About this Event
Registration is required to attend this event as space is limited. Please make sure ALL fields in the registration form are completed and that a confirmation email is received.
Join Golden Eagle Audubon for a scenic photography trip to the Great Blue Heron and Double-crested Cormorant rookeries at Pamela Baker Park. Our walk follows the river through a beautiful stretch of riparian habitat, offering plenty of opportunities to photograph birds and enjoy the landscape along the way. Field trip leaders will provide advice on camera settings and photo composition, while helping you capture images of birds in a lovely spring setting. Long lenses are recommended as we will be photographing across the Boise River into the rookery.
As we make our way toward the rookery, we’ll keep an eye out for a variety of bird species that frequent the river corridor. The trail begins on a paved path before transitioning to a gravel path that winds along the water, with peaceful views and natural surroundings throughout the walk.
The outing is approximately 3 miles round trip, making it a comfortable walk with plenty of time to stop, observe, and capture photographs of these impressive colonial nesters and the wildlife that share their habitat.
Recently reported species can be seen here: https://ebird.org/hotspot/L29034353
Accessibility: This event is appropriate for photographers with visual impairment and/or limited mobility, and is wheelchair accessible. About half the trip is along paved paths, and the half is on packed gravel.
Birding Skill Level: All levels are welcome! Binoculars will be available to borrow if needed.
Age: Participants younger than 12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian and participants younger than 18 must have a parent/guardian sign the liability release.
Time: 8:30am - 11:00am. Check-in is at 8:20am. Please arrive at check-in so we can start on time.
: We will meet in the parking lot of Pamela Baker Park at 850 E Fishing Crk Dr in Eagle, which is near the end of E Colchester Dr off of S Eagle Rd. (Click on "Meeting Place" to get directions from your location.)
What to Bring: Layers for Weather, sun protection, binoculars, closed-toe shoes, water, snacks as needed. Don't forget your camera, memory card and/or batteries! No dogs please.
Restroom Availability: Restrooms will be available at the parking lot.
Inclement Weather: If there is an unhealthy AQI, steady precipitation forecast, or the trails are not suitable for ethical passage, the trip may be cancelled.
Contact Information: Please text trip leader Ben at 650-793-2461 with any questions.
Cancellation Policy: If your plans change, please cancel your ticket on Eventbrite or contact the field trip leader listed above. Participants who miss two trips without advance notice may be suspended from registering for three months. Donations made during registration are non-refundable. Thanks for your understanding!
Great Blue Heron photo by Ceredig Roberts
Field trip leader Ben Gundy
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Pamela Baker Park, 850 East Fishing Creek Drive, Eagle, United States
USD 0.00 to USD 23.18
