BIRDING WALK: Saturday, May 10

Saturday, May 10 is Global Big Day! A ”Big Day” is a special birding holiday that encourages nature lovers around the world to get outside and look for birds. Last year more than 50,000 people from 200 countries participated in Global Big Day on eBird to create a global snapshot of bird abundance and distribution.

What is eBird?

eBird is a worldwide bird checklist program that compiles millions of users’ bird sightings into one database. Scientists use this data for bird research and conservation projects! eBird creates and hosts Global Big Day and other birding holidays throughout the year.

Want to join the fun?

The High Line Canal Conservancy is partnering with Denver Audubon to host four simultaneous birding walks along the Canal on May 10. No experience or birding knowledge is needed to join! Bird fans of all ages and abilities are welcome. Each walk will be led by an experienced birder who will record all of the birds we see into eBird. Register below to join.

You can participate on your own, too! Birding is for everyone, everywhere. If you can’t join us check out this eBird article on how you can participate from wherever you are.

Why the Canal?

The High Line Canal is a corridor of green space that many migrating birds rely on when moving through the Denver area to rest and refuel for their long journeys. During peak spring migration season more than 100,000 migrating birds fly over Denver every night!

Details:

  • Date: Saturday, May 10
  • Time: 8 – 10 a.m.
  • Locations:
  • What to bring: Water and walking shoes. Grab your binoculars, camera, or any other birding gear if you have it!
  • Accessibility: The Canal trail is flat crushed gravel or concrete. We will be walking around 2 miles or less with frequent stopping to stand still. There are occasional benches in some areas, but many areas do not have frequent benches. All locations have access to toilets at the trailhead, but some toilets are portable.
  • Note: Due to the shy nature of many birds, we ask that you leave your pets at home for this walk. Service animals are always welcome.

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