Hey obol, The first OSU Willamette Valley Bird Symposium is being held on January 24th. It is a day-long symposium that aims to bring together professionals, students, and local bird enthusiasts to celebrate birds. It will feature short talks, a keynote by Dr. Eric Forsman, networking with professional ornithologists, and demonstrations of avian research techniques. Registration is just $10 and includes lunch. You can check out the website and social media pages for more information: Main website: http://www.audubon.corvallis.or.us/wbs.shtml Twitter: https://twitter.com/wvbirdsymposium Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Willamette-Valley-Bird-Symposium/1398663223764680 They are supported by the Corvallis Audubon Society and lots of other good folks, and are still looking for some presenters or attendees if anyone is interested. Best, Will Hemstrom