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Explore the Hawks in the Basin

Written by Elva Manquera on . Posted in Klamath Call Note.

December can be a great time of year to enjoy raptor viewing in the picturesque Klamath Basin! Wintering birds have been arriving, and the weather is still (sorta) mild. 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.

On Dec 5th, we’ll enjoy a 6-8:30 PM lecture in the KBO “Spa” at 2425 Siskiyou Blvd, Ashland. To afford everyone the best possible experience, attendance is strictly limited to 22 attendees. This will allow half the class to enjoy a day-long outing to the Klamath Basin on Dec 7th, while the other half will be in the field on Dec 15th. In each case, we’ll depart Ashland at 8 AM and return around 5-ish. We will carpool (a must!) in 4 vehicles of 4 people each.

Please be sure to dress comfortably and bring lunch and liquids. Much of our birding will be from the roadside, and walking will be minimal.

Because this outing is so popular (hawks have charisma!), early signup is recommended. Your seat will be confirmed upon receipt of your non-refundable, tax-deductible contribution of $65 per person. We’re looking forward to seeing you in the Field Of Wonder!

We ask that you attend the classroom session and one field trip. No “outing-only” signups, please. We’ll be looking forward to seeing you in the Field Of Wonder!

Get to know your instructors

Amanda Alford left and Dick Ashford right

Amanda Alford fell in love with birds for the first time at the Klamath Bird Observatory’s Mountain Bird Festival in 2016. She has been hooked on all things birds ever since! Her birding is often interrupted by her day job as a physician anesthesiologist with Southern Oregon Anesthesia. She was drawn to the science-driven mission of the Klamath Bird Observatory, believing in the power of good science to change the world in all the right ways. She hopes her involvement will help protect KBO’s important work for generations to come.

Dick Ashford has served on the KBO Board since 2005, with two terms as Board President (2007-2009, 2010-2013). He also served on the board of the American Birding Association from 2007-2013 (Chair 2009-2010). A continuing student of birds and birding, Dick especially enjoys leading hawk-watching trips to Oregon’s Klamath Basin. He taught the Hawk ID Workshop at the annual Winter Wings Festival in Klamath Falls for over 10 years.

 

Start the new year off right, with HAWKS!

Written by Elva Manquera on . Posted in Klamath Call Note, Birds & Birding, Trips & Events.

Looking for a New Years’ resolution? How about learning more about nature? Start by joining Dick Ashford for a talk and outing about hawks, some of nature’s most graceful creatures.

The talk will be hosted in person at the Klamath Bird Observatory office in Ashland, OR on January 5th, 6 pm – 8:30 pm.  Then, enjoy a day-long outing to the Klamath Basin on Jan 7th. We’ll depart Ashland at 8 AM and return around 5-ish. To afford everyone the best possible experience, attendance is limited. We will carpool (a must!) in 4 vehicles of 4 people each. Your seat will be confirmed upon receipt of your non-refundable, tax-deductible contribution of $75 per person.

You can learn more about this event and register here. 

HAWKS AND OTHER GRAND BIRDS OF THE SKY – Talk & Walk Program

Written by John Alexander on . Posted in Klamath Call Note, Birds & Birding.

White-tailed Kite (c) 2016 Jim Livaudais

Talk: This presentation will prepare you for the Hawk Watch outing where we will sit at the top of Modoc Rim which borders Upper Klamath Lake and watch hawks fly overhead in their fall migration.

September 28th Wednesday 6:30pm-8:00pm

Walk: Hawk Watch Outing – experience viewing and identifying hawks and other raptors on their migratory journey south from a key flyway observation point.

October 1st Saturday 8:00am-4:00pm

American Kestrel (c) 2016 Jim Livaudais

Leader:  Karl Schneck

Cost:  $25 (or $50 makes you a member of Klamath Bird Observatory). To sign up or if you have questions, contact shannonrio@aol.com.

 

Winter Talks and Walks

Written by Caitlyn Gillespie on . Posted in Klamath Call Note, Trips & Events.

Bohemian Waxwing January 2013 (c) Frank Lospalluto
The Klamath Bird Observatory’s popular Talks and Walks series is back with new opportunities to expand your knowledge of birds seen throughout the Klamath-Siskiyou Bioregion. These Talks will be held on the first Thursday of the month at KBO’s headquarters: 320 Beach Street, Ashland, OR 97520 with the Walks followed on Saturday. To sign up, contact KBO board member Shannon Rio at SHANNONRIO@aol.com and send participation fee of $25 to Shannon Rio at 610 Iowa Street Ashland, Oregon 97520. Space is limited so sign up soon!

WINTER BIRDS

  • Taught by Harry Fuller, KBO Board President.
  • Classroom session: Thursday, November 5th, 2015 6:30-8:00pm at KBO headquarters, Lincoln School.
  • Field trip: Saturday, November 7th, 2015 all day with time of departure to be announced at the talk.
  • In Jackson County some of our resident birds come down from the mountains, like Juncos, Wilsons Snipe, Hermit Thrush, Pacific Wrens and an occasional Townsend Solitaire. An influx of ducks and other birds arrive from colder climes. Some of our birds simply stay put but have to change their diet significantly. Phoebes do not find much call for fly-catching in a real winter. This class will explore our winter birds and see if we have some surprises due to climate change.
  • Space is limited to 15.

    HAWK IDENTIFICATION WORKSHOP

    • Taught by Dick Ashford, local hawk expert and KBO Board Emeritus
    • Classroom session: Thursday, Dec 3, 2015 6:30 – 8:30pm at KBO headquarters, Lincoln School
    • Field trip: Saturday Dec 5, 2015 8am til 5pm-ish; Butte Valley, the Klamath Basin and environs
  • This always-popular workshop returns for another year! During the classroom session, Dick will provide a straightforward introduction to the identification of our local hawks, eagles, and falcons. The goal? To prepare you to be successful (and have fun!) on the Saturday outing. Prerequisites: Fun people only – no whiners!
  • Space is limited to 14.

    • Community Education Events Offered by KBO Board Members and Friends

    Written by KBO on . Posted in Klamath Call Note, Trips & Events.

    Photo (c) 2015 Graham Lewis

    Interested in learning more about the diverse birds of the Klamath-Siskiyou region this fall? Klamath Bird Observatory Board Members and friends are offering lectures and classes on topics ranging from birds and climate change to attracting and feeding birds in your yard.

    Don’t forget to mark your calendars for a lecture or sign up for a class.

     

     

     

    CANARY IN THE COAL MINE, BIRDS AND CLIMATE CHANGE

    • Thursday October 15th from 5:30-6:30 at the SOU, Hannon Library
    • Free lecture given by Harry Fuller

    The following classes are taught at North Mountain Park in Ashland and sign ups are through www.AshlandParksandRec.org:

    EXPLORING MINDFUL BIRDING

    • Wednesday September 16th 6:30-8pm with Saturday 19th 8:30-10am field trip
    • $20
    • Taught by Shannon Rio and Kate McKenzie

    HAWKS!

    • Tuesdays October 6, 13, 20 from 7-8:30pm
    • $25 for the series
    • Taught by Dick Ashford

    LEARNING ABOUT BIRDS

    • Wednesday October 14th 6:30-8pm
    • $15
    • Taught by Shannon Rio

    LEARNING MORE ABOUT BIRDS

    • Wednesday October 21st from 6:30-8pm
    • $15
    • Taught by Shannon Rio

    ATTRACTING AND FEEDING BIRDS IN YOUR YARD

    • Tuesday November 10 from 6:30-8pm
    • $20
    • Taught by Vince Zauskey