2013 Olympic Peninsula BirdFest

Organized by the Olympic Peninsula Audubon Society, the Olympic Peninsula BirdFest offers something for everyone, whether you are a beginner birder, or a seasoned expert…

Olympic BirdFest 2012

The Olympic BirdFest is hosted by the Olympic Peninsula Audubon Society, Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe and Dungeness River Audubon Center. Events during the festival will include a Totem Tour, birding at Sequim Bay, Dungeness Bay, Dungeness Spit, Salt Creek County Park, Ediz Hook and John Wayne Marina, photography workshops, a visit to the Endangered Waterfowl Breeding Sanctuary, wine tasting, a raptor presentation by the Northwest Raptor Center, the Olympic Owl Prowl, a banquet and silent auction and island cruises.

The Smithsonian’s Neighborhood Nestwatch

Established and directed by Dr. Peter P. Marra of the Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center in Washington, DC, the Smithsonian’s Neighborhood Nestwatch opens up opportunities for ordinary citizens to get involved in a nationwide program by being biologists in their own backyards. Participants in the program will gain an in-depth understanding of birds in their neighborhood, while assisting scientists to gather crucial information with regard to the survival of backyard bird populations.

Enjoy the Leavenworth Spring Bird Fest

Bird lovers in the Washington area are no doubt already gearing up for the Leavenworth Spring Bird Festival. Set to take place this year between May 16-18, this great annual event gives enthusiasts a chance to really soak up the wonderful bird life in the area.