The Wild Arts Festival was a big winner for Bird Alliance of Oregon, raising more than $190,000 to help us protect Oregon’s wildlife and wild places. The purchases made at the Festival also support the work of more than 80 local artists and authors.
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In December 2022, the Bird Alliance of Oregon community lost a beloved member of the flock. James Davis, an amazing naturalist and educator, served as Bird Alliance of Oregon’s first director of education and his vision and expertise laid the foundation for much of the programming that continues to this day.
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When a Bald Eagle was hit by a vehicle on I-84, Oregon State Police were called to capture the eagle and they bring her into the Wildlife Care Center. Read on to learn about her injuries and recovery, as well as her release on New Year’s Day 2023!
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On December 24th in the midst of the ice storm and freezing temperatures, Bird Alliance of Oregon’s Wildlife Care Center suffered extensive water damage throughout most of the facility due to broken water pipes. We want to provide an update to the community, and to thank you for your outpouring of support and offers of help during this time.
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Bob Sallinger’s 30 years as an advocate, activist, naturalist, wildlife researcher, and wildlife rehabber, and his deep ties to the community, have led to many of the most exciting conservation wins in Bird Alliance of Oregon’s history, and not only have saved the lives of countless wild animals, but have transformed the Oregon landscape for future generations.
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When I think back on 2022, the past 12 months feel more like a five-year recap. It was a challenging year for Bird Alliance of Oregon’s Wildlife Care Center and for wildlife rehabbers across Oregon.
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This year, campers will be welcomed to Bird Alliance of Oregon’s SWIFTS Nature Camp. SWIFTS is an acronym that encompasses much of what makes camp here so unique: Science, Wildlife, Imagination, Friendship, and Taking a Stand.
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Many birds migrate away from the colder regions in winter, but our friends spending the season here have myriad creative adaptations for staying warm.
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In December, Ocean Policy Advisory Council (OPAC) voted to move forward rocky habitat proposals that will establish protections and support on-the-ground stewardship efforts at six important sites on the coast which paves the way for them to be finalized for approval by the Land Conservation and Development Commission.
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