Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge has a rich and varied landscape with many birds to see in in the spring. This bird walk will start at the Headquarters building parking lot. We will walk the Stubblefield Trail and hook up with the Pine Lakes Loop Trail. This walk takes about 2 or 3 hours, but you are welcome to leave early.
Join us for our monthly bird count at the Thorpe Rd parcel - an important, publicly accessible woodland parcel in Spokane's West Hills.
Spokane Audubon Society is partnering with the Inland Northwest Land Conservancy (INLC) to co-lead walks on the Glen Tana Property. Walks will be led by INLC docent and birder Brenda Day and a Spokane Audubon volunteer.
Explore the biodiversity of Saltese Flats on the first Wednesday of every month.
Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge has a rich and varied landscape with many birds to see in in the spring. This bird walk will start at the Headquarters building parking lot. We will walk the Stubblefield Trail and hook up with the Pine Lakes Loop Trail. This walk takes about 2 or 3 hours, but you are welcome to leave early.
Explore the James T. Slavin Conservation Area Saturday, April 11 on a guided birding hike led by hike docent Rick Hosmer, in partnership with a birding expert from the Spokane Audubon Society. This relaxed, out-and-back hike offers an opportunity to learn about the area’s birdlife, conservation, and natural history while exploring a diversity of habitats.
Join Madonna Luers and Woody Myers this Spring to watch the procession of migrating species at Reardan Audubon Lake Wildlife Area just outside the town of Reardan in Lincoln County, just west of Spokane.
Join us in a guided bird walk at Medical Lake, followed by an opportunity for socializing at Roam Coffee. Led by Jim and Bea Harrison, this walk will take place along a mostly level, paved trail covering approximately two miles roundtrip, with benches available intermittently for rest.
Malheur Wildlife Refuge has been one of Bill and Ann-Scott’s favorite NW birding locations for over 40 years. Malheur National Wildlife Refuge is located in Southeastern Oregon’s high desert, at the northern end of the Great Basin. It is adjacent to Steens Mountain, from which the Wild and Scenic Donner und Blitzen River flow into the Refuge’s southern boundary. The Refuge is famous for spectacular concentrations of wildlife, which are attracted to the Refuge’s habitats and abundant water resources in an otherwise arid landscape.
Spokane Audubon Society is partnering with the Inland Northwest Land Conservancy (INLC) to co-lead walks on the Glen Tana Property. Walks will be led by INLC docent and birder Brenda Day and a Spokane Audubon volunteer.
This is an easy walk along flat trails although in some years the water level can be high enough to limit where we can walk. A spotting scope will be available as well as binoculars for those who need a pair. 12 people maximum.
Explore the biodiversity of Saltese Flats on the first Wednesday of every month.
Waikiki Springs is a lovely area managed by the Inland Northwest Land Conservancy. The Little Spokane River flows through it. There are firs on the north facing slope and Pine on the south facing slope and a varied habitat between. This trip is suitable for all levels of birders.
Join Madonna Luers and Woody Myers this Spring to watch the procession of migrating species at Reardan Audubon Lake Wildlife Area just outside the town of Reardan in Lincoln County, just west of Spokane.
Join us in a guided bird walk at Medical Lake, followed by an opportunity for socializing at Roam Coffee. Led by Jim and Bea Harrison, this walk will take place along a mostly level, paved trail covering approximately two miles roundtrip, with benches available intermittently for rest.
Join Richard and Sandy Sollie, along with their 7-year-old granddaughter, on a child-friendly walk through Turnbull Wildlife Refuge. Get a bit of exercise and enjoy a relaxed introduction to birding as we walk the Pine Lakes route and the hiking trails near the Wildlife Refuge’s Headquarters. The pace will be suitable for all ages, and the emphasis of this adventure is fun!
Explore the biodiversity of Saltese Flats on the first Wednesday of every month.
Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge has a rich and varied landscape with many birds to see in in the spring. This bird walk will start at the Headquarters building parking lot. We will walk the Stubblefield Trail and hook up with the Pine Lakes Loop Trail. This walk takes about 2 or 3 hours, but you are welcome to leave early.
Join us in a guided bird walk at Medical Lake, followed by an opportunity for socializing at Roam Coffee. Led by Jim and Bea Harrison, this walk will take place along a mostly level, paved trail covering approximately two miles roundtrip, with benches available intermittently for rest.
Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge has a rich and varied landscape with many birds to see in in the spring. This bird walk will start at the Headquarters building parking lot. We will walk the Stubblefield Trail and hook up with the Pine Lakes Loop Trail. This walk takes about 2 or 3 hours, but you are welcome to leave early.
Explore the biodiversity of Saltese Flats on the first Wednesday of every month.
Join us in a guided bird walk at Medical Lake, followed by an opportunity for socializing at Roam Coffee. Led by Jim and Bea Harrison, this walk will take place along a mostly level, paved trail covering approximately two miles roundtrip, with benches available intermittently for rest.
Join experienced kayaker and birder Carrie Dugovic on a combined canoe/kayak and birding trip that offers a unique opportunity to view birds from the water. This will be an approximately four-hour canoe/kayak on the Little Spokane River from the St. George’s put-in to the 9-mile takeout.
Turnbull National Wildlife Refugehas a rich and varied landscape with many birds to see in in the spring. This bird walk will start at the Headquarters building parking lot.We will walk the Stubblefield Trail and hook up with the Pine Lakes Loop Trail. This walk takes about 2 or 3 hours, but you are welcome to leave early.
Turnbull National Wildlife Refugehas a rich and varied landscape with many birds to see in in the spring. This bird walk will start at the Headquarters building parking lot. We will walk the Stubblefield Trail and hook up with the Pine Lakes Loop Trail. This walk takes about 2 or 3 hours, but you are welcome to leave early.
Turnbull National Wildlife Refugehas a rich and varied landscape with many birds to see in in the spring. This bird walk will start at the Headquarters building parking lot.We will walk the Stubblefield Trail and hook up with the Pine Lakes Loop Trail. This walk takes about 2 or 3 hours, but you are welcome to leave early.
Turnbull National Wildlife Refugehas a rich and varied landscape with many birds to see in in the spring. This bird walk will start at the Headquarters building parking lot. We will walk the Stubblefield Trail and hook up with the Pine Lakes Loop Trail. This walk takes about 2 or 3 hours, but you are welcome to leave early.
Turnbull National Wildlife Refugehas a rich and varied landscape with many birds to see in in the spring. This bird walk will start at the Headquarters building parking lot. We will walk the Stubblefield Trail and hook up with the Pine Lakes Loop Trail. This walk takes about 2 or 3 hours, but you are welcome to leave early.
Beavers and humans have a long and complicated relationship that Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) habitat biologist Jacob Levitus will explore.
Join Madonna Luers and Woody Myers this Spring to watch the procession of migrating species at Reardan Audubon Lake Wildlife Area just outside the town of Reardan in Lincoln County, just west of Spokane.
Explore the biodiversity of Saltese Flats on the first Wednesday of every month.
This is a two-day birding trip to Lewiston, Idaho & Clarkston, Washington, leaving Spokane on Friday, Feb 28 and coming back on Sunday, March 1. If you prefer to come in on Friday night or Saturday morning, we can work out a rendezvous point.
Spokane Audubon Society is partnering with the Inland Northwest Land Conservancy (INLC) to co-lead walks on the Glen Tana Property. Walks will be led by INLC docent and birder Brenda Day and a Spokane Audubon volunteer.
Explore the biodiversity of Saltese Flats on the first Wednesday of every month.
Join us at Brick West Brewery for a social gathering to hear about the 2025 Christmas Bird Count results. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Arrive around noon for some social time before we start talking about the count about 1 pm. We will gather in the mezzanine at Brick West - space is limited so registration is required.
Join us for our monthly bird count at the Thorpe Rd parcel - an important, publicly accessible woodland parcel in Spokane's West Hills. Participants will help document the site's rich bird diversity and strengthen the City of Spokane's application to designate this land for a Trust Land Transfer, ensuring it remains protected for wildlife and for the community.
Join the world in connecting to birds February 13–16, 2026. Watch the video to learn more about the count.
Spokane Audubon Society (SAS) February 11, 6 – 7:30 p.m., meeting at Shadle Park Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. in northwest Spokane, will feature a presentation on monarch butterflies. Meeting room door opens at 5:45 for a little social time before the program begins. If you can’t attend in person, it can be enjoyed from home on-line via Zoom link available at www.audubonspokane.org.
Explore the biodiversity of Saltese Flats on the first Wednesday of every month.
We will hike and bird from the Indian Painted Rocks Parking Area – note Discovery Pass is required – to the SR 291 Parking area, a roundtrip of approximately 3.4 miles. Trail is mostly level with some rocks and a couple of short incline/declines. Beginners welcome.
Spokane Audubon Society (SAS) January 14, 6 – 7:30 p.m., meeting at Shadle Park Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. in northwest Spokane, will feature a presentation on South American birding. Meeting room door opens at 5:45 for a little social time before the program begins. If you can’t attend in person, it can be enjoyed from home on-line via Zoom link available at www.audubonspokane.org.
There is a growing body of evidence that watching birds and connecting with nature has health benefits. When we slow down and pay attention to birds it can create connection and engagement, relaxation and entertainment, stress relief and self-care, and healthy minds and hearts. Join us at Wild Birds Unlimited as we explore the many benefits we receive from the Joy of Bird Feeding.
Explore the biodiversity of Saltese Flats on the first Wednesday of every month.
The Spokane Christmas Bird Count is coming soon. For information on the count and how to sign up, go here.
The Chewelah Christmas Bird Count is coming soon. For information on the count and how to sign up, go here.
The Colville Christmas Bird Count is coming soon. For more information and to sign up go here.
The Cheney Christmas Bird Count is coming soon. For more information and to sign up go here.
Spokane Audubon Society (SAS) December 10 meeting at Shadle Park Library will feature a presentation on Wildlife Conflict.
This trip will have a combination of easy hiking (2-3 miles) and driving about 15 miles. Expect to see typical raptors, Chickadees, Nuthatches, and Woodpeckers, with a chance for more unusual species such as Northern Pygmy Owl, Short-eared Owl, Northern Shrike, and Evening Grosbeak.
Join us at Wildland Cooperative on Green Bluff for a fun afternoon of birds, brews, and trivia! We’ll take a short walk around their working farm to look for raptors, shrikes, and other winter birds before moving indoors for a bird-themed trivia game.
Meet for dinner and overnight in a Brewster, WA motel then go birding the following morning heading west over the Douglas Plateau until dark.
Spokane Audubon Society’s (SAS) November 12 meeting at Shadle Park Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. in northwest Spokane, will feature a presentation on Moths by Dr. Chris Cosma.
Join us for our monthly bird count at the Thorpe Rd parcel - an important, publicly accessible woodland parcel in Spokane's West Hills.
Join volunteers from Spokane Audubon Society on a bird walk near the Spokane River. This "Next Gen" trip is for birders and bird-curious people between the ages of 18 and 40-ish. There will be an optional post-walk social gathering at nearby Brick West brewery.
Located just outside of Spokane, Palisades Park boasts a variety of birds, interesting geology, and views of the city. This mostly flat walk will be geared towards beginners and people who are bird-curious. Total walking distance will be approximately two miles but participants are welcome to leave early.
The trees are lighting up, naturally! Mother Nature is doing her best to paint the Arboretum in anticipation of Spokane’s annual celebration of fall.
Saturday, October 18, 2025
11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
John A. Finch Arboretum
3404 W. Woodland Blvd.
FREE
Rain or shine
Supporting sponsor Bartlett Tree Experts
This annual family event gives everyone a chance to play in the leaves, celebrate trees, check out vendors and explore the Arboretum.
Take your family photo in our massive pile of leaves or with the scarecrow and straw bales. Enjoy hands-on projects for everyone and visit with the many vendors who can help you connect with your environment and with the conservation of our community.
Bring your family to this free, fun event – rain or shine! Be ready to play outside, no matter the weather.
We will be conducting a second bird survey of the Thorpe property to collect more data to hopefully save the area from development. The Thorpe property is located in the southwestern part of Spokane. The survey will take place from a dirt road with some uphill portions and uneven terrain. Novice birders and bird curious people are welcome. Parking is very limited. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Shenandoah to sign up at conservation@spokaneaudubon.org.
Long-time Spokane Audubon Society (SAS) member Jim Acton, who passed away earlier this year, will be remembered on World Migratory Bird Day, October 11, at the Reardan Audubon Lakes Wildlife Area.
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