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Spring Bird Hike
May 7, 2022 @ 8:15 am - 11:30 am
$10
Excited for spring songbirds? May is a great month to see and hear birds that have spent the winter in Central or South America. Many songbirds are arriving now to breed or are just passing through the Rogue Valley on their way north. Many species including Warblers, Vireos, Grosbeaks, Flycatchers, and many more will be out filling the air with their beautiful songs! Join local birder Nolan Richard on May 7th for this introductory bird walk that focuses on “birding by ear” – listening to and identifying birds based on their sounds.
Participants will meet at the North Mountain Park visitor center at 8:15 am, and the hike will be done by 11:30am. We will hike through the Riverwalk Park and North Mountain Park to try and find as many birds as possible. Expect 30-35 species.
Cost is $10 per person, and the class is capped at 12. Be prepared for adverse weather. Bring a water bottle, a pair of binoculars, and a bird field guide if you have one. Also, we recommend downloading the Merlin ID app by Cornell University.
Call 541-482-3241 to sign up, stop by NW Nature Shop during business hours (10 am-6pm), or email northwestnatureshop@gmail.com