2024 events
We offer a range of field trips from September through May, as well as an annual member picnic. Guided birding trips are held during peak bird migration and breeding seasons. Bring binoculars, if you have them. Wear sturdy shoes and plan on walking for about two hours on paved or grass trails. If weather forces cancellation, a notification will be sent to those who have signed up.
Field Trips
Saturday January 18, 4:30 PM
Deerfield Trail, 1200 Deerfield Dr, Blacksburg
From US 460 bypass take Toms Creek Rd exit, go west to intersection with Deerfield Dr. Meet at trailhead. We will try our skill at finding Great-horned Owls. Dress for warmth and bring a small flashlight.
Sunday January 26, 2:00 PM
Claytor Lake State Park, 6620 Ben H. Bolen Dr, Dublin
https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/claytor-lake
Parking: $7- Use a self-pay envelope at the unstaffed entrance station on Sundays.
Meet in the park near the historic Howe House/Visitor Center. Led by Bill Akers, we will search for loons, grebes, coots and other recently arrived waterfowl. We will up the species count with woodland species on trails around the lake. There will be at least one scope to share, so bring another if you have one. Dress warmly as it is exposed and often windy.