Shenandoah Birdwatching Paddle

Fri, 12 Sep, 2025 at 09:00 am UTC-04:00

Front Royal Outdoors | Front Royal

Potomac Riverkeeper Network
Publisher/HostPotomac Riverkeeper Network
Shenandoah Birdwatching Paddle
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Join us for a peaceful and picturesque journey down the South Fork of the Shenandoah River, starting at Andy Guest Shenandoah River State Park and ending at Karo Landing (5+ miles). As we float downstream, we'll be joined by expert birders Heather McSharry and Mark Abdy, Washington County Coordinators for the Maryland Ornithological Society's Breeding Bird Atlas 3 Project.
Heather and Mark will help us identify the various songbirds, waterfowl, and other feathered creatures we encounter on our journey. We’ve been lucky enough to spot numerous different bird species, including Wood Ducks with ducklings, Great Blue and Green Herons, and even Bald Eagles. We'll also have the opportunity to glide past a large Great Blue Heron rookery. This popular event is during peak migration times and you are sure to see many feathered friends.
Space on this trip is limited, so don't wait until the last minute to reserve your spot - bring along your binoculars, and we'll provide walkie-talkies to help everyone stay in touch and share sightings. And if you have your own walkie-talkie, be sure to bring it along as well.
Don't miss this chance to enjoy a relaxing and informative float down the Shenandoah River with your Shenandoah Riverkeeper and expert birders Heather and Mark. We can't wait to see you there!

Begin Arrival & Check in: 9:00AM
Shuttle Departs to Put-In: 10:00AM
Estimated Take-out time: 4:00PM
Paddle Level: Beginner
Paddle Distance: 5 Miles

What to Bring:

Packed lunch
Reusable water bottle (please no plastic bottles or glass)
Wear proper footwear. NO FLIP-FLOPS. Old gym shoes, sandals with a strap, and water shoes work great
Sunscreen, hat and rain gear
Snacks and drinking water (no glass bottles)
Change of clothes
Dry Bag or Waterproof Container (if you bring a phone or a non-waterproof camera, you need a way to protect it)
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Front Royal Outdoors, 8567 US-340, Front Royal, VA 22630-5056, United States

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