Tahoma Bird Alliance

06/08/2026

Wednesday June 24th, 6-7PM via Zoom:
Join us for a virtual presentation with author Joan E. Strassmann! She will be presenting on her new book, The Social Lives of Birds. It comes as no surprise that birds pay attention to each other and we pay attention to birds. Stemming from this fascination with the avian world comes a book about what it means for birds of a feather to flock together, and the stories humans have discovered and documented about their inner, and always surprising, world. Donations appreciated but not required.
Register at link in bio!

06/08/2026

Wednesday June 24th, 6-7PM via Zoom:

Join us for a virtual presentation with author Joan E. Strassmann! She will be presenting on her new book, ‘The Social Lives of Birds’. It comes as no surprise that birds pay attention to each other and we pay attention to birds. Stemming from this fascination with the avian world comes a book about what it means for birds of a feather to flock together, and the stories humans have discovered and documented about their inner, and always surprising, world. Donations appreciated but not required.

Register here:
https://www.tahomabirdalliance.org/speaker-series

06/06/2026

Come check us out at the Point Defiance Flower and Garden Show today and tomorrow!

06/02/2026

Happy June! 🌼With spring winding down and summer ramping up, Pierce Conservation District is looking forward to this month's ELEVEN (11) stewardship work parties. Events like these are key to keeping our green spaces healthy and resilient, and are a fantastic way to learn fun facts about local ecosystems and connect with neighbors. 😊

PCD provides all necessary tools and training, and welcomes folks of all ages to participate in these family-friendly work parties. So, if you've been curious about habitat stewardship, want to learn more about native plants 🌿 and animals, and/or are looking for a low-commitment, outdoorsy volunteer opportunity, join one of our upcoming events!

To learn more and sign up for a stewardship work party, visit our Volunteer Opportunities Page: https://piercecd.org/497/Volunteer-Opportunities

05/28/2026

Stop by the Tahoma Bird Alliance booth at the Point Defiance Flower and Garden show June 6th and 7th! In addition to hosting an informational booth, we’ll also be offering three classes presented by our Director, Suzanne Harkness!

✨Saturday, 4:15 - 4:30 PM | Bird Beaks
This kid-friendly presentation explores how bird beaks are specially designed like specific eating utensils to access native fruit, flowers, seeds, and even insects hidden within local habitats.

✨Sunday, 12:30 - 1:30 PM | Attracting Birds to your Garden
Learn about the resources that native plants provide to our local birds and how birds layer vertically into the habitat, similar to how different plants and trees layer into our yards at different heights and in different seasons.

✨Sunday, 3:30 - 4:00 PM | 5 W's of Bird Feeders
We'll discuss the different types and the "5W's": Who uses them, What feeder type and food to use, When birds need it, Where to place them, and Why.

See you soon!

05/27/2026

Thanks to all those who came out last week for our Volunteer Happy Hour! Volunteers—new and old—enjoyed snacks, drinks, and birding trivia at the TBA headquarters. Our next social event will be our monthly membership meeting at 10:30AM on Saturday, June 20th. Hope to see you there!

05/27/2026

05/23/2026

OFFICE CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY: Our office will be closed Monday, May 25th in observation of Memorial Day. We will reopen for regular office hours on Tuesday, May 25th. If you're in need of bird or animal rescue resources during that time, please refer to the resource list on our website.

The 4th Monday Beginner Birding Walk is cancelled for the holiday as well, but it will resume it's regular schedule in June. As always, trails are open dawn to dusk!

05/22/2026

Saturday, May 23rd, 10-Noon, Adriana Hess Wetland: This Saturday, join us for a habitat restoration workparty led by our habitat steward, Hazel Atwill! The beautiful camas pictured above was planted by volunteers in Fall of 2024 as a bulb the size of pea. This year, it finally flowered! Come be a part of making the park a better place for people and wildlife alike.

Tasks vary by month, but generally include removing invasive species, spreading mulch, minimal trimming of native plants, and occasional planting parties. Come dressed for the weather in clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Gloves, tools, water, and snacks provided. Register below with Pierce Conservation District!
https://piercecd.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=2710&month=5&year=2026&day=23&calType=0

05/16/2026

Spring is in the air. Birds are singing, bees are buzzing, and flowers are blooming, and a fine layer of sticky tree pollen has settled on your car. Luckily, we're still selling carwash tickets! Details on our website:

https://www.tahomabirdalliance.org/sponsor-tahoma-audubon