Birding by Sound Workshop

Birding by Sound Workshop

Take a melodic journey and discover the art of identifying birds by their songs on a morning walk along Oxbow's trails.

By Oxbow Farm & Conservation Center

Date and time

Sunday, June 2 · 9 - 11am PDT

Location

Oxbow Farm & Conservation Center

10819 Carnation Duvall Road Northeast Carnation, WA 98014

Refund Policy

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About this event

  • 2 hours

Join Dawn Huss, Oxbow's resident restoration specialist and bird enthusiast, for a delightful morning walk along Oxbow's trails as we tune into the songs of various birds. Before we set out, Dawn will discuss essential tools that help inform bird identification by sound. If you have binoculars, bring them along; we also have a few pairs available for sharing. Additionally, consider bringing a portable bird guide or downloading an app like Merlin or Audubon to enrich your learning experience.

This workshop is intended for all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

Dawn Huss serves as Oxbow's Restoration Specialist and Volunteer Coordinator and has enjoyed birding for 20 years. She began her birding journey after an ornithology class in college, and continues to pursue it both for pleasure and to support conservation efforts.

PRICING

We strive to create accessible learning and connection opportunities for our whole community.

Community Supported Price: $5

Standard Price: $10

Community Supporter Price: $15 (Helps provide reduced-price tickets and contributes to the overall success of our workshop program)

All workshop participants are required to register.

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Oxbow is open rain or shine, except in cases of extreme weather (lightning, high winds, wildfire smoke, or flooding conditions that make it unsafe for visitors).

*Note to registrants: If we cancel an event you will be notified via email when the decision to close is made.

Accessibility

Please note that due to the terrain of our fields and trails, this workshop is not wheelchair accessible. However, Oxbow offers accessible parking and restroom facilities. For more details about our amenities or if you have specific accessibility concerns, please don't hesitate to contact Nicole at nicole@oxbow.org. We're here to assist you!

What to wear and bring

The terrain around Oxbow is uneven; we recommend wearing sturdy shoes or boots. Dress for the weather and be prepared to walk and explore! For food, beverage, and Farm Stand purchases, we accept all major credit cards, cash and Apple Pay.

Come camera-ready for all the opportunities to document your memories at Oxbow and use the gorgeous backdrop scenery of an organic farm in the Snoqualmie Valley.

Health & Safety information

  • Smoking, vaping, and alcohol are prohibited.
  • With the exception of service animals, dogs are not permitted anywhere on Oxbow grounds, including in the parking area. Please leave your furry friends at home!
  • Observe all posted signage indicating which areas are for visitors. If you come across an unmarked area, please, do not enter.
  • Do not enter tunnels or harvest anywhere unless invited to by Oxbow staff.
  • Be mindful that we have Honey Buckets for visitor bathroom use. We will have hand washing stations and hand sanitizer available.

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Frequently asked questions

Can children attend?

This workshop is open to all ages! Children must have adult supervision throughout the event. All workshop participants must register. Young children who are attending but not actively participating are welcome free of charge, but we kindly request their registration as well.

What is the difference between ticket prices?

Oxbow Workshops were born out of a hope to create accessible learning and connection opportunities for our whole community. We offer a standard price, a Community Supported price for those that may need assistance, and a Community Supporter price that helps to provide reduced-price tickets.

Is there free parking?

Yes! We have plenty of parking spots available at the Farm Stand.

Organized by

Oxbow Farm & Conservation Center

Oxbow’s MissionOur mission is to inspire people to eat healthy, sustainably grown food and to steward our natural resources for future generations.

What we doOxbow is located on 240 acres of forest and grassland bordered by Western Washington’s Snoqualmie River. We use this mixed landscape to:

Produce food. We cultivate 12 acres of certified organic mixed vegetable crops, herbs, and flowers using agro-ecological principles and engage in research to inform conservation agriculture practices. We grow food for local grocery stores, restaurants, hunger relief, a CSA program, and an on-site seasonal Farm Stand.

Grow native plants. We operate a native plant nursery that uses sustainable growing methods to produce plants for habitat restoration projects and urban landscapes. We share our knowledge to encourage increased production and use of natives in the Pacific Northwest, and beyond.

Connect children to nature. We offer education programs for children pre-K through high school to build environmental literacy and provide students with opportunities to learn about the links between agriculture, conservation, and the environment.

Restore and sustain habitat. We carry out ecological restoration projects and partner with scientists, regional planners, and other environmental organizations to learn how humans can benefit from the land while protecting biodiversity.

Cultivate community. We offer people of all ages opportunities to put their values into action as we promote climate resilience and encourage healthy food systems. We foster community through volunteer opportunities, Membership, a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program, workshops & tours, and special events.

$5 – $15