Seattle Naturalists’ Event Roundup: January 26th to February 1, 2026
Your Guide to Seattle-Area Nature Events from local organizations:
Late January brings crisp mornings, excellent winter birding, and a strong mix of community science, talks, trivia, and field trips across the region. Low evening tides return for shoreline exploring, while the Full Snow Moon caps the week with bright winter skies. From all-day birding adventures north of Seattle to lunchtime learning, hands-on programs for kids, and evening gatherings for trivia lovers and photographers, this week offers something for every flavor of nature curiosity.
As always, check event pages for updates, weather considerations, and registration details before heading out.
Monday, January 26
No listed events for this day — a good chance to rest up for a packed week ahead.
Tuesday, January 27
Birding: Stanwood & Camano
Time: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Organization: Pilchuck Audubon Society
Link: https://www.pilchuckaudubon.org/calendar-list
Description: A full-day birding excursion exploring coastal and wetland habitats north of Seattle, ideal for winter waterfowl and raptors.
NextGen Council / Seattle Young Adult Nature Photography January Social
Time: 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Organization: Birds Connect Seattle
Link: https://birdsconnectsea.org/calendar/
Description: A casual evening social for young adults interested in nature photography, community, and creative connection.
Wednesday, January 28
Birds of Seattle – Lunch & Learn
Time: 12:15 PM – 12:45 PM
Organization: Birds Connect Seattle
Link: https://birdsconnectsea.org/calendar/
Description: A short, virtual lunchtime session focused on Seattle’s birds—perfect for a midday break.
Community Speaker Series: Sounding Conservation – Music for Birds with Ellie Yamanaka
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Organization: Birds Connect Seattle
Link: https://birdsconnectsea.org/calendar/
Description: An evening exploring the intersection of music, creativity, and bird conservation.
Thursday, January 29
Fledglings Science Lab: Feathers, Not Just for Flying
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Ages: 2–5
Organization: Birds Connect Seattle
Link: https://birdsconnectsea.org/calendar/
Description: A playful, hands-on program introducing young learners to feathers and their many functions.
Weather with Jeff Renner
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Organization: Washington Water Trails Association
Format: Zoom & In-Person
Location: Wallingford Community Senior Center
Cost: Sliding scale
Link: https://www.wwta.org/events/weather-with-jeff-renner/
Description: A popular and engaging talk on Pacific Northwest weather patterns and what they mean for outdoor enthusiasts.
Ecology Trivia – Olympia
Time: 6:00 PM
Cost: Sliding scale ($5 suggested)
Link: https://www.instagram.com/ecologytrivia_olympia/
Description: A fun, social trivia night focused on ecology and environmental topics.
Low Tide:
-1.94’ at 8:01 PM
Friday, January 30
Field Trip: Mercer Slough Nature Park
Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Organization: Birds Connect Seattle
Cost: $15
Link: https://birdsconnectsea.org/calendar/
Description: A guided morning field trip exploring wetlands and winter birds at Mercer Slough.
Low Tide:
-2.37’ at 8:56 PM
Saturday, January 31
Neighborhood Bird Outing: Ballard Locks
Time: 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Organization: Birds Connect Seattle
Link: https://birdsconnectsea.org/calendar/
Neighborhood Bird Outing: Union Bay Natural Area
Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Organization: Birds Connect Seattle
Link: https://birdsconnectsea.org/calendar/
Neighborhood Bird Outing: Union Bay Natural Area (with UW Bird Club, Young Adults <40)
Time: 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Organization: Birds Connect Seattle
Link: https://birdsconnectsea.org/calendar/
Central Puget Sound: Winter Twig Identification
Time: 9:00 AM
Organization: Washington Native Plant Society – Central Puget Sound
Link: https://www.wnps.org/cps-events/winter-twig-identification
Description: Learn to identify woody plants in winter using buds, bark, and twig structure.
Birding: Winter Birds of Wallace Swamp Creek Park
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Organization: Pilchuck Audubon Society
Link: https://www.pilchuckaudubon.org/calendar-list
Low Tide:
-2.51’ at 9:45 PM
Sunday, February 1
Neighborhood Bird Outing: Birds and Habitat – Along Arboretum Creek
Time: 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Organization: Birds Connect Seattle
Link: https://birdsconnectsea.org/calendar/
Description: A habitat-focused bird walk exploring how birds use the Arboretum Creek corridor.
Low Tide:
-2.28’ at 10:31 PM
Astronomy Highlight:
Full Snow Moon — bright winter moonlight throughout the evening.
Union Bay Natural Area: Golden light early morning