This will be a relaxed, beginner-friendly bird walk around Bear Lake Regional Park, covering approximately 1.2 miles at a slow, observational pace. The trail is mostly flat and follows a paved ADA-accessible pathway, making it suitable for a wide range of participants.

We’ll take our time stopping along the way to listen for birds, observe behavior, and enjoy the natural surroundings. Optional shorter spur trails may be included depending on group interest and time. Bear Lake offers a diverse mix of habitats, so we will likely encounter a variety of bird species.

This walk is ideal for beginners as well as those with some birding experience who want a calm, low-pressure outing. No prior experience is needed, just curiosity and a willingness to slow down and notice nature.

Free parking is available at the park, with approximately 175 spaces. We will meet at 8:00am at the main parking lot as you enter the park (SE corner of the lake).

Leader: Daria Woodard, a local bird enthusiast with a passion for birding and creating welcoming, beginner-friendly experiences.

To register for this trip, contact Daria by either phone/text at 720-822-4196 or via email at dariawoodard97@gmail.com. There is a group size limit of 10 participants.

Please bring:
• Binoculars (if you have them, loaners may be available))
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Water
• Weather-appropriate clothing
• Optional: snacks
• Optional: a field guide or the Merlin Bird ID app

Target birds include ducks and other waterfowl, chickadees and nuthatches, crossbills, robins, blackbirds, other songbirds, and occasional raptors (osprey, hawks, eagles).