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July 8, 2023 @ 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
The Bird Days of Summer: Snowy Plover Long Hike at Netarts Spit (Oregon Coast) *FULL*
Bird Alliance of Oregon’s Plover Patrol Program and the Friends of Netarts Bay (WEBS) are hosting a hike at Netarts Spit with the hopes of catching a glimpse at snowy plovers.
Volunteers, partners, and state park rangers will also highlight coastal features, ecology, and of course, other birds along the way on this 13-mile round trip hike. While the pace is slow, the hike distance is still intense- please bring water, comfortable shoes, and a lunch. Participants can opt for a portion of the hike.
Accessibility
Distance: About 12-13 miles
Elevation Changes: none
Trail Tread and Width: Sandy beaches
Amenities: Flush and Vault Toilets in campground; water is available in campground; large parking lot
Public Transit: No public transit
Rest Stops and pacing: We will move at a slow pace, stopping frequently to look at birds, washed up items in the tideline, and other points of interest. We will break for lunch on the beach.
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: July 8, 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
- Contact: Allison Anholt, aanholt@birdallianceoregon.org
- Location: Netarts Spit, Cape Lookout State Park, Tillamook County
