This year, the Florence Christmas Bird Count will be held on Saturday, December 16. The Florence CBC has had a long history as a significant count area. Its Count Circle includes both inland and coastal areas, covering very diverse habitats that attract and support a correspondingly wide range of bird species. Since the individual areas are…
New and experienced volunteers are welcome to join the Oakridge Christmas Bird Count Friday, December 29. This Count surveys a 15-mile-diameter circle roughly centered on the town of Oakridge. It includes the nearby town of Westfir, most of Hills Creek Reservoir, the upper end of Lookout Point Reservoir, and High Prairie. Vast areas of Willamette National…
You are invited to join the Coast Fork Birders in the Cottage Grove Christmas Bird Count on Saturday Dec. 30. All levels of bird enthusiasts are encouraged to take part in this annual Count. It’s an opportunity to contribute to a worldwide citizen science project. Participants will gather at 6:30 am for a breakfast meeting…
Contact Dick Lamster at 541-343-8664 or email audubon@laneaudubon.org
The 2023 Eugene Christmas Bird Count (ECBC) is on Sunday, December 31, 2023. Yes, this is New Year’s Eve, but we will be done by dusk, which will give you plenty of time to still party hardy. The date is our regular day within the normal three-week Count Period and will be our 82nd Christmas…
Our First Saturday Bird Outings, created in celebration of the Lane Audubon Inclusivity and Diversity Statement, are meant to hold intentional space for women, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ birders. Birders of all levels and backgrounds are welcome to join, particularly those who may have felt intimidated at the thought of birding alone or on other guided…
Willamette Valley Hardy Plant Group: Exploring New and Unusual Fruiting Plants for the Willamette Valley Sam Hubert, Nursery Manager at Portland’s One Green World Nursery, will give a presentation about new and promising species and cultivars of edible plants for the Willamette Valley. FMI about the Willamette Valley Hardy Plant Group or this event, visit the…
This 3rd Saturday Outing has been cancelled due to the recent storm. There may be damaged or fallen trees in the walk area. We plan to reschedule this outing later this spring when conditions are more favorable. Thanks for your understanding. February walk details will be posted in early February. See you then! Willamette Confluence…
Morning Count 9:30 am, Dorena Reservoir. Park in the Walmart parking lot (close to Outdoor Living) Afternoon Count 2 pm, Cottage Grove Reservoir. Park at Lakeside Park You can join us at either one or both. If you want to survey both reservoirs, be sure to bring lunch and water (or a hot beverage) for…
Morning Count 9:30 am, Dorena Reservoir. Park in the Walmart parking lot (close to Outdoor Living) Afternoon Count 2 pm, Cottage Grove Reservoir. Park at Lakeside Park You can join us at either one or both. If you want to survey both reservoirs, be sure to bring lunch and water (or a hot beverage) for…
To view on YouTube In April of 2023, Magnus Persmark and his wife, Rosie Hammond, joined a small group led by a local guide, that explored the Malaysian part of Borneo for several weeks. Although focused on birds, Magnus will share some of their overall experiences there in this presentation. Borneo, the third largest island…
Our First Saturday Bird Outings, created in celebration of the Lane Audubon Inclusivity and Diversity Statement, are meant to hold intentional space for women, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ birders. Birders of all levels and backgrounds are welcome to join, particularly those who may have felt intimidated at the thought of birding alone or on other guided…
Our monthly program meetings have something for everyone. During the last year we hosted programs by naturalists, wildlife artists and expert birders on a variety of topics from the birds of Hawaii, to ravens, wolves, and people, to the migration of red knots. Participating in a program meeting is a fun way to get involved with Lane County Audubon. Meetings are free and open to all.
We are currently meeting on Zoom and in-person as conditions allow on the 4th Tuesday of each month between September and May at 7:00 p.m.
