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Leisurely Bird and Tree Walk on Forbidden Drive
Meeting at Northwestern Avenue Kiosk (Northwestern Avenue and Forbidden Drive)
Parking and Transit: There is plenty of parking in the Northwestern Avenue Parking Area near our meeting location, as well as additional free parking on nearby neighborhood streets. The nearest bus stop at Germantown Ave and Northwestern Ave is a 5-minute, flat walk from our meeting location and services the 51 and 97 buses. If you’re coming from the Roxborough side of the park, the nearest stop is at Ridge Ave and Northwestern Ave which services the 27 bus. See map for details.
Bathrooms: Porta potties at Northwestern
Distance: 2 miles
Difficulty Level: Easy (flat walking)
Audience: Ages 12+
Join Trail Ambassadors Sheryl Rose, Leigh Ashbrook, and Dave Cohen on an adventure to appreciate and learn about birds and trees. As we stroll up and down Forbidden Drive, we’ll observe birds and enjoy their evening songs. In addition, we’ll delve into the mysteries of several types of trees – including towering tulips and bodacious beeches.
Bring binoculars and a field guide of choice if you have them!
Registration is required for all events so that participants can be informed of weather or other emergency cancellations. Unless otherwise specified, Trail Ambassador Walks may be on rocky, rugged trails that may be wet and slippery. Wear sturdy shoes or boots with socks. Walks are cancelled in heavy rain or icy conditions. Service animals are always welcome; please leave non-service pets at home.
For more information contact Marisa Miller at miller@fow.org.
