PACIFIC NORTHWEST WOODPECKERS

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
VIA ZOOM (CLASSES NOT RECORDED)

Registration closes at 4:00 pm the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR: LAURA WHITTEMORE

Woodpeckers are one of the most specialized birds in North America, and the Pacific Northwest hosts as many as 12 species, depending on habitat. They lives their lives in and on trees, rarely bothering with the ground, and function as architects of the forest through their drilling and carving talents. In this class we'll cover how to identify them through field marks and voice plus learn about their life histories, habitat requirements, and unique partnerships with other wildlife.

TUITION: $5 - $15 SLIDING SCALE

THE WONDERFUL WORLD OF WATERFOWL

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10, 9:00 AM- 10:30 AM
VIA ZOOM (CLASSES NOT RECORDED)

Registration closes at 8:00 am the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR: LAURA WHITTEMORE

Waterfowl means more than mallards and Canada geese! Many species of ducks, geese, and swans are on their way south from their tundra nesting grounds, and soon our lakes and ponds will be full of easy-to-confuse species. This class will introduce you to the resident and wintering species we'll encounter in the inland Pacific Northwest and teach you how to tell them apart by behavior, habitat, and the location of white on their bodies.

TUITION: $5 - $15 SLIDING SCALE

OWL EXPLORATIONS WITH LAURA WHITTEMORE

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Pacific Time
VIA ZOOM (CLASSES NOT RECORDED)

Registration closes at 4:00 pm the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR: LAURA WHITTEMORE

Owls never fail to fascinate and amaze us, and an encounter with one is always memorable. This class will introduce you to the owls of the Pacific Northwest, their life histories, and how you can become a better owl watcher.

TUITION: $5 - $15 SLIDING SCALE

BIRDS OF PREY

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2020, 9:00AM - 11:00AM PACIFIC TIME
VIA ZOOM (CLASS NOT RECORDED)

Registration closes at 8:00am the morning of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Meet the many diurnal (active by day) birds of prey found west of the Cascades at this time of year. From the ubiquitous Red-tailed Hawk to the frustratingly similar Cooper's and Sharp-shinned Hawks, you'll get ID tips, natural history facts, and resources for further study of these amazing birds.

The presentation will include:

• The major differences between eagles, hawks, and falcons

• How to spot raptors and ID them by shape and size

• Habitat and prey preferences

• Information about not only year-round residents like the Red-tailed Hawk but winter visitors like the Rough-legged Hawk and Merlin

• Tips on where to go raptor watching in winter in the Pacific Northwest

This is a great opportunity to learn about and draw closer to the birds of prey that soar the skies of Washington and Oregon.

TUITION: $5 - $30 SLIDING SCALE

WINTER BIRD FEEDING BASICS

AND WHO’S WHO AT THE BACKYARD BIRD FEEDER

SATURDAY DECEMBER 12, 9:00AM - 10:30AM PACIFIC TIME
VIA ZOOM (CLASSES NOT RECORDED)

Registration closes at 8:00am the morning of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Bird feeding is a hugely popular hobby across the United States, and millions of dollars are spent each year to attract birds using specialized feeders and food. But which ones are best for the Pacific Northwest and all its wet weather? Instructor Laura Whittemore worked for Portland’s Backyard Bird Shop for two decades and has heard it all and seen it all. Join this class to learn which birds you can attract at this time of year and how to set yourself up for success with feeders, food, and more!

TUITION: $5 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

WINTER BIRDS OF THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST COAST

SATURDAY, JANUARY 23, 2021, 9:00AM - 10:30AM PACIFIC TIME
VIA ZOOM (CLASSES NOT RECORDED)

Registration closes at 8:00am the morning of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Winter birds of the Pacific Northwest coast are a whole new ballgame if you’re used to inland species. Murres, loons, scoters, guillemots, turnstones, oystercatchers and more frequent our rocky shores, offshore waters, and quiet bays. Learn who they are and where to find them so you’ll be prepared for your next drive west!

TUITION: $5 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

a course in corvids

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2021, 9:00AM - 10:30AM PACIFIC TIME
via zoom

Registration closes at 8:00am the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Corvids, the family of birds that includes crows, ravens, and jays, tend to evoke a strong response in people: seems we either respect them for their cleverness and tool use or we resent them for their loud voices and nest-robbing habit. Attend this class to learn more about who the corvids are and why they deserve respect. And if you don’t yet know how to tell a crow and a raven apart, this class will set you straight!

TUITION: $5 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

BIRDING BY EAR

resident birds

MIGRANT BIRDS
SUNDAY, APRIL 11, 2021, 5:00PM - 6:30PM PACIFIC TIME
VIA ZOOM (CLASS WILL BE RECORDED)

Registration closes at 4:00pm the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Laura Whittemore brings her incredible knowledge and passion for birding to this wonderful online class that will help you identify birds by their distinct voices. Meet some of the widespread songbirds of the Northwest, hear their unique songs, and get tips on how to listen and how to retain birdsongs. Learning birdsong will take your nature awareness to a new level, sparking your curiosity and allowing you to find more birds and be more confident in your identification.

You’ll practice around your home and supplement with online resources. This class focuses on spring migrants such as Swainson's Thrush, Western Tanager, Black-headed Grosbeak, and several warbler and flycatcher species.

TUITION: $5 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

wetland birds of the pacific northwest

SUNDAY, MAY 2, 2021, 5:00PM - 6:30PM PACIFIC TIME
VIA ZOOM (CLASS WILL BE RECORDED AND AVAILABLE FOR ONE WEEK)

Registration closes at 4:00pm the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Wetland Birds of the Pacific Northwest: Get to know the incredible diversity of birds that inhabit our many wet places. Whether we seek the large and easy-to-spot Great Blue Heron or the small and secretive Sora, a wetland can keep us busy looking for birds for hours. We’ll cover waterbirds like herons and rails, songbirds and ducks that favor marshes, plus get to know the Wilson’s Snipe, an cryptically colored shorebird that’s often heard before it’s seen.

TUITION: $5 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

SPRING BIRDING INTENSIVE

THURSDAYS: APRIL 22, MAY 6 AND MAY 20, 2021, 5:30PM - 7:00PM PACIFIC TIME
VIA ZOOM (CLASS NOT RECORDED)

Registration closes at 4:30pm the day of the first class meeting. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Take advantage of a smaller more interactive learning experience than is available in our larger online classes. Here’s an opportunity to take a deep dive into the fascinating world of birds. You’ll be able to share your questions and photos and sound recordings to ID, helping to steer the direction of the content.

Over the three sessions we'll cover:

• Spring changes in the birding world

• Who's coming, who's going

• Where to find the seasonal arrivals like warblers, tanagers, grosbeaks, swallows, and orioles

• How to get started learning bird songs (or how to build on what you already know!)

• And so much more!

The multiple class format will allow us to expand and deepen our learning as well as report back with birding experiences had during our time apart.

We hope you’ll join us for this wonderful and unique experience!

TUITION: $25 - $55 SLIDING SCALE

warbler workshop

sunday, may 23, 2021, 5:00pm - 6:30pm pacific time
via zoom (class will be recorded and available for one week)

Registration closes at 4:00pm the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Every spring, millions of warblers migrate to North America from Central and South America to breed, giving us little time each year to see and enjoy them, much less remember what each species looks and sounds like. Attend this online class to learn about the warblers of the Pacific Northwest, their natural history, how to identify them by sight and sound, where to find them, and how you might attract them to your own yard.

tuition: $5 - $20 sliding scale

birding from home

saturday, may 29, 2021, 9:00am - 10:30am pacific time
via zoom (class will be recorded and available for one week)

Registration closes at 8:00am the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Get to know the many species of birds found in cities and neighborhoods and how you can host them in your yard using food, water, and shelter. Learn who's here all year and who visits just for the spring and summer.

TUITION: $5 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

a course in corvids

Sunday, june 6, 2021, 5:00pM - 6:30pM PACIFIC TIME
via zoom (class will be recorded and available for one week)

Registration closes at 4:00pm the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Corvids, the family of birds that includes crows, ravens, and jays, tend to evoke a strong response in people: seems we either respect them for their cleverness and tool use or we resent them for their loud voices and nest-robbing habit. Attend this class to learn more about who the corvids are and why they deserve respect. And if you don’t yet know how to tell a crow and a raven apart, this class will set you straight!

TUITION: $5 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

Little Brown Birds of the Pacific Northwest

SUNDAY, JUNE 13, 2021, 5:00PM - 6:30PM PACIFIC TIME
VIA ZOOM (CLASS WILL BE RECORDED AND AVAILABLE FOR ONE WEEK)

Registration closes at 4:00pm the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Little brown birds in your yard and in the wild can be challenging to identify, but if you know what field marks, behavior, and habitat preferences to pay attention to, suddenly they don't all look alike! Join us to learn about resident brown birds like Song Sparrow, House Finch, and Bewick's Wren, get to know seasonal visitors like Swainson’s Thrush, and even try your hand at identifying confusing fledglings. Brown birds won't look the same to you after this class!

TUITION: $5 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

Pacific northwest woodpeckers

SUNDAY, JUNE 27, 2021, 5:00PM - 6:30PM PACIFIC TIME
VIA ZOOM (CLASS WILL BE RECORDED AND AVAILABLE FOR ONE WEEK)

Registration closes at 4:00pm the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Woodpeckers are one of the most specialized birds in North America, and the Pacific Northwest hosts as many as 12 species, depending on habitat. They live their lives in and on trees, rarely bothering with the ground, and function as architects of the forest through their drilling and carving talents. In this class we'll cover how to identify them through field marks and voice, plus learn about their life histories, habitat requirements, and unique partnerships with other wildlife.

TUITION: $5 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

birds of prey

SUNDAY, JUly 25, 2021, 5:00PM - 6:30PM PACIFIC TIME
VIA ZOOM (CLASS WILL BE RECORDED AND AVAILABLE FOR ONE WEEK)

Registration closes at 4:00pm the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Meet the many diurnal (active by day) birds of prey found west of the Cascades. From the ubiquitous Red-tailed Hawk to the frustratingly similar Cooper's and Sharp-shinned Hawks, you'll get ID tips, natural history facts, and resources for further study of these amazing birds.

TUITION: $5 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

birds of eastern washington and oregon

saturday, july 31, 2021, 9:00am - 11:00am pacific time
via zoom (class will be recorded and available for one week)

Registration closes at 8:00am the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

A unique and varied group of birds make their living on the eastern side of Oregon and Washington. Sagebrush, grasslands, ponderosa pines, and expansive wetlands provide breeding habitat for abundant birdlife, much of which you won’t find on the west side of these states. Meet the Golden Eagle, Prairie Falcon, Green-tailed Towhee, White-faced Ibis, Pygmy Nuthatch and many others in this class, and get excited to explore these habitats.

TUITION: $5 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

OWL EXPLORATIONS

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2021, 9:00AM - 10:30AM PACIFIC TIME
VIA ZOOM (CLASS WILL BE RECORDED AND AVAILABLE FOR ONE WEEK)

Registration closes at 8:00am the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Owls never fail to fascinate and amaze us, and an encounter with one is always memorable. This class will introduce you to the owls of the Pacific Northwest, their life histories, and how you can become a better owl watcher.

TUITION: $5 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

let’s hear it for the girls: demystifying female birds

sunday, september 19, 2021, 6:00pm - 7:30pm pacific time
via zoom (class will be recorded and available for one week)

Registration closes at 5:00pm the evening of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

In many bird species, the sexes look pretty much the same to us: think sparrows, wrens, crows, jays, herons, gulls, most hawks, and more. And in the species that do look different, females often sport plain plumage designed to keep them camouflaged on the nest. Thus our eye is drawn to the flashy male and we write off the female as “hard to ID” or “confusing,” or we think “just look for the male to figure out who she is.”

Join this class to study female birds on their own terms, not in comparison to male representatives of the species. We’ll take a look at several western North American species of finch, grosbeak, woodpecker, hummingbird, duck, hawk, and maybe a few surprises.

TUITION: $5 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

birds of prey — Fall/winter version

sunday, october 3, 2021, 6:00pm - 8:00pm pacific time
via zoom (class will be recorded and available for one week)

Registration closes at 5:00pm the evening of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Meet the many diurnal (active by day) birds of prey found west of the Cascades. From the ubiquitous Red-tailed Hawk to the frustratingly similar Cooper's and Sharp-shinned Hawks, you'll get ID tips, natural history facts, and resources for further study of these amazing birds.

The presentation will include:

• The major differences between eagles, hawks, and falcons

• How to spot raptors and ID them by shape and size

• Habitat and prey preferences

• Information about not only year-round residents like the Red-tailed Hawk but winter visitors like the Rough-legged Hawk and Merlin

• Tips on where to go raptor watching in winter in the Pacific Northwest

TUITION: $5 - $30 SLIDING SCALE

the wonderful world of waterfowl

SATURDAY, october 16, 2021, 9:00AM - 10:30AM PACIFIC TIME
VIA ZOOM (CLASS WILL BE RECORDED AND AVAILABLE FOR ONE WEEK)

Registration closes at 8:00am the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Waterfowl means more than mallards and Canada geese! Many species of ducks, geese, and swans are on their way south from their tundra nesting grounds, and soon our lakes and ponds will be full of easy-to-confuse species. This class will introduce you to the resident and wintering species we'll encounter in the inland Pacific Northwest and teach you how to tell them apart by behavior, habitat, and the location of white on their bodies.

TUITION: $5 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

Forest birds

sunday, october 24, 2021, 6:00pm - 7:30pm pacific time
via zoom (class will be recorded and available for one week)

Registration closes at 5:00pm the evening of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Mature Pacific Northwest forests host birds that are uniquely adapted to live in, on, and among trees. They’re cryptically colored, have tree-clinging feet, use specialized feeding techniques, and more. Attend this class to learn how and where to find these birds, which layers of the forest each type favors, and how to zero in on them in low-light forests by knowing their voices.

TUITION: $5 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

little brown birds of the pacific northwest — fall/winter version

sunday, november 14, 2021, 6:00pm - 7:30pm pacific time
via zoom (class will be recorded and available for one week)

Registration closes at 5:00pm the evening of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Little brown birds can be challenging to identify, but if you know what field marks, behavior and habitat preferences to pay attention to, suddenly they don't all look alike! Join us to learn about the resident brown birds like song sparrow and Bewick's wren, and also get to know the fall and winter visitors like fox sparrow and hermit thrush. Brown birds won't look the same to you after this class!

TUITION: $5 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

winter bird feeding basics

sunday, december 5, 2021, 6:00pm - 7:30pm pacific time
via zoom (class will be recorded and available for one week)

Registration closes at 5:00pm the evening of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Bird feeding is a hugely popular hobby across the United States, and millions of dollars are spent each year to attract birds using specialized feeders and food. But which ones are best for the Pacific Northwest and all its wet weather?

TUITION: $5 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

A Course in corvids

SATURDAY, january 29, 2022, 9:00AM - 10:30AM PACIFIC TIME
VIA ZOOM (CLASS WILL BE RECORDED AND AVAILABLE FOR ONE WEEK)

Registration closes at 8:00am the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Corvids, the family of birds that includes crows, ravens, and jays, tend to evoke a strong response in people: seems we either respect them for their cleverness and tool use or we resent them for their loud voices and nest-robbing habit. Attend this class to learn more about who the corvids are and why they deserve respect. And if you don’t yet know how to tell a crow and a raven apart, this class will set you straight!

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

winter birds of the pacific northwest coast

sunday, FEBRUARY 13, 2022, 6:00pm - 7:30pm pacific time
via zoom (class will be recorded and available for one week)

Registration closes at 5:00pm the evening of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Winter birds of the Pacific Northwest coast are a whole new ballgame if you’re used to inland species. Murres, loons, scoters, guillemots, turnstones, oystercatchers and more frequent our rocky shores, offshore waters, and quiet bays. Learn who they are and where to find them so you’ll be prepared for your next drive west!

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

owl explorations

sunday, FEBRUARY 27, 2022, 6:00pm - 7:30pm pacific time
via zoom (class will be recorded and available for one week)

Registration closes at 5:00pm the evening of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Owls never fail to fascinate and amaze us, and an encounter with one is always memorable. This class will introduce you to the owls of the Pacific Northwest, their life histories, and how you can become a better owl watcher.

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

birding by ear: resident birds

sunday, march 6, 2022, 6:00pm - 7:30pm pacific time
via zoom (class will be recorded and available for one week)

Registration closes at 5:00pm the evening of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Laura Whittemore brings her incredible knowledge and passion for birding to this wonderful online class that will help you identify birds by their distinct voices. Meet some of the widespread songbirds of the Northwest, hear their unique songs, and get tips on how to listen and how to retain birdsongs. Learning birdsong will take your nature awareness to a new level, sparking your curiosity and allowing you to find more birds and be more confident in your identification.

You’ll practice around your home and supplement with online resources. This class focuses on resident birds such as Song Sparrow, Bewick's Wren, Spotted Towhee, and more.

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

little brown birds of the pacific northwest

sunday, march 13, 2022, 6:00pm - 7:30pm pacific time
via zoom (class will be recorded and available for one week)

Registration closes at 5:00pm the evening of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Little brown birds in your yard and in the wild can be challenging to identify, but if you know what field marks, behavior, and habitat preferences to pay attention to, suddenly they don't all look alike! Join us to learn about resident brown birds like Song Sparrow, House Finch, and Bewick's Wren, get to know seasonal visitors like Swainson’s Thrush, and even try your hand at identifying confusing fledglings. Brown birds won't look the same to you after this class!

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

birding by ear: migrant birds

sunday, APRIL 3, 2022, 6:00pm - 7:30pm pacific time
via zoom (class will be recorded and available for one week)

Registration closes at 5:00pm the evening of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Laura Whittemore brings her incredible knowledge and passion for birding to this wonderful online class that will help you identify birds by their distinct voices. Meet some of the widespread songbirds of the Northwest, hear their unique songs, and get tips on how to listen and how to retain birdsongs. Learning birdsong will take your nature awareness to a new level, sparking your curiosity and allowing you to find more birds and be more confident in your identification.

You’ll practice around your home and supplement with online resources. This class focuses on spring migrants such as Swainson's Thrush, Western Tanager, Black-headed Grosbeak, and several warbler and flycatcher species.

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

warbler workshop

sunday, APRIL 24, 2022, 6:00pm - 7:30pm pacific time
via zoom (class will be recorded and available for one week)

Registration closes at 5:00pm the evening of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Each spring, millions of warblers migrate to North America from Central and South America to breed, giving us little time each year to see and enjoy them, much less remember what each species looks and sounds like. Attend this online class to learn about the warblers of the Pacific Northwest, their natural history, how to identify them by sight and sound, where to find them, and how you might attract them to your own yard.

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

wetland birds of the pacific northwest

SATURDAY, MAY 14, 2022, 9:00AM - 10:30AM PACIFIC TIME
VIA ZOOM (CLASS WILL BE RECORDED AND AVAILABLE FOR ONE WEEK)

Registration closes at 8:00am the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Wetland Birds of the Pacific Northwest: Get to know the incredible diversity of birds that inhabit our many wet places. Whether we seek the large and easy-to-spot Great Blue Heron or the small and secretive Sora, a wetland can keep us busy looking for birds for hours. We’ll cover waterbirds like herons and rails, songbirds and ducks that favor marshes, plus get to know the Wilson’s Snipe, an cryptically colored shorebird that’s often heard before it’s seen.

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

pacific northwest woodpeckers

SATURDAY, JUNE 25, 2022, 9:00AM - 10:30AM PACIFIC TIME
VIA ZOOM (CLASS WILL BE RECORDED AND AVAILABLE FOR ONE WEEK)

Registration closes at 8:00am the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Woodpeckers are one of the most specialized birds in North America, and the Pacific Northwest hosts as many as 12 species, depending on habitat. They lives their lives in and on trees, rarely bothering with the ground, and function as architects of the forest through their drilling and carving talents. In this class we'll cover how to identify them through field marks and voice plus learn about their life histories, habitat requirements, and unique partnerships with other wildlife.

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

BIRDS OF EASTERN OREGON AND WASHINGTON

SATURDAY, JULY 9, 2022, 9:00AM - 10:30AM PACIFIC TIME
VIA ZOOM (CLASS WILL BE RECORDED AND AVAILABLE FOR ONE WEEK)

Registration closes at 8:00am the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

A unique and varied group of birds make their living on the eastern side of Oregon and Washington. Sagebrush, grasslands, ponderosa pines, and expansive wetlands provide breeding habitat for abundant birdlife, much of which you won’t find on the west side of these states. Meet the Golden Eagle, Prairie Falcon, Green-tailed Towhee, White-faced Ibis, Pygmy Nuthatch and many others in this class, and get excited to explore these habitats.

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

all about hummingbirds

SATURDAY, JULY 23, 2022, 9:00AM - 10:30AM PACIFIC TIME
VIA ZOOM (CLASS WILL BE RECORDED AND AVAILABLE FOR ONE WEEK)

Registration closes at 8:00am the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Who doesn’t love a hummingbird? Their flight appears to defy the laws of physics, their iridescent feathers resemble precious gems, and they seem to survive on nothing but flower nectar. But there is more to the story! Attend this presentation to learn about our Pacific Northwest hummingbirds as well as other North and South American species. You’ll come away with an even greater appreciation for these tiny birds, plus tips on how to invite them to your own garden.

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

A course in corvids

sunday, july 31, 2022, 6:00pm - 7:30pm pacific time
via zoom (class will be recorded and available for one week)

Registration closes at 6:00pm the day before the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Corvids, the family of birds that includes crows, ravens, and jays, tend to evoke a strong response in people: seems we either respect them for their cleverness and tool use or we resent them for their loud voices and nest-robbing habit. Attend this class to learn more about who the corvids are and why they deserve respect. And if you don’t yet know how to tell a crow and a raven apart, this class will set you straight!

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

LET’S HEAR IT FOR THE GIRLS: DEMYSTIFYING FEMALE BIRDS

SATURDAY, AUGUST 20, 2022, 9:00AM - 10:30AM PACIFIC TIME
VIA ZOOM (CLASS WILL BE RECORDED AND AVAILABLE FOR ONE WEEK)

Registration closes at 8:00am the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

In many bird species, the sexes look pretty much the same to us: think sparrows, wrens, crows, jays, herons, gulls, most hawks, and more. And in the species that do look different, females often sport plain plumage designed to keep them camouflaged on the nest. Thus our eye is drawn to the flashy male and we write off the female as “hard to ID” or “confusing,” or we think “just look for the male to figure out who she is.”

Join this class to study female birds on their own terms, not in comparison to male representatives of the species. We’ll take a look at several western North American species of finch, grosbeak, woodpecker, hummingbird, duck, hawk, and maybe a few surprises.

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

birds of prey — fall/winter version

SATURDAY, september 10, 2022, 9:00AM - 11:00AM PACIFIC TIME
VIA ZOOM (CLASS WILL BE RECORDED AND AVAILABLE FOR ONE WEEK)

Registration closes at 8:00am the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Meet the many diurnal (active by day) birds of prey found west of the Cascades. From the ubiquitous Red-tailed Hawk to the frustratingly similar Cooper's and Sharp-shinned Hawks, you'll get ID tips, natural history facts, and resources for further study of these amazing birds.

The presentation will include:

• The major differences between eagles, hawks, and falcons

• How to spot raptors and ID them by shape and size

• Habitat and prey preferences

• Information about not only year-round residents like the Red-tailed Hawk, but winter visitors like the Rough-legged Hawk and Merlin

• Tips on where to go raptor watching in winter in the Pacific Northwest

TUITION: $10 - $35 SLIDING SCALE

forest birds

sunday, SEPTEMBER 25, 2022, 6:00pm - 7:30pm pacific time
via zoom (class will be recorded and available for one week)

Registration closes at 6:00pm the day before the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Mature Pacific Northwest forests host birds that are uniquely adapted to live in, on, and among trees. They’re cryptically colored, have tree-clinging feet, use specialized feeding techniques, and more. Attend this class to learn how and where to find these birds, which layers of the forest each type favors, and how to zero in on them in low-light forests by knowing their voices.

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

owl explorations

sunday, october 30, 2022, 6:00pm - 7:30pm pacific time
via zoom (class will be recorded and available for one week)

Registration closes at 6:00pm the day before the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Owls never fail to fascinate and amaze us, and an encounter with one is always memorable. This class will introduce you to the owls of the Pacific Northwest, their life histories, and how you can become a better owl watcher.

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

LITTLE BROWN BIRDS OF THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST — FALL/WINTER VERSION

SUNDAY, november 6, 2022, 6:00PM - 7:30PM PACIFIC TIME
VIA ZOOM (CLASS WILL BE RECORDED AND AVAILABLE FOR ONE WEEK)

Registration closes at 6:00pm the day before the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Little brown birds can be challenging to identify, but if you know what field marks, behavior and habitat preferences to pay attention to, suddenly they don't all look alike! Join us to learn about the resident brown birds like song sparrow and Bewick's wren, and also get to know the fall and winter visitors like fox sparrow and hermit thrush. Brown birds won't look the same to you after this class!

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

WINTER BIRD FEEDING BASICS

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2022, 6:00PM - 7:30PM PACIFIC TIME
VIA ZOOM (CLASS WILL BE RECORDED AND AVAILABLE FOR ONE WEEK)

Registration closes at 6:00pm the day before the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Bird feeding is a hugely popular hobby across the United States, and millions of dollars are spent each year to attract birds using specialized feeders and food. But which ones are best for the Pacific Northwest and all its wet weather?

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

A course in corvids

sunday, january 22, 2023, 6:00pm - 7:30pm pacific time
via zoom (class will be recorded and available for one week)

Registration closes at 6:00pm the day before the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Corvids, the family of birds that includes crows, ravens, and jays, tend to evoke a strong response in people: seems we either respect them for their cleverness and tool use or we resent them for their loud voices and nest-robbing habit. Attend this class to learn more about who the corvids are and why they deserve respect. And if you don’t yet know how to tell a crow and a raven apart, this class will set you straight!

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

WINTER BIRDS OF THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST COAST

sunday, february 12, 2023, 6:00pm - 7:30pm pacific time
via zoom (class will be recorded and available for one week)

Registration closes at 5:00pm the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Winter birds of the Pacific Northwest coast are a whole new ballgame if you’re used to inland species. Murres, loons, scoters, guillemots, turnstones, oystercatchers and more frequent our rocky shores, offshore waters, and quiet bays. Learn who they are and where to find them so you’ll be prepared for your next drive west!

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

meet the owls of the pacific northwest

sunday, MARCH 5, 2023, 6:00pm - 7:30pm pacific time
via zoom (class will be recorded and available for one week)

Registration closes at 5:00pm the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Owls never fail to fascinate and amaze us, and an encounter with one is always memorable. This class will introduce you to the owls of the Pacific Northwest, their life histories, and how you can become a better owl watcher.

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

birding by ear: resident birds

SATURDAY, march 25, 2023, 9:00AM - 10:30AM PACIFIC TIME
VIA ZOOM (CLASS WILL BE RECORDED AND AVAILABLE FOR ONE WEEK)

Registration closes at 8:00am the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Laura Whittemore brings her incredible knowledge and passion for birding to this wonderful online class that will help you identify birds by their distinct voices. Meet some of the widespread songbirds of the Northwest, hear their unique songs, and get tips on how to listen and how to retain birdsongs. Learning birdsong will take your nature awareness to a new level, sparking your curiosity and allowing you to find more birds and be more confident in your identification.

You’ll practice around your home and supplement with online resources. This class focuses on resident birds such as Song Sparrow, Bewick's Wren, Spotted Towhee, and more.

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

warbler workshop

sunday, APRIL 2, 2023, 6:00pm - 7:30pm pacific time
via zoom (class will be recorded and available for one week)

Registration closes at 5:00pm the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Each spring, millions of warblers migrate to North America from Central and South America to breed, giving us little time each year to see and enjoy them, much less remember what each species looks and sounds like. Attend this online class to learn about the warblers of the Pacific Northwest, their natural history, how to identify them by sight and sound, where to find them, and how you might attract them to your own yard.

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

birds of prey

sunday, APRIL 16, 2023, 6:00pm - 8:00pm pacific time
via zoom (class will be recorded and available for one week)

Registration closes at 5:00pm the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Meet the many diurnal (active by day) birds of prey found west of the Cascades. From the ubiquitous Red-tailed Hawk to the frustratingly similar Cooper's and Sharp-shinned Hawks, you'll get ID tips, natural history facts, and resources for further study of these amazing birds.

The presentation will include:

• The major differences between eagles, hawks, and falcons

• How to spot raptors and ID them by shape and size

• Habitat and prey preferences

• Tips on where to go raptor watching in the Pacific Northwest

TUITION: $10 - $35 SLIDING SCALE

all about hummingbirds

SATURDAY, APRIL 22, 2023, 9:00AM - 10:30AM PACIFIC TIME
VIA ZOOM (CLASS WILL BE RECORDED AND AVAILABLE FOR ONE WEEK)

Registration closes at 8:00am the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Who doesn’t love a hummingbird? Their flight appears to defy the laws of physics, their iridescent feathers resemble precious gems, and they seem to survive on nothing but flower nectar. But there is more to the story! Attend this presentation to learn about our Pacific Northwest hummingbirds as well as other North and South American species. You’ll come away with an even greater appreciation for these tiny birds, plus tips on how to invite them to your own garden.

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

LITTLE BROWN BIRDS OF THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST: SPRING/SUMMER VERSION

sunday, MAY 7, 2023, 6:00pm - 7:30pm pacific time
via zoom (class will be recorded and available for one week)

Registration closes at 5:00pm the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Little brown birds in your yard and in the wild can be challenging to identify, but if you know what field marks, behavior, and habitat preferences to pay attention to, suddenly they don't all look alike! Join us to learn about resident brown birds like Song Sparrow, House Finch, and Bewick's Wren, get to know seasonal visitors like Swainson’s Thrush, and even try your hand at identifying confusing fledglings. Brown birds won't look the same to you after this class!

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

birding by ear: migrant birds

sunday, MAY 21, 2023, 6:00pm - 7:30pm pacific time
via zoom (class will be recorded and available for one week)

Registration closes at 5:00pm the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Laura Whittemore brings her incredible knowledge and passion for birding to this wonderful online class that will help you identify birds by their distinct voices. Meet some of the widespread songbirds of the Northwest, hear their unique songs, and get tips on how to listen and how to retain birdsongs. Learning birdsong will take your nature awareness to a new level, sparking your curiosity and allowing you to find more birds and be more confident in your identification.

You’ll practice around your home and supplement with online resources. This class focuses on spring migrants such as Swainson's Thrush, Western Tanager, Black-headed Grosbeak, and several warbler and flycatcher species.

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

MEET YOUR SUMMER NEIGHBORHOOD AND FEEDER BIRDS

SATURDAY, JUNE 10, 2023, 9:00AM - 10:30AM PACIFIC TIME
VIA ZOOM (CLASS WILL BE RECORDED AND AVAILABLE FOR ONE WEEK)

Registration closes at 8:00am the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Summer means migrant birds, hummingbirds, and baby birds in the yard. Get to know what birds to expect around your neighborhood parks and in your own yard, and learn how you can attract them, host them, and keep them safe.

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

wetland birds of the pacific northwest

sunday, JUNE 25, 2023, 6:00pm - 7:30pm pacific time
via zoom (class will be recorded and available for one week)

Registration closes at 5:00pm the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Get to know the incredible diversity of birds that inhabit our many wet places. Whether we seek the large and easy-to-spot Great Blue Heron or the small and secretive Sora, a wetland can keep us busy looking for birds for hours. We’ll cover water birds like herons and rails, songbirds and ducks that favor marshes, plus get to know the Wilson’s Snipe, an cryptically colored shorebird that’s often heard before it’s seen.

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

A course in corvids

sunday, jULY 16, 2023, 6:00pm - 7:30pm pacific time
via zoom (class will be recorded and available for one week)

Registration closes at 6:00pm the day before the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Corvids, the family of birds that includes crows, ravens, and jays, tend to evoke a strong response in people: seems we either respect them for their cleverness and tool use or we resent them for their loud voices and nest-robbing habit. Attend this class to learn more about who the corvids are and why they deserve respect. And if you don’t yet know how to tell a crow and a raven apart, this class will set you straight!

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

forest birds

sunday, july 30, 2023, 6:00pm - 7:30pm pacific time
via zoom (class will be recorded and available for one week)

Registration closes at 5:00pm the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Mature Pacific Northwest forests host birds that are uniquely adapted to live in, on, and among trees. They’re cryptically colored, have tree-clinging feet, use specialized feeding techniques, and more. Attend this class to learn how and where to find these birds, which layers of the forest each type favors, and how to zero in on them in low-light forests by knowing their voices.

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

LET’S HEAR IT FOR THE GIRLS: DEMYSTIFYING FEMALE BIRDS

SATURDAY, AUGUST 5, 2023, 9:00AM - 10:30AM PACIFIC TIME
VIA ZOOM (CLASS WILL BE RECORDED AND AVAILABLE FOR ONE WEEK)

Registration closes at 8:00am the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

In many bird species, the sexes look pretty much the same to us: think sparrows, wrens, crows, jays, herons, gulls, most hawks, and more. And in the species that do look different, females often sport plain plumage designed to keep them camouflaged on the nest. Thus our eye is drawn to the flashy male and we write off the female as “hard to ID” or “confusing,” or we think “just look for the male to figure out who she is.”

Join this class to study female birds on their own terms, not in comparison to male representatives of the species. We’ll take a look at several western North American species of finch, grosbeak, woodpecker, hummingbird, duck, hawk, and maybe a few surprises.

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

Ten birds to know

sunday, AUGUST 13, 2023, 6:00pm - 7:30pm pacific time
via zoom (class will be recorded and available for one week)

Registration closes at 5:00pm the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Getting interested in birds? Here are ten species that are easily found and will give you practice in observation and listening. Meet backyard birds like the Song Sparrow, Northern Flicker, and California Scrub-Jay along with further afield species like the Great Blue Heron, Osprey, and Red-winged Blackbird. We’ll also discuss field guides, apps, and other ways to learn.

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

pacific northwest woodpeckers

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2023, 9:00AM - 10:30AM PACIFIC TIME
VIA ZOOM (CLASS WILL BE RECORDED AND AVAILABLE FOR ONE WEEK)

Registration closes at 8:00am the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Woodpeckers are one of the most specialized birds in North America, and the Pacific Northwest hosts as many as 12 species, depending on habitat. They live their lives in and on trees, rarely bothering with the ground, and function as architects of the forest through their drilling and carving talents. In this class we'll cover how to identify them through field marks and voice plus learn about their life histories, habitat requirements, and unique partnerships with other wildlife.

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

birds of prey — Fall/winter version

SATURDAY, october 14, 2023, 9:00AM - 11:00AM PACIFIC TIME
VIA ZOOM (CLASS WILL BE RECORDED AND AVAILABLE FOR ONE WEEK)

Registration closes at 8:00am the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Meet the many diurnal (active by day) birds of prey found west of the Cascades. From the ubiquitous Red-tailed Hawk to the frustratingly similar Cooper's and Sharp-shinned Hawks, you'll get ID tips, natural history facts, and resources for further study of these amazing birds.

The presentation will include:

• The major differences between eagles, hawks, and falcons

• How to spot raptors and ID them by shape and size

• Habitat and prey preferences

• Information about not only year-round residents like the Red-tailed Hawk, but winter visitors like the Rough-legged Hawk and Merlin

• Tips on where to go raptor watching in winter in the Pacific Northwest

TUITION: $10 - $35 SLIDING SCALE

meet the owls of the pacific northwest

sunday, OCTOBER 29, 2023, 6:00pm - 7:30pm pacific time
via zoom (class will be recorded and available for one week)

Registration closes at 5:00pm the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

Owls never fail to fascinate and amaze us, and an encounter with one is always memorable. This class will introduce you to the owls of the Pacific Northwest, their life histories, and how you can become a better owl watcher.

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE

four seasons of birding

sunday, NOVEMBER 12, 2023, 6:00pm - 7:30pm pacific time
via zoom (class will be recorded and available for one week)

Registration closes at 5:00pm the day of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!

INSTRUCTOR:
LAURA WHITTEMORE

What does a year in the life of a birder look like? Which seasons bring which birds? What habitats are best at what time of year? What time of day should you go birding? Get to know the flow of a birder’s year and be prepared to meet the latest arrivals!

TUITION: $10 - $20 SLIDING SCALE