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Rolling Ridge Conservancy Bird Walk
Tuesday, November 12 @ 7:30 am - 10:30 am
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Join Bill Telfair and Master Naturalist Scot DeGraf for a morning bird walk at Rolling Ridge Conservancy!
PVAS Host: Bill Telfair & Scot DeGraf
Free and open to the public. For ages 8 and older. All youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required and limited to 15 participants.
Explore the habitat and the bird life with others on the gorgeous trails of Rolling Ridge Conservancy, the largest privately-owned wilderness area near Washington DC and along the entire Appalachian Trail. Anyone with an interest in birding is welcome to join trip leaders Bill and Scot as they explore some of the 1500 acres of protected woodlands. These walks are held on the second Tuesday of every month.
Rolling Ridge Conservancy welcomes donations, which can either be accepted on the morning of the walk or through their website (https://www.rollingridgeconservancy.org/donate). Please ask Bill or Scot how your donations will help foster their mission.
- Walking Distance: ~2-3 miles
- Pace: Leisurely (meandering, many breaks to stop and observe)
- Exposure: Forested with dense canopy cover
- Terrain: Earthen trail with some hilly, rocky sections that could be slippery when wet
- Restroom: Restrooms are available for this program.
- Parking/Where to Meet: Meet at 138 Tupelo Ln, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425. The buildings in this area are in a circle and people can park anywhere off the circle.
- What to Bring: Please wear sturdy walking shoes, bring along drinking water, and dress for the weather. Walking poles are encouraged. Binoculars will be available for anyone who needs them.
About our Hosts: Scot is a Potomac Valley Master Naturalist. Bill has been birding since he was 8 years old. He has been on EBird since 2003, with a life list of 1,820 and a US list over 500. He has participated in Christmas Birds counts in both CA and WV, as well as the C&O bird count for 10 years. Photo credit: Scot DeGraf
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