Springtime Birding Outing at Walden Ponds Wildlife Habitat

PLEASE NOTE: You must register for this field trip (limit: 12 people) and complete the liability form when you register. Walk-up or impromptu participants will not be allowed. Other requirements are described below.

Spend a lovely Friday morning at one of the best locations in Boulder County to see a high number of birds in late May—Walden Ponds in eastern Boulder County. This habitat is a true success story. These reclaimed gravel pits along Boulder Creek now support waterfowl, marsh-nesting species, and birds of cottonwood-willow river bottoms. We'll search for warblers and orioles, check out the Osprey nest, and delight in the swallows flying above the many ponds we'll see. And oh, so much more. Restrooms and ADA parking spots are available.

The terrain is primarily flat, (mostly dirt trails) including the boardwalk, that goes through a marsh, located near the Cottonwood Marsh entrance.

Linda Lee, a 2021-2022 Master Birder candidate who has birded at Walden Ponds for many years, will lead this guided bird outing.

Please note that this trip is accessible for those with mobility challenges.

By registering for and attending this field trip, you agree to the following:
-Please self-screen for COVID-19 symptoms, even if you are vaccinated, and use common sense. DO NOT attend if you if you had recent exposure to an individual with symptoms or confirmation of COVID-19. If you have any symptoms or even suspect you could have COVID-19 symptoms, do not sign up for this trip.
-Masks Outdoors: Masks are not required outdoors. However, we encourage unvaccinated people to wear a mask when interacting with people outside their household when outdoors and maintain social distancing of 6 feet.
-Masks Indoors: Fully vaccinated people can go without masks in public indoor spaces. Unvaccinated people are encouraged to continue wearing masks in all public indoor spaces.

Photo credit: Linda Lee.