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Vancouver, Washington (Clark County)
Vancouver is located near the Oregon-Washington border
on the Columbia River and north of Portland, OR.

Mission Statement:

Vancouver Audubon believes in the wisdom of nature's design and promotes
this through education, involvement, stewardship, enjoyment and advocacy.

Meeting Place
Clark County Genealogical Society
717 Grand Boulevard (Grand & Evergreen)  Vancouver, Washington
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Next General Meeting


                                   When:  Tuesday,  March 2, 2010
                                   
Program: 7:30 PM
                                   
Birding Class:  6:45 PM     

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March 2010 Program

Feathered Architects:
The Fascinating World of Bird Nests

By Idie Ulsh

From eagles to hummingbirds, Idie Ulsh will explore with us how and where birds make nests, nest configurations and relate interesting facts about their construction. She has photographed the nests of more than 30 species, with an emphasis on song birds.

Idie is well known for her bird, butterfly and butterfly gardening programs and has recently completed an in-depth, three-year study of bird nests. She is a past president of Seattle Audubon, founder of the Washington Butterfly Association, Seattle Audubon Master Birder, freelance nature photographer and an independent college counselor.

In addition to her own photos, she will include photos from University of Puget Sound Slater Museum, Cornell Lab of Ornithology and many local photographers who have contributed to this unique and fun program.



Upcoming Programs

April:   Peru by Sherry & Arden Hagen


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Field Trips
Brownsmead & South Jetty Columbia River


Leader:
  Arden Hagen,  360-892-8872
When: February 13,  Saturday                 
Time: 8:00 AM
Meet at: 134th St. Park & Ride in Salmon Creek

We will head to the Brownsmead-Astoria area and the South Jetty of the Columbia River. This will be an all day trip, so dress for the weather, bring lunch and snacks.

Tualatin River NWR


Leader:
  Arden Hagen,  360-892-8872
When: March 27,  Saturday                 
Time: 8:00 AM
Meet at: Inn at the Quay, west side parking lot.

This is a half-day trip. We will visit the newest refuge in our area, looking for early migrants and resident species. Bring a lunch or snacks.


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VAS Activities
    CBC, Birdathon

Conservation
    Local and state issues

Education Department
    Classes, Daycamp, Adventures

How to Contact Us
    Mail, phone or email

How to Join VAS
    Membership form

Local Birding Quiz
    Can you identify the birds

Volunteer Opportunities
    for VAS & the area

Photo Gallery
    Photos taken by VAS Members

Birdathon
    Join our annual Fund Raiser

Related Web Sites
    Washington and National

Grants Available from VAS

Vancouver Audubon is now accepting application for Grants which fall under the purposes stated in our Mission State (see above) and the guidelines drawn up by it's board members.

Grant Guidelines
    Check here to see if you qualify

Grant Application
    The form to fill out


Birding in the Area
  Tips on where to bird

Clark Co. Checklist

Skamania Co. Checklist

Columbia River Gorge
        The Washington side

Steigerwald NWR
         Washougal, WA (SW WA)

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Ridgefield NWR
        Ridgefield, WA (SW WA)

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Vancouver Lake Area
        Vancouver, WA (SW, WA)

Vancouver Audubon Society was established in December 1975

This site maintained by:
Sherry Hagen   vas@pacifier.com

VAS Website is hosted  by Infinity Internet:
www.iinet.com   Vancouver, WA
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