Deciphering Molt: The Basics with Candace Larson
Learn everything you’ve ever wanted to know about the basics of bird molt with Candace Larson.
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Winter Gull Identification
In this class, John Rakestraw will show you the characteristics that make each gull species unique, allowing you to enjoy the diversity of gull species that winter in western Oregon.
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Journaling Autumn Series: Journaling Autumn Series: Coloration, Markings, and Surroundings with Jude Siegel
Join watercolor artist Jude Siegel and discover fun ways to suggest different markings and coloration on your journal birds.
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Getting Into Shape for Bird Identification: Silhouettes
This class will introduce you to the concept of birding by shape. By studying silhouettes, structural features become much more apparent. Many species are identifiable by their silhouette alone.
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Winter World Adaptations
This virtual class will provide the tools for you to hone your field observation skills and provide insight, stories, and clues for fostering a deeper connection to our winter world.
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Jays, Crows, and Ravens
Join us as we learn about all of the corvids (jays, magpies, crows, and ravens) found in Oregon.
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Little Bird Cards with Jude Siegel
Create a gift or decoration for the bird-lovers in your life! We will draw and then watercolor birds on small cards (of watercolor paper)!
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Journaling Autumn Series: What to Do on a Cold Rainy Day! with Jude Siegel
Join Jude to learn some fun and simple ways to fill your journal pages during the cold and rain of November.
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Ducks at a Distance with John Rakestraw
Join local author and guide John Rakestraw to learn how to identify waterfowl from a distance by using shape, patterns, and behavior.
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Bird Journals: Capturing Bird Basics with Jude Siegel
Register for this class to gain some observation skills, and learn to draw those birds in any pose.
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Feeding Birds: What and How to Safely Feed Wild Birds
Feeding 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.
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Plant Fossils of Oregon
Did 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!
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Bird Journals: Getting that Pose! with Jude Siegel
In this class, you will learn to observe more skillfully and translate it into your journal. We’ll focus on simplyfying and drawing exactly what is needed to represent the birds you see.
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Little Brown Birds: Winter Sparrows
This class will introduce you to all the winter sparrows, highlighting each specie’s unique patterns, shapes, and behaviors.
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Little Brown Birds: Wrens, Finches, and Blackbirds
This class will show you how to identify LBBs (wrens, finches, and blackbirds) that live in the Portland area.
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Bird Journals: Colorations and Markings with Jude Siegel
Join watercolor artist Jude Siegel and discover fun ways to suggest different markings and coloration on your journal birds.
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Backyard Nesters: Hosting Nesting Birds on Your Property
Nesting season is upon us! Join us to learn about species that typically nest near human habitation.
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Introduction to Herping: Amphibians and Reptiles of the Portland Area
Join us to learn about the amphibians and reptiles of the Portland area.
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Deep Birding through the Seasons: Spring Approaches with Dan van den Broek and Candace Larson
Join 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.
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Deep Birding through the Seasons: Peak Migration with Dan van den Broek and Candace Larson
Join 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.
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Willamette Valley Ecology Series with Dan van den Broek and Candace Larson
Gain 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
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Deep Birding through the Seasons: The Next Generation with Dan van den Broek and Candace Larson
Join 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.
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