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Birding Day:

Explore Guanacaste, Costa Rica

This November, join Dan and Candace on a brand-new birding adventure in Costa Rica! Guanacaste is the northwesternmost province in Costa Rica, home to dry tropical forest and bordered on the east by a series of protected National Parks along the slopes of several active volcanoes. We’ll visit both, and throw in some mangroves, to boot! This itinerary allows us to drive a little less and walk a little more in this unique and underbirded region.

The Warbler Tour! Magee Marsh & Michigan

Enjoy up to 36 species of brilliantly colorful warblers along the famous boardwalk of Magee Marsh. We’ll delight in watching up to 150 species as the marshes come alive with birds. Then we’ll head to northern Michigan to find the incredible and rare Kirtland’s Warbler to conclude this memorable Midwest adventure.

Pacific Northwest Trip: Newport to Florence

This three-day coastal adventure will meet all of your birding and exploration desires! Join Stefan in searching for the imperiled Western Snowy Plover, White-tailed Kite, Wrentit, and much more.

Pacific Northwest Trip: Skagit Valley Birding

Have 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. These habitats provide excellent opportunities to see over-wintering geese, swans and ducks, as well as a variety of raptors such as Gyrfalcon, Peregrine Falcon, Bald Eagle, and Short-eared Owl.

San Diego and the Imperial Valley

Visit the “birdiest county in the U.S.” with Bird Alliance of Oregon to search for desert specialties and enjoy large numbers of wintering songbirds, shorebirds, raptors, and waterfowl in southern California’s subtropical Mediterranean climate.

Scenic Arizona: A Birdy Winter Escape

World-class birding, spectacular scenery, and sunshine in February? Join Stefan and Randy for a February escape to the birders’ paradise of southern Arizona. From the exciting specialty species to the always-pleasing regulars such as Vermilion Flycatcher and Mountain Plover, this trip will delight any level of birdwatcher.

The Best of Panama

Join Dan and Candace as we explore an exciting diversity of regions and habitats, seeking some of the most beautiful birds in Central America. Located at the intersection of North and South America, Panama is a volcanic isthmus that rose from the sea a mere 3 million years ago to form what is nicknamed the Monkey’s Bridge. This geologic link allowed the exchange overland of mammals, birds and plants, and contributed to Panama’s incredible biological diversity. Over 1000 bird species have been seen in this tropical paradise slightly smaller than the state of South Carolina. Please join us for this wild and wonderful adventure!

Audubon Birding Day: Owls by Day in Walla Walla

Explore the unique habitat along the Columbia River and adjacent to the Blue Mountains on this self-catering winter trip to search for owls by day in the Walla Walla area.

Whooping Cranes, Butterflies, & Specialties of South Texas

The Rio Grande Valley in December offers Whooping Crane encounters and a unique combination of wintering shorebirds and warblers and year-round highlights like the Green Jay and Plain Chachalaca. We’ll be on the look out for a few possible rarities like Roadside Hawk, Golden-crowned Warbler, and Crimson-collared Grosbeak, that stop over in this season, and we’ll get to know the abundance of butterflies that visit the Valley as well. If you haven't done any butterflying, it’s time to start! This trip will be a lovely escape from the start of Oregon’s rainy season. 170+ birds species are possible!

November Break Day Camps (Grades 3-6)

This camp is for students in grades 3-6.

November Break Day Camps (Grades 1-3)

This camp is for students in grades 1-3.

Field Trip for PreK-2nd grade, Slot 1

Hanging out in Habitats: Grades PreK-2  
Spend the morning in the forest using hands-on learning to observe and investigate what plants and animals (including us!) need to survive in their habitats.  

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Field Trip for PreK-2nd grade, Slot 2

Hanging out in Habitats: Grades PreK-2  
Spend the morning in the forest using hands-on learning to observe and investigate what plants and animals (including us!) need to survive in their habitats.

Pacific Northwest Trip: Birding the Olympic Peninsula

Embark on an exhilarating adventure with us as we journey through the captivating landscapes of the Strait of Juan de Fuca, where every moment is filled with anticipation and awe-inspiring vistas! Prepare to be enchanted by the spellbinding beauty of the high Olympics and the snow-capped peaks of the Northern Cascades, painting a breathtaking backdrop to our expedition.  

What sets this trip apart is the opportunity to witness a plethora of rare species, from the majestic loons to the charismatic alcids, all within the serene and sheltered waters of the bays along the Strait. Here, amidst the tranquil embrace of nature, sightings are not just common; they're extraordinary, offering unparalleled views unlike anywhere else along the rugged coasts of Oregon and Washington.

Pacific Northwest Trip: Raptor Migration at Green Ridge

Green Ridge is Oregon’s unsung raptor migration hotspot, with comparable numbers of raptors to the more well-known Bonney Butte, but easier access and more accessible local birding. Join Brodie Cass Talbott for a self-catering tour of peak raptor migration at Green Ridge. We will augment an afternoon of raptor counting with birding around the Sisters and Black Butte area.

In-Person Watercolor Painting with Ronna: Snowy Owl

The Snowy Owl is the star of this in-person bird watercolor class at the Bird Alliance. Join us for a morning of watercolor painting alongside Ronna Fujisawa, an experienced watercolor painter, art educator, and bird enthusiast. In this class the focus will be on paying attention to the whitest white of the paper and how to create subtle shadows on this wintery Snowy Owl. Students will do several studies of the eyes and the beak before embarking on a larger final painting.

School Break Day Camp

This camp is for students in grades 1-6

Collage Backyard Bird: Great Horned Owl

Collage a Great Horned Owl using recycled painted paper, creating a  
portrait of a portrait of this magnificent bird. This in person class will focus on collaging  
an owl in their environment. We will replicate the owl image using torn colored paper  
and focus on the colors and design of the background and bird.

Accessible Outing: Whitaker Ponds

Join Bird Alliance of Oregon for an accessible birding outing at Whitaker Ponds! On this early Fall morning we’ll celebrate the change in season and the return of fun waterfowl like the Cinnamon Teal and Northern Shoveler along with other songbirds. Together we’ll make our way through the natural area by foot or by wheelchair, observing and learning about birds, plants, and other wildlife.  
This outing is reserved for people who identify as disabled, chronically ill, or neurodivergent and their family, friends or caregivers. Our accessible outings are made for and led by birders with disabilities. Beginning birders are welcome! Extra binoculars will be available.

Field Trip at BAO: Grade 2-6, Both Slots: 9:45-1:00

Interacting with Ecosystems OR Amazing Animal Adaptations, for Grades 2-6. You will choose one program on the reservation form that follows.  

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Field Trip:

School Break Day Camp :

This camp is for students in grades 3-6.

School Break Day Camp:

This camp is for students in grades 1-3.

Field Trip at BAO: Grades 2-6, 9:45-11:15

Interacting with Ecosystems OR Amazing Animal Adaptations, for Grades 2-6. You will choose one program on the reservation form that follows.  

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Digital Class

Forest Therapy at Bird Alliance of Oregon Sanctuary

Join Andrea Kreiner, a certified nature and forest therapy guide, for a slow and mindful sensory journey to connect with nature at the Portland Audubon Wildlife Sanctuary.

Bird Journals for Beginners and Continuing Journalers!

Get started or continue with your bird journal, using drawing, simple watercolor, and writing. We use specimens and photos to practice. You will try simple ways to learn to see in new ways, then draw, write, and use watercolors, and develop your pages. No art experience needed, just enthusiasm and a few tools! Register for each class separately.

Beginning Birding and Sauvie Island Exploration

Join Greg Baker and Ricky Allen for Saturday morning explorations at one of Oregon’s most accessible Important Bird Areas, Sauvie Island Wildlife Area.  

This class series is perfect for those interested in developing and sharpening their birding skills under a variety of field conditions with expert birders. Explore different habitats on the island, learn bird calls, and search for waterfowl, songbirds, and raptors

Amazon River Cruise

Travel with Bird Alliance of Oregon on a once-in-a-lifetime cruise through the heart of upper Amazonia, on the largest river in the world! The Amazonian region boasts more than 120 endemic species and may be the most biologically diverse place on the planet – a true paradise. We will bird on a variety of tropical forest walks, observe wildlife and explore canals and lagoons by watercraft, and take in the Peruvian culture and history.