Birding at the Loxahatchee River District with the River Center

Event Description:

Join Audubon Everglades and the River Center for a popular and avian-filled walk through the Loxahatchee River District property, nestled in the town of Jupiter. Led by Kar DeGeiso, this walk promises numerous bird sightings and a delightful exploration of the area’s natural beauty.

Event Details:

Meeting location: 2500 Jupiter Park Drive, Jupiter, FL 33458

As you enter the grounds, there is a parking lot on your right, before the gate. If this is full there is a lot behind the gray buildings. The trail takes you through woodlands, which may present challenges for those using wheelchairs or other mobility devices. If you use assitive devices and wish to join us, we can alter the route. Just let us know at events@auduboneverglades.org.

Start time: 8:00 AM

End time: 10:00 AM

Restrooms: Please note that there are no public restrooms on site. The closest one is located at McDonald's, 6760 W Indiantown Rd, Jupiter, FL 33458.

Essential Details:

• Registration is Required: To ensure a seamless experience, registration is a must. We won't be able to accommodate walk-ins, so please register in advance.
• Considerate Cancellations: If you register for an event but find yourself unable to attend, we kindly request that you cancel your ticket. This gesture allows others the opportunity to participate and enjoy the event. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.
• eBird List: There will be a shared eBird list for this event. To accept the list, you will need an eBird account, which requires a user ID and password. You can edit the list by adding or removing species. Discover a new world of birding with eBird!
• Photographs: We encourage photographers to capture the beauty of our birding adventures. Photos can be shared on social media, and by signing the AE consent, you agree to having your photo taken and used on our social media page.

We look forward to sharing this birdwatching experience with you!

About your guide:

Kar DeGeiso

Kar is an Animal/Plant Science major. She has been birding for over 40 years. Kar lived in Delaware and has birded a lot of the Eastern MidAtlantic states. She has volunteered in research projects with Red Knots, Saw-whet Owls and has worked for American Birding Association and Delaware Museum of Natural History where she was a docent and worked in the Bird Collections, making skins for the collections. Kar moved down to Florida, permanently 4 years ago. An avid birder and hiker, she loves to hike the parks and see what she can find.