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.
See DetailsRegister for this class to gain some observation skills, and learn to draw those birds in any pose.
See DetailsLearn all about Flycatchers, notorious for giving birdwatchers a stiff neck and bewildered stare! Local author and guide John Rakestraw will show you how to identify these birds by sight and sound as well by as posture and performance.
See DetailsWarblers, brightly colored little songbirds from the tropics, are the highlight of spring migration throughout North America. This class will introduce you to all the regularly occurring species of warbler in Oregon, helping you to identify each one by sight and sound.
See DetailsWhat makes orchids such a special group of plants? Together we will learn about orchid evolution and ecology, and go through some of the beautiful and bizarre orchid species native to the Pacific Northwest.
See DetailsJoin local arborist, ecologist and birder Ryan Gilpin on a series of classes designed to help birders explore the plant world. Every month, Ryan will focus on a particular characteristic of trees (such as leaves or bark) and use that character to understand more about the plant. This session will focus on conifers. Through coupled classroom and field sessions Ryan will help you increase your ability to describe that plant and connect to the natural world around you.
See DetailsRegister for this class to gain some observation skills, and learn to draw those birds in any pose.
See DetailsThis class will introduce you to coastal specialties, from puffins to shorebirds to scoters. We will also explore some of the best birding sites on the north coast and learn tips for safe and successful coast birding.
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 DetailsJoin local arborist, ecologist and birder Ryan Gilpin on a series of classes designed to help birders explore the plant world. Every month, Ryan will focus on a particular characteristic of trees (such as leaves or bark) and use that character to understand more about the plant. This session will focus on flowers. Through coupled classroom and field sessions Ryan will help you increase your ability to describe that plant and connect to the natural world around you.
See DetailsJoin Jennifer Mercede for a fun afternoon of freeing up your creativity to turn your favorite bird into art!
See DetailsWith long legs, long necks, and long bills, herons and ibises are stately denizens of wetlands and meadows. This class will help you find and identify all the species that call Oregon home.
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 collage artist Teal Buehler and discover fun ways to create collaged birds and their habitats on recycled paper.
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.
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