June 12, 2026 D River/Hostetler Park

It was a perfect morning for birding. Birdsongs filled the air as Arron Timm led 18 birders along the board walk through the state park to the dock. Interesting to note was the Red-eared slider that has taken up residence in the pond by the bridge.

Sightings of the day:

Evening Grosbeak
American Goldfinch
Osprey
Mallard
Rock Pigeon
Red-winged Blackbird
Turkey Vulture
American Crow
Western Gull
Barn Swallow
Canada Goose
Steller's Jay
Cedar Waxwing
Anna's Hummingbird
Song Sparrow
American Robin
Northern Flicker
Eagle
Brewer's Blackbird
Oregon Junco
House Finch