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SUMMARY:Birding by Ear 2024
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/birding-by-ear-2024-3/
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:20240522T000000
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Birders 2024
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 Brian MacDonald: brian.macdonald9@gmail.com  or ecaudubon@gmail.com
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/wednesday-birders-2024-2-2-7/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Birders
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240528T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240528T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131739
CREATED:20240316T204249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240316T204249Z
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SUMMARY:Birding by Ear 2024
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/birding-by-ear-2024-4/
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:20240529T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240529T000000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131739
CREATED:20240327T172033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T172300Z
UID:14073-1716940800-1716940800@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:Wednesday Birders 2024
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 Brian MacDonald: brian.macdonald9@gmail.com  or ecaudubon@gmail.com
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/wednesday-birders-2024-2-2-8/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Birders
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240603
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SUMMARY:Dean Hale Woodpecker Festival 2024
DESCRIPTION:ECBA’s signature annual event\, the Dean Hale Woodpecker Festival\, will be held from May 30th to June 2nd.  Please save the date.  More details to follow in 2024. \nThe festival was started in 2011 to provide an opportunity for birders to visit a beautiful area and enjoy our local birds. There are 11 nesting species of woodpeckers that exist in the area and there is a good chance to see them all\,  as well as lots of other cool birds. \nCentered in Sisters\, the festival is focused on field trips and meeting other birders. The environment is fun\, low-key\, and casual. Local birders lead the tours and group size is restricted by the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) on USFS lands. We follow ethical birding practices\, minimize play-backs\, and have strict protocols about approaching nests. \nThe festival is entirely organized and run by its volunteers. Named after Dean Hale who was tragically killed in a car accident in 2012\, the festival is part of Dean’s legacy as a birder par excellence and consummate conservationist and teacher. In his spirit\, we want to share our enthusiasm\, help you to see great birds\, and have a fun time.
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/dean-hale-woodpecker-festival-2024/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Crooked River Wetlands Saturday Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:We lead walks every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month from April through\nOctober.\nDue to frigid conditions\, we only meet on the 1st Saturday in\nNovember and March.\nThere are no walks offered in December through February. \n\nIn Apr-Oct\, we meet at 7:45am and start the 2-hour walk at 8:00am\nIn Nov. and March\, we meet at 9:45 and start at 10:00AM \nSome Important Information:\n1. No experience is necessary.  We usually have at least 2 experienced\nleaders who will tell you what birds you are seeing and lots of fun\nfacts about them.  We have loaner binoculars for you to use.\n2. If mobility is a problem\, we have a 4-person golf cart that trails\nthe group and can offer rides to anyone who gets tired or sore. The cart\nwas purchased to carry people who could not otherwise access the\ncomplex.  If a participant would like to ride the whole trip\, please\ncontact Chuck Gates at 541-280-4957 or CRWCTOURS@cityofprineville.com to\nreserve a seat.\n3. Participants are welcome to peel away from the group at any time and\ngo on their own.  They do not have to go the entire two hours.\n4. There is no charge for this event. No registration is required.\n5. We will meet at the Wetlands Pavilion\, located at 4035 Rimrock Acres Loop\, Prineville\, OR
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/crooked-river-wetlands-saturday-bird-walk-745-am-1000-am-2-2/
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:20240605T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240605T000000
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CREATED:20240327T172135Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Birders 2024
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 Brian MacDonald: brian.macdonald9@gmail.com  or ecaudubon@gmail.com
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/wednesday-birders-2024-2-2-10/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Birders
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240608T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240608T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131739
CREATED:20240120T195731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240120T195731Z
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SUMMARY:Delintment Lake with Bird Alliance of Oregon
DESCRIPTION:Meet at Spark Collaborative Studio at 8:30 (parking available on Adams\, east of Broadway). We will caravan to Delintment Lake\, arriving around 9:30. Starting at the dam\, we’ll make our way around Delintment\, looking for Williamson’s Sapsuckers\, waterfowl\, and other passerines. After the almost 2-mile hike around the lake\, we’ll have the option to meander up the Delintment Creek Trail. This trail travels through a burn scar from a 2007 fire and going can be rough due to downed snags. We’ll travel about 1-mile up the trail\, looking for shrub-loving forest birds\, before heading back toward the dam. \n  \nDistance: Four miles total with approximately 2-miles around Delintment Lake\, approximately 2-miles on the Delintment Creek Trail. \nElevation change: less than 100ft \nTrail tread and width: Undeveloped/unmaintained footpath with uneven surface and some climbing over downs snags/logs required \nPacing: We will move at a slow pace with frequent stops to look for birds\, plants\, insects\, and other bits of nature. \nAmenities: ADA parking and bathroom available\, water available at trailhead \nRest Stops: There are no benches along the route we will be traveling. \nFor more information\, see here: https://audubonportland.org/events/
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/delintment-lake-with-portland-audubon/
LOCATION:OR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240611T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240611T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131739
CREATED:20231217T193528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231228T193643Z
UID:13378-1718128800-1718136000@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:ECBA Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/ecas-board-meeting-5/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240612T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240612T000000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131739
CREATED:20240327T172417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T172417Z
UID:14072-1718150400-1718150400@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:Wednesday Birders 2024
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 Brian MacDonald: brian.macdonald9@gmail.com  or ecaudubon@gmail.com
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/wednesday-birders-2024-2-2-9/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Birders
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240613T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240613T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131739
CREATED:20240120T200730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240120T200730Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Alliance of Oregon's Birders Connect at Idlewild Campground
DESCRIPTION:For this outing\, we’re flipping the script and socializing first. Want some time to socialize with other birders? Meet at The Central Hotel at 6:30 and grab dinner or a drink. Want to just go look for Flammulated Owls? Meet at The Central Hotel at 7:30. From there\, we’ll head to the Idlewild Picnic Shelter. From there\, we’ll bird through the forest and along shrubby areas where Green-tailed Towhee are often spotted. The Idlewild campground is also a great opportunity to view White-headed Woodpecker\, Cassin’s Finch\, and other forest-nesting bird species. \nDistance: 1-2 miles \nElevation change: 500ft total (up and down)\, average grade 5% \nTrail tread and width: Tread is paved and >36” wide \nPacing: We will move at a slow pace\, stopping frequently to look at birds and other forest finds. \nAmenities:  There are ADA outhouses and water available at the picnic shelter \nRest Stops: Unoccupied campsites have picnic tables that can be used for seating as needed \nFor more information\, please see here: https://audubonportland.org/events/
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/portland-audubons-birders-connect-at-idlewild-campground/
LOCATION:OR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240614T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240614T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131739
CREATED:20240120T195849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240120T195849Z
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SUMMARY:P-Ranch River Walk with Bird Alliance of Oregon
DESCRIPTION:The stretch of the Blitzen River that extends north from P-Ranch is a popular stop for many visitors to Malheur NWR. The mix of habitats along the river create abundant opportunities for observing birds and the occasional beaver or other mammal. We will walk from the trailhead for the River Trail\, up the river approximately 1 mile\, on the return trip\, we’ll detour to the Long Barn and look for nesting Great Horned Owls. If time allows\, we’ll also bird in the P-Ranch orchard. \n  \nDistance: 2 miles \nElevation change: less than 10% grade from parking lot \nTrail tread and width: Graveled maintenance road\, 36” wide \nPacing: We will move at a slow pace with frequent stops to look for birds\, plants\, insects\, and other bits of nature. \nAmenities: ADA parking\, picnic tables\, and bathroom available \nRest Stops: Participants can take breaks as needed\, there are no benches along the river\, but there are a few benches near the Long Barn. \nSee here for more information: https://audubonportland.org/events/
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/p-ranch-river-walk-with-portland-audubon/
LOCATION:OR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240615T074500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240615T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131739
CREATED:20240128T012337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T203755Z
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SUMMARY:Crooked River Wetlands Saturday Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:We lead walks every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month from April through\nOctober.\nDue to frigid conditions\, we only meet on the 1st Saturday in\nNovember and March.\nThere are no walks offered in December through February. \n\nIn Apr-Oct\, we meet at 7:45am and start the 2-hour walk at 8:00am\nIn Nov. and March\, we meet at 9:45 and start at 10:00AM \nSome Important Information:\n1. No experience is necessary.  We usually have at least 2 experienced\nleaders who will tell you what birds you are seeing and lots of fun\nfacts about them.  We have loaner binoculars for you to use.\n2. If mobility is a problem\, we have a 4-person golf cart that trails\nthe group and can offer rides to anyone who gets tired or sore. The cart\nwas purchased to carry people who could not otherwise access the\ncomplex.  If a participant would like to ride the whole trip\, please\ncontact Chuck Gates at 541-280-4957 or CRWCTOURS@cityofprineville.com to\nreserve a seat.\n3. Participants are welcome to peel away from the group at any time and\ngo on their own.  They do not have to go the entire two hours.\n4. There is no charge for this event. No registration is required.\n5. We will meet at the Wetlands Pavilion\, located at 4035 Rimrock Acres Loop\, Prineville\, OR
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/crooked-river-wetlands-saturday-bird-walk-745-am-1000-am-2-2-2/
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:20240615T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240615T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131739
CREATED:20240504T185027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240504T185027Z
UID:14409-1718442000-1718449200@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:Glenn Cantor Mindful Birding Series
DESCRIPTION:The Deschutes Land Trust in collaboration with East Cascades Bird Alliance invites everyone to this accessible and inclusive program which returns this year as requested by participants.  Glenn Cantor\, a much loved member of our birding community who recently passed\, was one of the participants who expressed great enthusiasm about this new program and had looked forward to attending again.  This program has been named in memory of Glenn’s irrepressible smile as he described his feelings of delight and connection after the last mindful birding event. \nThe first of this year’s series is a two hour event from 9-11 AM on Saturday June 15th at the Land Trust’s Camp Polk Meadow Preserve.  There will be a brief introduction followed by at least an hour of silent sitting outside and then some sharing and discussion. \nNote that participants will need to complete liability waivers for Deschutes Land Trust and the East Cascades Bird Alliance.  Registration is limited to 20 attendees and an RSVP is required to attend this event. \nRegistration for ECBA members is through MemberPlanet.
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/glenn-cantor-mindful-birding-series/
LOCATION:The Deschutes Land Trust’s Camp Polk Meadow Preserve\, Cemetery Rd.\, Sisters\, OR\, 97759\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240619T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240619T000000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131739
CREATED:20240327T172443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T172443Z
UID:14069-1718755200-1718755200@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:Wednesday Birders 2024
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 Brian MacDonald: brian.macdonald9@gmail.com  or ecaudubon@gmail.com
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/wednesday-birders-2024-2-2-11/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Birders
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240619
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240623
DTSTAMP:20260403T131739
CREATED:20240120T194138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240120T194138Z
UID:13589-1718755200-1719100799@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:Malheur Interior West Snowy Plover Survey with Bird Alliance of Oregon
DESCRIPTION:Join Bird Alliance of Oregon and USFWS staff in surveying for Snowy Plovers and other shorebirds on the playas of the Double O unit of Malheur National Wildlife Refuge. These areas are typically closed to the public so this is a great opportunity to see parts of the Refuge that not many people get to see while also giving back to Malheur and the birds who breed and stopover here. Camping will be provided. Camping gear is available for participants to use during this event. All routes for this survey require hiking more than 5 miles roundtrip\, many require hiking up to 10 miles roundtrip. There will be no bathrooms during this survey.  For more information\, please see here: https://audubonportland.org/events/.
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/malheur-interior-west-snowy-plover-survey-with-portland-audubon/
LOCATION:OR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240626T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240626T000000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131739
CREATED:20240327T172515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T172515Z
UID:14068-1719360000-1719360000@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:Wednesday Birders 2024
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 Brian MacDonald: brian.macdonald9@gmail.com  or ecaudubon@gmail.com
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/wednesday-birders-2024-2-2-12/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Wednesday Birders
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240702T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240702T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131739
CREATED:20231217T193741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231228T193640Z
UID:13380-1719943200-1719950400@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:ECBA Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/ecas-board-meeting-6/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240706T074500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240706T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131739
CREATED:20240128T012452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T203736Z
UID:13671-1720251900-1720260000@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:Crooked River Wetlands Saturday Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:We lead walks every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month from April through\nOctober.\nDue to frigid conditions\, we only meet on the 1st Saturday in\nNovember and March.\nThere are no walks offered in December through February. \n\nIn Apr-Oct\, we meet at 7:45am and start the 2-hour walk at 8:00am\nIn Nov. and March\, we meet at 9:45 and start at 10:00AM \nSome Important Information:\n1. No experience is necessary.  We usually have at least 2 experienced\nleaders who will tell you what birds you are seeing and lots of fun\nfacts about them.  We have loaner binoculars for you to use.\n2. If mobility is a problem\, we have a 4-person golf cart that trails\nthe group and can offer rides to anyone who gets tired or sore. The cart\nwas purchased to carry people who could not otherwise access the\ncomplex.  If a participant would like to ride the whole trip\, please\ncontact Chuck Gates at 541-280-4957 or CRWCTOURS@cityofprineville.com to\nreserve a seat.\n3. Participants are welcome to peel away from the group at any time and\ngo on their own.  They do not have to go the entire two hours.\n4. There is no charge for this event. No registration is required.\n5. We will meet at the Wetlands Pavilion\, located at 4035 Rimrock Acres Loop\, Prineville\, OR
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/crooked-river-wetlands-saturday-bird-walk-745-am-1000-am-2-2-2-2/
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:20240712T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240712T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131739
CREATED:20240120T200007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240120T200007Z
UID:13609-1720771200-1720783800@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:Malheur HQ with Bird Alliance of Oregon
DESCRIPTION:This family-friendly bird walk will start at Malheur National Wildlife Headquarters at 8 and 10 a.m. in the parking lot. Children of all ages\, and families of all kinds\, are invited to come for a casual walk around Malheur National Wildlife Refuge headquarters. There should be baby hawks and owls for viewing. There will be bird-related activities for youth to do at home or at the Refuge. \nDistance: up to 1.5 miles \nElevation change: <10% grade from parking lot \nTrail tread and width: Paved trail\, 36” wide \nPacing: We will move at a toddlers pace\, making frequent stops to enjoy birds and other nature that we discover. \nAmenities: ADA parking and bathroom available\, water available at Visitor Center \nRest Stops: There are many benches for resting. \nFor more information\, please see here: https://audubonportland.org/events/
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/malheur-hq-with-portland-audubon/
LOCATION:OR
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240719T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240719T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131739
CREATED:20240120T200137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240120T200137Z
UID:13611-1721376000-1721383200@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:Malheur's Benson Pond with Bird Alliance of Oregon
DESCRIPTION:This bird walk will start at the Benson Pond Trailhead and will travel along the northern edge of Benson Pond\, through the stand of homestead era trees and back to the parking area. The diversity of aquatic habitat\, emergent marsh\, sagebrush/shrubland\, and deciduous trees provides for a diverse assortment of bird species. This walk provides a great opportunity for observing ducks in non-breeding plumage and practicing duck ID. \n  \nDistance: up to 3 miles \nElevation change: <10% grade from parking lot \nTrail tread and width: Access road with some gravel\, 36” wide; option to walk on footpath under trees with some unsecure footing. \nPacing: We will move at a slow\, making frequent stops to enjoy birds and other nature that we discover. \nAmenities: Parking is limited\, there are no bathrooms or water at Benson Pond \nRest Stops: There are a few benches under the trees\, about .75 miles up the trail. \nFor more information\, please see here:https://audubonportland.org/events/
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/malheurs-benson-pond-with-portland-audubon/
LOCATION:OR
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240720T074500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240720T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131739
CREATED:20240128T012607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T203722Z
UID:13673-1721461500-1721469600@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:Crooked River Wetlands Saturday Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:We lead walks every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month from April through\nOctober.\nDue to frigid conditions\, we only meet on the 1st Saturday in\nNovember and March.\nThere are no walks offered in December through February. \n\nIn Apr-Oct\, we meet at 7:45am and start the 2-hour walk at 8:00am\nIn Nov. and March\, we meet at 9:45 and start at 10:00AM \nSome Important Information:\n1. No experience is necessary.  We usually have at least 2 experienced\nleaders who will tell you what birds you are seeing and lots of fun\nfacts about them.  We have loaner binoculars for you to use.\n2. If mobility is a problem\, we have a 4-person golf cart that trails\nthe group and can offer rides to anyone who gets tired or sore. The cart\nwas purchased to carry people who could not otherwise access the\ncomplex.  If a participant would like to ride the whole trip\, please\ncontact Chuck Gates at 541-280-4957 or CRWCTOURS@cityofprineville.com to\nreserve a seat.\n3. Participants are welcome to peel away from the group at any time and\ngo on their own.  They do not have to go the entire two hours.\n4. There is no charge for this event. No registration is required.\n5. We will meet at the Wetlands Pavilion\, located at 4035 Rimrock Acres Loop\, Prineville\, OR
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/crooked-river-wetlands-saturday-bird-walk-745-am-1000-am-2-2-2-2-2/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240726T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240726T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131739
CREATED:20240120T200312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240120T200312Z
UID:13613-1721980800-1721991600@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:P-Ranch River Walk with Bird Alliance of Oregon
DESCRIPTION:The stretch of the Blitzen River that extends north from P-Ranch is a popular stop for many visitors to Malheur NWR. The mix of habitats along the river create abundant opportunities for observing birds and the occasional beaver or other mammal. We will walk from the trailhead for the River Trail\, up the river approximately 1 mile\, on the return trip\, we’ll detour to the Long Barn and look for nesting Great Horned Owls. If time allows\, we’ll also bird in the P-Ranch orchard. \nDistance: 2 miles \nElevation change: less than 10% grade from parking lot \nTrail tread and width: Graveled maintenance road\, 36” wide \nPacing: We will move at a slow pace with frequent stops to look for birds\, plants\, insects\, and other bits of nature. \nAmenities: ADA parking\, picnic tables\, and bathroom available \nRest Stops: Participants can take breaks as needed\, there are no benches along the river\, but there are a few benches near the Long Barn. \nFor more information\, please see: https://audubonportland.org/events/
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/p-ranch-river-walk-with-portland-audubon-2/
LOCATION:OR
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240803T074500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240803T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131739
CREATED:20240128T012715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T203705Z
UID:13675-1722671100-1722679200@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:Crooked River Wetlands Saturday Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:We lead walks every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month from April through\nOctober.\nDue to frigid conditions\, we only meet on the 1st Saturday in\nNovember and March.\nThere are no walks offered in December through February. \n\nIn Apr-Oct\, we meet at 7:45am and start the 2-hour walk at 8:00am\nIn Nov. and March\, we meet at 9:45 and start at 10:00AM \nSome Important Information:\n1. No experience is necessary.  We usually have at least 2 experienced\nleaders who will tell you what birds you are seeing and lots of fun\nfacts about them.  We have loaner binoculars for you to use.\n2. If mobility is a problem\, we have a 4-person golf cart that trails\nthe group and can offer rides to anyone who gets tired or sore. The cart\nwas purchased to carry people who could not otherwise access the\ncomplex.  If a participant would like to ride the whole trip\, please\ncontact Chuck Gates at 541-280-4957 or CRWCTOURS@cityofprineville.com to\nreserve a seat.\n3. Participants are welcome to peel away from the group at any time and\ngo on their own.  They do not have to go the entire two hours.\n4. There is no charge for this event. No registration is required.\n5. We will meet at the Wetlands Pavilion\, located at 4035 Rimrock Acres Loop\, Prineville\, OR
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/crooked-river-wetlands-saturday-bird-walk-745-am-1000-am-2-2-2-2-2-2/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240806T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240806T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131739
CREATED:20231217T193825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231228T193637Z
UID:13382-1722967200-1722974400@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:ECBA Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/ecas-board-meeting-7/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240808T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240808T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131739
CREATED:20240120T200956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240120T200956Z
UID:13622-1723136400-1723141800@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:Bird Alliance of Oregon's Birders Connect at Burns/Hines Nature Trail
DESCRIPTION:We’ll park at the Egan Rd. Trailhead and walk along the Nature Trail\, past the golf course and sewage ponds. The sewage ponds are great for waterfowl and the surrounding meadows\, shrubs\, and trees are good for a diversity of raptors and passerines. We’ll head to drinks\, meals\, and socializing after. \nDistance: 2 miles \nElevation Change: Flat\, level trail \nTrail tread and width: Trail is graveled with large gravel\, uneven in some places; >36” wide \nPacing: We will move at a slow pace\, stopping frequently to look at birds \nAmenities: There are no bathrooms or water available \nRest Stops: There are several benches along the trail \nFor more information\, please see here: https://audubonportland.org/events/
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/portland-audubons-birders-connect-at-burns-hines-nature-trail/
LOCATION:OR
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240817T074500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240817T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131739
CREATED:20240128T012819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T203648Z
UID:13677-1723880700-1723888800@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:Crooked River Wetlands Saturday Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:We lead walks every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month from April through\nOctober.\nDue to frigid conditions\, we only meet on the 1st Saturday in\nNovember and March.\nThere are no walks offered in December through February. \n\nIn Apr-Oct\, we meet at 7:45am and start the 2-hour walk at 8:00am\nIn Nov. and March\, we meet at 9:45 and start at 10:00AM \nSome Important Information:\n1. No experience is necessary.  We usually have at least 2 experienced\nleaders who will tell you what birds you are seeing and lots of fun\nfacts about them.  We have loaner binoculars for you to use.\n2. If mobility is a problem\, we have a 4-person golf cart that trails\nthe group and can offer rides to anyone who gets tired or sore. The cart\nwas purchased to carry people who could not otherwise access the\ncomplex.  If a participant would like to ride the whole trip\, please\ncontact Chuck Gates at 541-280-4957 or CRWCTOURS@cityofprineville.com to\nreserve a seat.\n3. Participants are welcome to peel away from the group at any time and\ngo on their own.  They do not have to go the entire two hours.\n4. There is no charge for this event. No registration is required.\n5. We will meet at the Wetlands Pavilion\, located at 4035 Rimrock Acres Loop\, Prineville\, OR
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/crooked-river-wetlands-saturday-bird-walk-745-am-1000-am-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240821
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240825
DTSTAMP:20260403T131739
CREATED:20240120T194308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240810T201128Z
UID:13591-1724198400-1724543999@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:Malheur Fall Shorebird Survey with the Bird Alliance of Oregon
DESCRIPTION:Join the Bird Alliance of Oregon and USFWS staff in supporting the effort to survey shorebirds in the intermountain west. We’ll survey the playas of the Double O for fall migrating and staging 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 roundtrip. There will be no bathroom access during walking routes and driving routes will only have bathroom access at the beginning and end of the route. For more information\, see here: https://audubonportland.org/events/
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/malheur-fall-shorebird-survey-with-portland-audubon/
LOCATION:OR
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240831T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240831T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131739
CREATED:20240120T195320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240810T201257Z
UID:13599-1725130800-1725141600@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:Malheur After Dark with the Bird Alliance of Oregon
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate dark skies and all things nocturnal at Malheur NWR’s Sod House Ranch. ADA compliant bathrooms and parking will be available. There we’ll take an evening bird walk\, look for bats and badgers\, and enjoy a star viewing experience with Amy Bielbisi and Oregon Star Safari.  For more information\, see here: https://audubonportland.org/events/
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/malheur-after-dark-with-portland-audubon/
LOCATION:OR
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240903T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240903T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131739
CREATED:20231217T193851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231228T193634Z
UID:13384-1725386400-1725393600@ecbirds.org
SUMMARY:ECBA Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ecbirds.org/event/ecas-board-meeting-8/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings
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