Birding by Bike
As I sit listening to the thunder, rain, and hail outside, I’m thankful it was sunny-ish last weekend because I went birding by bike! There are fewer joys greater than pedaling around Portland on a spring day. It’s taken me an embarrassingly long time to hop on the saddle to go birding, but this day I…
Sauvie Island
For my first March trip I opted for Sauvie Island. I was most excited to see raptors, sparrows, waterbirds, and for the opportunity to practice geese identification. I gained life experience points when shortly after arriving I realized that I’d left my camera memory stick at home and didn’t have a spare. In this moment I…
Christmas Bird Count 2015
Last weekend I participated in the 115th annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count. What a treat! Originally I was hesitant because of my beginner skill level, but was assured all skill levels are welcome and I’m happy I participated. I was shocked when I learned the history of the census. The holiday tradition started in response to…