With spring approaching, bird activity increases!
LINCOLN CITY, Ore. – Audubon Society of Lincoln City will lead bird walks in March that explore both public and private preserves in Lincoln City and Newport. As the weather warms, this is a great time to get outside and observe birds preparing for the nesting season.
Friday, March 8, 9–11 a.m.
Spring Lake Open Space – This hidden treasure is within the city limits about a quarter mile from Hwy 101 on NE 14th St. Except for the paved trail at the top, most trails are muddy and uneven. The trail follows the lake edge closely most of the way. We’ll look for winter sparrows and other songbirds. Meet in the Spring Lake Open Space parking lot on Port Avenue.
Sponsored by Lincoln City Parks and Recreation and Explore Lincoln City
Saturday, March 9, 9–11 a.m. (meet at 8:45 a.m.)
Yakona Nature Preserve – The Yakona Nature Preserve & Learning Center is a privately owned property located on Yaquina Bay in Newport, with limited public access. It includes both deep forests and bay frontage. The walk is moderately difficult with some elevation gain. Meet at the locked gate at the end of SE 40th/SE Harborton near Wolftree Brewery in South Beach (near the OCCC Central Coast Campus). Arrive at 8:45 a.m. to carpool onto the property.
Townsend’s Warbler closeup by Ruth ShellyRuby-crowned Kinglet by Ruth ShellyYellow-rumped Warbler by Ruth Shelly
All ASLC bird walks are free, family-friendly, easy to moderately easy, and open to the public; no pre-registration or experience is required. Binoculars and guidebooks are provided. Walks are held rain or shine; dress appropriately for coastal weather and muddy trails. Be sure to carry water. Look for the ASLC sign at the meeting site. For details and any cancellations, check the ASLC website (lincolncityaudubon.org) or Facebook (@audubonlincolncity).
Audubon Society of Lincoln City (lincolncityaudubon.org) was founded as a chapter of the National Audubon Society in 2005. A nonprofit membership organization, ASLC is active in education and advocacy for protection of birds, other wildlife, and their habitats in Lincoln and Tillamook Counties.
