Join the Catskill Center’s Finn Parnell for a guided morning walk through the Shawangunk Grasslands National Wildlife Refuge, one of the region’s best spots for grassland birding.

Date: Friday, June 26th

Time: 9:00 AM- 10:30 AM

Location: Shawangunk Grasslands National Wildlife Refuge

Difficulty: Easy

Explore this unique landscape while spotting species like bobolinks, eastern meadowlarks, swamp sparrows, and purple martins, with the chance to see juvenile green herons as well. Along the way, learn how to use mobile apps to help identify birds in the field.

Bring your binoculars if you have them, limited pairs will be available to borrow.

In the event of inclement weather, the walk will be cancelled.

Advance registration is required, with a $10 suggested donation.