATION:Oregon
CATEGORIES:Weekend Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260526T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260526T093000
DTSTAMP:20260610T095257
CREATED:20260309T234502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T234502Z
UID:17227-1779782400-1779787800@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:Birding by Ear
DESCRIPTION:Birding by Ear is a weekly bird walk led by ECBA volunteer Dave Tracy and will take place every Tuesday through early June. \nMeet at Sawyer Park at 8 a.m. Bird walks typically last 1-1.5 hours depending on bird activity. We usually cover about 1-1.5 miles over mostly flat trails. \nDepending on the weather\, be prepared to dress for cool\, breezy conditions. Wear suitable clothing and footwear in case of snow and muddy trails. \nNew as well as seasoned birders are welcome! Learn to identifiy the birds you hear\, hone the skills you have\, or share your talent with others! \nIf you haven’t already\, please fill out the ECBA General Activity Waiver. Waivers are required for all ECBA trips. The online waiver takes one minute and you only need to fill one out once per year. Thank you!\nGeneral Activity Waiver
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/birding-by-ear-11/
LOCATION:Sawyer Park\, 62999 O. B. Riley Road\, Bend\, Oregon
CATEGORIES:Birding by Ear,Field Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTSTAMP:20260610T095257
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SUMMARY:Summer Lake Shorebird Survey
DESCRIPTION:Where:  Summer Lake Wildlife Area \nWhat:  Volunteers conduct counts of all shorebirds and other waterbirds (excluding waterfowl and American coots) across the entire Summer Lake Wildlife Area. \nWhen: Saturday & Sunday\, May 30 and 31\, 2026 \nWhy:    The survey was established in 2009 to monitor breeding shorebird and other waterbird populations and to document bird responses to habitat enhancement and management actions in each of Summer Lake Wildlife Area’s habitat management units. The Summer Lake Shorebird Survey has been conducted annually (except in 2020) since 2009. \nOn average\, over 3\,100 shorebirds representing the 9 breeding species have been counted.  In addition\, about 5 non-breeding shorebird species have been found each year.   \nSince 2009\, a total of 22 different shorebird species have been recorded including uncommon or rare species such as red knot\, wandering tattler and whimbrel. \nOther waterbirds such as waders\, gulls & terns\, grebes\, pelicans & cormorants\, sandhill cranes and rails are also counted and average over 1\,300 individuals and over 20 species. \nHow: Volunteers count from vehicles along roads\, and/or by foot hiking along dikes and levees\, cross country and/or wading through marsh and shallow ponds to survey all types of wetland habitat.  Volunteers willing to survey by wading/hiking (for 3 or 4 hours) into distant (1 to 2 miles from dikes/roads) are especially needed. \nIn the past\, bicycles\, canoes and kayaks have been used in some areas. \nBinoculars are essential and the use of spotting scopes in many areas is encouraged.     \nVolunteers meet at River Campground on Summer Lake Wildlife Area at 7:30 am and are assigned specific areas to survey. \nHistorically\, some volunteers have camped one of the Wildlife Area’s four primitive sites. Others have chosen commercial lodging at the Lodge at Summer Lake. \nIn the past\, the group found about 120 species of birds throughout the weekend of counting and birding. \nPlease contact Marty St. Louis for additional details and information. \nPO Box 68\, Summer Lake\, OR 97640 \nCell phone: (541)-219-0879 or email: stlouismartin541@gmail.com
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/summer-lake-shorebird-survey-2/
LOCATION:Summer Lake\, 53447 OR-31\, Summer Lake\, OR\, 97640\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Count
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260602T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260602T093000
DTSTAMP:20260610T095257
CREATED:20260309T234619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T234619Z
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SUMMARY:Birding by Ear
DESCRIPTION:Birding by Ear is a weekly bird walk led by ECBA volunteer Dave Tracy and will take place every Tuesday through early June. \nMeet at Sawyer Park at 8 a.m. Bird walks typically last 1-1.5 hours depending on bird activity. We usually cover about 1-1.5 miles over mostly flat trails. \nDepending on the weather\, be prepared to dress for cool\, breezy conditions. Wear suitable clothing and footwear in case of snow and muddy trails. \nNew as well as seasoned birders are welcome! Learn to identifiy the birds you hear\, hone the skills you have\, or share your talent with others! \nIf you haven’t already\, please fill out the ECBA General Activity Waiver. Waivers are required for all ECBA trips. The online waiver takes one minute and you only need to fill one out once per year. Thank you!\nGeneral Activity Waiver
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/birding-by-ear-12/
LOCATION:Sawyer Park\, 62999 O. B. Riley Road\, Bend\, Oregon
CATEGORIES:Birding by Ear,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260603T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260603T190000
DTSTAMP:20260610T095257
CREATED:20260413T022352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T023123Z
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SUMMARY:Author Robert Macfarlane Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Join author Robert Macfarlane for an in‑person event on Wednesday\, June 3rd\, at The Belfry to celebrate his new book “The Book of Birds” and the paperback release of “Is a River Alive?”. \nRobert will be in conversation with Lane Jacobson\, owner of Paulina Springs Books. They’ll talk about the inspirations behind these new books\, how attention to birds and rivers can change the way we move through the world\, and what it means to write about nature in a time of ecological crisis. The conversation will be followed by an audience Q&A. \nAll standard tickets ($35) include one pre-signed copy of The Book of Birds\, which will be available for pickup at the event. Purchase of a standard ticket includes the option to purchase a single guest ticket for $15. \nLearn more and buy tickets at: \nhttps://www.paulinaspringsbooks.com/events/5000820260603 \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/author-robert-macfarlane-presentation/
LOCATION:Belfry\, 302 E. Main Ave\, Sisters\, OR\, 97759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260608
DTSTAMP:20260610T095257
CREATED:20260112T013956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T013956Z
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SUMMARY:Dean Hale Woodpecker Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Join ECBA for a free guided birding outings on June 5-7. Details and link to register forthcoming.
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/dean-hale-woodpecker-weekend-2/
LOCATION:Oregon
CATEGORIES:Weekend Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260606T074500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260606T100000
DTSTAMP:20260610T095257
CREATED:20260330T033102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T033102Z
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SUMMARY:Crooked River Wetlands Guided Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:In 2026\, Wetlands Walks will be held on the first and third Saturdays of the month starting in April and running through September. The first walk will be April 4\, 2026 and the last walk of the year will be September 19\, 2026. No walks October through March. \nWalks will begin at 8:00AM and conclude at 10:00AM.  We gather at 7:45AM at the Crooked River Wetlands\nPavillion at 4035 NW Rimrock Acres Loop in Prineville. Walks will be about 2 miles. \nThere is no drinkable water at this facility so bring water and dress for Central Oregon\nweather.  A 4-person golf cart is available to carry those who can’t walk the distance. \nFor more information (including reserving space on the golf cart)\, contact Chuck Gates at 541-280-4957 or send email to CRWCTOURS@cityofprineville.com \nSponsored by Prineville Bird Club and Crooked River Volunteers
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/crooked-river-wetlands-guided-bird-walk/
LOCATION:Crooked River Wetlands Complex\, 4035 NW Rimrock Acres Loop in Prineville\, OR\, 4035 NW Rimrock Acres Loop\, Prineville\, OR\, 97754\, United States
CATEGORIES:Morning Wetland Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260610T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260610T070000
DTSTAMP:20260610T095257
CREATED:20260609T150438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T150500Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Birders
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAs times vary from week to week\, please watch COBOL for details and times which are usually announced a few days prior to Wednesday. \nAll 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. \nOne 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. \nImportant Notes: \n\nPlease 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.\nCOBOL is Central Oregon Birders Online.  It’s free to join.\nRemember to dress for the weather. Be prepared with food\, sunscreen\, etc. and bring a pair of binoculars. Spotting scopes are helpful on many trips.\n\nFor questions and for more information contact: dukedt@gmail OR brian.macdonald9@gmail.com or brianmacdonald0458 in Discord
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/wednesday-birders-38/
LOCATION:Oregon
CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Wednesday Birders
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260611T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260611T193000
DTSTAMP:20260610T095257
CREATED:20251223T232836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T165958Z
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SUMMARY:Birders' Night: How to count four and a half million raptors… Veracruz and its River of Raptors with Steve Dougill
DESCRIPTION:How to count four and a half million raptors… Veracruz and its River of Raptors with Steve Dougill. \nNorth America hosts the largest raptor migration in the world each fall in Veracruz\, Mexico. But it’s a lot more than just the birds of prey; there’s millions of migrating songbirds and storks and pelicans and anhinga … and clouds of dragonflies and colorful butterflies. It’s also a compelling story of the biologists who grew up in the small rural communities\, and the non-profit that runs the counts\, the education programs\, forges conservation partnerships with local land owners\, and hosts several MOTUS towers. Steve was lucky enough to work here for a season and so he will bring you the story and explain how to count millions of migrating raptors. \nAbout Steve.  He grew up birding\, as a young kid in the UK\, and has been keen on wildlife and conservation ever since.  He has worked in many different wildlife positions around the world in both paid and volunteer capacity and now splits his time between getting paid to work with endangered birds in Southern Nevada in the summer and leading birds tours for part of the winter.  In between\, he bases himself in eastern Washington\, close to the Idaho State border.  He is very energized to share birds and their conservation with others and has been president of a local Audubon group in Oregon as well as heading up some fun citizen  science projects.  He does these tours because he loves sharing; he loves birding with an energetic group; and\, he loves supporting the local guides and non-profits he partners with. His next goals are to work more directly with kids\, to get his book published and to teach a beginning birding class to engage others in the love of birds. \nThe program will start at 6pm. Feel free to come early for dinner and a beverage. There is typically a nice group there by 5:00pm or so. \nSeating is first come\, first serve\, so come early! \nAnd Worthy Brewing offers a nice Happy Hour Menu from 3-6pm.
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/birders-night-how-to-count-four-and-a-half-million-raptors-veracruz-and-its-river-of-raptors-with-steve-dougill/
LOCATION:Worthy Brewing\, 495 NE Bellevue Dr\, Bend\, OR\, 97701
CATEGORIES:Birder's Night
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260613T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260613T113000
DTSTAMP:20260610T095257
CREATED:20260609T152918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T153008Z
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SUMMARY:Sunriver Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:We will meet at the Sunriver Nature Center at 8:00 am on Saturday. Bring binoculars\, water\, and snacks. Dress for the weather. We will walk 3 – 4 miles with some uneven terrain. Restrooms available. We will finish around 11:30 am depending on the bird sightings. Walk led by Tom Lawler and Diane Burgess. \nWe will do two Sunriver Bird Walks a month April – September. Specific dates and times will be posted on COBOL. Please be aware the start up times change throughout the months.\n\nPlease sign an ECBA activity waiver for this field trip. Sign once for the whole year. The waiver is found on the East Cascades Bird Alliance website under Events. Or\, use this link: https://www.memberplanet.com/s/eastcascadesaudubonsociety/ecasactivitywaiver
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/sunriver-bird-walk-14/
LOCATION:Oregon
CATEGORIES:Weekend Field Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260617
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260618
DTSTAMP:20260610T095257
CREATED:20260609T150829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T150829Z
UID:17753-1781654400-1781740799@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:Wednesday Birders
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAs times vary from week to week\, please watch COBOL for details and times which are usually announced a few days prior to Wednesday. \nAll 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. \nOne 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. \nImportant Notes: \n\nPlease 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.\nCOBOL is Central Oregon Birders Online.  It’s free to join.\nRemember to dress for the weather. Be prepared with food\, sunscreen\, etc. and bring a pair of binoculars. Spotting scopes are helpful on many trips.\n\nFor questions and for more information contact: dukedt@gmail OR brian.macdonald9@gmail.com or brianmacdonald0458 in Discord
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/wednesday-birders-40/
LOCATION:Oregon
CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Wednesday Birders
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260620T074500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260620T100000
DTSTAMP:20260610T095257
CREATED:20260330T033235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T033235Z
UID:17337-1781941500-1781949600@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:Crooked River Wetlands Guided Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:In 2026\, Wetlands Walks will be held on the first and third Saturdays of the month starting in April and running through September. The first walk will be April 4\, 2026 and the last walk of the year will be September 19\, 2026. No walks October through March. \nWalks will begin at 8:00AM and conclude at 10:00AM.  We gather at 7:45AM at the Crooked River Wetlands\nPavillion at 4035 NW Rimrock Acres Loop in Prineville. Walks will be about 2 miles. \nThere is no drinkable water at this facility so bring water and dress for Central Oregon\nweather.  A 4-person golf cart is available to carry those who can’t walk the distance. \nFor more information (including reserving space on the golf cart)\, contact Chuck Gates at 541-280-4957 or send email to CRWCTOURS@cityofprineville.com \nSponsored by Prineville Bird Club and Crooked River Volunteers
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/crooked-river-wetlands-guided-bird-walk-3/
LOCATION:Crooked River Wetlands Complex\, 4035 NW Rimrock Acres Loop in Prineville\, OR\, 4035 NW Rimrock Acres Loop\, Prineville\, OR\, 97754\, United States
CATEGORIES:Morning Wetland Walks
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260624
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260625
DTSTAMP:20260610T095257
CREATED:20260609T150632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T150709Z
UID:17751-1782259200-1782345599@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:Wednesday Birders
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAs times vary from week to week\, please watch COBOL for details and times which are usually announced a few days prior to Wednesday. \nAll 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. \nOne 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. \nImportant Notes: \n\nPlease 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.\nCOBOL is Central Oregon Birders Online.  It’s free to join.\nRemember to dress for the weather. Be prepared with food\, sunscreen\, etc. and bring a pair of binoculars. Spotting scopes are helpful on many trips.\n\nFor questions and for more information contact: dukedt@gmail OR brian.macdonald9@gmail.com or brianmacdonald0458 in Discord
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/wednesday-birders-39/
LOCATION:Oregon
CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Wednesday Birders
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T113000
DTSTAMP:20260610T095257
CREATED:20260609T153131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T153131Z
UID:17767-1782547200-1782559800@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:Sunriver Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:We will meet at the Sunriver Nature Center at 8:00 am on Saturday. Bring binoculars\, water\, and snacks. Dress for the weather. We will walk 3 – 4 miles with some uneven terrain. Restrooms available. We will finish around 11:30 am depending on the bird sightings. Walk led by Tom Lawler and Diane Burgess. \nWe will do two Sunriver Bird Walks a month April – September. Specific dates and times will be posted on COBOL. Please be aware the start up times change throughout the months.\n\nPlease sign an ECBA activity waiver for this field trip. Sign once for the whole year. The waiver is found on the East Cascades Bird Alliance website under Events. Or\, use this link: https://www.memberplanet.com/s/eastcascadesaudubonsociety/ecasactivitywaiver
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/sunriver-bird-walk-15/
LOCATION:Oregon
CATEGORIES:Weekend Field Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260702
DTSTAMP:20260610T095257
CREATED:20260609T150947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T150947Z
UID:17755-1782864000-1782950399@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:Wednesday Birders
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAs times vary from week to week\, please watch COBOL for details and times which are usually announced a few days prior to Wednesday. \nAll 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. \nOne 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. \nImportant Notes: \n\nPlease 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.\nCOBOL is Central Oregon Birders Online.  It’s free to join.\nRemember to dress for the weather. Be prepared with food\, sunscreen\, etc. and bring a pair of binoculars. Spotting scopes are helpful on many trips.\n\nFor questions and for more information contact: dukedt@gmail OR brian.macdonald9@gmail.com or brianmacdonald0458 in Discord
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/wednesday-birders-41/
LOCATION:Oregon
CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Wednesday Birders
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260704T074500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260704T100000
DTSTAMP:20260610T095257
CREATED:20260330T033417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T033417Z
UID:17338-1783151100-1783159200@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:Crooked River Wetlands Guided Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:In 2026\, Wetlands Walks will be held on the first and third Saturdays of the month starting in April and running through September. The first walk will be April 4\, 2026 and the last walk of the year will be September 19\, 2026. No walks October through March. \nWalks will begin at 8:00AM and conclude at 10:00AM.  We gather at 7:45AM at the Crooked River Wetlands\nPavillion at 4035 NW Rimrock Acres Loop in Prineville. Walks will be about 2 miles. \nThere is no drinkable water at this facility so bring water and dress for Central Oregon\nweather.  A 4-person golf cart is available to carry those who can’t walk the distance. \nFor more information (including reserving space on the golf cart)\, contact Chuck Gates at 541-280-4957 or send email to CRWCTOURS@cityofprineville.com \nSponsored by Prineville Bird Club and Crooked River Volunteers
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/crooked-river-wetlands-guided-bird-walk-5/
LOCATION:Crooked River Wetlands Complex\, 4035 NW Rimrock Acres Loop in Prineville\, OR\, 4035 NW Rimrock Acres Loop\, Prineville\, OR\, 97754\, United States
CATEGORIES:Morning Wetland Walks
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260707T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260707T180000
DTSTAMP:20260610T095257
CREATED:20260112T013209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T013209Z
UID:16883-1783440000-1783447200@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:ECBA Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:East Cascades Bird Alliance Board of Directors meets monthly\, on the first Tuesday.
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/ecba-board-meeting-5/
LOCATION:Oregon
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260709
DTSTAMP:20260610T095257
CREATED:20260609T151041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T151041Z
UID:17757-1783468800-1783555199@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:Wednesday Birders
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAs times vary from week to week\, please watch COBOL for details and times which are usually announced a few days prior to Wednesday. \nAll 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. \nOne 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. \nImportant Notes: \n\nPlease 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.\nCOBOL is Central Oregon Birders Online.  It’s free to join.\nRemember to dress for the weather. Be prepared with food\, sunscreen\, etc. and bring a pair of binoculars. Spotting scopes are helpful on many trips.\n\nFor questions and for more information contact: dukedt@gmail OR brian.macdonald9@gmail.com or brianmacdonald0458 in Discord
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/wednesday-birders-42/
LOCATION:Oregon
CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Wednesday Birders
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260709T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260709T193000
DTSTAMP:20260610T095257
CREATED:20251223T191016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T185955Z
UID:16754-1783620000-1783625400@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:Birders' Night: Tracking Lewis’s Woodpecker Migration Using Motus Technology with Kaly Adkins
DESCRIPTION:Birders’ Night: Tracking Lewis’s Woodpecker Migration Using Motus Technology with Kaly Adkins \nCome learn about how wildlife biologists from the state\, a variety of NGOs and Cal Poly Humboldt have collaborated to learn about migratory pathways of Lewis’s Woodpeckers throughout the PNW using Motus wildlife tracking technology. This technology can be expanded to a variety of small-bodied wildlife and is helping to unravel the mystery of migration for many of these species. Kaly Adkins is a Regional Wildlife Diversity Biologist for the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife in Bend that specializes in species of greatest conservation need east of the crest of the Cascades in Oregon. \nIf you want to learn more about MOTUS towers before the Birders’ Night\, you can listen to a podcast that Kaly did with Northwest Nature Matters on this topic. Here is the link to the podcast episode: http://nwnaturematters.libsyn.com/motus-a-collaborative-research-network-tracking-wildlife-movement \nThe program will start at 6pm. Feel free to come early for dinner and a beverage. There is typically a nice group there by 5:00pm or so. \nSeating is first come\, first serve\, so come early! \nAnd Worthy Brewing offers a nice Happy Hour Menu from 3-6pm.
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/birders-night-tracking-lewiss-woodpecker-migration-using-motus-technology-with-kaly-adkins/
LOCATION:Worthy Brewing\, 495 NE Bellevue Dr\, Bend\, OR\, 97701
CATEGORIES:Birder's Night
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260711T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260711T113000
DTSTAMP:20260610T095257
CREATED:20260609T153302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T153302Z
UID:17769-1783756800-1783769400@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:Sunriver Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:We will meet at the Sunriver Nature Center at 8:00 am on Saturday. Bring binoculars\, water\, and snacks. Dress for the weather. We will walk 3 – 4 miles with some uneven terrain. Restrooms available. We will finish around 11:30 am depending on the bird sightings. Walk led by Tom Lawler and Diane Burgess. \nWe will do two Sunriver Bird Walks a month April – September. Specific dates and times will be posted on COBOL. Please be aware the start up times change throughout the months.\n\nPlease sign an ECBA activity waiver for this field trip. Sign once for the whole year. The waiver is found on the East Cascades Bird Alliance website under Events. Or\, use this link: https://www.memberplanet.com/s/eastcascadesaudubonsociety/ecasactivitywaiver
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/sunriver-bird-walk-16/
LOCATION:Oregon
CATEGORIES:Weekend Field Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260715
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260716
DTSTAMP:20260610T095257
CREATED:20260609T151145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T151145Z
UID:17759-1784073600-1784159999@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:Wednesday Birders
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAs times vary from week to week\, please watch COBOL for details and times which are usually announced a few days prior to Wednesday. \nAll 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. \nOne 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. \nImportant Notes: \n\nPlease 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.\nCOBOL is Central Oregon Birders Online.  It’s free to join.\nRemember to dress for the weather. Be prepared with food\, sunscreen\, etc. and bring a pair of binoculars. Spotting scopes are helpful on many trips.\n\nFor questions and for more information contact: dukedt@gmail OR brian.macdonald9@gmail.com or brianmacdonald0458 in Discord
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/wednesday-birders-43/
LOCATION:Oregon
CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Wednesday Birders
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260718T074500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260718T100000
DTSTAMP:20260610T095257
CREATED:20260330T033549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T033549Z
UID:17342-1784360700-1784368800@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:Crooked River Wetlands Guided Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:In 2026\, Wetlands Walks will be held on the first and third Saturdays of the month starting in April and running through September. The first walk will be April 4\, 2026 and the last walk of the year will be September 19\, 2026. No walks October through March. \nWalks will begin at 8:00AM and conclude at 10:00AM.  We gather at 7:45AM at the Crooked River Wetlands\nPavillion at 4035 NW Rimrock Acres Loop in Prineville. Walks will be about 2 miles. \nThere is no drinkable water at this facility so bring water and dress for Central Oregon\nweather.  A 4-person golf cart is available to carry those who can’t walk the distance. \nFor more information (including reserving space on the golf cart)\, contact Chuck Gates at 541-280-4957 or send email to CRWCTOURS@cityofprineville.com \nSponsored by Prineville Bird Club and Crooked River Volunteers
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/crooked-river-wetlands-guided-bird-walk-6/
LOCATION:Crooked River Wetlands Complex\, 4035 NW Rimrock Acres Loop in Prineville\, OR\, 4035 NW Rimrock Acres Loop\, Prineville\, OR\, 97754\, United States
CATEGORIES:Morning Wetland Walks
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260722
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260723
DTSTAMP:20260610T095257
CREATED:20260609T151254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T151254Z
UID:17761-1784678400-1784764799@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:Wednesday Birders
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAs times vary from week to week\, please watch COBOL for details and times which are usually announced a few days prior to Wednesday. \nAll 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. \nOne 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. \nImportant Notes: \n\nPlease 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.\nCOBOL is Central Oregon Birders Online.  It’s free to join.\nRemember to dress for the weather. Be prepared with food\, sunscreen\, etc. and bring a pair of binoculars. Spotting scopes are helpful on many trips.\n\nFor questions and for more information contact: dukedt@gmail OR brian.macdonald9@gmail.com or brianmacdonald0458 in Discord
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/wednesday-birders-44/
LOCATION:Oregon
CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Wednesday Birders
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260725T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260725T113000
DTSTAMP:20260610T095257
CREATED:20260609T153424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T153424Z
UID:17771-1784966400-1784979000@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:Sunriver Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:We will meet at the Sunriver Nature Center at 8:00 am on Saturday. Bring binoculars\, water\, and snacks. Dress for the weather. We will walk 3 – 4 miles with some uneven terrain. Restrooms available. We will finish around 11:30 am depending on the bird sightings. Walk led by Tom Lawler and Diane Burgess. \nWe will do two Sunriver Bird Walks a month April – September. Specific dates and times will be posted on COBOL. Please be aware the start up times change throughout the months.\n\nPlease sign an ECBA activity waiver for this field trip. Sign once for the whole year. The waiver is found on the East Cascades Bird Alliance website under Events. Or\, use this link: https://www.memberplanet.com/s/eastcascadesaudubonsociety/ecasactivitywaiver
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/sunriver-bird-walk-17/
LOCATION:Oregon
CATEGORIES:Weekend Field Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260729
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260730
DTSTAMP:20260610T095257
CREATED:20260609T151410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T151410Z
UID:17763-1785283200-1785369599@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:Wednesday Birders
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAs times vary from week to week\, please watch COBOL for details and times which are usually announced a few days prior to Wednesday. \nAll 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. \nOne 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. \nImportant Notes: \n\nPlease 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.\nCOBOL is Central Oregon Birders Online.  It’s free to join.\nRemember to dress for the weather. Be prepared with food\, sunscreen\, etc. and bring a pair of binoculars. Spotting scopes are helpful on many trips.\n\nFor questions and for more information contact: dukedt@gmail OR brian.macdonald9@gmail.com or brianmacdonald0458 in Discord
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/wednesday-birders-45/
LOCATION:Oregon
CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Wednesday Birders
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260804T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260804T180000
DTSTAMP:20260610T095257
CREATED:20260112T013329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T013329Z
UID:16885-1785859200-1785866400@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:ECBA Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:East Cascades Bird Alliance Board of Directors meets monthly\, on the first Tuesday.
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/ecba-board-meeting-6/
LOCATION:Oregon
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260813T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260813T193000
DTSTAMP:20260610T095257
CREATED:20251223T232950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T190042Z
UID:16760-1786644000-1786649400@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:Birders' Night: Ducks Unlimited Wetland Restoration for Wetland Habitat with Ashley Tunstall
DESCRIPTION:Ducks Unlimited Wetland Restoration for Wetland Habitat\n\nJoin Ashley Tunstall\, Ducks Unlimited Southeast Oregon biologist\, to learn more about DU’s wetland restoration work for waterfowl and wetlands in the Oregon SONEC. From stream restoration to dam replacement\, Ashley’s work runs the gambit to improve watershed conditions for wetland dependent species in this critical migratory stopover habitat. Learn about the active restoration work going on in your backyard in eastern Oregon on both public and private lands!”\n\nThe program will start at 6pm. Feel free to come early for dinner and a beverage. There is typically a nice group there by 5:00pm or so.\n\nSeating is first come\, first serve\, so come early! \n\nAnd Worthy Brewing offers a nice Happy Hour Menu from 3-6pm.
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/birders-night-ashley-tunstall-ducks-unlimited/
LOCATION:Worthy Brewing\, 495 NE Bellevue Dr\, Bend\, OR\, 97701
CATEGORIES:Birder's Night
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR