Seven Capes Bird Alliance, alongside Kalmiopsis Audubon Society and Oregon Birding Association, invites you to attend a two-part webinar series, Birding the Oregon Coast. Learn how to identify birds, where to look for them, and some of the best times of year to go birding. Whether you’re new to birding, a fully fledged bird nerd looking for local tips, or just bird-curious, Birding the Oregon Coast has something to offer for anyone interested in all things avian!

June 5: Birds of Forest and Field with Dawn Harris

Harris will guide participants in recognizing bird species commonly found in the forests, grassy areas, and backyards of the Oregon Coast. This webinar will cover essential tips for identification including distinctive markings, sounds, and behaviors of songbirds, hummingbirds, raptors, and more. Participants will also have the opportunity to ask questions and share experiences, making this not only a learning session, but also a community gathering for bird lovers.

Dawn Harris serves as the Visitor Services Manager for nine National Wildlife Refuges in Oregon and Washington. She has worked in the field of natural resource conservation for 34 years and for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for 26 years. Her career began in the swamps of North Carolina before moving to the rocky shores of Oregon. She has a BSc in Forest Resources and Conservation from the University of Florida and a MSc Wildlife Biology from Oregon State University. Her interests include birdwatching, gardening, chicken keeping, parrot rescue, travel, and watching her husband perform theatrical acts.

Date & Time: Thursday, June 5, 6-7:30 p.m.

Photo by Ram Papish