First Saturday Bird Walks

Since October of 2002 KAS has offered the monthly First Saturday Bird Walk in rain, wind, snow, and sunshine. One need not know anything about birds or nature. Trip leaders and participants will provide some guidance and help with bird ID. All you need is a pair of binoculars and garb for the weather, and kids are welcome. Walking on park paths (pavement to dirt) usually takes about three hours.

Each first Saturday of the month, please join us at 8:00 AM at the parking lot to Irene Rinehart Riverfront Park (Ellensburg), located on Umptanum Road where the bridge crosses the Yakima River. 509- 933-1179 for info or questions.

January 3 ~  First Saturday Birdwalk, Irene Rinehart Park. A visit to the hardy resident birds of our park.  Watch the weather and wear traction footwear if needed. Meet at the riverside parking lot at 8 AM for a 3-4 hour walking loop around the park’s trails. Contact Steve for details, fieldtrips@kittitasaudubon.org

Thursday, January 8 ~ Waterfowl Search.  The plan is to visit local ponds such as Tjossem, Helen McCabe and Fiorito to tally varieties and numbers of ducks and geese.  Half day; bring snacks. Might follow up reports of swans.  Car birding with binocs, scope and short walks.  Meet at the west end of the Super One parking lot to carpool, 8:30 AM.  I encourage you to contact me if you plan to go:  Steve, fieldtrips@kittitasaudubon.org

February   ~ First Saturday Birdwalk, Irene Rinehart Park. Winter-resident birds and early returnees (robins, blackbirds).  Meet at the riverside parking lot at 8 AM for our customary walk.