Join Master Naturalists JP Miller and Kris Phillips for an evening bird walk at Cacapon State Park!

PVAS Host: Kris Phillips, JP Miller

This is a free/donation-based program. All ages are welcome, though youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required and limited to 10 participants. This program has a minimum of 2 participants.

Join Potomac Valley Master Naturalists JP Miller and Kris Phillips for a bird walk along some of the trails at Cacapon State Park. There is a Full Moon walk at Cacapon State Park that will begin after this bird walk. We will explore some of hiking trails at the park during the last couple of hours of sunlight to look and listen for birds preparing for their evening. Some species we may observe include Yellow-billed Cuckoos, Red-headed Woodpeckers, Red-belied Woodpeckers, Eastern Towhees, Scarlet Tanagers, Eastern Kingbirds, and Eastern Wood-pewees.

We will walk approximately 2 miles through the woods along paths with some uphill and downhill portions. There will be time to stop, look and listen throughout the walk. Wear sturdy, comfortable shoes for walking on uneven paths. Dress for the weather. Bring water and snacks. Bring a pair of binoculars for better viewing of the birds. Any type of binoculars will help. We will have a couple of pairs of binoculars for people to borrow. Anyone with an interest is welcome to come along, regardless of their birding skills.

More information about the location at: Cacapon Resort State Park – West Virginia State Parks

• • Walking Distance: approximately 2 miles
  • Pace/Activities: Leisurely (meandering, many breaks to stop and observe)
  • Exposure: Some areas are covered by forest canopy, some areas are open.
  • Terrain: Earthen trail with some hilly, rocky sections that could be slippery when wet. Gentle slopes/rolling hills
  • Restroom: There are bathrooms inside the Lodge.
  • Parking/Where to Meet: Meet at the boat ramp at 6:30. Note there is parking nearby. See the location circled in red on the map to the right. Click here to view the full map.
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  • What to Bring: Dress for the weather. Bring water and snacks. Bring a pair of binoculars for better viewing of the birds. Any type of binoculars will help. We will have a couple of pairs of binoculars for people to borrow.

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Registration will remain open until the start of the program.

If the required minimum # of people do not register by 4 pm the evening prior, the program will be cancelled.

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About Kris:Kris is a Potomac Valley Master Naturalist and enjoys hiking, birding, gardening and cooking. She never goes outside without her binoculars.

About JP: JP enjoys birding wherever he finds himself. He advocates for awareness and stewardship of the natural world everywhere he goes.

Photo courtesy of JP Miller.