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Do you enjoy watching birds in wetlands, lakes, and streams, but are not sure what they are doing, where they came from, or even know their name? Do you want to learn more about bird behavior, migration, identification, or how to use binoculars? Join U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Biologist, Michelle McDowell, to learn the basics of birdwatching and nature observation and open your eyes to the wonders that can be discovered at Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge. Fall and winter are the best time to experience migrating waterfowl that travel through the refuge by the thousands. All experience levels are welcome.

Space is limited so register early by emailing or calling jenna_mendenhall@fws.gov 503-625-5944 x222. We explore the refuge in rain or shine so dress for the weather. We will take a leisurely easy stroll on our wheelchair accessible nature trail. Bring your binoculars and field guides if you have them or borrow ours during the walk.

Please Join the Forest Park Conservancy for an enchanting and educational hike in our Portland Jewel-Forest Park! November-History MonthSaturday, 11/24, 1pm - 4pm:The Human History of Forest ParkFrom the hunting grounds of the Chinook, to the outlaw occupancy of Danford Balch, investigate Forest Park’s first human inhabitants and the marks they left on the landscape. Pre-registration required for all hikes. Visit our website to reserve your spot!www.forestparkconservancy.org

Please Join the Forest Park Conservancy for an enchanting and educational hike in our Portland Jewel-Forest Park! November-History MonthSunday, 11/11, 1pm - 4pm:Forest Park Women’s WalkJoin Forest Park Conservancy’s all-woman hiking group and venture into uncharted territory.  Pre-registration required for all hikes. Visit our website to reserve your spot!www.forestparkconservancy.org

Spend your days off from school having fun in nature. These educational camps are filled with hiking adventures, creative crafts, games and friends. Bring a lunch, water bottle and two snacks. Dress for the weather. Suitable for ages 7 - 11 years. Advanced registration required; call 503/629-6350.   An assessment fee will be charged for out-of-district patrons.

Whether it's a calm breeze on a warm day or a crazy, cold blizzard, we can't avoid the weather. So, if you can't beat it, join it. We'll track the weather at the Nature Park and then do some science experiments to try to make our own weather conditions.

The Friends of the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge would like to invite you to these years BirdFest celebration. Birdfest is an annual celebration of birds, nature, and Native American culture. This free event offers your friends and family to explore a gem of a wildlife refuge, learn about Chinookan culture, and attend talks, presentations, interpretive hikes, a salmon bake, and more all just 20 minutes north of Portland off of I-5. You can check out the schedule of events here: http://ridgefieldfriends.org/birdfest/schedule-of-events/. We hope to see you out and about during this wonder-filled weekend!