Saturday, February 6, 2016 - 4:00pm to 8:00pm
Jackson Bottom Wetlands Preserve
Address:
2600 SW Hillsboro Highway
Hillsboro, OR 97123
United StatesPark/Trail:
Venture forth into the night to listen for and spot local owls. We begin near dusk and continue until after dark in search of several species such as Pygmy, Saw-whet, Great-horned, Barred and Short-eared owl. Participants travel by carpool to Washington County sites. Meeting place to be announced. Ages 16 -- Adult.
To register visit contact website (below) or call 503-681-5397. Program #: 49504
For general information on program contact Steve Engel via email or phone (below).
Venue:
Jackson Bottom Wetlands Preserve Education Building
Venue Details:
Jackson Bottom Wetlands Preserve is a facility of the City of Hillsboro Parks & Recreation Department bordering the Tualatin River in SW Hillsboro. Features include: 635 acres of wetlands undergoing an active restoration program and riparian forest with four miles of walking trails. A pollinator garden with active mason bee nests, benches and sheltered overlook of preserve. A designated Important Bird Area for wintering waterfowl. Over 200 species of birds have been recorded. Trails are open dawn to dusk. Pets and bicycles are not allowed on the trails. Education Center Building open 10am-4pm daily: real bald eagle nest, interpretive displays, nature store, classroom, restrooms.
Cost:
$18 Resident, $25 Non-Resident
Contact Information
Contact Name:
Steve Engel
Contact Phone:
503-681-6283
Contact Email:
steve.engel@hillsboro-oregon.gov
Contact Website: