Feb
28

Birding walk

Birding walk and non-hierarchal knowledge sharing space for women, trans (trans men + trans women) and non-binary people. All experience levels and ages encouraged! Bring your binoculars or borrow some of ours. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Walks, taken at a slow pace, usually range between 1-2 miles and 2-2.5 hours. Every walk is different and each is catered to the unique needs of those attending. We encourage communication and want to offer accommodations; if you have special needs or requests please feel free to reach out to us! Email birdhers@gmail.com

Free, no rsvp, donations accepted

Please arrive on time. We’ll start with short introductions (name, pronouns and short answer to group prompt) and close out with an opportunity for community announcements, needs, events and questions.

Location: Announced Friday

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Birding walk
Feb
21

Birding walk

Birding walk and non-hierarchal knowledge sharing space for women, trans (trans men + trans women) and non-binary people. All experience levels and ages encouraged! Bring your binoculars or borrow some of ours. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Walks, taken at a slow pace, usually range between 1-2 miles and 2-2.5 hours. Every walk is different and each is catered to the unique needs of those attending. We encourage communication and want to offer accommodations; if you have special needs or requests please feel free to reach out to us! Email birdhers@gmail.com

Free, no rsvp, donations accepted

Please arrive on time. We’ll start with short introductions (name, pronouns and short answer to group prompt) and close out with an opportunity for community announcements, needs, events and questions.

Location: Errol Heights Meet near the community garden where SE 49th Ave and SE Tenino Ct cul-de-sac nearest address is 4841 SE Tenino Ct

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Feb
14

Canceled due to Illness

Birding walk and non-hierarchal knowledge sharing space for women, trans (trans men + trans women) and non-binary people. All experience levels and ages encouraged! Bring your binoculars or borrow some of ours. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Walks, taken at a slow pace, usually range between 1-2 miles and 2-2.5 hours. Every walk is different and each is catered to the unique needs of those attending. We encourage communication and want to offer accommodations; if you have special needs or requests please feel free to reach out to us! Email birdhers@gmail.com

Free, no rsvp, donations accepted

Please arrive on time. We’ll start with short introductions (name, pronouns and short answer to group prompt) and close out with an opportunity for community announcements, needs, events and questions.

Location: No walk this week due to illness.

Remember it is self and community care to stay home when you are sick <3

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Feb
7

Not this Saturday

Birdhers will not be meeting this week.

We hope you get outside to a city park, venture further out, get some alone time or join friends. However you spend your weekend, we hope it connects you to yourself, your surroundings and your community.

We’ll be back next week.

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Birding walk
Jan
31

Birding walk

Birding walk and non-hierarchal knowledge sharing space for women, trans (trans men + trans women) and non-binary people. All experience levels and ages encouraged! Bring your binoculars or borrow some of ours. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Walks, taken at a slow pace, usually range between 1-2 miles and 2-3 hours. Every walk is different and each is catered to the unique needs of those attending. We encourage communication and want to offer accommodations; if you have special needs or requests please feel free to reach out to us! Email birdhers@gmail.com

Free, no rsvp, donations accepted

Please arrive on time. We’ll start with short introductions (name, pronouns and short answer to group prompt) and close out with an opportunity for community announcements, needs, events and questions.

Location: Smith and Bybee Lakes

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Birding walk
Jan
24

Birding walk

Birding walk and non-hierarchal knowledge sharing space for women, trans (trans men + trans women) and non-binary people. All experience levels and ages encouraged! Bring your binoculars or borrow some of ours. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Walks, taken at a slow pace, usually range between 1-2 miles and 2-2.5 hours. Every walk is different and each is catered to the unique needs of those attending. We encourage communication and want to offer accommodations; if you have special needs or requests please feel free to reach out to us! Email birdhers@gmail.com

Free, no rsvp, donations accepted

Please arrive on time. We’ll start with short introductions (name, pronouns and short answer to group prompt) and close out with an opportunity for community announcements, needs, events and questions.

Location: Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge Meet at SE 7th Ave and SE Sellwood Blvd

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Birding walk
Jan
17

Birding walk

Birding walk and non-hierarchal knowledge sharing space for women, trans (trans men + trans women) and non-binary people. All experience levels and ages encouraged! Bring your binoculars or borrow some of ours. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Walks, taken at a slow pace, usually range between 1-2 miles and 2-3 hours. Every walk is different and each is catered to the unique needs of those attending. We encourage communication and want to offer accommodations; if you have special needs or requests please feel free to reach out to us! Email birdhers@gmail.com

Free, no rsvp, donations accepted

Please arrive on time. We’ll start with short introductions (name, pronouns and short answer to group prompt) and close out with an opportunity for community announcements, needs, events and questions.

Location: Columbia Slough - Elrod Road Parking is very limited, please use transit, carpool, or alternative parking.

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Planting Event with Portland Parks &amp; Rec
Jan
10

Planting Event with Portland Parks & Rec

Join Birdhers and Portland Parks & Rec for a planting event at Kelly BUTTE Natural Area in Southeast Portland.

We believe we have a responsibility, as bird watchers and nature lovers, to steward and practice reciprocity with the places we enjoy. Portland Parks and Rec provides many opportunities for land stewardship.

Saturday Jan. 10 we will be planting native shrubs and flowers to improve habitat for the local wildlife and people. REGISTRATION is required for this free event. Please dress for the weather (layers and rain gear are great!), wear sturdy, waterproof shoes, and bring personal water bottle and snacks. Tools, gloves, project instruction, coffee/tea and light snacks will be provided.

More details and to register visit the event page here

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Birding walk
Jan
3

Birding walk

Birding walk and non-hierarchal knowledge sharing space for women, trans (trans men + trans women) and non-binary people. All experience levels and ages encouraged! Bring your binoculars or borrow some of ours. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Walks, taken at a slow pace, usually range between 1-2 miles and 2-3 hours. Every walk is different and each is catered to the unique needs of those attending. We encourage communication and want to offer accommodations; if you have special needs or requests please feel free to reach out to us! Email birdhers@gmail.com

Free, no rsvp, donations accepted

Please arrive on time. We’ll start with short introductions (name, pronouns and short answer to group prompt) and close out with an opportunity for community announcements, needs, events and questions.

Location: Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge - Carty Unit/Refuge headquarters meet at 28908 NW Main Avenue Ridgefield, WA 98642-8366 We will walk just under 2 miles on the Oaks to Wetlands, more info here

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Birding walk
Dec
27

Birding walk

Birding walk and non-hierarchal knowledge sharing space for women, trans (trans men + trans women) and non-binary people. All experience levels and ages encouraged! Bring your binoculars or borrow some of ours. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Walks, taken at a slow pace, usually range between 1-2 miles and 2-3 hours. Every walk is different and each is catered to the unique needs of those attending. We encourage communication and want to offer accommodations; if you have special needs or requests please feel free to reach out to us! Email birdhers@gmail.com

Free, no rsvp, donations accepted

Please arrive on time. We’ll start with short introductions (name, pronouns and short answer to group prompt) and close out with an opportunity for community announcements, needs, events and questions.

Location: Mt. Tabor Meet at reservoir 5 near the pump house, up Salmon St from SE 60th

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Birding walk
Dec
20

Birding walk

Birding walk and non-hierarchal knowledge sharing space for women, trans (trans men + trans women) and non-binary people. All experience levels and ages encouraged! Bring your binoculars or borrow some of ours. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Walks, taken at a slow pace, usually range between 1-2 miles and 2-3 hours. Every walk is different and each is catered to the unique needs of those attending. We encourage communication and want to offer accommodations; if you have special needs or requests please feel free to reach out to us! Email birdhers@gmail.com

Free, no rsvp, donations accepted

Please arrive on time. We’ll start with short introductions (name, pronouns and short answer to group prompt) and close out with an opportunity for community announcements, needs, events and questions.

Location: Powell Butte Ellis Street trailhead

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Birding walk
Dec
13

Birding walk

Birding walk and non-hierarchal knowledge sharing space for women, trans (trans men + trans women) and non-binary people. All experience levels and ages encouraged! Bring your binoculars or borrow some of ours. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Walks, taken at a slow pace, usually range between 1-2 miles and 2-3 hours. Every walk is different and each is catered to the unique needs of those attending. We encourage communication and want to offer accommodations; if you have special needs or requests please feel free to reach out to us! Email birdhers@gmail.com

Free, no rsvp, donations accepted

Please arrive on time. We’ll start with short introductions (name, pronouns and short answer to group prompt) and close out with an opportunity for community announcements, needs, events and questions.

Location: Company Lake

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Birding walk
Dec
6

Birding walk

Birding walk and non-hierarchal knowledge sharing space for women, trans (trans men + trans women) and non-binary people. All experience levels and ages encouraged! Bring your binoculars or borrow some of ours. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Walks, taken at a slow pace, usually range between 1-2 miles and 2-3 hours. Every walk is different and each is catered to the unique needs of those attending. We encourage communication and want to offer accommodations; if you have special needs or requests please feel free to reach out to us! Email birdhers@gmail.com

Free, no rsvp, donations accepted

Please arrive on time. We’ll start with short introductions (name, pronouns and short answer to group prompt) and close out with an opportunity for community announcements, needs, events and questions.

Location: Smith and Bybee Lakes

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Birding walk
Nov
29

Birding walk

Birding walk and non-hierarchal knowledge sharing space for women, trans (trans men + trans women) and non-binary people. All experience levels and ages encouraged! Bring your binoculars or borrow some of ours. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Walks, taken at a slow pace, usually range between 1-2 miles and 2-3 hours. Every walk is different and each is catered to the unique needs of those attending. We encourage communication and want to offer accommodations; if you have special needs or requests please feel free to reach out to us! Email birdhers@gmail.com

Free, no rsvp, donations accepted

Please arrive on time. We’ll start with short introductions (name, pronouns and short answer to group prompt) and close out with an opportunity for community announcements, needs, events and questions.

Location: Errol Heights Park

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Good Morning Cranes with Columbia Land Trust
Nov
22

Good Morning Cranes with Columbia Land Trust

Good Morning Cranes with Columbia Land Trust

Join Birdhers for a special sunrise birding at Frenchman’s Bar Regional Park to view the Sandhill Cranes and learn about the awesome work of Columbia Land Trust. Free, REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Please go here to RSVP All expereince levels and ages encouraged! Affinity space for Trans, Non-binary, and women people.

We will gather under a covered open outdoor space for a 30 minute presentation by Peter Condra of CLT and then we’ll walk around the area, between .5-1.5 miles, on dirt and paved paths at a slow pace. Bring a warm beverage, dress cozy for the weather and try to be on time.

To join the carpool group chat, on the app Signal, please email us birdhers@gmail.com with your phone number to be added.

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Birding walk
Nov
15

Birding walk

Birding walk and non-hierarchal knowledge sharing space for women, trans (trans men + trans women) and non-binary people. All experience levels and ages encouraged! Bring your binoculars or borrow some of ours. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Walks, taken at a slow pace, usually range between 1-2 miles and 2-3 hours. Every walk is different and each is catered to the unique needs of those attending. We encourage communication and want to offer accommodations; if you have special needs or requests please feel free to reach out to us! Email birdhers@gmail.com

Free, no rsvp, donations accepted

Please arrive on time. We’ll start with short introductions (name, pronouns and short answer to group prompt) and close out with an opportunity for community announcements, needs, events and questions.

Location: Whitaker Ponds Nature Park

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Birding walk
Nov
8

Birding walk

Birding walk and non-hierarchal knowledge sharing space for women, trans (trans men + trans women) and non-binary people. All experience levels and ages encouraged! Bring your binoculars or borrow some of ours. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Walks, taken at a slow pace, usually range between 1-2 miles and 2-3 hours. Every walk is different and each is catered to the unique needs of those attending. We encourage communication and want to offer accommodations; if you have special needs or requests please feel free to reach out to us! Email birdhers@gmail.com

Free, no rsvp, donations accepted

Please arrive on time. We’ll start with short introductions (name, pronouns and short answer to group prompt) and close out with an opportunity for community announcements, needs, events and questions.

Location: Tualatin River NWR (The visitors center is closed during gov shut down) Free parking. Unsure if bathroom facilities are open at this time. This is a little bit of a drive from Portland. If you would like to be added to the Signal (a messaging app) chat for carpools, please email your phone number to birdhers@gmail.com to be added. (this is a new system, thank you for your patience!)

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Birding walk
Nov
1

Birding walk

Birding walk and non-hierarchal knowledge sharing space for women, trans (trans men + trans women) and non-binary people. All experience levels and ages encouraged! Bring your binoculars or borrow some of ours. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Walks, taken at a slow pace, usually range between 1-2 miles and 2-3 hours. Every walk is different and each is catered to the unique needs of those attending. We encourage communication and want to offer accommodations; if you have special needs or requests please feel free to reach out to us! Email birdhers@gmail.com

Free, no rsvp, donations accepted

Please arrive on time. We’ll start with short introductions (name, pronouns and short answer to group prompt) and close out with an opportunity for community announcements, needs, events and questions.

Location: Lone Fir Cemetery Meet on the NW corner of Stark and SE 26th

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Birding walk
Oct
25

Birding walk

Birding walk and non-hierarchal knowledge sharing space for women, trans (trans men + trans women) and non-binary people. All experience levels and ages encouraged! Bring your binoculars or borrow some of ours. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Walks, taken at a slow pace, usually range between 1-2 miles and 2-3 hours. Every walk is different and each is catered to the unique needs of those attending. We encourage communication and want to offer accommodations; if you have special needs or requests please feel free to reach out to us! Email birdhers@gmail.com

Free, no rsvp, donations accepted

Please arrive on time. We’ll start with short introductions (name, pronouns and short answer to group prompt) and close out with an opportunity for community announcements, needs, events and questions.

Location: Force Lake learn more about Force Lake currently and Force Lake in the past and the history of Vanport through The Vanport Mosaic

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Birding walk
Oct
18

Birding walk

Birding walk and non-hierarchal knowledge sharing space for women, trans (trans men + trans women) and non-binary people. All experience levels and ages encouraged! Bring your binoculars or borrow some of ours. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Walks, taken at a slow pace, usually range between 1-2 miles and 2-3 hours. Every walk is different and each is catered to the unique needs of those attending. We encourage communication and want to offer accommodations; if you have special needs or requests please feel free to reach out to us! Email birdhers@gmail.com

Free, no rsvp, donations accepted

Please arrive on time. We’ll start with short introductions (name, pronouns and short answer to group prompt) and close out with an opportunity for community announcements, needs, events and questions.

Location: Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge

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Birding walk
Oct
11

Birding walk

Birding walk and non-hierarchal knowledge sharing space for women, trans (trans men + trans women) and non-binary people. All experience levels and ages encouraged! Bring your binoculars or borrow some of ours. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Walks, taken at a slow pace, usually range between 1-2 miles and 2-3 hours. Every walk is different and each is catered to the unique needs of those attending. We encourage communication and want to offer accommodations; if you have special needs or requests please feel free to reach out to us! Email birdhers@gmail.com

Free, no rsvp, donations accepted

Please arrive on time. We’ll start with short introductions (name, pronouns and short answer to group prompt) and close out with an opportunity for community announcements, needs, events and questions.

Location: Mt. Tabor meet at reservoir 5

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Birding walk
Oct
4

Birding walk

Birding walk and non-hierarchal knowledge sharing space for women, trans (trans men + trans women) and non-binary people. All experience levels and ages encouraged! Bring your binoculars or borrow some of ours. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Walks, taken at a slow pace, usually range between 1-2 miles and 2-3 hours. Every walk is different and each is catered to the unique needs of those attending. We encourage communication and want to offer accommodations; if you have special needs or requests please feel free to reach out to us! Email birdhers@gmail.com

Free, no rsvp, donations accepted

Please arrive on time. We’ll start with short introductions (name, pronouns and short answer to group prompt) and close out with an opportunity for community announcements, needs, events and questions.

Location: Smith and Bybee Wetlands

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Birding walk
Sep
27

Birding walk

Birding walk and non-hierarchal knowledge sharing space for women, trans (trans men + trans women) and non-binary people. All experience levels and ages encouraged! Bring your binoculars or borrow some of ours. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Walks, taken at a slow pace, usually range between 1-2 miles and 2-3 hours. Every walk is different and each is catered to the unique needs of those attending. We encourage communication and want to offer accommodations; if you have special needs or requests please feel free to reach out to us! Email birdhers@gmail.com

Free, no rsvp, donations accepted

Please arrive on time. We’ll start with short introductions (name, pronouns and short answer to group prompt) and close out with an opportunity for community announcements, needs, events and questions.

Location: Oak Island on Wapato Island LOCATION HERE

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Birding walk
Aug
16

Birding walk

Birding walk and non-hierarchal knowledge sharing space for women, trans (trans men + trans women) and non-binary people. All experience levels and ages encouraged! Bring your binoculars or borrow some of ours. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Walks, taken at a slow pace, usually range between 1-2 miles and 2-3 hours. Every walk is different and each is catered to the unique needs of those attending. We encourage communication and want to offer accommodations; if you have special needs or requests please feel free to reach out to us! Email birdhers@gmail.com

Free, no rsvp, donations accepted

Please arrive on time. We’ll start with short introductions (name, pronouns and short answer to group prompt) and close out with an opportunity for community announcements, needs, events and questions.

Location: Columbia Children’s Arboretum We meet on the west side of the park on NE 6th Dr. There is a tiny parking lot here, street parking nearby and we have permission from the business across the street to use their parking lot at 10111 NE 6th Dr. on Saturday mornings.

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Birding walk
Aug
9

Birding walk

Birding walk and non-hierarchal knowledge sharing space for women, trans (trans men + trans women) and non-binary people. All experience levels and ages encouraged! Bring your binoculars or borrow some of ours. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Walks, taken at a slow pace, usually range between 1-2 miles and 2-3 hours. Every walk is different and each is catered to the unique needs of those attending. We encourage communication and want to offer accommodations; if you have special needs or requests please feel free to reach out to us! Email birdhers@gmail.com

Free, no rsvp, donations accepted

Please arrive on time. We’ll start with short introductions (name, pronouns and short answer to group prompt) and close out with an opportunity for community announcements, needs, events and questions.

Location: Mt. Tabor Park meet at reservoir 5. Look here to find more information on the location this week.

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Birding walk
Aug
2

Birding walk

Birding walk and non-hierarchal knowledge sharing space for women, trans (trans men + trans women) and non-binary people. All experience levels and ages encouraged! Bring your binoculars or borrow some of ours. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Walks, taken at a slow pace, usually range between 1-2 miles and 2-3 hours. Every walk is different and each is catered to the unique needs of those attending. We encourage communication and want to offer accommodations; if you have special needs or requests please feel free to reach out to us! Email birdhers@gmail.com

Free, no rsvp, donations accepted

Please arrive on time. We’ll start with short introductions (name, pronouns and short answer to group prompt) and close out with an opportunity for community announcements, needs, events and questions.

Location: Kelley Point Park Park at the furthest parking lot and we’ll circle up nearby. This is a pretty shady place with lots of cover from the cottonwood trees but dress prepared for sun and bring your water!

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Birding walk
Jul
26

Birding walk

Birding walk and non-hierarchal knowledge sharing space for women, trans (trans men + trans women) and non-binary people. All experience levels and ages encouraged! Bring your binoculars or borrow some of ours. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Walks, taken at a slow pace, usually range between 1-2 miles and 2-3 hours. Every walk is different and each is catered to the unique needs of those attending. We encourage communication and want to offer accommodations; if you have special needs or requests please feel free to reach out to us! Email birdhers@gmail.com

Free, no rsvp, donations accepted

Please arrive on time. We’ll start with short introductions (name, pronouns and short answer to group prompt) and close out with an opportunity for community announcements, needs, events and questions.

Location: Powell Butte Meet at Ellis Street Trailhead at SE Ellis St and SE 145th limited street parking. This is a longer hike than our regular walks. Wear sturdy shoes, be prepared for some sun exposure at the top and bring your water!

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Bee Bedtime
Jul
23

Bee Bedtime

During warm summer evenings bees will sleep for the night in roses. Join us for a short, casual stroll through Peninsula Park Rose Garden to observe these bee butts tucking in for bed. There have been hawks, swallows, dragonflies, hummingbird moths, and bats seen here recently.

ALL WELCOME

Meet at the Gazebo in the center of the park at 8:15pm. Dress for evening and prepare for potential mosquitos.

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Birding walk
Jul
19

Birding walk

Birding walk and non-hierarchal knowledge sharing space for women, trans (trans men + trans women) and non-binary people. All experience levels and ages encouraged! Bring your binoculars or borrow some of ours. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Walks, taken at a slow pace, usually range between 1-2 miles and 2-3 hours. Every walk is different and each is catered to the unique needs of those attending. We encourage communication and want to offer accommodations; if you have special needs or requests please feel free to reach out to us! Email birdhers@gmail.com

Free, no rsvp, donations accepted

Please arrive on time. We’ll start with short introductions (name, pronouns and short answer to group prompt) and close out with an opportunity for community announcements, needs, events and questions.

Location: Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge Meet at Sellwood Park at SE 7th Ave and SE Sellwood Blvd JEH Trailhead

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Birding walk
Jul
12

Birding walk

Birding walk and non-hierarchal knowledge sharing space for women, trans (trans men + trans women) and non-binary people. All experience levels and ages encouraged! Bring your binoculars or borrow some of ours. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Walks, taken at a slow pace, usually range between 1-2 miles and 2-3 hours. Every walk is different and each is catered to the unique needs of those attending. We encourage communication and want to offer accommodations; if you have special needs or requests please feel free to reach out to us! Email birdhers@gmail.com

Free, no rsvp, donations accepted

Please arrive on time. We’ll start with short introductions (name, pronouns and short answer to group prompt) and close out with an opportunity for community announcements, needs, events and questions.

Location: Whitaker Ponds

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Birding walk
Jul
5

Birding walk

Birding walk and non-hierarchal knowledge sharing space for women, trans (trans men + trans women) and non-binary people. All experience levels and ages encouraged! Bring your binoculars or borrow some of ours. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Walks, taken at a slow pace, usually range between 1-2 miles and 2-3 hours. Every walk is different and each is catered to the unique needs of those attending. We encourage communication and want to offer accommodations; if you have special needs or requests please feel free to reach out to us! Email birdhers@gmail.com

Free, no rsvp, donations accepted

Please arrive on time. We’ll start with short introductions (name, pronouns and short answer to group prompt) and close out with an opportunity for community announcements, needs, events and questions.

Location: Fernhill Wetlands

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