Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Field Trip
Location: Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park – The Dry Island Buffalo Jump outing is a full day outing. We meet at the overlook at 10:00 a.m., and we will set our route from there depending on moisture conditions. Note, that the full walk leads around and back over the ‘Island’. It as an ‘intermediate’ hike, and there will certainly be rough and steep portions. Wear good hikers and bring poles if you use them. The hike will take about 5 hours from the day use area, so allow 6 hours overall (lunch and water along). If some people are hesitant about the steeper portions, they can join us for the early stages along the river and then circle back to return by those same trails (the first 2-3 km).
When: September 14, 2024 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Host: Chris Olsen
All are welcome, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend.
Bring your binoculars* and camera/phone. Carry water, energy snack, bear spray, bug spray and sunscreen. Wear sturdy hiking footwear, dress in layers and carry rain gear and a hat as required by conditions. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues.
*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come, first served) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant.
Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park