National Audubon Society

NEWSLETTER May 20, 2021

More Than You Can Shake A Stick At

Did you know that hundreds of thousands of visitors are pouring into our region this month? That’s correct, we are being invaded by a multitude of migratory birds, each traveling thousands of miles to make their summer residences here in our community. But this is anything but a vacation…these warblers, tanagers, and vireos are getting down to the business of finding mates, building nests, raising families, and finding scores of insects to feed their hungry broods. These colorful summer visitors will be with us but a short few weeks serenading us with birdsong and brightening our lives with their vibrant colors. Spring migration is here…so enjoy our feathered friends from the south.

Western Tanager photo by Mick Thompson

We're Coming Back!

Beginning Saturday, May 29, the Seward Park Audubon Center will restart our outdoor programs and we are elated to welcome Ed Dominguez back in his role as Lead Naturalist. Thank you to all of our friends and neighbors who filled our slate of reopening programs in record time! We have added additional programs as we get back to business. Our Nature Store will begin its new hours starting May 29. Saturdays and Sundays, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Lady Fern photo by Peggy A. Lopipero-Langmo

Seeking the Legends: Athyrium in Chains

This month we honoring the legendary band Alice in Chains as we look ‘Down in a Hole’ to find our Pacific Northwest ferns! They lie in the understory in our forests and even overhead in our trees. Our ancient ferns are part of the cultural identity of this region and some are part of our dining menu. Grab your smartphone, fire up iNaturalist, and find those ferns!

Learn more and start seeking the legends

Lady Fern photo by Peggy A. Lopipero-Langmo

Can you dig it?!

Friday, May 28, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Advance Registration Required

We are inviting our forest warriors to come out in May to help us remove invasive plant species from Seward Park. We are providing tools, gloves, and good cheer as we work the land to protect the places birds and other wildlife need to thrive.

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Photo by Amy Scarfone

Owl Prowl

Friday, May 28, 2021
8:30 PM - 10:30 PM

Free
Advance Registration Required

Seward Park is the home and hunting grounds for several species of owls. Lead Naturalist Ed Dominguez will introduce our audience to the traits and habits of these masters of the night, then lead a trek through our forest, under the cover of the night, in search of these owls.

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Great Horned Owl photo by Mick Thompson

Bat Trek

Wednesday, June 9
8:30 PM - 10:00 PM

Free
Advance Registration Required

Our guided Bat Trek features a presentation on bats of the Pacific Northwest and a guided walk to locate and identify these creatures of the night with the setting sun as our backdrop. We'll observe and listen for local bats in their natural habitat, flitting through the trees and skimming over the water as they devour a bounty of flying insects. It's a fantastic way to explore this magical piece of our local urban environment.

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Little Brown Bat photo by Matt Reinbold

The Naturalist's Notebook | Warblers

Thursday, June 17
6:00 - 7:30 PM
Online

Free
Pre-registration Required

The Seward Park Audubon Center is introducing a new program. The Naturalists Notebook is our new online platform for Lead Naturalist Ed Dominguez to highlight the extraordinary range of flora and fauna in our region. We start with a look up above as Ed takes inventory of the many species of Warblers that brighten our skies each year as they migrate to breeding grounds in the north.

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Wilsons Warbler photo by Mick Thompson

Order Up!

Due to the pandemic, the Center remains closed, but we are now accepting orders for curbside pick-up. Choose from many birdfeed options, fun jigsaw puzzles, handmade bird boxes, and our favorite books. Place your order online for pickup on Saturday or Sunday mornings. All orders must be placed online. No walkup purchases allowed. We’ll see you back in the park soon!

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Seward Park Audubon Center
5902 Lake Washington Blvd S, Seattle, WA 98118
206-652-2444 | Seward Park website

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