Vancouver Audubon Society’s Young Birders brings together youth grade 6 through grade 12, or between the ages of 10-18, who have an interest in birding and conservation. This group will plan on meeting for at least one field experience per month throughout 2026. Typically the location will be local wildlife areas that are easily accessible by the public for free.
Seasoned birding guides from Vancouver Audubon will accompany the group and help with birding tips and identification.
Binoculars will be supplied for free to all attendees needing them. There will also be several spotting scopes available to see birds up close, even when they are not.
If weather conditions are predicted to be good, we will meet at the parking lot of Steigerwald Lake NWR at 8:00am.
Be prepared for a location change if winds are predicted to be high, or if there is significant precipitation predicted. Steigerwald can be a great place for birding, but it is also very exposed and difficult on stormy days.
An alternative location will likely be a Vancouver Lake (details will be emailed if the change is made).
Be prepared for a 4 mile walk at Steigerwald and dress for changing conditions.
Sign up for this group is required