10/29/2022, Saturday

Leader: Lindell Haggin

Trip Description: We will walk approximately 3 miles on trails that include a north-facing slope with Douglas fir, a riparian area along the Little Spokane River, and a south-facing slope with Ponderosa pines. There are some hills, which include a 200 ft. drop from the trailhead to the river valley. The switchbacks are fairly gentle, and the trial is generally wide and smooth. All levels of birders are welcome.

What to Bring: Bring binoculars and water. If you want to bring a scope, you can, but there are not many long views. Dress in layers as the weather could be about anything this time of year.

Contact: Lindell at lindell4118@comcast.net to register and for any questions.

Register: No later than October 27th.

Where and When to Meet: We will meet at the trailhead at 9:00 am and should finish up around noon. See the following link for directions: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/washington/little-spokane-river-waikiki-springs-trail

Target Species: Some late fall migrants, typical species of winter and riparian area, e.g., chickadees; all three nuthatches; woodpeckers including Downy, Pileated and Northern Flicker; raptors including, Bald Eagle, Red-tailed Hawk, Cooper’s Hawk; Great Blue Heron