Early Birds

Calling all larks! (Night owls can sleep in.) This group is for summer birders who like to get out there before dawn when the air is cool, the trails are clear, and the birds are perky and plentiful. I know a lot of untraveled and secluded places you've probably never heard of.

Events will occur on Sauvie Island from the spring to fall migration, May to September, including viewing decks, back roads, fields, lakes, sloughs, riparian areas, and the Columbia River shoreline--anywhere away from the crowds. Groups will be small to reduce our impact. Distances will be short and we will take our time to enjoy ourselves. Leave when you need to or linger longer with us, it's all good. I know some secret places to pick free fruit, too!

Early Birds is for adults 18+ only. Please leave all pets at home. Thanks for not smoking or engaging in any recreational substances during our time together. You are responsible for your own comfort and safety, so read the weather report provided and dress accordingly. If you are a chronic No Show, we'll sic the buzzards on ya.

For more outdoor adventures, check out my all-season hiking group, The Contemplative Hiking Society, for waterfalls, rockhounding, moonrises, sunsets, wildflower walks, fall colors, fruit picking, tidepooling on the coast, viewing the elk rut, watching the salmon spawn, and spotting whales.