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June 25, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
The Bird Days of Summer: Snowy Plover Hike at Clatsop Spit (Oregon Coast)
Join Bird Alliance of Oregon Coastal Community Science Biologist, Allison Anholt and learn about the endangered snowy plover life history, conservation challenges and habitat. There will be good opportunities to view plovers and other birds at Fort Stevens State Park.
Walks last 2-3 hours and involve walking on uneven, sandy terrain. We will have a scope but please consider bringing your own binoculars, as well as water and appropriate footwear. We will be carpooling from Portland in the Bird Alliance of Oregon van for a limited number of participants, first-come, first-serve.
Accessibility
Distance: About 3 miles
Elevation Changes: none
Trail Tread and Width: Sandy beach
Amenities: Vault Toilets in campground; water is available in campground; large parking lot
Public Transit: No public transit
Rest Stops and pacing: We will move slowly and intentionally on a sandy beach. Be prepared for walking in mostly wet, compact sand with a little bit of dry, loose sand.
Western Snowy Plover, photo by Mick Thompson
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Join Bird Alliance of Oregon’s Education and Conservation Team for The Bird Days of Summer, a series of super beginner-friendly programs for anyone curious about birds in nature. We’re combining community-building, exploration, and fun to create safe spaces for people to get to know each other as well as the birds. Binoculars will be provided, and we’ll begin each program with a short “how-to” to help you get started.
RegisterThe Bird Days of Summer Field Trip Details
- Date: June 25, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
- Contact: Allison Anholt, aanholt@birdallianceoregon.org
