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NOVEMBER BIRD WALKSUNDAY, NOV. 27 AT 8:00 AMWHO: Whit Blair and Logan Wagner will lead this bird walk
WHERE: Around West Lake and the Riverfront Trail at 8am on Sunday, November 27th. The gravel parking lot is just off of D road just east of Wedgewood Drive. WHAT: The objectives of the walk will be to look for incoming migratory wintering ducks, late season shorebirds, and arctic birds like snow geese and tundra swans retreating to our milder climate in addition to the resident bird species that stay year round. Trail surfaces are paved and we plan to walk about 2 miles round trip around the lake. Bring some binoculars and bundle up for a morning of birds! NOTICE: NO DECEMBER MEMBER MEETINGThere will not be a public meeting/program in December, due to the Christmas Bird Count event!Follow-up article on the |
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Alan Martinez from Highline Lake gave a talk about the new land acquisition that was added to the existing park. He presented interesting information about Highline Lake birding opportunities, raptor monitor volunteer work, and the development of the 178 acre parcel. There is work being done to try to meet gold standard for Leave No Trace and to be dark-sky certified.
Background: He has worked with Colorado State Parks which is now merged into Colorado Parks and Wildlife for 33.5 years. He started his career at Highline Lake in 1989 and then moved to Colorado River State Park before returning to Highline Lake as the Park Manager over 16 years ago.
An oasis in the desert, Highline Lake is the recreation epicenter for the Grand Valley with two lakes, lush grass, trails and trees.
No matter the season, Highline Lake State Park is a diverse and welcome retreat. Connected to miles of trails and close to communities, the park makes an ideal base camp for exploring the Grand Junction area. Whether passing through on mountain bikes, or as an end destination, the park welcomes campers, anglers, families and groups.
Birders have plenty to see here. The Audubon Society designated the park an important bird area; thousands migrate through the area every winter.
READ MORE: Notable Bird News
Monthly meetings: Grand Valley Audubon Society meet on the 3rd Monday of the month at 6:30 pm at the First Presbyterian Church, located at 3940 27 1/2 Rd, Grand Junction, CO 81506.
Background: He has worked with Colorado State Parks which is now merged into Colorado Parks and Wildlife for 33.5 years. He started his career at Highline Lake in 1989 and then moved to Colorado River State Park before returning to Highline Lake as the Park Manager over 16 years ago.
An oasis in the desert, Highline Lake is the recreation epicenter for the Grand Valley with two lakes, lush grass, trails and trees.
No matter the season, Highline Lake State Park is a diverse and welcome retreat. Connected to miles of trails and close to communities, the park makes an ideal base camp for exploring the Grand Junction area. Whether passing through on mountain bikes, or as an end destination, the park welcomes campers, anglers, families and groups.
Birders have plenty to see here. The Audubon Society designated the park an important bird area; thousands migrate through the area every winter.
READ MORE: Notable Bird News
Monthly meetings: Grand Valley Audubon Society meet on the 3rd Monday of the month at 6:30 pm at the First Presbyterian Church, located at 3940 27 1/2 Rd, Grand Junction, CO 81506.