01-18-2005, 06:50 PM
[size 4]OREGON TRIPS[/url][/size]
Klamath Birding Weekend[/url] [#cc6633](FULL)[/#cc6633]
February 11 - 14, 2005
Price $650
Limit 8
Observe hundreds of bald eagles in their wintering habitat in the [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/fieldguide/projectprofiles/ukb.html"]Klamath Basin[/url], one of the country’s greatest wetlands, with naturalist and expert birder, Eric Horvath. The basin’s marshes, meadows, open water, sagebrush steppe, juniper woodlands and coniferous forests also provide habitat for golden eagles, prairie falcons, and spectacular concentrations of waterfowl including snow, Ross’ and greater white-fronted geese and thousands of ducks. Learn about the history of the area and what the Conservancy is doing to improve this biodiversity hot spot. Lodging is at a bed and breakfast. Price includes a $100 suggested, tax-deductible donation to The Nature Conservancy. To download a detailed itinerary, click [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/files/klamath_birding_weekend.pdf"]here[/url] (requires [url "http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html"]Acrobat[/url]).
Birding Oregon's Desert Wildlands [#cc6633](FULL)[/#cc6633]
May 14 - 20, 2005
Price $1,600
Limit 9
Join naturalist Eric Horvath and experience Oregon's best spring birding on this comprehensive tour of desert wildlands. Witness spring migration at the [url "http://malheur.fws.gov/"]Malheur National Wildlife Refuge[/url], one of the Northwest's greatest spectacles of wildlife. Discover the haunting beauty of the Alvord Desert, the driest spot in Oregon, set against [url "http://www.or.blm.gov/Steens"]Steens Mountain[/url], the largest fault block in the U.S. Visit the Conservancy's 30,000-acre [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/preserves/art6808.html"]Sycan Marsh Preserve[/url] in search of sandhill cranes, and seek ancient petroglyphs while observing one of only three white pelican nesting sites in Oregon at the Warner Basin wetlands. Walk amidst sagebrush and wildflower-covered slopes, and keep an eye out for one of North America's largest herd of pronghorn at the [url "http://sheldon-hartmtn.fws.gov/index.html"]Hart Mountain National Antelope Refuge[/url]. Price includes a $300 suggested, tax-deductible donation to The Nature Conservancy. To download a detailed itinerary, click [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/files/birding_oregon_s_desert.pdf"]here[/url] (requires [url "http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html"]Acrobat[/url]).
Birds Across Oregon
May 22 - 28, 2005
Price $1,575
Limit 9
Join [url "http://www.marksmithnaturetours.com/"]Mark Smith[/url], co-author of Birds of Oregon, for his ever-popular coast-to-desert transect in search of 200 species. On the coast, look for murres, scoters and other seabirds. Then continue through the Cascades to see warblers, woodpeckers and flycatchers. Eagles, hawks and owls are seen in the high desert, and the [url "http://malheur.fws.gov/"]Malheur National Wildlife Refuge[/url] teems with waterfowl, curlews, stilts, avocets and phalaropes. This trip is ideal for beginning as well as advanced birdwatchers. Lodging is in motels, lodges and the historic Frenchglen Hotel. Price includes a $250 suggested, tax-deductible donation to The Nature Conservancy. To download a detailed itinerary, click [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/files/birds_across_oregon.pdf"]here[/url] (requires [url "http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html"]Acrobat[/url]).
The Columbia's Last Wild Reach: Hanford & John Day Country
June 4 - 12, 2005
Price $1,830
Limit 8
Explore the mighty Columbia River's last remaining undammed stretch - the mysterious and hauntingly beautiful [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/washington/preserves/art12990.html"]Hanford Reach[/url] - as well as the scenic and geologically rich country of Oregon's John Day River, the second longest undammed river in the lower 48. Discover painted hills and 40 million-year-old fossils at the [url "http://www.nps.gov/joda/"]John Day Fossil Beds National Monument[/url], and visit several Nature Conservancy preserves along the way, including the [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/preserves/art6809.html"]Tom McCall Preserve[/url] in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. Join naturalist George Baetjer, and discover a rich diversity of birds, wildflowers and wildlife. Tour price includes transportation, meals and lodging. Price includes a $300 suggested, tax-deductible donation to The Nature Conservancy. To download a detailed itinerary and reservation form, click [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/files/hanford_reach.pdf"]here[/url] (requires [url "http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html"]Acrobat[/url]).
Lewis and Clark's Pacific Coast
August 7 - 13, 2005
Price $1,430
Limit 8
Explore one of the world's most beautiful coastlines as you hike through old growth forests, dabble in wildlife-rich tidepools, and stroll along pristine beaches in the footsteps of Lewis and Clark with naturalist George Baetjer. Visit [url "http://www.parks.wa.gov/parkpage.asp?selectedpark=Cape+Disappointment&pageno=1"]Cape Disappointment[/url], the spot from which Lewis and Clark first saw the Pacific, and [url "http://www.nps.gov/focl/"]Fort Clatsop[/url], the Corps of Discovery's winter camp on the lower Columbia River. Walk on Tillamook Head along the trail Clark took to purchase whale meat from local Indians, and visit the Conservancy's [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/preserves/art6796.html"]Cascade Head Preserve[/url]. Enjoy free time in several seaside towns, and visit the [url "http://www.aquarium.org/"]Oregon Coast Aquarium[/url]. Tour price includes transportation, lodging and meals. Price includes a $250 suggested, tax-deductible donation to The Nature Conservancy. To download a detailed itinerary and reservation form, click [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/files/lewis_clark_s_pacific_coast.pdf"]here[/url] (requires [url "http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html"]Acrobat[/url]).
[size 4]CRUISES[/url][/size]
Blue Whale Expedition[/url] [#cc6633](FULL)[/#cc6633]
March 13 - 20, 2005
Price range $1,695 - $1,895
Limit 12
Experience the awesome thrill of seeing blue whales, the largest living creature on earth, in Baja's Sea of Cortez. Along the way, encounter schools of dolphin and up to six other species of whale -- including humpback, sperm, finback, minke, pilot and orca. Enjoy daily excursions to remote desert islands harboring Galapagos-like diversity. Watch blue-footed boobies and red-billed tropic birds nesting or feeding in the mangrove-lined estuaries, and snorkel with brilliantly colored fish along rocky shorelines. Join [url "http://www.bajaex.com/"]Baja Expeditions[/url] for this incredible trip. Accommodations aboard the comfortable 80-foot motor vessel, Don Jose. To download a detailed itinerary, click [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/files/blue_whale_expedition.pdf"]here[/url] (requires [url "http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html"]Acrobat[/url]).
In the Wake of Lewis and Clark
October 27 - November 2, 2005
Price range $1,868 - $2,955
Spend a week following the historic route of Lewis and Clark with [url "http://www.expeditions.com/"]Lindblad Expeditions[/url]. As we journey from the mouth of the Columbia 450 Miles upriver through forested mountains, grassy hills and arid plateaus to the Snake River's [url "http://www.fs.fed.us/hellscanyon/"]Hells Canyon[/url], enjoy spectacular waterfalls, a tour of the Bonneville Dam and a taste of Washington's wine country. Explore the Palouse River by Zodiac or kayak, and visit Lewis and Clark's winter dwelling along the coast. See abundant waterfowl, bighorn sheep and the Conservancy's [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/preserves/art6809.html"]Tom McCall Preserve[/url].
Antarctica, South Georgia & the Falkland Islands[/url]
December 1 - 20, 2005
Price from $8,990
Limit 20
Explore the great continent of Antarctica, one of the Earth's most amazing places, on this 20-day expedition through the thrilling land of penguins, icebergs and Sir Ernest Shackleton. Sail from the wildlife-rich Falkland Islands to the little-known natural wonderland of South Georgia where spectacular scenery and the sight of thousands of stately king penguins are unforgettable. Cruise to Elephant Island, the Antarctic Peninsula, and finish in Ushuaia, Argentina. Join [url "http://www.zeco.com/"]Zegrahm Expeditions[/url]' band of world-class naturalists and experts who are beside you every step of the way, enhancing your experience with their insights and informal presentations on the region's natural and cultural history. To download a detailed itinerary, click [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/files/antarctica.pdf"]here[/url] (requires [url "http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html"]Acrobat[/url]).
[size 4]RAFTING[/url][/size]
Rafting the Magnificent Owyhee River [#cc6633](FULL)[/#cc6633]
May 4 - 8, 2005
Price $1,025
Limit 14
Discover steep, rugged canyons and painted rock minarets, desert vistas framed by blooming wildflowers, soaring raptors, and singing canyon wrens on the magnificent Owyhee, one of America's wildest remaining rivers. With over 100 river-miles under official protection, the Owyhee provides an unusually pristine wilderness experience. Few rivers can match it for scenery, wildlife, geology or remoteness. Join [url "http://www.ouzeloutfitters.com/"]Ouzel Outfitters[/url] for this amazing journey comprised of quiet floating as well as exciting whitewater rapids. Price includes a $150 suggested, tax-deductible donation to The Nature Conservancy. To download a detailed itinerary, click [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/files/rafting_the_owyhee.pdf"]here[/url] (requires [url "http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html"]Acrobat[/url]).
Rafting the John Day: Oregon's Longest Free-Flowing River
June 3 - 7, 2005
Price $945
Limit 12
Journey into one of Oregon's most scenic river canyons, and enjoy the relaxed pace of a free-flowing river with few rapids, stunning scenery, interesting geology and rich natural history. Federally protected as a Wild & Scenic River, the John Day is Oregon's longest undammed waterway. Travel 69 miles in five days, exploring Indian petroglyphs, historic homesteads and towering rock formations. Bird watching is exceptional, and fishing for smallmouth bass can be extremely rewarding. Enjoy gourmet meals, comfortable riverside camping and in-depth interpretation on this five-day river journey with [url "http://www.ouzeloutfitters.com/"]Ouzel Outfitters[/url]. Price includes a $150 suggested, tax-deductible donation to The Nature Conservancy. To download a detailed itinerary, click [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/files/rafting_the_john_day.pdf"]here[/url] (requires [url "http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html"]Acrobat[/url]).
Snake River through Hells Canyon Whitewater Rafting
June 19 - 22, 2005
Price $1,245 (plus tax)
Limit 16
Venture into the awesome whitewater of [url "http://www.fs.fed.us/hellscanyon/"]Hells Canyon[/url] where the legendary Snake River separates Idaho from Oregon, cutting America's deepest gorge. Raft through eons of uplift, erosion, and volcanic activity that forged a rich geologic mosaic. Search for bighorn sheep, elk and a variety of bird species as well as aboriginal sites and long-abandoned homesteads. Or, fish for bass, trout and giant white sturgeon. Join experienced guides from [url "http://www.hughesriver.com/"]Hughes River Expeditions, Inc[/url]. on this adventure to one of the West's most amazing destinations. Special Note: this unique trip date provides a rare opportunity to raft Hells Canyon during a "motorless window" when, for three of the four days, only non-motorized boats are allowed on the river. Tour price includes equipment and meals. Price includes a $100 suggested, tax-deductible donation to The Nature Conservancy. To download a detailed itinerary, click [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/files/snake_river_rafting.pdf"]here[/url] (requires [url "http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html"]Acrobat[/url]).
[size 4]TRIPS TO OTHER STATES[/url][/size]
Alaska's Pribilof Islands: Birds & Wildlife of St. George Island
June 12 - 16, 2005
$3,650
Limit 8
Experience Alaska's remote and mysterious [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/alaska/preserves/art11189.html"]Pribilof Islands[/url], the "Galapagos of the North." Towering sea cliffs jut from the ocean wallpapered with seabirds, including puffins, murres, kittiwakes and red-faced cormorants. Dark volcanic beaches serve as haul-outs and rookeries for hundreds of massive, bellowing Northern fur seals. In addition to the spectacular seabird colonies, the Pribilofs host numerous rare Asiatic birds wandering off course during their northward spring migration. Join [url "http://www.wildernessbirding.com/"]Wilderness Birding Adventures[/url] on this Nature Conservancy exclusive trip to St. George Island. Price includes a $300 suggested, tax-deductible donation to The Nature Conservancy. To download a detailed itinerary, click [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/files/pribilof_islands.pdf"]here[/url] (requires [url "http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html"]Acrobat[/url]).
Birds of Texas: Big Bend & the Edwards Plateau
May 2 - 10, 2005
Price $1,975
Limit 9
Roam the impressive 800,000-acre [url "http://www.nps.gov/bibe/"]Big Bend National Park[/url] with naturalist Eric Horvath in search of a multitude of species, including the Cassin's kingbird, Mexican jay, roadrunner, vermilion flycatcher, Bell's vireo, blue grosbeak, Colima warbler and elf owl. Surrounded by interesting geology, view many species of cacti in bloom, and join Conservancy staff for a tour of the [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/texas/preserves/art6647.html"]Mt. Livermore Preserve[/url]. Continue on to the Davis Mountains seeking Montezuma quail and common black hawk, and on the way to the Edwards Plateau, look for the scissor-tailed flycatcher, Harris' hawk and cave swallow. In the hill country, watch for black-capped vireo, golden-cheeked warbler and green kingfisher. Lodging in comfortable motels, cabins and lodges. Price includes a $300 suggested, tax-deductible donation to The Nature Conservancy. To download a detailed itinerary, click [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/files/birds_of_texas.pdf"]here[/url] (requires [url "http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html"]Acrobat[/url]).
Exploring the Owyhee and Snake River Uplands of SW Idaho & SE Oregon
June 4 - 9, 2005
Price $1,475
Limit 9
Explore Idaho's spectacular Snake River and its [url "http://www.birdsofprey.blm.gov/"]Birds of Prey National Conservation Area[/url] where some of the highest densities of raptors on earth are found, including prairie falcons, ferruginous and Swainson's hawks, golden eagles and burrowing owls. Visit the Conservancy's [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/idaho/preserves/art8968.html"]Thousand Springs Preserve[/url] where natural springs burst forth from the volcanic escarpment and protect stocks of rare native trout. Tour the [url "http://www.nps.gov/hafo/"]Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument[/url] and [url "http://www.idahoparks.org/parks/bruneaudunes.html"]Bruneau Sand Dunes State Park[/url]. Then, venture into Oregon's wild Owyhee River Canyonlands in search of bighorn sheep, pronghorn, chukar and a variety of other desert wildlife. Discover the magical red rock formations of Leslie Gulch and Succor Creek, and stay in Jordan Valley, which began as a community of Basque sheepherders in the 1860s. Naturalist [url "http://www.marksmithnaturetours.com/"]Mark Smith[/url] leads this spectacular tour. Price includes a $200 suggested, tax-deductible donation to The Nature Conservancy. To download a detailed itinerary, click [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/files/owyhee_snake_river_uplands.pdf"]here[/url] (requires [url "http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html"]Acrobat[/url]).
Arctic National Wildlife Refuge: Rafting the Marsh Fork/Canning River [#cc6633](FULL)[/#cc6633]
June 20 - July 1, 2005
Price $3,950
Limit 7
Join experienced leaders from [url "http://www.wildernessbirding.com/"]Wilderness Birding Adventures[/url] to explore "America's Serengeti," the 19 million acre [url "http://arctic.fws.gov/"]Arctic National Wildlife Refuge[/url], in search of grizzly bear, wolf, awe-inspiring herds of migrating caribou, and arctic birds in full breeding plumage that travel thousands of miles to nest here. This 12-day raft trip floats north on the Marsh Fork through mountains to the Canning River, through foothills, and across the coastal plain. Days alternate between rafting and hiking, alloting time for hearty travelers to discover the vastness of this untrammeled wilderness. Price includes a $300 suggested, tax-deductible donation to The Nature Conservancy. To download a detailed itinerary, click [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/files/anwr_rafting.pdf"]here[/url] (requires [url "http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html"]Acrobat[/url]).
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Klamath Birding Weekend[/url] [#cc6633](FULL)[/#cc6633]
February 11 - 14, 2005
Price $650
Limit 8
Observe hundreds of bald eagles in their wintering habitat in the [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/fieldguide/projectprofiles/ukb.html"]Klamath Basin[/url], one of the country’s greatest wetlands, with naturalist and expert birder, Eric Horvath. The basin’s marshes, meadows, open water, sagebrush steppe, juniper woodlands and coniferous forests also provide habitat for golden eagles, prairie falcons, and spectacular concentrations of waterfowl including snow, Ross’ and greater white-fronted geese and thousands of ducks. Learn about the history of the area and what the Conservancy is doing to improve this biodiversity hot spot. Lodging is at a bed and breakfast. Price includes a $100 suggested, tax-deductible donation to The Nature Conservancy. To download a detailed itinerary, click [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/files/klamath_birding_weekend.pdf"]here[/url] (requires [url "http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html"]Acrobat[/url]).
Birding Oregon's Desert Wildlands [#cc6633](FULL)[/#cc6633]
May 14 - 20, 2005
Price $1,600
Limit 9
Join naturalist Eric Horvath and experience Oregon's best spring birding on this comprehensive tour of desert wildlands. Witness spring migration at the [url "http://malheur.fws.gov/"]Malheur National Wildlife Refuge[/url], one of the Northwest's greatest spectacles of wildlife. Discover the haunting beauty of the Alvord Desert, the driest spot in Oregon, set against [url "http://www.or.blm.gov/Steens"]Steens Mountain[/url], the largest fault block in the U.S. Visit the Conservancy's 30,000-acre [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/preserves/art6808.html"]Sycan Marsh Preserve[/url] in search of sandhill cranes, and seek ancient petroglyphs while observing one of only three white pelican nesting sites in Oregon at the Warner Basin wetlands. Walk amidst sagebrush and wildflower-covered slopes, and keep an eye out for one of North America's largest herd of pronghorn at the [url "http://sheldon-hartmtn.fws.gov/index.html"]Hart Mountain National Antelope Refuge[/url]. Price includes a $300 suggested, tax-deductible donation to The Nature Conservancy. To download a detailed itinerary, click [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/files/birding_oregon_s_desert.pdf"]here[/url] (requires [url "http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html"]Acrobat[/url]).
Birds Across Oregon
May 22 - 28, 2005
Price $1,575
Limit 9
Join [url "http://www.marksmithnaturetours.com/"]Mark Smith[/url], co-author of Birds of Oregon, for his ever-popular coast-to-desert transect in search of 200 species. On the coast, look for murres, scoters and other seabirds. Then continue through the Cascades to see warblers, woodpeckers and flycatchers. Eagles, hawks and owls are seen in the high desert, and the [url "http://malheur.fws.gov/"]Malheur National Wildlife Refuge[/url] teems with waterfowl, curlews, stilts, avocets and phalaropes. This trip is ideal for beginning as well as advanced birdwatchers. Lodging is in motels, lodges and the historic Frenchglen Hotel. Price includes a $250 suggested, tax-deductible donation to The Nature Conservancy. To download a detailed itinerary, click [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/files/birds_across_oregon.pdf"]here[/url] (requires [url "http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html"]Acrobat[/url]).
The Columbia's Last Wild Reach: Hanford & John Day Country
June 4 - 12, 2005
Price $1,830
Limit 8
Explore the mighty Columbia River's last remaining undammed stretch - the mysterious and hauntingly beautiful [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/washington/preserves/art12990.html"]Hanford Reach[/url] - as well as the scenic and geologically rich country of Oregon's John Day River, the second longest undammed river in the lower 48. Discover painted hills and 40 million-year-old fossils at the [url "http://www.nps.gov/joda/"]John Day Fossil Beds National Monument[/url], and visit several Nature Conservancy preserves along the way, including the [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/preserves/art6809.html"]Tom McCall Preserve[/url] in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. Join naturalist George Baetjer, and discover a rich diversity of birds, wildflowers and wildlife. Tour price includes transportation, meals and lodging. Price includes a $300 suggested, tax-deductible donation to The Nature Conservancy. To download a detailed itinerary and reservation form, click [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/files/hanford_reach.pdf"]here[/url] (requires [url "http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html"]Acrobat[/url]).
Lewis and Clark's Pacific Coast
August 7 - 13, 2005
Price $1,430
Limit 8
Explore one of the world's most beautiful coastlines as you hike through old growth forests, dabble in wildlife-rich tidepools, and stroll along pristine beaches in the footsteps of Lewis and Clark with naturalist George Baetjer. Visit [url "http://www.parks.wa.gov/parkpage.asp?selectedpark=Cape+Disappointment&pageno=1"]Cape Disappointment[/url], the spot from which Lewis and Clark first saw the Pacific, and [url "http://www.nps.gov/focl/"]Fort Clatsop[/url], the Corps of Discovery's winter camp on the lower Columbia River. Walk on Tillamook Head along the trail Clark took to purchase whale meat from local Indians, and visit the Conservancy's [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/preserves/art6796.html"]Cascade Head Preserve[/url]. Enjoy free time in several seaside towns, and visit the [url "http://www.aquarium.org/"]Oregon Coast Aquarium[/url]. Tour price includes transportation, lodging and meals. Price includes a $250 suggested, tax-deductible donation to The Nature Conservancy. To download a detailed itinerary and reservation form, click [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/files/lewis_clark_s_pacific_coast.pdf"]here[/url] (requires [url "http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html"]Acrobat[/url]).
[size 4]CRUISES[/url][/size]
Blue Whale Expedition[/url] [#cc6633](FULL)[/#cc6633]
March 13 - 20, 2005
Price range $1,695 - $1,895
Limit 12
Experience the awesome thrill of seeing blue whales, the largest living creature on earth, in Baja's Sea of Cortez. Along the way, encounter schools of dolphin and up to six other species of whale -- including humpback, sperm, finback, minke, pilot and orca. Enjoy daily excursions to remote desert islands harboring Galapagos-like diversity. Watch blue-footed boobies and red-billed tropic birds nesting or feeding in the mangrove-lined estuaries, and snorkel with brilliantly colored fish along rocky shorelines. Join [url "http://www.bajaex.com/"]Baja Expeditions[/url] for this incredible trip. Accommodations aboard the comfortable 80-foot motor vessel, Don Jose. To download a detailed itinerary, click [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/files/blue_whale_expedition.pdf"]here[/url] (requires [url "http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html"]Acrobat[/url]).
In the Wake of Lewis and Clark
October 27 - November 2, 2005
Price range $1,868 - $2,955
Spend a week following the historic route of Lewis and Clark with [url "http://www.expeditions.com/"]Lindblad Expeditions[/url]. As we journey from the mouth of the Columbia 450 Miles upriver through forested mountains, grassy hills and arid plateaus to the Snake River's [url "http://www.fs.fed.us/hellscanyon/"]Hells Canyon[/url], enjoy spectacular waterfalls, a tour of the Bonneville Dam and a taste of Washington's wine country. Explore the Palouse River by Zodiac or kayak, and visit Lewis and Clark's winter dwelling along the coast. See abundant waterfowl, bighorn sheep and the Conservancy's [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/preserves/art6809.html"]Tom McCall Preserve[/url].
Antarctica, South Georgia & the Falkland Islands[/url]
December 1 - 20, 2005
Price from $8,990
Limit 20
Explore the great continent of Antarctica, one of the Earth's most amazing places, on this 20-day expedition through the thrilling land of penguins, icebergs and Sir Ernest Shackleton. Sail from the wildlife-rich Falkland Islands to the little-known natural wonderland of South Georgia where spectacular scenery and the sight of thousands of stately king penguins are unforgettable. Cruise to Elephant Island, the Antarctic Peninsula, and finish in Ushuaia, Argentina. Join [url "http://www.zeco.com/"]Zegrahm Expeditions[/url]' band of world-class naturalists and experts who are beside you every step of the way, enhancing your experience with their insights and informal presentations on the region's natural and cultural history. To download a detailed itinerary, click [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/files/antarctica.pdf"]here[/url] (requires [url "http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html"]Acrobat[/url]).
[size 4]RAFTING[/url][/size]
Rafting the Magnificent Owyhee River [#cc6633](FULL)[/#cc6633]
May 4 - 8, 2005
Price $1,025
Limit 14
Discover steep, rugged canyons and painted rock minarets, desert vistas framed by blooming wildflowers, soaring raptors, and singing canyon wrens on the magnificent Owyhee, one of America's wildest remaining rivers. With over 100 river-miles under official protection, the Owyhee provides an unusually pristine wilderness experience. Few rivers can match it for scenery, wildlife, geology or remoteness. Join [url "http://www.ouzeloutfitters.com/"]Ouzel Outfitters[/url] for this amazing journey comprised of quiet floating as well as exciting whitewater rapids. Price includes a $150 suggested, tax-deductible donation to The Nature Conservancy. To download a detailed itinerary, click [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/files/rafting_the_owyhee.pdf"]here[/url] (requires [url "http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html"]Acrobat[/url]).
Rafting the John Day: Oregon's Longest Free-Flowing River
June 3 - 7, 2005
Price $945
Limit 12
Journey into one of Oregon's most scenic river canyons, and enjoy the relaxed pace of a free-flowing river with few rapids, stunning scenery, interesting geology and rich natural history. Federally protected as a Wild & Scenic River, the John Day is Oregon's longest undammed waterway. Travel 69 miles in five days, exploring Indian petroglyphs, historic homesteads and towering rock formations. Bird watching is exceptional, and fishing for smallmouth bass can be extremely rewarding. Enjoy gourmet meals, comfortable riverside camping and in-depth interpretation on this five-day river journey with [url "http://www.ouzeloutfitters.com/"]Ouzel Outfitters[/url]. Price includes a $150 suggested, tax-deductible donation to The Nature Conservancy. To download a detailed itinerary, click [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/files/rafting_the_john_day.pdf"]here[/url] (requires [url "http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html"]Acrobat[/url]).
Snake River through Hells Canyon Whitewater Rafting
June 19 - 22, 2005
Price $1,245 (plus tax)
Limit 16
Venture into the awesome whitewater of [url "http://www.fs.fed.us/hellscanyon/"]Hells Canyon[/url] where the legendary Snake River separates Idaho from Oregon, cutting America's deepest gorge. Raft through eons of uplift, erosion, and volcanic activity that forged a rich geologic mosaic. Search for bighorn sheep, elk and a variety of bird species as well as aboriginal sites and long-abandoned homesteads. Or, fish for bass, trout and giant white sturgeon. Join experienced guides from [url "http://www.hughesriver.com/"]Hughes River Expeditions, Inc[/url]. on this adventure to one of the West's most amazing destinations. Special Note: this unique trip date provides a rare opportunity to raft Hells Canyon during a "motorless window" when, for three of the four days, only non-motorized boats are allowed on the river. Tour price includes equipment and meals. Price includes a $100 suggested, tax-deductible donation to The Nature Conservancy. To download a detailed itinerary, click [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/files/snake_river_rafting.pdf"]here[/url] (requires [url "http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html"]Acrobat[/url]).
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Alaska's Pribilof Islands: Birds & Wildlife of St. George Island
June 12 - 16, 2005
$3,650
Limit 8
Experience Alaska's remote and mysterious [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/alaska/preserves/art11189.html"]Pribilof Islands[/url], the "Galapagos of the North." Towering sea cliffs jut from the ocean wallpapered with seabirds, including puffins, murres, kittiwakes and red-faced cormorants. Dark volcanic beaches serve as haul-outs and rookeries for hundreds of massive, bellowing Northern fur seals. In addition to the spectacular seabird colonies, the Pribilofs host numerous rare Asiatic birds wandering off course during their northward spring migration. Join [url "http://www.wildernessbirding.com/"]Wilderness Birding Adventures[/url] on this Nature Conservancy exclusive trip to St. George Island. Price includes a $300 suggested, tax-deductible donation to The Nature Conservancy. To download a detailed itinerary, click [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/files/pribilof_islands.pdf"]here[/url] (requires [url "http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html"]Acrobat[/url]).
Birds of Texas: Big Bend & the Edwards Plateau
May 2 - 10, 2005
Price $1,975
Limit 9
Roam the impressive 800,000-acre [url "http://www.nps.gov/bibe/"]Big Bend National Park[/url] with naturalist Eric Horvath in search of a multitude of species, including the Cassin's kingbird, Mexican jay, roadrunner, vermilion flycatcher, Bell's vireo, blue grosbeak, Colima warbler and elf owl. Surrounded by interesting geology, view many species of cacti in bloom, and join Conservancy staff for a tour of the [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/texas/preserves/art6647.html"]Mt. Livermore Preserve[/url]. Continue on to the Davis Mountains seeking Montezuma quail and common black hawk, and on the way to the Edwards Plateau, look for the scissor-tailed flycatcher, Harris' hawk and cave swallow. In the hill country, watch for black-capped vireo, golden-cheeked warbler and green kingfisher. Lodging in comfortable motels, cabins and lodges. Price includes a $300 suggested, tax-deductible donation to The Nature Conservancy. To download a detailed itinerary, click [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/files/birds_of_texas.pdf"]here[/url] (requires [url "http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html"]Acrobat[/url]).
Exploring the Owyhee and Snake River Uplands of SW Idaho & SE Oregon
June 4 - 9, 2005
Price $1,475
Limit 9
Explore Idaho's spectacular Snake River and its [url "http://www.birdsofprey.blm.gov/"]Birds of Prey National Conservation Area[/url] where some of the highest densities of raptors on earth are found, including prairie falcons, ferruginous and Swainson's hawks, golden eagles and burrowing owls. Visit the Conservancy's [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/idaho/preserves/art8968.html"]Thousand Springs Preserve[/url] where natural springs burst forth from the volcanic escarpment and protect stocks of rare native trout. Tour the [url "http://www.nps.gov/hafo/"]Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument[/url] and [url "http://www.idahoparks.org/parks/bruneaudunes.html"]Bruneau Sand Dunes State Park[/url]. Then, venture into Oregon's wild Owyhee River Canyonlands in search of bighorn sheep, pronghorn, chukar and a variety of other desert wildlife. Discover the magical red rock formations of Leslie Gulch and Succor Creek, and stay in Jordan Valley, which began as a community of Basque sheepherders in the 1860s. Naturalist [url "http://www.marksmithnaturetours.com/"]Mark Smith[/url] leads this spectacular tour. Price includes a $200 suggested, tax-deductible donation to The Nature Conservancy. To download a detailed itinerary, click [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/files/owyhee_snake_river_uplands.pdf"]here[/url] (requires [url "http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html"]Acrobat[/url]).
Arctic National Wildlife Refuge: Rafting the Marsh Fork/Canning River [#cc6633](FULL)[/#cc6633]
June 20 - July 1, 2005
Price $3,950
Limit 7
Join experienced leaders from [url "http://www.wildernessbirding.com/"]Wilderness Birding Adventures[/url] to explore "America's Serengeti," the 19 million acre [url "http://arctic.fws.gov/"]Arctic National Wildlife Refuge[/url], in search of grizzly bear, wolf, awe-inspiring herds of migrating caribou, and arctic birds in full breeding plumage that travel thousands of miles to nest here. This 12-day raft trip floats north on the Marsh Fork through mountains to the Canning River, through foothills, and across the coastal plain. Days alternate between rafting and hiking, alloting time for hearty travelers to discover the vastness of this untrammeled wilderness. Price includes a $300 suggested, tax-deductible donation to The Nature Conservancy. To download a detailed itinerary, click [url "http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/files/anwr_rafting.pdf"]here[/url] (requires [url "http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html"]Acrobat[/url]).
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