Oregon Coast Celebrates International Migratory Bird Day 2015

Restore Habitat, Restore Birds on the Oregon Coast

(NEWPORT, Ore.) - On Saturday, May 9, Lincoln County will celebrate “Restore Habitat, Restore Birds” as part of International Migratory Bird Day.

International Migratory Bird Day is a global campaign to inspire people of all ages to get outdoors, learn about birds, and take part in their conservation.

Environment for the Americas, the home of International Migratory Bird Day, connects educators, festival organizers, and birders by providing information and educational materials about birds and bird conservation from Canada to South America.

Bird walks and family-friendly activities will be hosted at an array of coastal locales from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

All ages and abilities are welcome, and many activities will be offered in Spanish and English. Visitors will enjoy unique opportunities to witness local and migratory birds in their native habitats.

Come learn and get involved with helping to maintain healthy habitats for our feathered friends.

Activities:

Guided Bird Walks:

• 8 - 10 a.m. Marsh, Woodland and Meadow Bird Walk, at Beaver Creek State Natural Area
• 9 - 10 a.m. Birding by the lighthouse, at Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area
• 1:30 -2:30 p.m. Shorebird and Estuary Walk, at Hatfield Marine Science Center
• 3 - 4 p.m. Seabird Watches, at Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area

Birds Talk:

There is an entrance fee at the Oregon Coast Aquarium, all other locations are free.

To find out more about Environment for the Americas and International Migratory Bird Day events, please visit www.birdday.org.

Source: Bureau of Land Management (BLM)
The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land, the most of any Federal agency. The BLM’s mission is to manage and conserve the public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations under our mandate of multiple-use and sustained yield.