The Bend Christmas Bird Count will be held on Saturday, December 17th. There are a few openings available for fully vaccinated and boosted individuals. Most of the openings are to join groups that will be doing a lot of walking. The weather for the count is likely to be in the low to mid 30s […]
Birders joining the John Day CBC will meet at the Outpost Restaurant before 7 AM for assignments (earlier if you want breakfast). The compilation will be at 1188 Brewery starting at 5 PM. For information, contact Tom Winters at 541-542-2006, 541-620-2922, or at tjwinters1951@gmail.com.
Would you like to take part in the Madras CBC? Contact Annette Lange Hildebrand at lange69annette@gmail.com for more information.
If you would like be a part of the Redmond CBC, please contact Mike Golden at gardenbug99@bendbroadband.com or 541-420-5841, who will post routes, teams and meeting places. Some routes are shorter and take less time than others. We can adapt if you would like to do half days or less than a full day.
This is the first in a series of six free field experiences, held monthly, to be offered for new birders, birders who are new to Central Oregon, or others who would like a "refresher course" in birding. Each will be a two-hour opportunity to learn about a variety of Central Oregon birding locations, topics, skills, […]
The High Desert Museum will offer a Natural History Pub presentation at McMenamins Old St. Francis School, 700 NW Bond St., in Bend. Old stands of largely cottonwood trees grow within Malheur National Wildlife Refuge in Eastern Oregon. Although these trees are not native to the region, many of the over 340 species of birds […]
This is the second in a series of six free field experiences, held monthly, to be offered for new birders, birders who are new to Central Oregon, or others who would like a "refresher course" in birding. Each will be a two-hour opportunity to learn about a variety of Central Oregon birding locations, topics, skills, […]
This is the third in a series of six free field experiences, held monthly, to be offered for new birders, birders who are new to Central Oregon, or others who would like a "refresher course" in birding. Each will be a two-hour opportunity to learn about a variety of Central Oregon birding locations, topics, skills, […]
The Prineville Bird Club meets every second Thursday of the month, at the Crook County Library and usually in the Broughton Room. The meeting starts at 7 p.m. Doors open […]
Ken Hashagen will share his experiences and photos from a tour of Antarctica, South Georgia and The Falkland Islands. Join us at the Environmental Center, 16 NW Kansas Ave. or […]
April 5 - Ryan Meadow trails Carpool at 8:00 from the big parking lot off Simpson near the Pavilion All locations are listed on the ECAS website. Select tab for […]
April 12 - High Lakes, Wickiup etc. Carpool from Bend at 8:00 from south side of Deschutes River Woods Store or 8:45 from Park and Ride at Wickiup Junction. If […]
The Prineville Bird Club meets every second Thursday of the month, at the Crook County Library and usually in the Broughton Room. The meeting starts at 7 p.m. Doors open […]
April 19 - Calliope Crossing, Indian Ford CG, Indian Ford Creek across the highway. Meet to carpool at 8 am. at Village Greens. All locations are listed on the ECAS […]
Emily Weidner of U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will talk about recent developments in the science and status of Greater Sage-Grouse in Eastern Oregon. Join in live at the Environmental […]
April Birding Basics: Field Experience Attention novice birders, birders new to Central Oregon, and those who want a refresher course! ECAS is offering a series of free field experiences designed just for you. Each month, January through June, there will be spots for 20 people to learn about a variety of Central Oregon birds, birding locations, skills, and […]
Earth Day Fair and Parade 2023 will take place on Saturday, April 22nd from 11am-3pm in downtown Bend. An Environmental Center event, this family-friendly event typically features a lively and inclusive parade through downtown Bend where folks are encouraged to wear costumes to showcase their favorite thing about planet earth. During the fair, food vendors, […]
April 26 - Whiskey Springs. Location changed to Tumalo Reservoir! All locations are listed on the ECAS website. Select tab for Birding Locations, choose the county and you get a […]
May 3 - Agency Plains north of Madras to find LB Curlews etc, then Warm Springs boat ramp and on to the trail by the museum. Visit the museum! All […]
Birders' Night in May will be held via Zoom and will feature John Marzluff, PhD. speaking on the topic "Of Ravens, Wolves and People."
May Birding Basics: Field Experience Attention novice birders, birders new to Central Oregon, and those who want a refresher course! ECAS is offering a series of free field experiences designed just for you. Each month, January through June, there will be spots for 14 people to learn about a variety of Central Oregon birds, birding locations, skills, […]
ECAS's signature annual event, the Dean Hale Woodpecker Festival, will be held June 1-4. The festival was started in 2011 to provide an opportunity to birders to visit a beautiful area and enjoy our local birds. There are 11 nesting species of woodpeckers that exist in the area and there is a good chance to […]
June Birding Basics: Field Experience Attention novice birders, birders new to Central Oregon, and those who want a refresher course! ECAS is offering a series of free field experiences designed just for you. Each month, January through June, there will be spots for 14 people to learn about a variety of Central Oregon birds, birding locations, skills, […]
This is a tentative schedule which can always be altered for exciting opportunities for birds elsewhere, adverse road or weather conditions, etc. When directions aren't given, the intent is to encourage […]
June 21 - Deschutes River Trail, Lava Island. Some of you have already been there this season and can direct others to spots for highlights. Gray Catbird is the celebrity […]
June 28 - Prairie Farm etc. on Green Ridge. Walking along the creek below the dam can be a great spot for thrushes and warblers, i.e., Nashville, etc. Try going […]
July 5 - Santiam Pass, PCT for Northern 3-toed, and Lost Lake
July 12 - Todd Lake, Sparks Lake. Arrive early to find parking. Walk the trails around the lakes for finches, chickadees, RS Hawks and waterfowl. Walk 2 to 3 miles.
July 19 - Warm Springs. Boat ramp area, trail near sewage treatment area and then Museum trail. Consider supporting the museum by visiting exhibits.
July 26 - p.m. birding Millican area. Finish after dusk with Poorwill. Time TBD
August 2 - Tumalo Res and Hatfield.
August 9 - Haystack for shorebirds, waterfowl. Springs and and Gray Butte if mid-day temp permits.
August 16- Lower Bridge, Redmond Sewer Ponds. Willows at Lower Bridge and Lynx could be stuffed with migrants.
