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Discovering Seattle’s Blue Jay: The Steller’s Jay

Discovering Seattle’s Blue Jay: The Steller’s Jay

Steller’s Jay | Pedro Rodriguez | NextGen councilmember  by Wren Wagenbach, NextGen Councilmember So you saw a blue bird in Seattle and immediately thought: “Blue Jay!” And you would be correct that you saw a jay that was blue, but chances are you...
Binoculars 101: How to Choose Your First Pair for Birding

Binoculars 101: How to Choose Your First Pair for Birding

Birders with binoculars | Anthony Floyd If you’ve ever gone on a bird walk and heard someone casually say, “Did you see the eye ring?” while you were still trying to spot the bird, you’re not alone. For many people, binoculars are the key that unlocks the joy and...
Who’s In Town? American Wigeons

Who’s In Town? American Wigeons

American Wigeon | Eric Ashman | Audubon Photography Awards  by Wren Wagenbach, NextGen Councilmember American Wigeon – Mareca americana Large flocks of Wigeons have descended on Seattle lakes and coastal areas for the winter! American Wigeons spend the summer on...
Sara’s Story: Healing Grief Through Birding

Sara’s Story: Healing Grief Through Birding

Photo courtesy of Sara Rocero by Sara Rocero, Board Member There are moments in life when grief feels unbearable. For me, that moment came when my sister passed away, leaving behind three young children. Soon after, my mother needed lifesaving surgery. As an...