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SUMMARY:Take Your Bird Photography to the Next Level
DESCRIPTION:  \nKlamath Bird Observatory invites bird photographers and those who would like to become bird photographers to a comprehensive fall bird photography workshop in Ashland\, Oregon\, from September 24–28\, 2026. The series includes five afternoon workshops and four full days of guided field trips. \nThe workshop begins Thursday\, September 24\, from 4:00–6:00 p.m. with a session covering composition\, camera settings\, and techniques for photographing perched birds and birds in flight. Following Friday’s field trip\, participants will upload photographs to a computer or external hard drive\, efficiently review and select images\, and prepare files for processing. The session will also include further discussion of bird photography strategies. \nAfter Saturday’s field trip\, participants will process photographs in Adobe Lightroom. While Lightroom will be used for demonstrations\, the concepts will apply to most photo-editing programs. Sunday’s field trip will be followed by a hands-on editing session\, with experienced photographers available to offer assistance and suggestions. The workshop will conclude on Monday with a final field trip and an informal presentation of photographs taken by participants during the week\, followed by a question-and-answer period. \nThe workshop is camera-\, computer-\, and software-agnostic. Presenter Marty Karlin will demonstrate techniques using a Nikon camera\, Mac computer\, and Lightroom\, but KBO associates familiar with a variety of camera brands\, computer platforms\, and editing programs will also be available to assist. \nParticipants should have some photography experience and a basic understanding of camera settings\, including ISO\, shutter speed\, aperture\, and\, ideally\, exposure compensation. Please bring your camera to Thursday’s workshop. For the remaining sessions\, participants with photo-processing software are encouraged to bring a fully charged laptop\, mouse\, card reader\, and/or external hard drive. Please make sure all equipment is fully charged before each session. \nParticipants without a laptop or editing software are still welcome to attend. You may sit with another participant or follow along with the instructor’s presentation. Marty will also assign a small amount of pre-workshop homework to help everyone prepare. \nFor the field trips\, bring your camera\, your longest lens\, and a teleconverter if you have one. A lens of 500mm or longer is highly recommended for bird photography. Participants who do not own a long lens may want to consider renting equipment through Lensrentals or other rental options. \nParticipants will be divided into two or three field groups\, depending on enrollment. Each group will have a birding guide and photography consultant and will visit a different location each day. Over the four field days\, participants will explore several birding hotspots in Jackson and Klamath counties\, with an emphasis on finding good opportunities to observe and photograph birds at a respectful distance. \nGroups will remain in communication throughout the day so that unusual or exciting sightings can be shared. Many participants are accomplished birders and photographers who are eager to share their knowledge and experience. Bird photography takes a village\, and we have one. \nParticipants should bring their own lunches\, beverages\, and snacks for each field day. \nBird Photography Workshop 5-Day Syllabus\nWorkshop details:\nSeptember 24–28\, 2026 \n\n\n\nDate\nTime\nDaily Focus\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, September 24\n4:00–6:00 p.m.\nLearn camera settings and practical techniques for photographing bird portraits and birds in flight.\n\n\nFriday\, September 25\n8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.\nGuided field trip with opportunities to practice composition\, camera settings\, and field techniques.\n\n\n\n4:00–6:00 p.m.\nUpload\, organize\, select\, and prepare photographs for processing.\n\n\nSaturday\, September 26\n8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.\nGuided field trip to continue practicing bird photography techniques in the field.\n\n\n\n4:00–6:00 p.m.\nIntroduction to processing and editing photographs in Lightroom.\n\n\nSunday\, September 27\n8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.\nGuided field trip focused on building skills and capturing images for the afternoon work session.\n\n\n\n4:00–6:00 p.m.\nParticipant processing session with time to edit photographs and receive assistance.\n\n\nMonday\, September 28\n8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.\nFinal guided field trip and opportunity to put the week’s lessons into practice.\n\n\n\n4:00–6:00 p.m.\nParticipant presentations featuring selected photographs from the workshop.\n\n\n\nPlease note: Some field trips may begin as early as 6:00 a.m.\, including potential outings to photograph Great Gray Owls or visit locations in Klamath County. Participants will receive advance notice of any schedule changes. \nLocation: The afternoon sessions will be held at the KBO office in Ashland\, Oregon. \nWorkshop Presenter:\nMarty Karlin\nmrtk.smugmug.com\nmrtkarlin@gmail.com \nMarty has worked with technology and the digital world since the mid 1980s. He started teaching in the 1960s\, and used technology extensively in the classroom since the 1980s. He taught in the education department at St Mary’s College in California during the 1980s. His latest paid gig was as Coordinator of Instructional Technology at Southern Oregon ESD. These days\, and for the past 20 years you can find him with Terry\, his better half\, behind a camera\, out in the field somewhere where she’s the brains and he the tool. The primary purpose of his photography has been to document the photographically cooperative birds they have seen. Incorporating artistic aspects into those pictures has become a natural extension. See his Smugmug website for their latest endeavors including a trip to Finland and Northern Norway at mrtk.smugmug.com. \nBird and Photography Guides:\nShannon Rio\nFrank Lospalluto\nJim Livaudais\nNick Viani\nKeeley Kirkendall\nMarty Karlin \nCost: This is a fundraising event for the Klamath Bird Observatory\, and donations will be accepted on a sliding scale from $500 to $ 1\,000. Please donate what you can to support bird and habitat conservation. This is a non-refundable event.  \nSpace is limited\, so early registration is encouraged. Registration closes on August 24th.
URL:https://klamathbird.org/event/take-your-bird-photography-to-the-next-level/
LOCATION:Klamath Bird Observatory Office\, 2425 Siskiyou Blvd\, Ashland\, Oregon\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip,Other,Presentation
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260903
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
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SUMMARY:Brazil – Atlantic Forest Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Join Klamath Bird Observatory and Mantiqueira Bird Observatory for a 10-day adventure in Brazil’s Atlantic Forest\, September 3–12\, 2026. This immersive trip blends birdwatching\, hiking\, and cultural exploration while supporting international bird conservation. Proceeds help fund a biologist exchange program between observatories. Limited to 12 participants\, with lodging\, meals\, and in-country transport included. \nCheck out the KBO Travel page to learn more.
URL:https://klamathbird.org/event/brazil-atlantic-forest-adventure/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T120000
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SUMMARY:Family-Friendly Bird Banding Outing at Upper Klamath Lake
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a memorable summer outing for the whole family? Join Klamath Bird Observatory for a unique\, fun\, and family-friendly visit to a bird banding station near beautiful Upper Klamath Lake! \nDuring this half-day field outing\, you will have the chance to learn about resident and migratory birds and see some of them up close. Participants will meet KBO scientists and bird banding interns\, learn how bird banding supports conservation science\, and get a behind-the-scenes look at field research in action. \nThis is a wonderful opportunity for families\, students\, young birders\, and anyone curious about birds\, wildlife\, or conservation. Young people interested in careers in wildlife biology\, ornithology\, ecology\, or outdoor fieldwork will especially enjoy seeing how scientists collect data and study birds in the field. \nEach outing is donation-based\, with a suggested donation of $0 to $75 for this special experience. We especially encourage young folks and students to attend. \nThe event runs from 6:00 am to noon\, including driving time. We will carpool from Ashland. The banding station is about 1.5 hours from Ashland.  If you are coming from the Klamath Falls area\, we can arrange to meet you at Rocky Point instead of Ashland. \nPlease bring snacks\, water\, and any other drinks you may need. Wear sturdy shoes and dress in layers\, as it will likely be cool in the early morning. \nNew to KBO events or your first for 2026? Please fill out the KBO liability waiver here. 
URL:https://klamathbird.org/event/family-friendly-bird-banding-outing-at-upper-klamath-lake-3-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260724T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260724T120000
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SUMMARY:Family-Friendly Bird Banding Outing at Upper Klamath Lake (CANCELED)
DESCRIPTION:This event is canceled.\n  \nLooking for a memorable summer outing for the whole family? Join Klamath Bird Observatory for a unique\, fun\, and family-friendly visit to a bird banding station near beautiful Upper Klamath Lake! \nDuring this half-day field outing\, you will have the chance to learn about resident and migratory birds and see some of them up close. Participants will meet KBO scientists and bird banding interns\, learn how bird banding supports conservation science\, and get a behind-the-scenes look at field research in action. \nThis is a wonderful opportunity for families\, students\, young birders\, and anyone curious about birds\, wildlife\, or conservation. Young people interested in careers in wildlife biology\, ornithology\, ecology\, or outdoor fieldwork will especially enjoy seeing how scientists collect data and study birds in the field. \nEach outing is donation-based\, with a suggested donation of $0 to $75 for this special experience. We especially encourage young folks and students to attend. \nThe event runs from 6:00 am to noon\, including driving time. We will carpool from Ashland. The banding station is about 1.5 hours from Ashland.  If you are coming from the Klamath Falls area\, we can arrange to meet you at Rocky Point instead of Ashland. \nPlease bring snacks\, water\, and any other drinks you may need. Wear sturdy shoes and dress in layers\, as it will likely be cool in the early morning. \nNew to KBO events or your first for 2026? Please fill out the KBO liability waiver here. 
URL:https://klamathbird.org/event/family-friendly-bird-banding-outing-at-upper-klamath-lake-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260114T203000
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SUMMARY:Hawk Talk and Walk
DESCRIPTION:January can be a great time of year to enjoy raptor viewing in the picturesque Klamath Basin! Please join KBO board members Amanda Alford and Dick Ashford\, who will share their enthusiasm and knowledge during an informative (and fun!) Hawk ID workshop. \nOn Wednesday\, Jan 14th\, from 6 – 8:30 PM\,  we’ll meet in the KBO “Spa” at 2425 Siskiyou Blvd\, Ashland\, for a presentation on Identifying Wintering Hawks of the Klamath Basin. Then on Saturday\, Jan 17th\, we will travel to the Klamath Basin for an all-day outing\, departing Ashland at 8 AM and returning around 5-ish. To afford everyone the best possible experience\, attendance is strictly limited to 11 attendees. This will allow us to carpool in four cars\, each driven by members of our KBO Raptor Team.\nPlease be sure to dress comfortably and bring lunch and liquids. Much of our birding will be from the roadside\, and walking will be minimal.
URL:https://klamathbird.org/event/hawk-talk-and-walk/
LOCATION:Klamath Bird Observatory Office\, 2425 Siskiyou Blvd\, Ashland\, Oregon\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251211T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251211T203000
DTSTAMP:20251211T224545Z
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SUMMARY:Cancelled-December Hawk Talk and Walk with Amanda and Dick
DESCRIPTION:December can be a great time of year to enjoy raptor viewing in the picturesque Klamath Basin! Please join KBO board members Amanda Alford and Dick Ashford\, who will share their enthusiasm and knowledge during an informative (and fun!) Hawk ID workshop. \nOn December 11th\, we’ll enjoy a 6-8:30 PM lecture in the KBO “Spa” at 2425 Siskiyou Blvd\, Ashland. To ensure everyone has the best possible experience\, attendance is limited to 10. There will be an all-day outing to the Klamath Basin on December 13th. We’ll depart Ashland at 8 AM and return around 5-ish. We will carpool (a must) in 3 vehicles\, each with 4 people. \nPlease be sure to dress comfortably and bring lunch and liquids. Much of our birding will be from the roadside\, and walking will be minimal. \nEarly signup is recommended because this outing is so popular (hawks have charisma!). Your seat will be confirmed upon receipt of your non-refundable\, tax-deductible contribution of $75 per person. We’re looking forward to seeing you in the Field Of Wonder! \nWe ask that you attend the classroom session and the field trip. No “outing-only” signups\, please. We’ll be looking forward to seeing you in the Field Of Wonder!
URL:https://klamathbird.org/event/december-hawk-talk-and-walk-with-amanda-and-dick/
LOCATION:Klamath Bird Observatory Office\, 2425 Siskiyou Blvd\, Ashland\, Oregon\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251122T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251122T170000
DTSTAMP:20251022T152844Z
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SUMMARY:Scott Valley Raptor Tour
DESCRIPTION:Please join KBO board members Dick Ashford and Amanda Alford for a hawk-finding outing to beautiful Scott Valley\, CA! November should show the early signs of raptor migration in the area; we will search for newly arrived migrants\, birds just passing through\, and local residents. \nWe’ll learn about and identify the raptors we see along our route\, taking us from just north of Fort Jones south to Etna\, crisscrossing the valley as we go. The tour will be conducted at a leisurely pace with time to watch individual raptors and (hopefully) enjoy observing behavior\, such as hunting\, feeding\, and inter and intra-specific interactions. There are no guarantees (it’s a natural show)\, but Dick will have scouted the area beforehand to locate the best spots. The image above is that of a bird Dick observed south of Fort Jones. Can you guess its ID? \nPlease be sure to dress comfortably and bring lunch and liquids. Most of our birding will be done from the roadside\, and walking will be kept to a minimum. And\, as is our custom\, we will not have a formal lunch stop but will eat as the birds do – all day long! \nWe’ll depart Ashland at 8 AM and return around 5-ish. Because of the narrow farm roads\, we are limiting this trip to just 10 attendees. We will carpool (a must!) \nCost: $50 per person \nDate: November 22nd \nWe’re looking forward to seeing you in the Field Of Wonder! \nIf you require accommodations or have questions about accessibility\, please contact Elva at ejm@klamathbird.org. \nWaiver of Liability Form 
URL:https://klamathbird.org/event/scott-valley-raptor-tour/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250921T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250921T173000
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SUMMARY:Field Trip to the Upper Klamath with Shannon Rio and Kevin Spencer
DESCRIPTION:Join Shannon Rio and Kevin Spencer for a Fall Birding Outing in the Klamath Basin!\nSpend a full day immersed in nature as we explore the rich birdlife of Rocky Point\, Fort Klamath Area\, and the Wood River Wetlands. \nItinerary Highlights: \n\n7:30 AM – Depart from Ashland (meet at Rite Aid parking lot)\n9:00 AM – Arrive at Rocky Point boat ramp to scan Klamath Lake for pelicans\, western grebes\, green herons\, and more. We’ll stroll the road until 11:00 AM\, keeping an eye out for white-headed woodpeckers and migrating songbirds.\n11:30 AM – Drive to Fort Klamath Area and bird from the car. Look for mountain bluebirds\, red-tailed hawks\, kestrels\, and violet-green swallows.\n1:30 PM – Arrive at Wood River Day Use Area for a gentle walk along roads and paths. Expect sightings of pygmy nuthatches\, warblers\, cedar waxwings\, and song sparrows.\n4:00 PM – Depart for Ashland\n5:30 PM – Return to Rite Aid parking lot\n\nWhat to Bring: \n\nBinoculars and plenty of water\nSnacks and lunch to enjoy on the go\nWeather-appropriate clothing and sturdy walking shoes (we’ll walk slowly and not too far)\n\nWhether you’re a seasoned birder or just curious about the feathered wonders of the Klamath Basin\, this relaxed and scenic outing promises great company and unforgettable sightings. Let’s go birding! \nA maximum of 16 people with 4 cars\, each with 4 passengers. \nThis is a community outreach offering\, so no donation is required; just come as you are! If you’d like to support us\, donations of up to $100 are welcome and appreciated. \nIf you have accessibility questions\, please don’t hesitate to reach out. You can contact Elva at ejm@klamathbird.org
URL:https://klamathbird.org/event/field-trip-to-the-upper-klamath-with-shannon-rio-and-kevin-spencer/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250919T063000
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SUMMARY:Join KBO Biologists for Our Final Bird Banding Trip of the Year!
DESCRIPTION:Come experience bird science in action with Klamath Bird Observatory! On Friday\, September 19th\, we’ll visit our banding station near Wildlife Images for a half-day\, family-friendly outing. We’ll carpool from Ashland* at 6:30 a.m. and return by noon. \nWhat to Expect \n\nGet an up-close look at both resident and migratory birds\, including fledglings from this season!\nMeet KBO scientists and bird banding interns\, and learn about mist netting\, data collection\, and the bird life cycle.\nExplore career pathways in wildlife biology\, ornithology\, and field research\, perfect for curious students and young nature enthusiasts.\n\nSupport Science & Education\nThis is a donation-based event\, and your contributions help support our dedicated scientists and interns. We especially encourage students and young folks to attend! \nWhat to Bring \n\nSnacks and drinks\nSturdy shoes for uneven trails\nLayers for cool morning temperatures\nOptional: hiking pole for extra support\n\nWe can’t wait to share this special field experience with you. See you out there! \n*If you do not live in Ashland\, we will coordinate accordingly. 
URL:https://klamathbird.org/event/join-kbo-biologists-for-our-final-bird-banding-trip-of-the-year/
LOCATION:Wildlife Images\, 11845 Lower River Rd\, Grants Pass\, Oregon\, 97526
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250813
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250823
DTSTAMP:20250623T173940Z
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SUMMARY:Adventure to Brazil
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join the directors of Klamath Bird Observatory and Mantiqueira Bird Observatory for a 10-day adventure exploring the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. The trip will be held August 13-22\, 2025. During the trip\, you will: \n\nVisit natural landscapes and enjoying scenic places;\nHike through a diversity of habitats;\nObserve birds and wildlife in nature;\nExperience local culture;\nLearn about birds\, bird observatories\, and international conservation;\nSupport Klamath Bird Observatory and Mantiqueira Bird Observatory science-based conservation beyond borders intern exchange program\n\nKlamath Bird Observatory is well known for its broad international reach\, focusing on partnerships and capacity building across the ranges of our shared birds. KBO’s bird banding internship program has trained over 283 interns from more than 17 countries. OAMa is a fruit of this capacity-building program\, which is now running its training program in Brazil. As part of the continued partnership between these two observatories\, we are pleased to announce a new internship exchange program! After training in their home country\, biologists will have the opportunity to visit and train at the other observatory. KBO will host a student from OAMa for three or six months each year\, and OAMa will host a student from KBO for up to three months at their field station in Brazil\, joining the local crew at the year-round bird monitoring on the Mantiqueira Highlands. \nIn addition to supporting the intern exchange program\, this trip will fund OAMa’s banding station for an ENTIRE YEAR! That includes six interns and one banding coordinator. Currently\, OAMa is the only banding training program in Brazil. \nThe cost is $5750 per person\, including in-country transportation\, single-occupancy lodging\, and meals with limited alcoholic beverages – the flight to Brazil is not included. The cost with a double occupancy discount is $5250 per person. \nA $ 3\,500 deposit is required to reserve your seat. The final payment is due six months prior to departure. Both the deposit and final payment are non-refundable. A portion of the cost directly supports the intern exchange program between the two bird observatories and is tax-deductible. The maximum trip size is 12 participants; some activities will be split into smaller groups. We reserve the right to cancel the trip before March 13th if the minimum number of attendees is not met. Trip activities will include moderate walking\, sometimes on uneven trails\, and away from facilities for half to full days. \nThis event is no longer accepting new registrations. If you would like to learn more about future trips to Brazil\, you can contact us here.
URL:https://klamathbird.org/event/adventure-to-brazil/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250713T083000
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SUMMARY:“Up to the Siskiyou Crest (and Back)”: A History-and-Birding Auto Tour
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re a newcomer to the region or an old-timer\, participate in a fun and information-filled auto tour led by historian/author Jeff LaLande and noted birders Frank Lospalluto (a KBO consultant) and Stacy Taeuber (a KBO Board member). \nLots of history: The car-pool route will include various “History Stops” (but relatively little actual walking) at such important places as Railroad Tunnel #13 (site of the infamous and tragic DeAutremont Brothers’ botched train robbery of 1923); the old Siskiyou Pass; Grouse Gap shelter (just past Mt. Ashland); the 1850s-1860s “Mountain House” stage stop; the 1846 Applegate Trail; the Hill-Dunn cemetery; and other spots — i.e.\, returning the “back way” (through the upper-most Bear Creek Valley) to Ashland by mid-afternoon. \nBirding among the wildflowers! Along the Siskiyou Crest\, we’ll hike a short stretch of the Pacific Crest Trail near Mt. Ashland. Wildflowers – lupine\, gilia\, Oregon sunshine\, corn lily\, and many other species may be in profusion\, and we will identify and enjoy as many of the flowers and trees as we can. Various raptors should be spotted\, as well as many other birds\, ranging from migrant Green Towhees along the section of the Pacific Crest Trail to Bullock’s Orioles and Acorn Woodpeckers down at Emigrant Lake’s historic Hill-Dunn cemetery. We’ll also encounter and discuss lots of fascinating geology along the way. \nNote: This event is limited to 25 people. We will travel in a car-pool “caravan” of up to personal vehicles (with up to four people in each vehicle). Bring your binoculars\, lunch\, drinking water\, or other beverages\, and your questions for Frank\, Stacy\, and Jeff. And feel free to share your knowledge about what we see! \nWhen: Sunday\, July 13\, 8:30 AM. (We will be back in Ashland by no later than 4:30 and likely well before that.) \nWhere: Meet at the Rite Aid parking area (off Ashland Street\, past Tolman Creek Rd) in the lot’s northeast corner. (Car-pooling will be necessary to keep the group to as few vehicles as possible.) \nMinimum donation: $50 per person
URL:https://klamathbird.org/event/up-to-the-siskiyou-crest-and-back-a-history-and-birding-auto-tour/
LOCATION:Rite Aide Ashland\, 2341 Ashland St\, Ashland\,\, Oregon\, 97520
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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ORGANIZER;CN="Klamath Bird Observatory":MAILTO:ejm@klamathbird.org
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