Raptors of Western Washington - 5 -part class

This class will teach you about the 15 species of diurnal raptors that can be found in western WA, emphasizing field identification and the particularly fascinating element of winter behavior. It will also cover raptor terminology, migration, the daily and annual cycle, birding ethics, equipment and raptor ID books and apps. Instructor Sue Cottrell has studied raptors and guided outdoor trips for more than 30 years, and has a vast knowledge of local raptor populations. She moved to NW WA from Oregon in 1975 and now resides in the heart of winter raptor territory, the Samish Flats, near Bow, WA.

Evening classes will be held at Padilla Bay Interpretive Center for 5 weeks starting Tuesday, January 7 as well as via Zoom starting Wednesday, January 8. For more information, and to register, go to raptorstudiesnw.org . For questions contact Sue at [email protected]

Host or Publisher Padilla Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve