Start your day with the sights and sounds of nature! Join Berks Nature and the birders of Baird Ornithological Society for a relaxed and refreshing morning of birdwatching, light refreshments, and bird-loving community.
The Nature Place 575 St. Bernardine Street Reading, PA 19607
Saturday, May 9th, 2026 at 9:00AM
Start your day with the sights and sounds of nature!
Join Berks Nature and the birders of Baird Ornithological Society for a relaxed, refreshing morning of birdwatching, light refreshments, and bird-loving community.
Bring your binoculars or borrow a pair from us (limited), and let’s see who’s singing in the trees! We’ll kick things off with a short binocular lesson before heading out on a guided bird hike through the park—perfect for beginners and seasoned birders alike. After the hike, enjoy coffee and pastries during a casual mingle, followed by a few brief, engaging presentations on digital birding resources, cell phone photography tips, and birding around Berks
Doors open at 8:30 AM. We’ll kick things off with a mini binocular lesson at 8:45, then head out on the trail at 9:00 AM sharp to catch the birds before they tuck away for the day.
Lightning Talks
Join us for a series of short, engaging presentations:
- Lynn Cronomiz – Cellphone Photography Tips for Birders
- Sheila Martin – Here, There & Everywhere: The Haps, Mishaps, and Lessons Learned of an Advancing Birder
- Russ Hoffman – Spring Birding in Berks County
- Lucy Cairns – Binocular Basics, Bird Walk Etiquette, and Avoiding Mistakes with Merlin Bird ID
Please note, end times are approximate.
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Registration ends May 7th
FREE EVENT!
