It’s been 10 years since Oregon’s Marine Reserves were established. How has this program performed? What are the next steps? Please join this panel discussion where we will hear from marine reserves experts to understand the successes and challenges of Oregon’s marine reserve program.
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With wonder and a sense of humor, Nature Obscura author Kelly Brenner aims to help us rediscover our connection to the natural world that is just outside our front door.
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Bushtits seem like adorable, friendly balls of fluff but how much do you really know about these mysterious little birds? Join Dr. Sarah Sloane as she reveals some of the intriguing complexities of bushtit social structure she has uncovered during her research in Arizona and Portland.
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Have you ever wondered about the science behind the study of bird migration? While working for the American Ornithological Society, Rebecca Heisman became fascinated with the techniques that scientists have used to study bird migration, and this eventually became the basis for her book Flight Paths. Join us to hear her discuss why understanding migration is so crucial for bird conservation.
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Explore the stunning beauty and elegance of terns and learn about some of the incredible aspects of tern behavior, as well. Expert birder Cameron Cox will tell stories about what went into finding the photos that properly highlight this beauty for his book, Terns of North America: A Photographic Guide.
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Join Tammah Watts as she weaves together personal story and avian life to reveal the marvelous phenomenon shared among us. This interactive presentation invites the audience to become acquainted, or perhaps re-acquainted, with the many benefits one experiences connecting with our feathered friends at home, in the community, and beyond.
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Some 40 million miles of roadways encircle the earth, yet we tend to regard them only as infrastructure for human convenience. In his talk, Ben Goldfarb will discuss the ecological harms wrought by transportation and the movement to redress them — and how we can create a better, safer world for all living beings.
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Historically redlined neighborhoods are the most undersampled urban areas for bird biodiversity today, which can impact conservation priorities and further urban environmental inequities. Join us to hear from Diego Ellis Soto, who will share his research into the role of humans in shaping the past, present, and future of our natural world.
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Hummingbirds amaze and intrigue us. They are like tiny ambassadors with the power to usher people into a deeper interest in and appreciation for the natural world. Author John Shewey taps into the intrigue with this program based on his new book, The Hummingbird Handbook. Join John and learn more about hummingbirds, including how to attract them to your yard, and how to be a great hummingbird host.
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Coastal birds live on the edge- at the interface between land and sea, the place where these birds call home is wild, unpredictable, and unforgiving, but for some birds, it’s just another day at the beach. In this talk, Allison Anholt will share fascinating information about our coastal birds, from the rare coastal residents like Tufted Puffin and Snowy Plover, to the seabirds that nest in giant groups all along our coast.
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