Washington County’s series of guided bird hikes throughout county parks will continue with a wintertime hike 9-10:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, at Pine Point Regional Park.
Learn to identify the birds that call the St. Croix Valley home and contribute to citizen science data collection by completing bird count surveys with the guide. The surveys collected will assist the county’s natural resources team and related work in conjunction with the Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Fund grant.
Pine Point Regional Park is located at 11900 Norell Ave. N., Stillwater, MN 55082. Hikers should meet at the trailhead. The hike will traverse turf, gravel, and paved trail depending on trail conditions. Participants should bring binoculars and dress for hiking and the weather.
The guided bird hike program is free with a Parks vehicle permit ($7/daily or $30/annually) and is open to people of all ages and abilities. ADA accommodations can be made as needed. All minors must be accompanied by an adult.
More guided bird hikes on the second Saturday of the month are coming this winter, including the following dates and locations:
• Jan. 11 at Lake Elmo Park Reserve.
• Feb. 8 at Pine Point Regional Park.
• March 8 at Big Marine Park Reserve.
For the full schedule of bird hikes in 2025, visit WashingtonCountyMN.gov/BirdHikes. For park locations and maps, see WashingtonCountyMN.gov/Parks. For questions, call 651-430-8370 or email at parks@co.washington.mn.us.
For more Washington County Parks programs and events, see WashingtonCountyMN.gov/Parks. Follow Washington County Parks on social media at @WashCountyParks.