Birders’ Night: Ducks Unlimited Wetland Restoration for Wetland Habitat with Ashley Tunstall

Please join us August 13 to hear Ducks Unlimited (DU) Biologist Ashley Tunstall share some of the stories behind conserving one of North America’s most important migratory bird corridors. Spoiler alert: it takes a lot of great partners, and a lot more than ducks to make it happen.

As DU’s regional biologist for Southeastern Oregon, Tunstall works on the front lines of habitat restoration, helping revive streams, reconnect waterways, and replace aging dams to bring new life to landscapes that wildlife and people depend on.

Through stories and photos from projects across the region, you’ll get an inside look at how healthy wetlands and rivers support migratory birds, fish, and entire ecosystems, and why protecting them matters to all of us.

“This job would not be possible without a village that prioritizes this work for all wildlife,” Tunstall said. ” Our relationships with local communities and natural resource professionals are crucial to seeing quality conservation work come to fruition.”

While the results can be transformative, conservation is a team effort. Learn how partnerships among landowners, conservation groups, agencies, and local communities are helping restore habitat at a scale that makes a lasting difference.

The program begins at 6 p.m., but please come early to enjoy good food and conversation and a few beverages. There is typically a nice group there by 5:00pm or so.  Seating is first come, first serve. Birders’ Night programs are free and open to the public.  Please note that parking can sometimes be a bit tight so you might want to budget some extra time getting to the event.