2026 Youth Wildlife Art Contest Winners!
The contest showcased the creativity of local youth and celebrated the beauty of birds and wildlife through student artwork displayed throughout the festival.
May 8, 2026
Introducing Mary Williams Hyde!
As a passionate advocate for Pacific Flyway migratory birds and the refuges that support them, Mary uses photography to keep wildlife “at the table” in conversations about water, habitat, and climate.
January 21, 2026
AiR Program Reflection
Our hour-long lesson begins with a discussion of migrating birds such as sandhill cranes, snow geese and pintail ducks.
March 19, 2025
‘Drama Flight’ by Susan Higdon
When I first saw the exquisite photo by Dan Streiffert on the Friends of Malheur National Wildlife Refuge Facebook page I was mesmerized.
July 31, 2024
Artist in Residence; A Reflection
For two enriching weeks, I had the privilege of serving as the Friends of Malheur NWR 2024 Artist in Residence, teaching the eager children of Harney County how to create art that celebrated birds. Student artwork will be displayed in town during the annual Bird Festival.
April 2, 2024
