Bird of the Week | Dusky Grouse
Grouse hunting season opened Sept 1 in Washington, and while I'm not a hunter I do think about Dusky Grouse a fair bit this time of year as the... Read More
Hike of the Week | Tiffany Mountain
At 8242' elevation with a gain of 1740', Tiffany mountain is one of the highest summits in the Cascades... Read More
Bird of the Week | Evening Grosbeak
Lately, I've begun hearing the strung-together, jumbled, high and sweet call notes of the Evening Grosbeak... Read More
Bird of the Week | Cedar Waxwing
Cedar waxwings only make a thin high-pitched call, but they are dramatic looking birds, and they often move in... Read More
Similkameen-Chopaka Wildlife Area
The Similkameen-Chopaka Wildlife Area is situated at the bottom of the Similkameen Valley. It offers... Read More
Bird of the Week | Spotted Sandpiper
Spotted Sandpipers are "shorebirds" that are common just about all over Washington. Here in Okanogan County... Read More
Hike of the Week | Lookout Mountain Trail, Twisp WA
The Lookout Mountain Trail starts with moderately steep terrain in a lush forest a mile in, you will be rewarded... Read More
Bird of the Week | Ruddy Duck
With a cinnamon body and bright blue bill, the male Ruddy Duck is one of our most noticeable... Read More
Cassimer Bay Wildlife Area
Cassimer Bar filled with wildlife. Search the wetlands for beaver, amphibians and double-crested cormorants... Read More
Bird of the Week | House Wren
The House Wren, a common, native bird all over the United States, is a small bird with a big voice that readily inhabits natural tree cavities and ... Read More
Hike of the Week | Whistler Canyon Trail, Oroville Wa
A scenic network of multi-use trails, Whistler Canyon provides an endless range of options for exploration, birding, rock climbing, horseback riding.. Read More
Bird of the Week | Red-Naped Sapsucker
Sapsuckers are woodpeckers but instead of pecking into and excavating wood in search of insects, they drill small holes in trees in order to make... Read More
Hike of the Week | Cold Spring Chopaka Mountain Trail in Loomis
The Cold Springs trailhead is at over 6000’ so dress for the weather you are going to encounter and not the weather at the valley bottom... Read More
Rufous Hummingbird | Bird of the Week
The Rufous Hummingbird is one of three hummingbirds that breed in Okanogan County. The other two are the Calliope and the Black-Chinned... Read More
Hike of the Week | Clackamas Mountain Trail
This trail provides an excellent introduction to the kind of old growth forest that once dominated this region of the Pacific Northwest. Read More
Bird of the Week | Western Tanager
The Western Tanager is one of our most common forest birds in Eastern Washington, and with a yellow body and red head (on the male) you'd think they'd Read More
Sinlahekin Wildlife Area
The Sinlahekin Wildlife Area is located within the Sinlahekin Valley. It offers a variety of fishing and recreational opportunities thanks to natural Read More
Bird of the Week | Birdwatching in Washington State | American Goldfinch
Introducing the official state bird of Washington, and this week's Bird of the Week. Can you guess what it might be? Read More
Bird of the Week | Birdwatching in Washington State | Northern Flicker
Welcome this week's BIRD OF THE WEEK! A winter woodpecker spotted high above the snowline! Read More
Bird of the Week | Birdwatching in Washington State | Red-Winged Blackbird
Bird of the Week! The Red-Winged Blackbird! Spotted in Okanogan Country Read More
Bird of the Week | Birdwatching in Washington State | Say's Phoebe
Can you spot where this one was found? The arrival of the Say's Phoebe is one of our first signs of spring here in Okanogan Country! Read More
Bird of the Week | Birdwatching in Washington State | Western Meadowlark
Spring is in the air! Read More
Find Dark Skies and Deep Quiet
Light and noise pollution are all around us, even when we don’t realize it. But there are places to escape them. Read More
Bird of the Week | Birdwatching in Washington | Rough-Legged Hawk
Okanogan Country Bird of the weekWinter birding in Okanogan country
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Bird of the Week | Birdwatching in Washington State | Bluebird
A bluebird for those bluebird skies! Learn more about the bird of the week brought to you by OCTC! Read More
Bird of the Week | Birdwatching in Washington | Bohemian Waxwing
Spotted South of Spectacle Lake in Loomis, Washington Bohemian Waxwing
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Bird of the Week | Birdwatching in Washington | Lesser Scaup
Introducing the Bird of the Week, brought to you by OCTC! Read More
Hike of the Week | Sinlahekin & Blue Lake Natural Area
Hike of the Week | Sinlahekin & Blue Lake Natural Area Read More
Hiking Guide
Our Hiking Guide provides detailed information on many different hikes including how many miles the hike will be, with dog friendly options, and more! Read More