Eastside Audubon Society
Grizzly Bear Recovery in Washington State
Eastside Audubon Society 308 4th Ave. S., KirklandApex predators, such as grizzly bears, are critical to maintaining a healthy ecosystem. In Washington state, this species is at a high risk of disappearing from the North Cascades, where only five grizzlies may remain. Restoring a viable grizzly population would contribute to the biodiversity in the ecosystem to the benefit of human beings and…
Birding: Raptors of America Class
Northlake Unitarian Universalist Church 308 4th Ave S, KirklandJoin us to learn more about raptors on the West Coast. This class includes two field trips and in depth teachings on how to recognize key characteristics and and behaviors to identify each raptor. The goal is to help you learn to identify raptors, know what to look for when you see one, and have…
Juanita Bay Park Interpretive Tour
Juanita Bay Park 2201 Market St., KirklandSongbirds, waterfowl, raptors, shorebirds, amphibians, turtles, beavers, and other small mammals make Juanita Bay Park their home. Interpretive tours ofthis wildlife habitat are conducted by Eastside Audubon's volunteer Park Rangers on the first Sunday of each month. Tours start in the parking lot at 1 p.m., rain or shine, and take about one hour. Bring…
Lake Sammamish State Park Bird Walk
Lake Sammamish State Park 2000 N.W. Sammamish Road, IssaquahThis 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). Meet at 8 a.m. just inside the main entrance; take the first left into the large parking…
Eastside Audubon Program Night
Northlake Unitarian Universalist Church 308 4th Ave S, KirklandCome join us for an evening of enjoyment. Virtually all paleontologists agree that birds evolved from dinosaurs, and most even go so far as to claim that birds are, in fact, living dinosaurs. Come learn about the remarkable similarities between birds and the creatures they evolved from. We guarantee that you will not only be…
Birding the Hotspots of King County
Newport Hills Park & Ride 5115 113th Pl SE, BellevueMonthly field trip on the fourth Monday to wherever the birds are. Meet before 9 a.m. at the north end of the Newport Hills P&R (I-405, exit 9) and plan to be back by noon. Carpool cost per passenger $2-$4 depending on destination. No pre-registration required. Leader: Rusty Hazzard
Juanita Bay Park Interpretive Tour
Juanita Bay Park 2201 Market St., KirklandSongbirds, waterfowl, raptors, shorebirds, amphibians, turtles, beavers, and other small mammals make Juanita Bay Park their home. Interpretive tours of this wildlife habitat are conducted by Eastside Audubon's volunteer Park Rangers on the first Sunday of each month. Tours start in the parking lot at 1 p.m., rain or shine, and take about one hour.…
Union Bay Natural Area Bird Walk
South Kirkland P&R 10610 NE 38th Pl., KirklandJoin us for a walk through the trails of Yesler Swamp and the Wahkiakum Loop Trail to experience one of the best waterfowl wintering areas. Ducks, geese, grebes, shorebirds, and some resident raptors are all possible. This will be a leisurely two-mile walk along boardwalks and gravel paths, and will be over by early afternoon.…
Lake Sammamish State Park Bird Walk
Lake Sammamish State Park 2000 N.W. Sammamish Road, IssaquahThis 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). Meet at 8:00 a.m. just inside the main entrance; take the first left into the large parking…