In collaboration with BigJoy Bird Club and the Bird Alliance of Oregon, Willamette Riverkeeper will be hosting a free birding paddle on Ross Island. BigJoy Bird Club Outings are affinity-based nature experiences reserved for members of BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities in joyful, welcoming outdoor spaces. Whether you are an experienced birder or an avian novice, we encourage you to join us for a morning of exploring the wildlife of the Willamette River in Portland.

This event is currently under active development and planning – further details and registration will be announced by late Winter 2026! For any questions, please reach out to WRK event coordinator Theresa Tran via email at [email protected].