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Tuesday is for the birds

Name: Tuesday is for the birds
Start: 2026-09-08
End: 2026-09-08
Location: Bend

Tuesday is for the birds is a cultural and nature-focused event in Bend, Oregon, featuring a book presentation followed by a guided walk to observe migrating birds. The evening highlights regional ecology and the seasonal behavior of Vaux’s Swifts.

Date: Sep 8, 2026
Location: Bend
Status: Recently ended

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Tuesday is for the birds

Date: Sep 8, 2026
Location: Bend

Book Presentation Nature Walk Bird Watching

Event summary

Highlights

Author presentation at Dudley’s bookshop
Sunset viewing of Vaux’s Swifts descending into a local chimney
Discussion on the ecology of Oregon old-growth forests

This event features a book presentation by author Richie, whose work blends memoir with ecology to explore the old-growth forests of the Oregon Cascades. Held at Dudley’s, the presentation discusses the natural history of the region, including local species like the American Dipper and the ancient western juniper trees found on Horse Ridge.

Following the talk, participants are invited to take a short walk into downtown Bend to witness a local wildlife spectacle at sunset. The group gathers to watch hundreds of Vaux’s Swifts as they circle and descend into the chimney of the Boys & Girls Club to roost for the night. This gathering coincides with the birds' early September migration patterns, offering a unique look at nature’s rhythms within an urban setting.

Practical details

Location described by the source: Dudley’s; bendbulletin.com
Area for browsing nearby events: Bend

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