2011

Twin Falls State Park (North Bend, from May 22, 2011 08:00 AM to May 22, 2011 11:00 AM)

Identify native plants and birds on this spring walk.

Skagit/Samish Flats - Registration Required (from Feb 12, 2011 07:30 AM to Feb 12, 2011 06:00 PM)

 

Birding the Hot Spots of King County (from Feb 28, 2011 09:00 AM to Feb 28, 2011 12:00 PM)

February 28 (Monday) 9:00 a.m. to noon Monthly field trip on fourth Monday of each month to wherever the birds are. Meet before 9:00 a.m. at north end of the Newport Hills Park-N-Ride (I-405, exit 9) and plan to be back by noon. Passenger cost/person $2.00. Sharon Aagaard 425-891-3460

Great Blue Heron Viewing (Kenmore P&R, from Mar 04, 2011 11:00 AM to Mar 04, 2011 01:00 PM)

 

Take a Shorebird Class with Tim Boyer! (Issaquah REI, from Mar 31, 2011 06:30 PM to Apr 14, 2011 08:30 PM)

This class will be about Shorebird identification and much more.

Early Spring Trillium (Wake-robin) Display. (Seahurst Park, Burien. , from Mar 12, 2011 11:00 AM to Mar 12, 2011 01:00 PM)

Identify native plants and birds on this spring walk.

Tumwater Canyon and Ohme Gardens (Ohme Gardens, Wenatchee, from May 01, 2011 06:00 AM to May 01, 2011 06:00 PM)

Identify native plants and birds on these spring walks.

Pacific Northwest Native Plant Sale (Kirkland Children’s School, 5311 - 108th Avenue N.E., from Apr 30, 2011 09:00 AM to Apr 30, 2011 03:00 PM)

EAS Annual Spring Fundraiser: Pacific Northwest Native Plant Sale

Hurricane Ridge/Ediz Hook to Sequim (from Jul 09, 2011 11:00 AM to Jul 10, 2011 05:00 PM)

July 9-10 (Sat.-Sun.) 11:00 a.m. Our annual Olympic Peninsula wildflower trip featuring views, birds, and varied wildlife.

Lake Sammamish State Park (from Jul 22, 2011 08:00 AM to Jul 22, 2011 12:00 PM)

July 22 (Friday) 8 a.m. to noon This urban park offers a wide assortment of birds and habitats due to its varied ecosystems. The trip will involve walking approximately 2-3 miles. Dress appropriately (rainproof in layers; some of the trails can be muddy if wet). Just inside the main entrance, take the first left into the large parking lot and meet at the northeast end. Co-led by Sharon Aagaard and Stan Wood. NO PRE-REGISTRATION NECESSARY. Call Sharon with any questions, 425-891-3460.

Birding the Hot Spots of King County (from Jul 25, 2011 09:00 AM to Jul 25, 2011 12:00 PM)

July 25 (Monday) 9:00 a.m. to noon Monthly field trip on fourth Monday of each month to wherever the birds are. Meet before 9:00 a.m. at north end of the Newport Hills Park-N-Ride (I-405, exit 9) and plan to be back by noon. Passenger cost/person $2.00. Hugh Jennings, 425-746-6351

Methow Valley (from Jul 30, 2011 06:00 AM to Aug 01, 2011 06:00 PM)

July 30-31/Aug 1 (Sat, Sun, Mon) 6 AM We will explore the Methow Valley and vicinity, including Sun Mountain and probably Harts Pass and maybe Loup Loup Pass.

Lake Sammamish State Park (from Aug 26, 2011 08:00 AM to Aug 26, 2011 12:00 PM)

August 26 (Friday) 8 a.m. to noon This urban park offers a wide assortment of birds and habitats due to its varied ecosystems. The trip will involve walking approximately 2-3 miles. Dress appropriately (rainproof in layers; some of the trails can be muddy if wet). Just inside the main entrance, take the first left into the large parking lot and meet at the northeast end. A state park Discover Pass is required to park here ($30 annual, $10daily) and can be purchased online or at a sporting goods store. Co-led by Sharon Aagaard and Stan Wood. NO PRE-REGISTRATION NECESSARY. Call Sharon with any questions, 425-891-3460.

NAVAHO PASS BIRDING HIKE (Tuesday, July 19, 2011) (from Jul 19, 2011 05:00 AM to Jul 19, 2011 07:30 PM)

Navaho Pass, in the North Fork Teanaway River area of Eastern Washington, is listed as one of the best bird hikes and is geared for fit, long-distance hiker-birders because it's 11 miles roundtrip. It's not a difficult hike, but the distance makes for a long day of hiking and can be tiring after 8-9 hours on the trail.

Program Night November 17: Oiled Wildlife Response in Washington (Northlake Unitarian Church, from Nov 17, 2011 07:00 PM to Nov 17, 2011 09:00 PM)

Issaquah REI: Youth Education Presentation (Issaquah REI, from Jul 23, 2011 10:30 AM to Jul 23, 2011 11:30 AM)

Issaquah REI is located at 735 Northwest Gilman Blvd. in Issaquah.

Redmond REI: Youth Education Presentation (Redmond REI, from Aug 06, 2011 10:30 AM to Aug 06, 2011 11:30 AM)

Redmond REI is located at 7500 166th Avenue NE in Redmond Town Square.

Swifts Night Out Festival (Monroe's Frank Wagner Elementary, from Sep 10, 2011 05:00 PM to Sep 10, 2011 08:00 PM)

Annual event celebrating the swifts at Monroe’s Frank Wagner Elementary School

Grand Opening of the Brightwater Treatment System (22505 State Route 9, north of Woodinville, from Sep 24, 2011 09:00 AM to Sep 24, 2011 04:00 PM)

 

Union Bay Natural Area (Montlake Fill) (from Sep 17, 2011 08:00 AM to Sep 17, 2011 12:00 PM)

 

Lake Sammamish State Park (from Sep 23, 2011 08:00 AM to Sep 23, 2011 12:00 PM)

September 23 (Friday) 8 a.m. to noon This urban park offers a wide assortment of birds and habitats due to its varied ecosystems. The trip will involve walking approximately 2-3 miles.

Birding the Hot Spots of King County (from Sep 26, 2011 09:00 AM to Sep 26, 2011 12:00 PM)

September 26 (Monday) 9:00 a.m. to noon Monthly field trip on fifth Monday (NOTE – this is a change from the 4th Monday just for this month) of this month to wherever the birds are. Meet before 9:00 a.m. at north end of the Newport Hills Park-N-Ride (I-405, exit 9) and plan to be back by noon. Passenger cost/person $2.00. Hugh Jennings, 425-746-6351

Lake Sammamish State Park Field Trip (from Oct 10, 2011 08:00 AM to Oct 10, 2011 12:00 PM)

October 10 (Monday) 8 a.m. to noon This urban park offers a wide assortment of birds and habitats due to its varied ecosystems. The trip will involve walking approximately 2-3 miles.

Birding the Hot Spots of King County (from Oct 24, 2011 09:00 AM to Oct 24, 2011 12:00 PM)

October 24 (Monday) 9:00 a.m. to noon Monthly field trip on fourth Monday of the month to wherever the birds are. Meet before 9:00 a.m. at north end of the Newport Hills Park-N-Ride (I-405, exit 9) and plan to be back by noon. Passenger cost/person $2.00. Hugh Jennings, 425-746-6351

Fox Island to Key Peninsula (from Oct 29, 2011 08:00 AM to Oct 29, 2011 05:00 PM)

October 29 (Saturday) 8 a.m. Expect lots of saltwater waterfowl, cormorants and Great Blue Herons in the South Sound bays.

Lake Sammamish State Park (from Nov 09, 2011 08:00 AM to Nov 09, 2011 12:00 PM)

November 9 (Wednesday) 8 a.m. to noon This urban park offers a wide assortment of birds and habitats due to its varied ecosystems. The trip will involve walking approximately 2-3 miles.

Edmonds Marsh and Waterfront (from Nov 12, 2011 08:00 AM to Nov 12, 2011 03:00 PM)

November 12 (Saturday) 8:00 a.m. to mid-afternoon Loon, grebes, alcids, waterfowl, gulls, shorebirds and passerines are all possible near the Edmonds ferry terminal. Walking will be moderate and on level ground. Bring a lunch. Scope is helpful. Meet before 8:00 a.m. just south of the bus stop at the South Kirkland P&R (on 108th Ave. NE just north of hwy 520 and Northup Way) to carpool. Passenger cost/person $5.00. Andy McCormick 425-637-0892

Marrowstone Island - Registration required (from Nov 19, 2011 07:00 AM to Nov 19, 2011 05:00 PM)

November 19 (Saturday) 7:00 a.m. (prompt) This full day trip will be particularly looking for loons, grebes, alcids, waterfowl and lingering shorebirds. We will stop at a couple of places on the way, and then work Marrowstone over thoroughly paying attention to forest passerines along the way.

Birding the Hot Spots of King County (from Nov 28, 2011 09:00 AM to Nov 28, 2011 12:00 PM)

November 28 (Monday) 9:00 a.m. to noon Monthly field trip on fourth Monday of this month to wherever the birds are. Meet before 9:00 a.m. at north end of the Newport Hills Park-N-Ride (I-405, exit 9) and plan to be back by noon. Passenger cost/person $2.00. Hugh Jennings, 425-746-6351

Green Lake (from Dec 03, 2011 07:25 AM to Dec 03, 2011 12:00 PM)

December 3 (Saturday) 8:00 a.m. to noon Walk Green Lake with expert birder Martin Muller who has acquired intimate knowledge of this lake and the 150 bird species found there.

Annual Christmas Bird Count and Dinner (from Dec 17, 2011 08:00 AM to Dec 17, 2011 04:00 PM)

December 17 (Saturday) 8:00 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please note on your calendar that the 2011 CBC will be held on Dec. 17. Come and join one of the 8 teams of bird counters in the EAS annual CBC.

Juanita Bay Park Bird Walk (from Nov 15, 2011 09:00 AM to Nov 15, 2011 12:00 PM)

November 15 Tuesday) 9 a.m. to noon A relaxed walk in the Park, seeing what birds are in the area. Meets the third Tuesday of each month at 9:00 a.m.. Bring binoculars and meet in parking lot. No registration required. Please note: Walks begin 9 a.m. October-March inclusive. MaryFrances Mathis 425-803-3026.

Sequim area - Registration required (from Dec 06, 2011 07:00 AM to Dec 06, 2011 05:00 PM)

December 6th (Tuesday) 7:00 a.m. (prompt) to 5:00 p.m. We will work our way up the Kitsap Peninsula to the Sequim area.

Lake Sammamish State Park (from Dec 07, 2011 08:00 AM to Dec 07, 2011 12:00 PM)

December 7 (Wednesday) 8 a.m. to noon This urban park offers a wide assortment of birds and habitats due to its varied ecosystems. The trip will involve walking approximately 2-3 miles. Dress appropriately (rainproof in layers; some of the trails can be muddy if wet).

Juanita Bay Park - Roll and Stroll Trip (from Dec 10, 2011 09:00 AM to Dec 10, 2011 12:00 PM)

December 10 (Saturday) 9:00 a.m. to Noon This is a wheelchair accessible trip which will also be suitable for slow walkers. We'll visit a 144-acre urban wildlife habitat area that offers a diversity of bird species and wildlife seen in close proximity in wet meadows, marsh, and open water.

Samish Flats/Skagit (from Dec 12, 2011 07:30 AM to Dec 12, 2011 06:00 PM)

December 12 (Monday) 7:30 AM Our wintering raptors will be back, so we will be looking for eagles, hawks, falcons, accipiters and possibly Short-eared Owls. We'll also watch for waterfowl, shorebirds, small passerines and if we're lucky Northern Shrike.

Juanita Bay Park Bird Walk (from Dec 20, 2011 09:00 AM to Dec 20, 2011 12:00 PM)

December 20 Tuesday) 9 a.m. to noon A relaxed walk in the Park, seeing what birds are in the area. Meets the third Tuesday of each month at 9:00 a.m.. Bring binoculars and meet in parking lot. No registration required. Please note: Walks begin 9 a.m. October-March inclusive. MaryFrances Mathis 425-803-3026

Birding the Hot Spots of King County (from Dec 26, 2011 09:00 AM to Dec 26, 2011 12:00 PM)

December 26 (Monday) 9:00 a.m. to noon Monthly field trip on fourth Monday of this month to wherever the birds are. Meet before 9:00 a.m. at north end of the Newport Hills Park-N-Ride (I-405, exit 9) and plan to be back by noon. Passenger cost/person $2.00. Hugh Jennings, 425-746-6351

Juanita Bay Park Bird Walk (from Jan 17, 2012 09:00 AM to Jan 17, 2012 12:00 PM)

January 17 (Tuesday) 9 a.m. to noon A relaxed walk in the Park, seeing what birds are in the area. Meets the third Tuesday of each month at 9:00 a.m.. Bring binoculars and meet in parking lot. No registration required. Please note: Walks begin 9 a.m. October-March inclusive. MaryFrances Mathis 425-803-3026.

Birding the Hot Spots of King County (from Jan 23, 2012 09:00 AM to Jan 23, 2012 12:00 PM)

January 23 (Monday) 9:00 a.m. to noon Monthly field trip on fourth Monday of this month to wherever the birds are. Meet before 9:00 a.m. at north end of the Newport Hills Park-N-Ride (I-405, exit 9) and plan to be back by noon. Passenger cost/person $2.00. Hugh Jennings, 425-746-6351

Lake Sammamish State Park (from Jan 25, 2012 08:00 AM to Jan 25, 2012 12:00 PM)

January 25 (Wednesday) 8 a.m. to noon This urban park offers a wide assortment of birds and habitats due to its varied ecosystems. The trip will involve walking approximately 2-3 miles. Dress appropriately (rainproof in layers; some of the trails can be muddy if wet).

West Seattle Shoreline (from Jan 28, 2012 08:00 AM to Jan 28, 2012 12:00 PM)

January 28 (Saturday) 8:00 a.m. to noon Explore the shores and waters of West Seattle along Elliot Bay and Puget Sound to Lincoln Park.

Juanita Bay Park Ranger Walk (Juanita Bay Park, Kirkland, from Dec 04, 2011 01:00 PM to Dec 04, 2011 02:00 PM)

 

George C. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary & surroundings, Ladner, BC, Canada (from Jan 14, 2012 06:00 AM to Jan 15, 2012 05:00 PM)

January 14 & 15 (Saturday & Sunday, 2 days for as long as we last) The Sanctuary is located in the center of the Fraser River estuary, which is of international significance to birds migrating along the Pacific Flyway.