
October 26 | 10am-1pm
People of all abilities and ages are invited to celebrate Birdability Week with a fun-filled morning 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, Readability, Nature Forward, DC Bird Alliance, EnChroma, and more!
Check back closer to the date for more details!
Ongoing activities include:
- Crafts – Creations to add to your backyard bird playground!
- 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!
- Bird Artifacts – Use your senses to learn about bird specimens like eggs and nests!
Scheduled activities include:
- Guided Bird ‘Wander”- Join a group of birding enthusiasts on the trail to spot the many species at the park!
- Flat birding – Learn how to manipulate birding tools and to identify birds with pictures that don’t fly away!
- Sensory Storytime – Join Readability for a series of stories that engage your eyes, hands, nose, and ears!
On Site Accessibility:
- Sensory Retreat Tent
- Access Ramp from parking lot to trail
- Covered and paved patio around the Park Activity Building
- Binocular neck straps, harnesses, tripods, and mounting adjustments
- EnChroma sunglasses
- ADA Accessible Indoor Restrooms
For programs throughout Birdability Week, please visit Birdability Week 2025 – Montgomery Parks.