Owl Prowls and birding Outings for the week of February 1st through February 7, 2021

 Greetings to Seattle bird lovers!  Trying to dodge rain showers is always a challenge this time of year but after scanning the latest forecast models I am offering the following outings:

Wednesday, Feb. 3rd, 1:30 to 3:30 PM Birding in Magnussen Park.

Thursday, Feb. 4th 7:00 PM Owl Prowl Carkeek Park.

Friday, Feb. 5th 7:00 PM Owl Prowl  location TBT.


Looking forward to having you join me for some adventure in nature!  $25.00 per person please.

email me at: edomino.ed@gmail.com to register.

Happy February everyone, sunset is after 5:00 PM now!!


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