Birdwatching Walk: Fundraiser for Animal Charities

I’m raising money for animal charities, and this year I’m aiming to double last year’s total and raise over $3,000.

Join me for a birdwatching walk through Union Bay Natural Area and donate whatever you can. Every amount helps, and no one will be turned away. If you’d like a guide, the suggested donation is $30–$80. I accept Venmo, Zelle, or cash. All proceeds go to Animal Charity Evaluators’ Greatest Needs Fund, where donations are currently being matched 2x.

Bonus gift: Donate $80 or more and you’ll get a copy of my 2027 Wildlife Photography calendar!

Details:

• Meet at UW Link Station
• Walk together to Union Bay Natural Area
• Up to 3 miles at a leisurely pace (see route)
• Why Union Bay? At least 265 bird species have been recorded there over the years, including 92 so far this month.

What to bring:

• Waterproof shoes
• Warm layers
• Waterproof jacket
• Binoculars, if you have them (if not, don’t worry, we’ll share)
• Waterproof bag to keep your calendar dry on the way home (if you’re donating $80+)
• Recommended: A phone with the free Merlin app and the “US: West Coast” bird pack installed (installation instructions)

About the cover photo: a Pied-billed Grebe family I photographed at Magnuson Park in Seattle. The chick is riding on its parent’s back.