Bird Walks
Let’s look and listen for wild birds! Our informal bird walks are open to everyone, from veteran birders to those venturing out for the first time. Most trips are led by an experienced birder.
- All members and guests MUST register to attend a bird walk. Members who have paid their annual dues will be given preference for all field trips.
- If plans change and you can’t attend, please cancel your reservation so someone else can fill the spot.
- Anyone under age 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Except for service dogs, pets are NOT permitted.
- Bring your own water, hat, sunscreen, binoculars, and field guide or birding app.
- Every participant must have a liability waiver on file so you are eligible to attend this and future field trips. A copy of the waiver will be available when you attend your first bird walk.
Upcoming Bird Walks
Wednesday, September 17th, from 8:00 am to 10:00 am – Waneka and Hecla Lakes
A morning outing with Ted Floyd. All levels of birder are sure to enjoy and benefit from this experience! We’ll walk about 2 miles at this 147-acre recreational and wildlife refuge located in Lafayette.
Location: Meet at the west entrance of Waneka Lake Park. This is the entrance for the boat house and playground at 1600 Caria Dr.
Leader: Ted Floyd
The Walk is limited to 12 participants.
There are currently 7 people registered for the Walk.
Contact: Karen to register for the Walk.
Saturday, September 27th, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. – Bird Banding Station Barr Lake State Park
Experience science in action while observing a wildlife biologist banding wild birds. We’ll learn about specialized bird adaptions and behavior, annual migration, habitat requirements, and conservation issues. There is a $7 fee for this event, a donation to Bird Conservancy of the Rockies. Also, a Colorado State Parks pass is required for each vehicle entering the park.
If you would like to bird the park afterwards, bring binoculars, water and a snack
The Walk is limited to 15 participants.
There are currently 8 people registered for the Walk.
Contact: Karen to register for the Walk.
Thursday, October 16th, at 07:30 a.m. – Standley Lake
We’ll walk 1.5 to 2 miles on smooth but occasionally steep trails. This location offers a good variety of habitats including riparian forest, weedy hillsides, and the lake itself. We’ll especially look for arriving winter waterbirds (ducks, grebes, loons, etc.) and seed-eating songbirds, such as juncos and finches. Bring binoculars, water, snacks. Restrooms are on site.
Location: Meet at the Standley Lake south parking at the intersection of Simms and 86th Pkway.
Leader: Pete Ruprecht
The Walk is limited to 10 participants.
There are currently 5 people registered for the Walk.
Contact: Karen to register for the Walk.
Friday, October 24th, at 8 a.m. – Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge
Refuge lakes provide a haven for migrating waterfowl such as northern pintails, northern shovelers, redheads, and ring-necked ducks. More than 330 species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish call the refuge their home. We will hike about 2 miles on improved trails. Bring binoculars, water, snacks, and a scope if you have one. Restrooms are available at the Visitor’s Center.
Location:Meet at the Visitor Center parking lot. From Quebec Street, turn east on Prairie Parkway, then turn north on Gateway Road to the Refuge entrance. Admission is free.
Leader: Mike Artmann
The Walk is limited to 10 participants.
There are currently 2 people registered for the Walk.
Contact: Karen to register for the Walk.
