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Spring into Birding

Location of Powhatan State Park in Virginia

Where

Powhatan State Park, 4616 Powhatan State Park Rd., Powhatan, VA 23139.
Equestrian Parking

When

April 20, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Spring is in the air; this is prime time for bird watching! Take a guided walk with a ranger alongside meadow and forest to find out who is out and about. We'll search for birds that are year-round residents as well as breeding season migrants. Perhaps we'll see some colorful new arrivals from Central or South America.

Bring binoculars if you have them. If not, we do have a few pairs of binoculars that can be borrowed. See attached file for a bird checklist to print at home.

The walk will be up to one mile depending on the abilities of the group. We will move at an easy pace on mostly flat terrain. The trail can be muddy at times, so please wear comfortable shoes that you don't mind getting dirty.

Register here to let us know you're coming. We will contact you if the program is cancelled due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

photo of a Yellow-rumped Warbler perched on a tree branch

About Earth Day

In celebration of Earth Day on April 22, Virginia State Parks offers a range of special events and activities highlighting the importance of conservation and sustainability. Visitors are invited to participate in educational programs, guided nature walks, wildlife observation, tree plantings and service projects to help preserve the beauty and biodiversity of the state’s 44 parks.

Documents

va-bird-brochure.pdf

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-598-7148
Email Address: powhatan@dcr.virginia.gov