Join the Phoebes for a trip to the Florida Everglades! Tropical Audubon Education Director Alison Enchelmaier will lead this guided 0.8-mile walk through Gumbo Limbo Trail & along the Anhinga Trail boardwalk at Royal Palm Hammock. Together, we will look for wading birds, cormorants, ibis, alligators and other wildlife that are often easily viewed on the path. We’ll also look for Black Vultures, Purple Gallinules, Great Blue Herons, and migrating warblers as well as other species. Beginners to experts welcome! After the walk, join us for a picnic at Long Pine Key.
WHAT: Everglades National Park bird walk for female nature enthusiasts.
WHEN: Saturday, November 16, 2019 from 8 - 11 AM
WHERE: Meet at the Royal Palm Visitor Center, Everglades National Park, Homestead, FL. The visitor center is four miles from the main park entrance/Ernest Coe Visitor Center.
ENP ENTRANCE FEE: Everglades National Park does charge a $30/vehicle entrance fee. However, if you enter the park before 7 AM (when the park opens), you can enter free of charge. Ask to join our What’sApp group if you want to coordinate carpooling with other Phoebes and share the entrance fee.
WHAT TO BRING: Sun protection, bug spray, long sleeves, binoculars, refillable water bottle, and snacks (if you’re the hungry sort). If you don’t have binoculars, Leica Store Miami will be providing some on a first-come, first-served basis.
PICNIC IN THE PARK: Hang out after the walk for a picnic in the park. Make sure to bring your favorite picnic beverage or dish to share.
RSVP & QUESTIONS: Email Alison at a.c.enchelmaier@gmail.com
Images courtesy of Kirsten Vignes.