March 1 @ 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Words about Birds Poetry Workshop
Come observe birds and play with words at the Bird Alliance of Oregon Sanctuary! In this creative birding workshop, we’ll practice observing birds and crafting poetry from our experiences. Together, we’ll write, draw, and learn about nature and the winter birds around us.
We’ll start by gathering inspiration outside on a short walk in our Forest Park Sanctuary. After we’ve spent some time observing our feathered friends (with a special focus on winter forest birds), we’ll head inside to learn more about a few of these winter birds. Finally, we’ll loosen up with some writing exercises and collaboration to express our experience. In the spirit of learning, we’ll keep it light and fun as we work with words to describe the birds we love!
No poetry or birding experience needed. Total beginners welcome and encouraged.
Snacks and hot tea provided. Please bring the following supplies:
- Journal
- Pen/pencil
- Colored pencils or drawing materials
- Water bottle
Please be mindful that space is limited and sliding scale programs fill up quickly. We ask that if you need to cancel, you give us at least one week notice so we can try to fill your spot. 1 registration allowed per person.
Join us for Words about Birds, a poetry workshop!
Come observe birds and play with words at the Bird Alliance of Oregon Sanctuary! In this creative birding workshop, we'll practice observing birds and crafting poetry from our experiences. Together, we’ll write, draw, and learn about nature and the winter birds around us.
Register!Accessibility
Location: Bird Alliance of Oregon
Accessibility: Participants will spend about 1.5 hours seated indoors. We will spend up to 1 hour outdoors and walking on uneven, muddy trails. Come prepared for wet, cold weather.
Distance: Up to 1 mile
Trail Tread & Width: Combination of compacted gravel and packed dirt
Elevation: Elevation at beginning of trail, with switchbacks
Pacing: Slow, frequent stops
Public Transit: None
Bathrooms: There is one ADA-accessible portapotty at the site in the parking lot.
Parking: Large parking lot
Class Details
Instructors: Elsa Hume and Camelia Zollars
When: March 1, 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Where: Bird Alliance of Oregon, Heron Hall, 5151 NW Cornell Road, Portland, OR 97210
Note: 1 registration per person allowed. If you would like a friend or family member to join, please share the booking link with them so they can sign up on their own. Ages 18 and up.
Class fee: SLIDING SCALE.
| Sliding Scale | Levels | Rate |
| 125% | Pay it forward rate. This level covers your participation and helps fund free or discounted spots for others in our community. Thank you for sustaining accessibility and inclusivity in our programs. | $31.25 |
| 100% | Standard rate. This level reflects the true cost of your participation in the program. | $25.00 |
| 70% | Supported rate. This option offers a moderate discount for those who need some financial support to participate. | $17.50 |
| 35% | Access Rate. This rate is a stepping stone to participation and is reserved for any historically marginalized group (BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent folks, disabled and/or chronically ill, low income) in the birding community. | $8.75 |
| Scholarship | Scholarship Rate. (BIPOC Only): We offer this option in recognition of systemic barriers to access and as part of our commitment to equity and inclusion. This level is reserved for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color participants. | $0.00 |
