Tag Archives: Black-billed Magpie

Smith Rock State Park

Posted on July 7, 2017 by John Rakestraw

I hadn’t been to the dry side of Oregon for far too long, so I took a trip to Smith Rock State Park. The avian stars of this site are the White-throated Swifts that nest here. They did not disappoint, … Continue reading →

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McNary Wildlife Nature Area

Posted on January 18, 2015 by John Rakestraw

Looking past the rather awkward name, the McNary Wildlife Nature Area is a great little spot for birding. The park, which came to my attention by hosting the recent Black-headed Gull, is located in the town of Umatilla, just downstream … Continue reading →

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Goose Lake State Park

Posted on June 18, 2012 by John Rakestraw

About 14 miles south of Lakeview, Goose Lake State Park is always worth a quick stop for riparian birds and waterfowl. Goose Lake is large (8 miles wide, 20 miles long) and shallow (average 4 ft.), making it ideal for … Continue reading →

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