Thursday, October 9, 2025

Birding Bainbridge Island – Mark Salvadalena

Bainbridge Island birder and author Mark Salvadalena will talk about his new book, Birding Bainbridge Island: A Guide to the Birds and Birding Locations of Bainbridge Island, Washington. Birding Bainbridge Island is a practical and beautifully designed guide to the bird species regularly observed on Bainbridge Island, Washington. It blends concise species accounts, seasonal highlights, and habitat notes with firsthand knowledge of local public birding locations-from Murden Cove to the Grand Forest. Whether you’re watching ducks gather in winter or listening for warblers in spring, this guide deepens your understanding of the island’s birds and their behaviors.

Written for birders of all levels, the book draws on community contributions, island-specific data, and thoughtful visual design. It includes when and where to find each species, identification tips, habitat insights, historical context, and a clean, accessible layout.

Featuring full-color photos from local photographers and detailed observations gathered over years, Birding Bainbridge Island is more than a field guide-it’s a window into the ecological rhythms and habitats that shape the island’s birdlife.

Whether you’re a visitor, new birder, or longtime resident, this book is a reliable companion for exploring Bainbridge Island’s natural spaces and avian diversity.