By November most of the summer visiting birds have migrated south to their wintering grounds. But the late fall sees an influx of waterfowl and raptors.
Additionally, some rare species can show up in November. I remember one November when a Scissor-tailed Flycatcher and Tricolored Heron--both Oregon rarities--were a few miles apart on the Oregon coast. There are often a few surprises to be found for those searching.
This is perhaps the time to clean your bird feeders and get them ready for winter feeding. That rain falling now may soon be snow!
Taking advantage of the influx of raptors there is at least one bird festival in the Pacific Northwest this November. Please let me know if there are others.
Where are you planning on watching birds in the coming month and
what species do you hope to see there? Are you a field trip organizer?
We want to hear what you offer (fee or free). Leave your response in the
Comments section as ideas for others.
Birding Festivals:
Frasier Valley Bald Eagle Festival
November 17-18, 2012
Frasier Valley, BC