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February 6, 2021 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

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Field Class: Beginning Field Birding and Sauvie Island Exploration FULL

Name: Field Class: Beginning Field Birding and Sauvie Island Exploration *FULL*
Start: 2021-02-06T08:00:00-08:00
End: 2021-02-06T12:00:00-08:00
Location: Sauvie Island

*This class is currently full. 2nd session added! Beginning Field Birding and Sauvie Island Exploration.

Three-part series on Saturdays in 2021: February 6, March 6, and April 3

Join Greg Baker and Ricky Allen for Saturday morning explorations at one of Oregon’s most accessible Important Bird Areas, Sauvie Island Wildlife Area.

This class series is perfect for those interested in developing and sharpening their birding skills under a variety of field conditions with expert birders. Explore different habitats on the island, learn bird calls, and search for waterfowl, songbirds, and raptors.

Meet Greg and Ricky at the Sauvie Island parking lot near the bridge at 8 am each Saturday. Parking permits must also be purchased on your own.

This outdoor program will follow all physical distancing and safety protocols dictated by the Oregon Health Administration. Masks required. Please feel free to bring your own spotting scope if you have one. Scroll down for details.

A flock of Ross's Geese flying. — Ross's Goose flock, photo by Scott Carpenter

Field Class Details

Fee for the series: $95 members / $125 non-members
When: Saturdays: February 6, March 6, and April 3, 2021
Time: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Location: Sauvie Island (transportation not provided)
Limited to 10 participants

Mandatory guidelines:

Stay home if you or a member in your household have any symptoms, or if you have been in contact with anyone with these symptoms:
- Fever or chills
- Cough
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- Fatigue
- Muscle or body aches
- Headache
- New loss of taste or smell
- Sore throat
- Congestion or runny nose
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea
Everyone drive on their own, with members of their household
Everybody must wear a face covering at all times
Everybody remain at least 6 feet apart at all times
No more than 10 people, plus the instructor
Destinations must be within 50 miles of Portland
Only go to locations with plenty of room to stay safe:
- Wide, open spaces are best
- No crowded trails – limit to early morning walks and/or weekdays
- Prioritize trails that are one-directional
- Prioritize locations with trails at least 6-feet wide