Explore the shores and waters of West Seattle along Elliot Bay and Puget Sound to Lincoln Park. Numerous viewpoints overlook the water and freighters, ferries and sea birds. Expectations include goldeneyes, scoters, gulls, Harlequin Ducks and shorebirds. Should be done by noon.

Meet before 8 a.m. at north end of the Wilburton P&R (I-405, exit 12). Passenger cost/person $4. Leader is Hugh Jennings, 425-746-6351.

Black Oystercatchers by Mick Thompson