Bjorge Farm Tour in the Battle River Valley.
Explore the beautiful Battle River Valley June 22 and 23, 2019
Location: Meet at the Ferry Point Campground near Meeting Creek 10:00 a.m. We will carpool from Red Deer
This trip will involve a three-hour easy to medium hike through the Battle River Hills, and a stop at the old homestead of the Bjorge’s to check for Turkey Vultures. Besides the vultures, some of the highlights of the trip might be Brown Thrasher, Great Horned Owl, Mountain Bluebird, Cliff Swallow.
Come out for a day or the weekend. You have two ways to participate in this trip: 1. Go out on Saturday and meet at 10:00 a.m. and spend the day. Also you can camp overnight at the Ferry Point Campground, south of the Battle River bridge on Range Road 184. (Some tents will be available if you don’t have your own.) Bring your own food and sleeping gear. There is a minimal charge for the campsite. On Saturday night there will be a pot luck supper. 2. Go out on Sunday and meet at the campground at 10:00 a.m. for a walking tour of the area.
Host: Judy Boyd 403-358-1098, please call to confirm attendance
Bring your binoculars, hat, sunscreen, camera, insect repellent, and dress for the weather.
All are welcome, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend.
