Beginning Birding and Sauvie Island Exploration (Saturdays) *FULL*
Join Greg & Ricky for three Saturday morning explorations at one of Oregon’s most accessible Important Bird Areas, Sauvie Island Wildlife Area.
See DetailsJoin Greg & Ricky for three Saturday morning explorations at one of Oregon’s most accessible Important Bird Areas, Sauvie Island Wildlife Area.
See DetailsJoin this live, online class to paint alongside Ronna Fujisawa, an experienced watercolor painter, art educator, and bird enthusiast.
See DetailsTravel with Portland Audubon to a cultural and biodiversity hotspot of our southern neighbor. On this 11-day trip, we’ll travel with our local guide through mountain scrub to tropical deciduous forests. We’ll visit cultural sites, search for endemic species, and enjoy a boat ride to see the pelagic birds of the Pacific Ocean.
See DetailsJoin Greg & Ricky for three Sunday morning explorations at one of Oregon’s most accessible Important Bird Areas, Sauvie Island Wildlife Area.
See DetailsJoin wildlife photographer and author, Faraaz Abdool, to learn the basics of bird photography, and then how to master it in a 4-part series.
See DetailsJoin this live, online class to paint alongside Ronna Fujisawa, an experienced watercolor painter, art educator, and bird enthusiast.
See DetailsJoin wildlife photographer and author, Faraaz Abdool, to learn the basics of bird photography, and then how to master it in a 4-part series.
See DetailsGet familiar with finches who overwinter in the Pacific Northwest.
See DetailsJoin local author and guide John Rakestraw to learn how to identify waterfowl from a distance by using shape, patterns, and behavior.
See DetailsFeeding birds is a great way to enjoy a variety of species from the comfort of home. This class will show you how to feed effectively and safely.
See DetailsJoin wildlife photographer and author, Faraaz Abdool, to learn the basics of bird photography, and then how to master it in a 4-part series.
See DetailsDid you know that Oregon is a great place to find plant fossils? Join us to learn about Oregon’s geologic history, how plant fossils are formed, and how and where to find them!
See DetailsJoin Brodie for an introduction to raptors and their natural history.
See DetailsGet to know Oregon’s winter cast of raptors with Brodie Cass Talbott.
See DetailsJoin us in February 2024 for an incredible adventure in Cuba! We’ll visit the most productive birding regions in the Caribbean’s largest and most ecologically diverse island nation, where more than 400 bird species have been recorded, including 27 island endemics and 18 considered globally threatened. We’ll also learn about Cuban history, culture, arts, and lifestyle as we travel through this fascinating and beautiful country.
See DetailsJoin wildlife photographer and author, Faraaz Abdool, to learn the basics of bird photography, and then how to master it in a 4-part series.
See DetailsJoin Greg & Ricky for three Saturday morning explorations at one of Oregon’s most accessible Important Bird Areas, Sauvie Island Wildlife Area.
See DetailsJoin Greg & Ricky for three Sunday morning explorations at one of Oregon’s most accessible Important Bird Areas, Sauvie Island Wildlife Area.
See DetailsLearn all about waterfowl with Brodie Cass Talbott!
See DetailsThis class will introduce you to all the winter sparrows, highlighting each specie’s unique patterns, shapes, and behaviors.
See DetailsThis class will show you how to identify LBBs (wrens, finches, and blackbirds) that live in the Portland area.
See DetailsLearn all about waterfowl with Brodie Cass Talbott!
See DetailsLearn all about the trickiest waterfowl with Brodie Cass Talbott!
See DetailsNesting season is upon us! Join us to learn about species that typically nest near human habitation.
See DetailsLearn all about the humble yet fascinating Song Sparrow!
See DetailsHave you experienced the sights and sounds of tens of thousands of Snow Geese settling into their daily feeding grounds? The rich environment of Skagit Valley includes a variety of habitats including open water, shoreline, tidal mudflats and marshes, forested uplands, and agricultural land.
See DetailsJoin Greg & Ricky for three Saturday morning explorations at one of Oregon’s most accessible Important Bird Areas, Sauvie Island Wildlife Area.
See DetailsWinter is the perfect time to travel to the Lower Rio Grande Valley, with its mild tropical weather and outstanding bird diversity. Join us as we explore the entirety of the lower valley in search of tropical specialties that can be found nowhere else in the country.
See DetailsJoin Greg & Ricky for three Sunday morning explorations at one of Oregon’s most accessible Important Bird Areas, Sauvie Island Wildlife Area.
See DetailsJoin us to learn about the amphibians and reptiles of the Portland area.
See DetailsLet’s explore the Klamath Basin, home to six national wildlife refuges and one of the most important wetland ecosystems in the west! Our visit is timed to see the spectacular spring migration of geese, along with a great diversity of waterfowl and plenty of raptors too.
See DetailsJoin Dan and Candace as we use a slower approach to connecting with nature with a focus on understanding birds. From March through July, we’ll dive deep into our senses, focusing on awareness and intention, careful observation, inspired field journaling and basic illustration and mindfulness. Module 1, Spring Approaches, will focus on the changing season, how birds are using the landscape, and an introduction to bird language.
See DetailsJoin us and local guide, Faraaz Abdool in Trinidad and Tobago where we’ll visit all of the birding hotspots with a special focus on the dizzying array of easy-to-see, gorgeous hummingbirds and other neotropical species. From the unforgettable experience of watching thousands of Scarlet Ibis return to their roost, to catching a glimpse of the critically endangered Trinidad Piping-Guan sipping water from a bromeliad, you are sure to have the trip of a lifetime!
See DetailsJoin Greg & Ricky for three Saturday morning explorations at one of Oregon’s most accessible Important Bird Areas, Sauvie Island Wildlife Area.
See DetailsJoin Greg & Ricky for three Sunday morning explorations at one of Oregon’s most accessible Important Bird Areas, Sauvie Island Wildlife Area.
See DetailsJoin Stefan on a full-day adventure on the beautiful Oregon coast searching for sea birds, specialties and the first migrants
See DetailsTravel to the best place in Oregon to see Tufted Puffins, freshly back from their wintering grounds!
See DetailsJoin naturalist Gina Roberti on an ecology and birding tour of Silver Lake at the Mount St. Helens Visitors Center at Seaquest State Park.
See DetailsJoin Stefan and Randy to explore Europe’s birding hotspot: Spain! The timing is perfect to witness the trailing end of migration and Spain’s birds in their breeding glory. Combine fabulous birding with excellent food, fantastic scenery, and ease of logistics, and you have an amazing trip that you wouldn’t want to miss! We generally expect pleasant weather, with no sweltering days just yet, and there should not be issues with pesky bugs.
See DetailsJoin Dan and Candace as we use a slower approach to connecting with nature with a focus on understanding birds. From March through July, we’ll dive deep into our senses, focusing on awareness and intention, careful observation, inspired field journaling and basic illustration and mindfulness. At the height of diversity and abundance in our region, module 2 will help you connect more deeply with the life stories of these amazing world travelers.
See DetailsExplore remote and beautiful southeastern Oregon and visit a world-class birder’s paradise, Malheur National Wildlife Refuge, during peak migration. We’ll focus on both birds and the natural history of the vast refuge and surrounding areas, including Steens Mountain and the Alvord Desert.
See DetailsRugged Northeast Oregon is full of scenic beauty with spectacular mountains and gorges. Join us as we explore areas such as the Grande Ronde River, Zumwalt Prairie, and Hell’s Canyon to look for Calliope Hummingbirds, Golden Eagles, Gray Catbirds, Bobolinks, Short-Eared Owls and so much more!
See DetailsGain a deeper relationship with our very own Willamette Valley ecoregion during this three-week intensive with Dan van den Broek and Candace Larson. From geology to lepidoptery with plenty of birding and botanizing along the way, we’ll take a deep dive into the natural and cultural history of the place we call home
See DetailsJoin Dan and Candace as we use a slower approach to connecting with nature with a focus on understanding birds. From March through July, we’ll dive deep into our senses, focusing on awareness and intention, careful observation, inspired field journaling and basic illustration and mindfulness. Kiddos abound in July, providing us a great opportunity to experience the complex struggle for survival and dispersal.
See DetailsWith over 800 species of birds, and many of the most charismatic megafauna in the world, South Africa is the ultimate bucket list destination for the wildlife enthusiast
See DetailsJoin us on this very special tour to one of the world’s most coveted birding and wildlife destinations! On this 14-night adventure we’ll explore the astonishing biological diversity of this beautiful island, via jungle hikes, canopy walks, quiet riverboat cruises and even a night safari as we visit the four most productive birding and wildlife regions in Malaysian Borneo.
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