Seattle Naturalists’ Event Roundup: February 2nd to February 8, 2026

Written By Issa Moffett

Seattle Naturalists’ Event Roundup: February 2nd–8th, 2026

Your Guide to Seattle-Area Nature Events from local organizations

Early February brings peak winter birding, evening talks, hands-on restoration work, and plenty of chances to get outside—or log in—despite the short days. This week features multiple bird walks nearly every day, a mix of webinars and in-person lectures, kid-friendly science labs, biking and birding collaborations, and stargazing under winter skies. A strong low tide late Monday night also offers a window for shoreline exploring.

As always, check event pages for updates, weather considerations, and registration details before heading out.

Monday, February 2

Macrofossil Finds from Hell Creek and Beyond — Webinar
Time: 10:00–10:45 AM
Organization: Burke Museum
Cost: Sliding scale
Format: Online
Link: https://www.burkemuseum.org/calendar

Description: A short, engaging morning webinar exploring macrofossils from the famous Hell Creek Formation and beyond—perfect for a science-filled start to the week.

Smarty Pints! Why Greenland Matters
Time: 6:30 PM
Cost: Free
Format: In-person
Link: https://www.burkegilmanbrewing.com/smarty-pints

Description: An informal evening talk over drinks examining why Greenland matters for climate, ecosystems, and the planet.

Low Tide:

  • -1.66’ at 11:14 PM

Tuesday, February 3

Birding: Fir Island
Time: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Organization: Pilchuck Audubon Society
Cost: Free
Format: In-person
Link: https://www.pilchuckaudubon.org/calendar-list

Description: A full-day birding trip to one of Washington’s premier winter birding destinations, known for raptors, waterfowl, and expansive farmland views.

Wednesday, February 4

Bird Walk at Juanita Bay Park
Time: 7:50 – 10:30 AM
Organization: Eastside Audubon
Cost: Free
Format: In-person
Link: https://www.eastsideaudubon.org/

Guided Nature Walk: Arctic Visitors Bird Walk
Time: 9:00 – 11:30 AM
Organization: Seward Park Audubon Center
Cost: Free
Format: In-person
Link: https://sewardpark.audubon.org/events/guided-nature-walk-arctic-visitors-bird-walk-0

Description: Focus on wintering birds from the Arctic and how they use Puget Sound habitats.

Bike Event: Ride for the Birds
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Organizations: Birds Connect Seattle & Cascade Bicycle Club
Cost: Free
Link: https://birdsconnectsea.org/calendar/

Pine Trees Tour
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Organization: University of Washington Botanic Gardens
Cost: Free
Format: In-person
Link: https://botanicgardens.uw.edu/about/events/

Birds of Seattle — Lunch & Learn
Time: 12:15 – 12:45 PM
Organization: Birds Connect Seattle
Cost: Free
Link: https://birdsconnectsea.org/calendar/

Thursday, February 5

Free First Thursdays — What’s Open?
Many museums and cultural institutions across Seattle offer free admission—check individual sites for details.

Neighborhood Bird Outing: Lake Union Park
Time: 9:00 – 10:00 AM
Organization: Birds Connect Seattle
Cost: Free
Link: https://birdsconnectsea.org/calendar/

Fledglings Science Lab: Flying High
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Ages: 2–5
Organization: Birds Connect Seattle
Cost: Free
Link: https://birdsconnectsea.org/calendar/

Webinar: How to Participate in the 2026 Great Backyard Bird County
Time: 12:00 PM
Organization: Audubon Society
Format: Online
Link: https://act.audubon.org/a/2026-gbbc-training-webinar

Discovery Speaker Series: Nisqually Delta
Time: 6:30 – 7:45 PM
Speaker: Janine Gates
Cost: Free
Format: In-person
Link: https://pugetsoundestuarium.org/events-calendar/

The Lives of Trees: Human and Tree Biology and Ecology
Organization: Washington Native Plant Society – Central Puget Sound
Doors Open: 6:00 PM (plant ID seminar)
Program: 7:00 PM
Format: In-person & Zoom
Cost: Free
Link: https://www.wnps.org/cps-events/the-lives-of-trees-human-and-tree-biology-and-ecology

Field Trip: Seward Park Owl Prowl (Young Adults <40)
Time: 7:00 – 9:00 PM
Organization: Birds Connect Seattle
Cost: Free
Link: https://birdsconnectsea.org/calendar/

Friday, February 6

Neighborhood Bird Outing: Meadowbrook Pond Natural Area
Time: 9:00 – 10:30 AM
Organization: Birds Connect Seattle
Cost: Free
Link: https://birdsconnectsea.org/calendar/

Introduction to Night Sky and Telescopes
Time: 7:00 – 11:00 PM
Organization: Seattle Astronomical Society
Cost: Free
Format: In-person
Link: https://www.seattleastro.org/events

Saturday, February 7

Birding: Canyon Park and Points East
Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Organization: Pilchuck Audubon Society
Cost: Free
Format: In-person
Link: https://www.pilchuckaudubon.org/calendar-list

Bird Habitat Restoration at Marymoor Park
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Organization: Eastside Audubon
Cost: Free
Format: In-person
Link: https://www.eastsideaudubon.org/

Grow Your Own Plant Starts
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Organization: Tilth Alliance
Cost: Fee
Format: In-person
Link: https://tilthalliance.org/get-involved/take-a-class/

Feminist Bird Club Seattle — All-Day Birding Trip
Time: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (including travel)
Cost: Free
Format: In-person
Link: https://www.instagram.com/p/DT_up8HiSKC/

Birding for Beginners
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Organization: Seward Park Audubon Center
Cost: Free
Format: In-person
Link: https://sewardpark.audubon.org/events/birding-beginners-0

Restoration: Rooted in Reciprocity
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Organization: Seward Park Audubon Center
Cost: Free
Format: In-person
Link: https://sewardpark.audubon.org/events/programs?category=program

Springbrook Creek Restoration Day
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Organization: Puget Soundkeeper
Cost: Free
Format: In-person
Link: https://pugetsoundkeeper.org/events/

Martha Washington Park Work Party
Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Organization: Queer the Land
Cost: Free
Format: In-person
Link: https://seattle.greencitypartnerships.org/event/43331/

World Wetlands Day at the Mercer Slough
Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Organization: Bats Northwest
Cost: Free
Format: In-person
Link: https://www.batsnorthwest.org/events

Paramount Park Stargazing
Time: 6:00 – 11:00 PM
Organization: Seattle Astronomical Society
Cost: Free
Format: In-person
Link: https://www.seattleastro.org/events

Sunday, February 8

Neighborhood Bird Outing: Marymoor Park
Time: 8:00 – 11:00 AM
Organization: Birds Connect Seattle
Cost: Free
Link: https://birdsconnectsea.org/calendar/

Field Trip: Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge
Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Organization: Birds Connect Seattle
Cost: Free
Link: https://birdsconnectsea.org/calendar/

Neighborhood Bird Outing: BIPOC Birding + Chocolate Treats
Location: Cedar River Trail Park
Time: 9:00 – 11:30 AM
Organization: Birds Connect Seattle
Cost: Free
Link: https://birdsconnectsea.org/calendar/

Children’s Neighborhood Bird Outing: Seward Park
Time: 9:30 – 10:30 AM
Organization: Birds Connect Seattle
Cost: Free
Link: https://birdsconnectsea.org/calendar/

Winter Skills of a Naturalist: Barking Up the Right Tree
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Organization: IslandWood
Cost: Fee
Link: https://islandwood.org/event/winter-skills-of-a-naturalist-barking-up-the-right-tree-2026/

Barnicle Eating Dorid under a dock in West Seattle

Issa Moffett
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