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Bird Walks at Untermyer Gardens
Location
Untermyer Park & Gardens
945 N Broadway
YONKERS, NY 10701
County: Westchester
Region: Lower Hudson
Date(s)
- September 10, 2022, 8:30AM
- September 24, 2022, 8:30AM
Details
Event Type Walk/Hike Description Fall is the perfect time to go or to start birdwatching. Many birds are migrating south, passing along the Hudson River, which is a part of the Atlantic Flyway. Untermyer Gardens, with its views of the Hudson and the Palisades, can be a good place to spot bald eagles, among other raptors, and songbirds going south for warm winter weather. Learn what birds are living here and learn to recognize the ones traveling through. Learn techniques for spotting birds. You may even add a few to your lifetime bird list! Guide, Frances Greenberg, is the President of the Hudson River Audubon Society. Organization Hosting the Event Untermyer Gardens ConservancyRegistration
Advance registration required.Purchase tickets in advance using this link: https://www.untermyergardens.org/tours-242898-541140.html
$20
Additional Information
Untermyer Gardens is located on a moderately steep slopeAdditional Equipment Required: This tour is appropriate for beginner and experienced birdwatchers. Bring your own binoculars (8 x 42 are the best for birding but others can work well too), dress for the weather, and wear sturdy shoes.
Event Duration (hours): 1.5
Difficulty: Moderate
Not suitable for children under age 10.
Length (miles): 1
Boots Needed: No
Walking Distance to Amtrak or Metro North Station
Barrier Free or Wheelchar accessible? No