Guided bird hikes in Washington County set to begin April
(Courtesy: MGN/Tom Koerner/USFWS)
Washington County Parks is inviting Minnesotans to the first of nine guided bird hikes on April 8 at St. Croix Regional Park from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Participants can contribute to citizen science data collection by observing and identifying the county’s bird count. The hike will cross turf, gravel, and paved trail depending on trail conditions, said a spokesperson for Washington County.
The program is free with a Washington County Parks permit ($7/day or $30/year). It is open to all ages and abilities, and the parks recommend bringing binoculars for better viewing.
A complete list of the rotating bird hikes throughout Washington County can be found below or on their website.
| Date | Park | Meeting Place |
|---|---|---|
| April 8, 2023 | St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park | Hilltop Pavilion |
| May 13, 2023 | Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park | Trailhead Kiosk |
| June 10, 2023 | Pine Point Regional Park | Trailhead Kiosk |
| July 8, 2023 | Lake Elmo Park Reserve | Nordic Center |
| August 12, 2023 | St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park | Hilltop Pavilion |
| September 9, 2023 | Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park | Trailhead Kiosk |
| October 14, 2023 | Big Marine Park Reserve | Playground Parking Lot |
| November 11, 2023 | Lake Elmo Park Reserve | Nordic Center |
| December 9, 2023 | Pine Point Regional Park | Trailhead Kiosk |
For questions, call 651-430-8370 or email parks@co.washington.mn.us.
For more Washington County Parks programs and events, check out their website.