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  • October Meeting

    The wolverine (Gulo Gulo, as he is known scientifically) is an intrepid and solitary carnivore,historically ranging throughout North America’s most rugged and remote regions. However, humanpersecution decimated their populations, and it seemed that wolverines might disappear from much oftheir wild homeland. Today, they are recovering in the contiguous U.S. and sightings of the elusiveGulo are…

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  • Spring into Action: Preparing Your Garden for a Flourishing Season

    As winter bids farewell and the warmth of spring beckons, it’s time to revive your garden and set the stage for a vibrant growing season. Follow these simple steps to ensure your garden thrives in the upcoming months. Clear the Debris: Begin by clearing away any debris that may have accumulated over the winter months.…

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  • Native Plants Database

    Planting native plants in your garden can have numerous benefits for birds and other wildlife, creating a thriving ecosystem that supports biodiversity. Native plants have evolved alongside local wildlife over centuries, forming ecological relationships that are crucial for the survival of many species. One significant advantage is that native plants provide a natural and sustainable…

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  • Olympic BirdFest 2024

    Come Bird with Us Sequim, Washington, April 11-14, 2024 Grab your binoculars and join the Olympic Peninsula BirdFest, at the newly expanded Dungeness River Nature Center (formerly the Dungeness River Audubon Center), Thurs.-Sun., April 11-14, 2024. Online registration opens January 1, 2024, at www.olympicbirdfest.org Discover the spectacular landscapes of the Olympic Peninsula. Enjoy guided birding…

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  • Feed Backyard Birds in Winter

    Here are some great tips from Home & Gardens for keeping your neighborhood birds happy and healthy during the winter months: HIGH FAT options such as nuts, lard and suet are good choices for winter as birds will benefit from the additional energy they provide.BLACK SUNFLOWER SEEDS are a one of the most popular seeds…

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  • City Lights and Bird Migration

    Light pollution used to be something that interfered with star gazing and I always loved to be able to get away from the city and look up at the night sky. Sadly, light pollution is growing in North America by up to 10% per year and has far greater ramifications than most of us knew.…

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  • Killer Cats

    You may not realize that your domestic cat is part of a worldwide epidemic that is responsible for the death of a staggering number of beneficial animals each year. We think of cats as going after mice and rats. We encourage feral cats into our farmlands and orchards to help rid us of those particular…

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