Join us for a First-Time Birder Walk at Juanita Bay Park!

This field trip is for the novice birder, someone with little or no birding experience. It’s a good primer before heading out on your own or joining other Audubon field trips and  includes a combination of instruction and field time. Trip leaders will cover topics such as birding etiquette, using binoculars for birding, bird identification, field guides, birding apps interspersed with a birding walk around the park to see what birds are there. At the conclusion there will be time for Q&A. If participants don’t own binoculars loaner binoculars will be made available.

Registration is required for this event. This event is not suitable for young children, children 12+ are permitted only if accompanied by a parent/guardian. The event is free but limited to 6 people. Due to limited space please register only if you are a novice birder and can commit to attending for the full 3 hours.

DETAILS

Distance/Pace
About 2 miles round-trip leisurely walk

Trip Leaders
Antonio Montanana

Skill Level
This event is suitable for novice birders only.

Accessibility
Mostly flat grass/pavement/boardwalk. Boardwalk and paved pathway are ADA accessible, but the grass field is not leveled or paved.

Parking Pass
The park gates are typically open by 7:00 am. If by chance the park gates are still closed there is on-street parking on Market Street just south of the parking lot, however, avoid parking in the bus lane. No permit is required for parking in the lot. 

Registration/Fee
This is a free event, but registration is required. Due to limited space please sign up only if you are a novice birder and can commit to attending for the full 3 hours.

LOCATION

Walk Location
Juanita Bay Park
2201 Market Street
Kirkland, WA 98033

GPS
47.69666322034073, -122.211853657386

 

Note: The restrooms are closed during the Winter, but there is a portables in the parking lot. The restrooms usually open shortly after the gates are opened, but are not guaranteed so plan accordingly. 

This event will occur rain or shine so dress for the weather, plan to be outdoors, with whatever water, snacks, sunscreen, bug repellent, or supplies that you may need.

Conditions such as severe weather, road or park closures can potentially require rescheduling, so be sure to check this web page and your email prior to heading out. Also, please note that this event is held at Juanita Bay Park and NOT Juanita Beach Park.