New York is home to more than 450 species of birds. While hiking up to the Godwin Preserve overlook with an Up Yonda Farm Naturalist, learn birding basics on how to identify birds. The overlook provides great views of soaring raptors and nearby songbirds to test out your new identification skills.
Binoculars and the smartphone app, Merlin Bird ID, are recommended. This hike is rated easy/moderate with several steeper sections. 1.6 miles round-trip.
About the Discovery Series
The Discovery Series includes free themed hikes, February through October, and geared towards learners of all ages. Hikes vary in location and duration (between 1.5 to 2 hours). Click here for a full list of Discovery Series events.
Our thanks to the Town of Bolton and the Lake George Mirror for their support of the 2024 Discovery Series!