Birdability Week Celebration!
People of all abilities and ages are invited to celebrate Birdability Week with a fun-filled afternoon of birding activities! Discover the diverse bird species that call Montgomery Parks home and learn about the services provided to make your birding experiences accessible. Activities and resources provided by Montgomery Parks Program Access, Locust Grove Nature Center, Brookside Nature Center, Readability, Nature Forward, Montgomery Bird Club, DC Bird Alliance, EnChroma, and more!
Featured activities include:
- Flat birding – Learn how to manipulate birding tools and to identify birds with pictures that don’t fly away!
- Crafts – Create pinwheels, wind chimes, and feeders to add to your backyard bird playground!
- Birding wander – Join a group of birding enthusiasts on the trail to spot the many species at the park!
- Nature journaling – Use creative prompts to connect with the beauty of birds and their habitat!
- Native plants – Discover how native plants can transform your garden into a haven for birds!
On Site Accessibility:
- Sensory Retreat Tent
- Access Ramp from parking lot to trail
- Seating along the trail for stationary activity
- Binocular neck straps, harnesses, tripods, and mounting adjustments
- EnChroma sunglasses
Available parking lot is shared with Ohr Kodesh Congregation. There is also available street parking on Freyman Drive.