Conservation for All The future of birds and the future of our communities are deeply intertwined, and it will take all of us to ensure they can thrive in a changing world. Join the team behind the 2022 State of the Birds Report—the first since the landmark study in 2019 showed the loss of 3 … [Read more...]
The Success and Challenges of the Last 30 Year’s
As part of the PIF Visioning Retreat in February 2022, Carol Beidleman provided a summary from the PIF Retrospective Team, looking to the past to inform the future. This Team, with Carol Beidleman as lead, included Carol Beardmore, Geoff Geupel, and John Alexander. Through meetings in 2020 and 2021, … [Read more...]
The Partners in Flight 2022 Action Plan
Bird conservation challenges and opportunities have changed constantly in the 30 years since Partners in Flight began. To respond to those changes, Partners in Flight has periodically taken a step back to assess our progress, consider the way we move forward as an initiative, and consider the … [Read more...]
JOIN US for the Recovering America’s Wildlife Act Birders’ Rally (virtual)!
JOIN US for the Recovering America’s Wildlife Act Birders’ Rally (virtual)! Tuesday, May 24, 2022 12 - 1 PM ET Register Here Calling all bird lovers! We need everyone who cares about birds to rally together for the passage of the Recovering America’s Wildlife Act. With historic levels of funding … [Read more...]
Forest for the Birds Finished Webinar Series
Thank you to everyone that attended the Forest for the Birds webinar series. This 12-part lecture series addresses the 50-year decline of 3 billion birds through partnerships, conservation science, and forest management. The series told a compelling story about forest bird population declines, … [Read more...]
Forest for the Birds Webinar Series
Did you miss the last Forest for the Birds Webinar by Dr. John Alexander from the Klamath Bird Observatory? No worries you can find the recording of John's webinar "Effectiveness monitoring – evaluating the effects of forest management on bird populations," here. All of the recorded webinars from … [Read more...]
What is it about birding? A panel discussion on the joys of birding.
What is it about birding? Learn about the joys of birding from a panel of experienced birders – and new birders who are just getting started. This recorded panel is intended to create a sense of belonging and community for people of color. This BIPOC panel discussion was hosted by the US Fish and … [Read more...]
#BigYearAtHome December Challenge- Winterizing your Garden
Our December #BYAH challenge is to winterize your gardens with birds in mind. During winter all animals still need quality food, water, and shelter to survive and, as habitat loss and climate change continue to impact these necessities. By winterizing your garden for birds, you can help birds … [Read more...]
Sing, Fly, Soar, and Cartoon — Like a Bird
Partners in Flight is co-hosting a World Migratory World Day Event with Klamath Bird Observatory. This special holiday animation workshop will be fun for the whole family. It will be led by Larry Leichliter, former PEANUTS director, and accomplished animator. The workshop will offer a live-action … [Read more...]
Birding for Beginners: helping diverse communities find their place in birding
“Now may just be the perfect time to take up the meditative, educational, and inclusive hobby known as birding -- an easy social-distancing activity year-round, including the fall and winter months… While birding is a relatively accessible hobby in general, some may find it challenging to get … [Read more...]