Two hours of private guided birding through the garden, starting 1 hour before it opens to the public. 

Our focus will be on birding by ear, getting acquainted with the unique songs and calls of our summer birds as well as their ID marks. The birds will ultimately decide our focus, however, and we will be flexible to what they have to offer. The pace will be slow and deliberate. We will make many stops and take time to ensure that everyone has a chance to see and/or hear the bird. Beginners welcome! 

-Bring binoculars if you have them! If not, I’ll have a few extras to share. I’ll bring a scope as well.

-Dress for the weather! Layers can be very helpful. A brimmed hat will help keep the sun out of your eyes and the rain off your binoculars.

About the Guest Facilitator: 

Rey (they/them) is a birder and nature educator who was born and raised in Oregon. They are a co-leader of Portland's Feminist Bird Club and serve on the board for the Oregon Birding Association. They are committed to ethical birding, as well as to creating safe and inclusive spaces in the natural world,