Birdwatching Trek: Old Cedar Avenue

Sun Jun 28 2026 at 08:00 am to 10:30 am UTC-05:00

9551 Old Cedar Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55425, United States | Bloomington

Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge
Publisher/HostMinnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge
Birdwatching Trek: Old Cedar Avenue
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Meet us at the trailhead at Old Cedar Avenue.
9551 Old Cedar Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55425
Join refuge naturalist Craig Mandel for a bird walk to learn about the birds that we find on the refuge. Learn about the different types of habitats at the refuge that support over 100 species of birds, many of which migrate through and nest on the refuge during certain times of the year. No experience needed, this program is intended for those interested in birding regardless of experience level.
Registration required. Capped at 25 participants, register here: https://signup.com/go/rLmKfrK
This program is entirely outdoors. Distance covered is 1-2 miles total. The walk is easy active, slow moving, with plenty of stops along the way.
What to Bring: Comfortable clothing is recommended, including boots for wet/rainy conditions on muddy trails. If you have them, bring along your own pair of binoculars and field guides. Volunteers have spotting scopes available for all to use as well.
Accessibility at Old Cedar Avenue:
Restrooms and water fountains are available seasonally, from last frost to first frost typically. The restrooms are managed by the City of Bloomington. There is dedicated handicap parking. A portable restroom is available on site. Bluff and Hogback Ridge trails are nature surface. Bluff trail features a wooden boardwalk and has many steep inclines and declines approximately 0.25 miles in, but connects to the Minnesota Valley State trail 3.4 miles in, which is a flat and paved path. The pedestrian bridge is a flat concrete path. Depending on seasonal trail conditions, natural surface paths may be muddy (summer) or snowy (winter). Paths may not always be suitable for strollers and wheelchairs. There are no benches on the trails, but rest areas are located at the pavilion, Nature Play Area, and fishing pier. Trailhead is a <0.1 mile distance from the parking lot.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is committed to providing access to these events for all participants. Please direct all requests for sign language interpreting services, close captioning, or other accommodation needs at least ten business days before the event to Oscar Hernandez at [email protected]
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9551 Old Cedar Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55425, United States, 9551 Old Cedar Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55425, United States, Bloomington

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