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Boreal Owl

Birding on the International Selkirk Loop is a self-drive tour that explores 40 bird rich locations and other great eco-tourism and cultural experiences in the southeast region of British Columbia and the northern parts of Idaho and eastern Washington. Take a virtual tour of each site by previewing here.

The tour, which travels along the award-winning International Selkirk Loop, a designated National Scenic Byway and All-American Road, is part of the Pacific Flyway and counts over 250 species of birds.
Throughout this tour, you will be delighted with the quaint towns, beautiful landscapes, and a variety of activities and lodging; all while feeling at home with the hospital people you’ll encounter along the way. 
 
“The bluebird carries the sky on his back”
–Henry David Thoreau
The land upon which you will be traveling represents a variety of beautiful mountain and valley landscapes and ecosystems. From rolling grasslands, towering mountain peaks and alpine vistas, lush valley bottoms guiding pristine rivers and streams, to renowned wetlands and dense green forests. You can explore many of these ecosystems, each providing unique habitat for a variety of bird and wildlife species, as well as other outdoor activities and adventures.
Order a waterproof birding map of this tour which includes where to go to see the birds at each site, description of the site, best season at that location to view birds, GPS coordinates to each site, facilities at each site, accessibility and much more.    Click here to order "A Birders Guide to the International Selkirk Loop".                                                                                                                           

Western Meadowlark
 

Great Blue Heron
Birding Ethics:
  • Respect private property; do not trespass.
  • Stay on trails and avoid disturbing habitat.
  • Observe and photograph birds without disturbing them.
  • Never chase or flush birds.
  • Walk slowly and stay concealed.
  • Do not use recordings to attract birds.
  • Share birding ethics by word and example.

 
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Creston Valley Wildlife Management Area
1760 West Creston Rd., Creston, British Columbia    Map

Creston Valley Wildlife Management Area is a 17, 000-acre internationally accredited Ramsar Wetland, home to 370 bird, mammal, reptile, amphibian  more...

Idaho Department of Fish and Game, McArthur Lake Wildlife Management Area
McArthur Lake Wildlife Management Area, Bonners Ferry, Idaho    Map

McArthur Lake Wildlife Management Area offers excellent opportunities for viewing wildlife, fishing, and hunting. The property is owned by the  more...

Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge
287 Westside Rd., Bonners Ferry, Idaho    Map

Nestled amidst the Selkirk Mountains, Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge provides diverse habitats for a large variety of wildlife including moose,  more...

Kristina Creek Bed and Breakfast
7902 Hwy 3, Yahk, British Columbia    Map

Full-size family rooms, each with private bath and balcony. House is set on 156 acres of tranquility, giving visitors a wonderful opportunity to  more...

Little Pend Oreille National Wildlife Refuge
1310 Bear Creek Rd., Colville, Washington    Map

The Little Pend Oreille NWR is federal land set aside to provide habitat for wildlife. Our 40, 200 acres are mountainous, mixed conifer forest.  more...

USFS Sullivan Lake Ranger District
12641 Sullivan Lake Rd., Metaline Falls, Washington    Map

Stop by the Sullivan Lake Ranger office at the north end of Sullivan Lake for information on local hiking, biking, history and camping in the  more...

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