Golden Eagle Blog
Song Sparrow. Photo by Mick Thompson.
Are Tricolored Blackbirds Here to Stay?
Are Tricolored Blackbirds in Idaho to stay and why are they leaving California? Guest Blogger Nicholas Niendorf sets the stage for the May 16 GEAS program that features two experts from California.
Cassin’s Finch – A Typical Migrant?
Do Cassin’s Finches migrate from Idaho’s valley’s to mountains like Dark-Eyed Juncos or from Mexico to Idaho like Western Tanagers? Terry Rich examine the data in the new Golden Eagle Audubon blog.
The First Lady of American Ornithology - Florence Merriam Bailey
Thank Florence Merriam Bailey if you use a guidebook when you go birding.
130 countries. 32 territories.
Marian Herz has traveled the world capturing award-winning photos of people and nature. Guest Blogger Nicholas Niendorf shares Marian’s story.
Do Merlin Populations Track Robin Populations in Winter?
GEAS guest blogger Terry Rich thinks more American Robins means more Merlins. Is he right?
Carrion-Feeders Announce Spring
You know spring is here when Turkey Vultures soar into Boise. Learn about vultures from Terry Rich.
What’s With the Mobs of Robins?
Terry Rich tackles the question of this winter’s marauding robins.
Birders With Uncanny Abilities
Experienced birders with “uncanny” abilities help novice birder at Great Backyard Bird Count.
From Obsessed 14-Year-Old to Masterclass Falconer
Falconer Lauren McGough talks about her journey from obsessed 14-year-old to Masterclass Falconer.
Rewarding Winter Bird Challenge
The month-long Golden Eagle Audubon Society Winter Bird Challenge held in January 2023 provided a great opportunity for the birding community to bring together experienced birders and novices.
The Golden Eagle
Print Newsletter Archive
In 2021 GEAS reformatted our regularly printed newsletter, The Golden Eagle, to better serve our community. Now, twice-monthly E-News provides timely information on events, engagement opportunities, and action items. Please sign up for the email newsletter to stay up to date.
Below is an archive of prior editions of The Golden Eagle print newsletter. We wish to extend our thanks to Niels Nokkentved for his many years of service in editing the newsletter and to Crista Videriksen Worthy for her wonderful article contributions.