Ross, Dean, and Harriet Anderson

Remembering a Lifelong Bird Alliance of Oregon Champion – Harriet Anderson

Harriet was an incredible volunteer and supporter of Bird Alliance of Oregon since the early 1960’s who believed sincerely in our work and contributed to most, if not all, of Bird Alliance of Oregon’s most significant projects. Her last legacy was initiating the renovations and updates to Marmot Cabin, where we hold camps and Outdoor School for youth, with a considerable lead gift.

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Harry Nehls birding

A Rare Bird: Remembering Harry Nehls

Harry was involved with the organization in one way or another for 64 years, amassing volunteer hours that would take most people three lifetimes. His contributions to Bird Alliance of Oregon were enormous, including writing the Sightings and Field Notes columns in the Warbler for decades, and serving as board president, editor of the Warbler, and volunteer manager, as well as being a trip leader and class instructor.

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Catio Tour stop from 2021 tour

Ten Years of Catio Tours

When Bird Alliance of Oregon and the Feral Cat Coalition of Oregon (FCCO) present the Catio Tour in mid-September it will mark the tenth anniversary of this event and more than a quarter century of successful collaboration between our two groups.

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Bird Alliance of Oregon monument sign

New Signage and Interpretive Exhibits

Thanks to the many donors who helped us successfully fund this part of the capital campaign, we’re working on a complete overhaul of signage across the Bird Alliance of Oregon Wildlife Sanctuary, including new indoor hands-on exhibits, outdoor wayfinding, and interpretive displays that teach people about native plants and wildlife, conservation, and history of the land.

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