Cancelled: Author Event: William Sullivan on 100 Hikes in NW Oregon & SW Washington

Bird Alliance of Oregon 5151 NW Cornell Road, Portland, OR, United States

Oregon’s hiking expert, William Sullivan, takes us on an illustrated tour of a dozen new hikes he discovered while researching the fifth edition of 100 Hikes in NW Oregon & SW Washington. After fires closed dozens of trails in the Columbia Gorge, the 2019 version of the guide describes the changes and suggests new trails that are not damaged.

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Nature Night: Wild Stories from the History of Bird Migration Research

Have you ever wondered about the science behind the study of bird migration? While working for the American Ornithological Society, Rebecca Heisman became fascinated with the techniques that scientists have used to study bird migration, and this eventually became the basis for her book Flight Paths. Join us to hear her discuss why understanding migration is so crucial for bird conservation.

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Nature Night: The Beauty and Behavior Of Terns

Virtual

Explore the stunning beauty and elegance of terns and learn about some of the incredible aspects of tern behavior, as well. Expert birder Cameron Cox will tell stories about what went into finding the photos that properly highlight this beauty for his book, Terns of North America: A Photographic Guide.

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Nature Store Author Event: Birding for Boomers

Bird Alliance of Oregon Nature Store 5151 NW Cornell Road, Portland, OR, United States

Join author Sneed Collard III at the Nature Store as he takes us through his newest book, Birding for Boomers, a friendly, accessible, and humorous guide to discovering the joys of bird watching. Late-bloomer birders (and birders of all ages) will appreciate Collard’s personal insights and tips for overcoming birding challenges as we age. After the presentation and book signing, we'll hit the sanctuary trails to practice our new birding skills!

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Nature Night: Fighting for Forest Park

Virtual

Join us on November 20 for a program focused on the unique natural resource that is Forest Park and a potential project that puts the park at risk. Photographer Scott Carpenter will show his awe-inspiring images of the park’s wildlife, author Marcy Cottrell Houle will share her deep knowledge of the park's past and present, and Conservation staff will discuss an imminent threat facing the park and what all of us can do to protect it.

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