Field Trip: Spring Birding at Powell Butte Nature Park

Name: Field Trip: Spring Birding at Powell Butte Nature Park
Start: 2024-04-14T08:00:00-07:00
End: 2024-04-14T11:00:00-07:00

Join Ross as we hike through the varied habitats of Powell Butte Nature Park, which include open meadows and savanna, mixed forested edges, and sloped stands of old-growth cedar. We will be looking for any and all spring migrants, returning breeders, and any lingering wintering species.

The main entrance (north side of the park) is at the intersection of SE 162nd Ave. and SE Powell Blvd, and we will meet at the visitor center above the adjoining parking lots.
Please remember to bring binoculars and appropriate layered clothing, as well as any drinks and desired snacks.

For those interested, please see the link below for historical data on species occurrence at the site for the month of April, just to get an idea of what could be seen during the visit:

April Sightings on eBird

Accessibility

Walking distance: Up to 5 miles.
Elevation changes: Mostly flat along river; moderate grade at halfway point, 300 feet elevation gain.
Trail: Mostly narrow dirt or small rocky trails; asphalt or paved roads in parking areas and boat ramps.
Pacing: Slow
Rest stops: Possibly an occasional bench near campground
Sun exposure: Treed and partially shaded by campground, full sun for most of hike
Amenities (bathrooms and parking): Vault toilets and potable water at campground. Small parking lot at trailhead.

Mountain Bluebird, photo by JJ Furuno

Anna's Hummingbird, photo by Mick Thompson

Join us as we usher in the arrival of spring migrants and summer breeders to Powell Butte Nature Park.

Field Trip Details

Date: April 14, 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Fee: $45 members / $65 non-members
Limited to 12 participants

Trip Leader

Ross Barnes-Rickett

Ross caught the birding bug in the spring of 2011, while living in the Piney Woods of Northeast Texas. Since then, he has lived in Texas' High Plains, conducted breeding bird and environmental impact surveys in the region, as well as birded extensively throughout the Lone Star State and led trips for local Audubon chapters. He and his partner moved to the Portland area in 2016, and he has thoroughly enjoyed getting to experience Oregon's rich diversity of habitats, while becoming intimately familiar with its unique birdlife. Ross has birding experience in the UK, Costa Rica, and Australia, and delights in camping and traveling with family whenever possible. He has a keen interest in birding by ear, encouraging his toddler to identify flyover calls while on local hikes. Ross also has interests in birding equity and inclusion, particularly at the intersection of disability and universal design/access, and looks to promote birding opportunities for all.

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