Happening in Nature - November

• See some early powder up in the mountains? Take a drive and you may see Snow Buntings, American
Tree Sparrows and Longspurs amongst the snow!

• Pine Siskin flocks may arrive through January - have Fine Sunflower Chips ready!

• Trumpeter Swans have been spotted at Sikes Lake near Carnation this time of year while Tundra
Swans have been commonly seen at Crescent Lake near Monroe. Listen for their beautiful calls!

• Did a storm come through? Pull out your Park Pass and head over to the Skagit Wildlife Area to see
hawks, swans, waterfowl, shorebirds and owls forage for food! We've heard through the grapevine that
clear days immediately after a storm have the most chance of spotting large varieties of birds.

• In an irruptive year, Snowy Owls arrive.

• If there is an early cold snap, the Varied Thrush may peek out of their hiding spots! Put out some fruit,
half an orange is one idea, and the Varied Thrush may come by! These birds do not like to perch, so
we recommend keeping any food for them low to the ground on a tray or flat feeder. Good luck!

• The Leonid Meteor shower makes it's appearance this month! The peak of the meteor shower is
usually around the 17th - 20th of November. Check the local weather reports to make sure clouds
won't hamper your viewing enjoyment!

• Warblers, including the Orange-crowned Warblers which are the last of the departing migratory birds)
have gone south for the winter.

• Black Tail and Mule Deer go into rut this month.

Nature Events

• Project Feeder Watch begins this month and extends until April!
Check out the details at: Project Feeder Watch

• Here's a reminder! Hunting season varies from species to species, but generally runs from
September through January. We highly recommend wearing brightly colored clothing while enjoying
your outdoor bird adventures.