Dishman Hills birding walk set for Saturday
WILDLIFE WATCHING -- Four spaces are still open for the Saturday birding walk organized by the Dishman Hills Conservancy.
The Bird Walk will be led by Jon Isacoff of the Spokane Audubon Society and professor of Political Science and Environmental Studies at Gonzaga University.
The walk, limited to 10 participants, will be up to the base of Big Rock and the trail is somewhat steep in the last 200 meters. Participants will meet at 7:30 a.m. at the Stevens Creek Trailhead.
Most birds in this area are heard rather than seen, though some birds can be seen as well. Nearly 100 species have been documented along the Stevens Creek trail but a typical good day in May would be 40-50 species, mostly heard. We have chances to see several warbler and flycatcher species. Common conspicuous birds with a good chance to see visually include: Turkey Vulture, Northern Flicker, Common Raven, Black-capped and Mountain Chickadees, American Robin, Chipping Sparrow, and Cassin' Finch.
The walk will start at 7:45 am so be there by at least 7:30 am to sign in and get organized. We will meet at the Stevens Creek Trailhead parking lot - about 10 miles south of Freya and Palouse Highway.
