Bashakill Bird Hike
Saturday, April 27, 2024
This is the perfect day for you if you would like to enjoy a more relaxed hike with plenty of opportunities for bird watching. This hike is 8 miles long, but almost entirely flat, so you are in for a pretty relaxed day. We’ll be hiking through Bashakill Wildlife Area. As per the DEC, “the Bashakill Wetland is home to over 200 species of birds and is a state designated Bird Conservation Area.” We’ll be there during peak migration season, and our guide Gary – an amateur birder – will be there every step of the way to point out these amazing creatures. Let’s enjoy hiking and birding together!
What’s included:
- NY State Licensed and Wilderness First Responder Certified Guide
- Transportation to and from NYC
- Bird watching
- Trail treats
Level: Intermediate (Learn More)
Mileage: 8.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 450 feet
Group Size: 2 - 13 adventurers
Departure:
Check-in Time: 7:15 am
Departure Time: 7:30 am
Return Time: Approximately 7:00 pm
$84.00
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Wear
- Waterproof hiking boots (required)
- Weather-appropriate, moisture-wicking, athletic clothing (no cotton)
- Wool or synthetic socks (no cotton)
- Waterproof gloves
- Warm hat
- Buff
- Sun hat
- Sunglasses
Pack
- Insulating puffy
- Fleece / mid layer
- Windproof / waterproof top and bottom layers that can fit over all other layers
- Lunch
- Ample Snacks
- At least three (3) liters of water
- Backpack
- Sunscreen
- Extra layers to adjust for changing weather conditions
- Extra pair of wool socks
- Trekking poles (optional)
- A change of clothes for the ride back (optional)
Guide
Gary Keir
