From Our President: Miraculous Avian Migrators!

Posted on Saturday, April 27th, 2019

Bird migration is one of the true marvels of the natural world. Some 350 species of North American breeding birds make the arduous journey north to take advantage of burgeoning insect populations, budding plants, and an abundance of nesting locations. Often they follow the same route to their summer homes, year after year. Northern summers offer longer daylight hours and more insect food to help them nest, feed, and fledge their young in a short span of time–six to eight weeks! It is a very efficient process, even though they had to make the long trip north.

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Conservation Column: Bees Continue to Need Our Help!

Posted on Saturday, April 27th, 2019

We are pleased to announce that the City of Eugene and the University of Oregon have received official bee-friendly designation! The Bee City USA program (beecityusa.org) helps us institutionalize the community’s commitment to pollinator protection, provides accountability, and helps raise awareness. The City of Eugene invests in the creation and restoration of native pollinator habitat.

Saturday, May 4--Global Big Day 2019

Posted on Saturday, April 27th, 2019

It’s that time of year again! Get ready to spend an entire day in the field, trying to record as many species as possible. Last year, more than 30,000 citizen scientists helped to record more than 7,000 species in a single 24-hour period. Our LCAS team plans to follow the same general route as in previous years. It will include Skinner’s Butte, Alton Baker Park, Fern Ridge, various spots at the coast, and any other hotspots with potential to produce exciting birds.

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Saturday, May 4, 2019 - 8:00am
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TBA

Program Meeting, Tuesday, May 28--Wildflowers and Birds of Southwestern Australia

Posted on Saturday, April 27th, 2019

Kangaroo Paws, Donkey Ears, and Frogmouths: Wildflowers and Birds of Southwestern Australia with Bob Fleming

Last September (spring in the southern hemisphere), Bob Fleming visited Australia’s southwestern region. Join us for an evening journey, as he shares some of what he experienced there.

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Tuesday, May 28, 2019 - 7:30pm
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Eugene Garden Club, 1645 High St, Eugene

Third Saturday Bird Walk-June 15 8am

Posted on Saturday, April 27th, 2019

Tom and Allison Mickel will lead a walk at the Willamette Confluence of the Nature Conservancy reserve. Details will be posted on the LCAS Facebook page: facebook.com/pages/Lane-County-Audubon-Society/330177413824, and on the website: laneaudubon.org.

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Saturday, June 15, 2019 - 8:00am
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Meet to carpool at South Eugene HS

Announcements

Posted on Saturday, April 27th, 2019

Thanks to Rose Britton
New Nature-Oriented Event Calendar for Adults
Volunteer Breeding Bird Surveyor Needed
Booth Set-Up Volunteer Needed

Thanks to Rose Britton

 Many thanks to Rose Britton for presenting an “Introduction to Birdwatching” for kids at the Springfield Public Library. Rose was assisted by LaRue Rodgers, Lauri Costa, Janet Barnes, and Rose’s niece. During her excellent presentation, she managed to keep all 61 attendees interested in learning about birds. Perhaps some new birders were inspired that day.

New Nature-Oriented Event Calendar for Adults

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