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December’s Malheur Musings
Greetings! The winter season is one of contradictory realities. It can be harsh and uncomfortable while it can also be serene and calm. The holidays we human beings celebrate this time of year are diverse and offer the joyous counterpart to the less enjoyable elements such as short days, icy mornings, and cold nights. It is also a time of surprises - my favorite.
February’s Malheur Musings
At Malheur and across the National Wildlife Refuge System there has been much ado about a lot these days. Those of us in leadership positions with Refuge or Hatchery Friends groups have been closely monitoring the communications and guidance related to Director's Order 230, which is likely to mean nothing to most people if not everyone reading this newsletter.
Are you an ECBA Volunteer ?
ECBA now uses Track it Forward to help volunteers keep track of volunteer time. Compiling the hours that volunteers give to ECBA is something that really does matter to all non-profits.
November’s Malheur Musings
As we near the benchmark for a second lapse of federal appropriations to last 35 days we wonder, 'Just how much longer can this go on?' We make our calls and send out letters, which is valuable does have an impact in raising our voices but it can feel like yelling into a void. An act bordering on absurdity. BUT I HAVE SO MUCH HOPE.
When a Bird Hits a Window
To understand the gravity of a window collision, imagine flying down a hill on a bike going 20-30 mph and hitting a cement wall, head first. Birds hit our windows fast and hard. Yes, sometimes they ricochet off, but those that are forced to land are harmed.
October’s Malheur Musings
187,757 Acres of Wildlife Habitat The Refuge is famous for its tremendous diversity and spectacular concentrations of wildlife. With more than 340 bird species and 58 mammal species, Malheur Refuge is a mecca for birdwatchers and wildlife enthusiasts.
September Malheur Musings
187,757 Acres of Wildlife Habitat The Refuge is famous for its tremendous diversity and spectacular concentrations of wildlife. With more than 340 bird species and 58 mammal species, Malheur Refuge is a mecca for birdwatchers and wildlife enthusiasts.
Hummingbird Garden at Bend’s Orchard Park
A Hunt’s bumblebee is a recent new visitor to our Hummingbird Garden at Orchard Park in Bend. in this photo it is visiting a Linear Leaf Lupine. Photo courtesy of Barb Rumer.
Helping Birds Keep Their Cool
Central Oregon is on track to break temperature records this summer (again), reminding us that the High Desert sun is no joke. High temperatures can lead to dehydration, heatstroke, and even death for our feathered neighbors. The good news? There are simple, affordable steps everyone can take to create a life-saving oasis for our visiting yard birds.
News from Friends of Malheur National Wildlife Refuge (NWR)
Just to the east of Bend, OR and slightly south lies a refuge that draws in birds and birders of all kinds. From lazuli buntings to listers and phalaropes to photographers – all are welcome, and all find their needs met by the abundance of this high desert dreamland.Photo courtesy of Lane Wintermute.