 By Charlie Stowers by Paul Rodriguez I recently had the opportunity to meet a young a birder at one of our Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve events. When we had a chance to talk he informed me that he was an artist and especially likes to create digital bird art.
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 Yes! There is a local nursery that sells only native plants grown from seeds harvested locally.
The Special Projects Nursery is open to the public on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays from 8:00 am to 11:00 am. The address to reach the nursery is 5020 N El Capitan Way, Las Vegas, just off Lone Mountain. Please note that this is a private residence address to get you to the nursery but is not a part of the nursery operation. Park on the side street (La Madre) and enter the nursery through the gates flanked by two large pots. If you have any questions or are looking for something specific please contact Doyle Wayman at 702-219-3853 or by email at wayman.doyle@gmail.com. It is also a good idea to confirm with Doyle that the nursery has plants as inventory and availability change with the seasons.  Join Red Rock Audubon, Bird Las Vegas, and other birding experts for the 3rd annual Big Sit Birding Event.
Lean about bird ID, Optics advice, photography tips, and more. Written and Photographed By: Nate Hutt In partnership with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, RRAS was able to send volunteers to assist in bird banding and data collection at the Moapa Valley National Wildlife Refuge from May to August 2021.
by Jeanne Tinsman  This was a bird's eye view of the windows at the Visitor Center at Corn Creek, Desert National Wildlife Refuge, Clark County, Nevada. The glass perfectly reflected inviting habitat.
Article and Photos By: Sunshine Jowell It’s a bright sunny morning in May as I drive out to Floyd Lamb Park for my next birding adventure with Red Rock Audubon Society. This time, I’m stepping up my game to participate in a workshop for field guides hoping to lead future events. I get out of my car, and a surprisingly cold wind whips my face and skin. Luckily, as a birder, I have a trunk full of backup supplies for the field. I’m grateful for my long jacket.
Written by Andrea Wirth & Jeanne Tinsman, all photos by David Anderson @thewildsights The group had plenty of opportunities to stop and listen, and to learn to distinguish one bird from another when multiple birds were singing or calling. (photo by D. Anderson) On Sunday, May 9, Jeanne T. led a small group in learning about how to identify birds by sound (“birding by ear”) at Wetlands Park. This is the first trip like this RRAS has done in a while and it was a nice change to get out and test our listening skills in new ways. We began with an introduction to some birding by ear resources (provided below) and by sharing our own experiences listening to birdsong and calls. Jeanne shared the enchantment of listening to American Robins sing in the evening as a child. Nearly all the stories were of relatively common birds, bringing a new kind of joy and discovery to our birding experiences even when staying close to home.
 Baby birds of prey, entertaining all day. By, Mandi Crinigan Previously, I told you the story of a fledgling House Finch. It’s super easy to be cute if you are a baby songbird. But can “Birds of Prey” also be cute and entertaining? Oh yes, absolutely! They can also scare the bejeezus out of you!
 The happiness and happenings of my backyard buddies.By, Mandi Crinigan It’s routine. Before my coffee or any other household demands, I’m outside tending to my yard. Really, I’m tending to the habitat and nourishment of my backyard birds. “I have to water the plants.” really means I’m checking the bird baths, the seeds, the hummingbird feeders and yes, I am also watering the plants. I tell the birds they are making a mess, that I have their snacks and fresh water for them. They watch me move around the yard. My presence is expected and only disturbs my more sensitive visitors, like the Gambel's Quail and Mourning Doves. The House Finches are particularly busy and needy right now.
Photos and Article By: Cathy Kozmary and Andrea Wirth The Red Rock Audubon Society (RRAS) organized a group of volunteers who spent a morning on March 27th filling in open fence posts in the Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge (https://www.fws.gov/refuge/Pahranagat/). Red Rock Audubon’s mission is to bring people together for the conservation and enjoyment of birds, other wildlife, and the natural world throughout Southern Nevada and neighboring areas. This event is a part of ensuring this mission is accomplished.
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