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SUMMARY:Bird Watching Trek
DESCRIPTION:Join refuge naturalist Craig Mandel for a bird walk to learn about the birds that we find on the refuge. Learn about the different types of habitats at the refuge that support over 100 species of birds\, many of which migrate through and nest on the refuge during certain times of the year. No experience needed\, this program is intended for those interested in birding regardless of experience level. Registration required. \nQuestions? Contact MinnesotaValley@fws.gov or call (952) 854-5900. \nDate and Time: Saturday\, October 17\, 2026 from 8-10:30am \nLocation: Meet us at the main entrance at the Rapids Lake Visitor Center. \n15865 Rapids Lake Rd\, Carver\, MN 55315 \nRegistration Information: Registration for this program is required and capped at 25 participants.  To register for the program\, visit the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuges website.  Then go to the events page and choose the walk you would like to register for.  Click on that program and it will take you to the registration page for the program. \nPlease indicate in your registration if you would like to receive a birding summary and species list from the walk. \nActivity Level: This program is entirely outdoors. Distance covered is 1-2 miles total. The walk is easy active\, slow moving\, with plenty of stops along the way. \nWhat to Bring: Comfortable clothing is recommended\, including boots for wet/rainy conditions on muddy trails. If you have them\, bring along your own pair of binoculars and field guides. Volunteers have spotting scopes available for all to use as well. \nAccessibility: Accessibility at the Rapids Lake Visitor Center: \nRestrooms and a water bottle filler are available inside the visitor center. There is an outdoor restroom\, but no outdoor water fountains. There is dedicated handicap parking available. The Rapids Lake Trail and Forest Loop are flat natural surface paths and the trail leading to both is paved with a slight downward slope. Depending on seasonal trail conditions\, natural surface paths may be muddy (summer) or snowy (winter). Paths may not always be suitable for strollers and wheelchairs. It is a 0.1-0.2 mile walk to get to the trailhead from the parking lot. There are no rest areas along the trails\, but are present inside and outside the visitor center. \nThe U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is committed to providing access to these events for all participants. Please direct all requests for sign language interpreting services\, close captioning\, or other accommodation needs at least ten business days before the event to Oscar Hernandez at oscar_hernandez@fws.gov. \nEvent date and time\nOct 17\, 2026 8:00 am – Oct 17\, 2026 10:30 am (CDT)\nEvent location name\nRapids Lake Visitor Center\nAddress\n15865 Rapids Lake Rd\nCarver\,\n55315\nMN
URL:https://mrvac.org/event/bird-watching-trek-2/
LOCATION:Rapids Lake Visitor Center\, 15865 Rapids Lake Road\, Carver\, MN\, 55315\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Craig Mandel":MAILTO:EgretCMan@msn.com
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