Birding South Platte River at 64th Ave (Co-sponsored trip with DFO)

This area of the South Platte River holds interest because there is a spillway of the waste water from a water treatment plant. This means there will be warmth, warm water and food for waterfowl & land birds alike. We will walk the level bike path for 1-2 miles checking waterfowl, gulls, herons and land birds along the banks. We will carpool to other spots along the South Platte in the area between 78th to the north and Park Avenue to 38th to the South. The meeting point, Heron Pond Natural Area, is not open, however we will meet in the parking lot and carpool to three or four other locations. Plan on between 2 and 3 miles of walking, overall. Generally we will be on paved paths, however, there might be some bushwacking, the weedy habitat can provide forage and shelter opportunities for passerines. This part of the South Platte is not frequently birded! However the River habitat and development along the River varies, offering good birding opportunities. The River can be chilly; bring layers of clothing, a snack, binoculars and water, and a camera if you wish. 

Meet at the parking lot/cul-de-sac at Heron Pond. Directions: From I-70 take Washington Street exit. Drive north to 54th Avenue and turn right. Go east 2-3 blocks to "T" at Franklin Street. Turn right and go south to 53rd. Turn right again and go 1 block west to parking area / turnaround. From I-25: take 58th Avenue exit, go east to Washington and turn right. Drive south to 54th Avenue. Turn left and follow same directions to Heron Pond.

This trip is led by Linda Purcell. 

To register for this trip, click here to visit the registration page on DFO's website. Please note you will need to create an account on the DFO website to register for the trip.