Lloyd Lunch Walks
Since I work a day job to support my birding habit, the majority of my week is spent indoors. But! That doesn’t mean I can’t go outside for breaks. There are a surprising number of feathered friends co-existing within the Portland urban paradise known as the Lloyd District. This past week, during just two 30 minute walks, I…
Backyard Birding
I’m not sure why I didn’t think to put out bird feeders a long time ago! We’ve always had a hummingbird feeder attracting frequent long-billed tiny visitors, but I had yet to put out a seed feeder – until now! After a visit to our local Backyard Bird Shop the helpful and friendly staff pointed…
Smith and Bybee Wetlands
This past Saturday I visited Smith and Bybee Wetlands Natural Area “the largest protected wetland within an American city.” It is a great spot for biking (40-mile loop!) or paddling a kayak or canoe when water levels are agreeable. This day I traveled by foot along the Interlakes Trail. I took the chance of birding despite…