December Nature Happenings in the PNW

  • Project FeederWatch continues, www.birds.cornell.edu/pfw

  • Christmas Bird Count starts December 14th, birds.audubon.org/christmas-bird-count

  • Sharp-shinned Hawks visit bird feeders until February.

  • Many raptors overwinter in the area. Look for Rough-legged Hawks and Golden and Bald Eagles.

  • The rainy season has begun. Protect your seed and feeders with weather domes.

  • Keep an open source of water for the birds with a bird bath and heater.

  • Largest congregation of Bald Eagles in the lower 48 states can be viewed along the upper Skagit River through January feeding on spawned-out salmon.

  • Decorate a tree for the birds. Pick a tree in the yard and decorate with edible ornaments for your feathered friends.

  • Geminid Meteor Shower is mid-month.