If you’d like to organize a field trip, please contact Field Trip chairperson, Linda Widdop.
Field Trip Participant Information
We encourage participants to regularly check both the DVOC website and Facebook Page in advance of
any field trip as the date or meeting location can change due to road construction, a park closure,
weather conditions, or other last-minute circumstances. Plan on arriving a few minutes before the
scheduled time of the field trip. The time stated is the STARTING time, not the arrival time. This will give
you time to get yourself ready, say hello, visit a restroom and be ready to go.
Field trips are held “in the field” at locations with varying terrain and conditions. Most trips will require
ability to arrive on your own, walk for some distance on unpaved or uneven surfaces. Please dress for
weather and bring bug repellent and water. Restrooms may not always be available. For all day trips,
please come prepared with food, water and have a full tank of gas.
PARTICIPANT RELEASE: My participation in a DVOC field trip or event signifies that I agree not to hold the
DVOC or any of its agents responsible for any accidents, losses, damages, or injuries resulting from my
participation in the field trip or program.
Upcoming Trips:
Free to all members and non-members
Join BirdPhilly for a walk at one of the city’s less visited parks, Burholme Park.
Located in the Burholme neighborhood of Northeast Philadelphia, Burholme Park is an 85-acre public park that was gifted along with the Robert W. Ryeress Museum and Library to the city in 1910 by the Ryeress family, who were prominent local philanthropists and early animal rights activists.
The park itself includes sports fields, a playground, a picnic area, and a beautiful wooded area of mature native trees. We’ll mostly be birding the picnic area and wooded area for year-round and winter resident birds.
Meet us at the parking lot by the playground.
No binoculars? No worries! Birding backpacks with binoculars and field guides are now available on loan at all branches of the Free Library of Philadelphia.
For questions, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
The event is free and open to everyone.
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Free to all members and non-members
Join BirdPhilly for a walk at one of Philadelphia’s top birding hotspots. There, we’ll explore the variety of habitats, including the ponds, woods, and meadows, in search of year-round and winter resident birds. Due to consistent flooding in the park, please be prepared to walk in muddy and wet areas. Waterproof shoes or mud boots are recommended. Dress according to the weather.
Let’s meet at the gazebo. Parking is available at the lots by the gazebo and east of the gazebo (39.9034994, -75.1787725). In case the gates are closed, please park on 20th Street and walk to the meeting place.
No binoculars? No worries! Birding backpacks with binoculars and field guides are now available on loan at all branches of the Free Library of Philadelphia.
For questions, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
The event is free and open to everyone.
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Join us for a late fall walk at this busy Center City park. Most migrants have moved through Philly by now. Any bird still here is likely sticking around. We should see a few sparrows, sapsuckers, and Hermit Thrushes. Maybe an Ovenbird and a woodcock, too.
Please meet at the west side park entrance at Locust St at 10.30 am.
No binoculars? No worries! Birding backpacks with binoculars and field guides are now available on loan at all branches of the Free Library of Philadelphia.
For questions, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
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Free to all members and non-members
Pennypack on the Delaware is uniquely positioned along the river, providing crucial habitat for migrants and the odd rarity. The flats at the confluence of Pennypack Creek and the Delaware frequently host gulls and shorebirds.
Let’s meet at the covered picnic area (GPS: 40.0277033, -75.012093). We’ll walk around 1.5 miles on a mix of paved and dirt trails. If the tide is low enough, we’ll likely check out the mud flats, which requires a very short off-trail excursion. Dress for weather.
No binoculars? No worries! Birding backpacks with binoculars and field guides are on loan at all Philly Free Library branches.
The event is free and open to everyone.
For questions, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
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Join us on a bird walk with a local birding expert as we hike around a site noted for over 150 species of bird visitor every year. With deep water, limited access, and a lake full of fish, the Strawberry Mansion Reservoir is home to some of the most unique bird species in the area. No experience necessary. This is a joint trip with PA Audubon.
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Free to all members and non-members
Join BirdPhilly as we explore Andorra Natural Area.
Winter songbirds are arriving in Philly, and several species have already been observed at Andorra Meadow; including Purple Finch, Winter Wren, Brown Creeper, and more! We’ll see if we can find these as well as other birds in the meadow and surrounding woodland. Saturday’s decent NW winds will hopefully push some migratory raptors and large waterbirds through as well! We will meet outside the environmental center at 12 pm and plan to bird for 1 to 2 hours. The terrain can be muddy.
No binoculars? No worries! Birding backpacks with binoculars and field guides are now available on loan at all branches of the Free Library of Philadelphia.
For questions, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
The event is free and open to everyone.
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Free to all members and non-members
Join us to explore one of Philly’s Top 3 birding locations. This park has a few good birding areas, including the lakes, woods, and meadows of the old golf course. We will concentrate on areas that are productive each month. Due to consistent flooding in the park, please be prepared for muddy and wet areas. Waterproof shoes or mud boots are recommended. Dress for weather.
Meet at the parking lot east of the gazebo (GPS: 39°54’13.5″N 75°10’53.5″W), NOT at the gazebo. In case the gates are closed, please park on 20th Street and walk to the meeting place.
No binoculars? No worries! Birding backpacks with binoculars and field guides are now available on loan at all branches of the Free Library of Philadelphia.
For questions, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
The event is free and open to everyone.
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Free to all members and non-members
Join BirdPhilly as we explore Houston Meadow.
Winter songbirds are arriving in Philly, and several species have already been observed at Houston; including Purple Finch, Winter Wren, Golden-crowned Kinglet, Red-breasted Nuthatch, Brown Creeper, and more! We’ll see if we can find these as well as other birds in this diverse habitat of wetland, brushland and forest edge. We will meet at the trailhead behind Courtesy Stables on Cathedral Rd. at 12 pm and plan to bird for 1 to 2 hours. The terrain can be muddy. There is plenty of street parking. Unfortunately, there are no public restrooms.
No binoculars? No worries! Birding backpacks with binoculars and field guides are now available on loan at all branches of the Free Library of Philadelphia.
For questions, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
The event is free and open to everyone.
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Free to all members and non-members
Thursday Mornings (Sept – Oct) meet Martin Selzer at 8:00am to explore the wooded trails, meadows, and farm fields of Harriet Wetherill Park in, Montgomery County. For those unfamiliar with the park, there is series of grass, dirt, and paved walking paths that we will be birding. Besides resident and migrating passerines, we will have ample opportunities to view migrating raptors during the walk. The park is nearby both Dixon Meadow and the Wissahickon Waterfowl Preserve, so stops there afterwards can be combined with the walk.
Meet at the west entrance at 2635 Narcissa Rd, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
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Meet at Moredon Road Parking lot to take a quick walk around Lorimer Park trails (Montco) looking for fall migrants. We will have views into Fox Chase Farm (Philly) looking for birds in the open pastures. Dog friendly for well-behaved pooches. We will wrap up by 9 AM so that we can get back to work on time.
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We’ll explore the newest addition to Northeast Philadelphia’s riverfront – Robert A. Borski, Jr. Park. There are ballfields, a meadow, and river access. Depending on the weather and bird activity, we might do a stationary river watch. Low tide is at 8.15 am so we might be able to see some gulls on the mudflats.
The gravel trails are mostly flat. Restrooms should be open. Dress for weather.
Let’s meet at the Delaware River Trail sign at the entrance of the park next to the parking lot.
No binoculars? No worries! Birding backpacks with binoculars and field guides are on loan at all Philly Free Library branches.
For questions, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
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Free to all members and non-members
Join us on a bird walk with a local birding expert as we hike around a site noted for over 150 species of bird visitor every year. With deep water, limited access, and a lake full of fish, the Strawberry Mansion Reservoir is home to some of the most unique bird species in the area. No experience necessary. This is a joint trip with PA Audubon.
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Free to all members and non-members
Please join the Free Library of Philadelphia and Holger Pflicke for a Fall Migration Bird Walk! We plan to stay out for 1-2 hours, depending on the location, and walk mostly on flat and well-traveled paths.
All events are open to everyone and all skill levels. We will go over binocular use, field guides, and apps if needed. Everyone is welcome to stay for as long or as short a time as they like. Restroom access is limited or unavailable. Check the weather and dress for comfort. These events will happen rain or shine; cancel for downpours and storms.
Our walk will begin at Penn Treaty Park, meeting at the entrance near the wooden sign (1301 N. Beach St) at 10:30 am.
The Free Library loans out Birding Backpacks, containing binoculars, field guides and trail maps at ALL locations! A limited number of Birding Backpacks will be available at each walk.
For questions, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
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Free to all members and non-members
Thursday Mornings (Sept – Oct) meet Martin Selzer at 8:00am to explore the wooded trails, meadows, and farm fields of Harriet Wetherill Park in, Montgomery County. For those unfamiliar with the park, there is series of grass, dirt, and paved walking paths that we will be birding. Besides resident and migrating passerines, we will have ample opportunities to view migrating raptors during the walk. The park is nearby both Dixon Meadow and the Wissahickon Waterfowl Preserve, so stops there afterwards can be combined with the walk.
Meet at the west entrance at 2635 Narcissa Rd, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
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Please join Holmesburg Library and Holger Pflicke in Pennypack Park for a Fall Migration Bird Walk! We plan to stay out for 1-2 hours, depending on the location, and walk mostly on flat and well-traveled paths.
All events are open to everyone and all skill levels. We will go over binocular use, field guides, and maps if needed. Everyone is welcome to stay for as long or as short a time as they like. Restroom access is limited or unavailable. Check the weather and dress for comfort. These events will happen rain or shine; cancel for downpours and storms.
We will meet promptly at the Rhawn Street entrance parking lot (Rhawn and Holmehurst) at 5:00 pm.
The Free Library loans out Birding Backpacks, containing binoculars, field guides and trail maps at ALL locations, citywide! A limited number of Birding Backpacks will be available at each walk.
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Free to all members and non-members
Meet at Moredon Road Parking lot to take a quick walk around Lorimer Park trails (Montco) looking for fall migrants. We will have views into Fox Chase Farm (Philly) looking for birds in the open pastures. Dog friendly for well-behaved pooches. We will wrap up by 9 AM so that we can get back to work on time.
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Free to all members and non-members
Join Schuylkill Banks and BirdPhilly for a free, guided bird walk on the Schuylkill River Trail in Philadelphia.
Learn about local birds and explore the trail. No birding experience necessary!
Meet at the parking lot on the Bartram’s Mile section of the trail near the main entrance of Bartram’s Garden (at the meadow). You can get to this section of the trail via bike, car, or public transit. There are public bathrooms available at Bartram’s Garden.
Please register here so we can gauge how many people plan to join.
No binoculars? No worries! Birding backpacks with binoculars and field guides are now available on loan at all branches of the Free Library of Philadelphia.
For questions, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
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http://ebird.org/ebird/hotspot/L732494
Free to all members and non-members
Please join the Free Library of Philadelphia and Holger Pflicke for a Fall Migration Bird Walk! We plan to stay out for 1-2 hours, depending on the location, and walk mostly on flat and well-traveled paths.
All events are open to everyone and all skill levels. We will go over binocular use, field guides, and apps if needed. Everyone is welcome to stay for as long or as short a time as they like. Restroom access is limited or unavailable. Check the weather and dress for comfort. These events will happen rain or shine; cancel for downpours and storms.
Today’s walk will begin at the picnic pavilion at the soccer fields at 9:30 am.
The Free Library loans out Birding Backpacks, containing binoculars, field guides and trail maps at ALL locations! A limited number of Birding Backpacks will be available at each walk.
For questions, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
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Free to all members and non-members
Thursday Mornings (Sept – Oct) meet Martin Selzer at 8:00am to explore the wooded trails, meadows, and farm fields of Harriet Wetherill Park in, Montgomery County. For those unfamiliar with the park, there is series of grass, dirt, and paved walking paths that we will be birding. Besides resident and migrating passerines, we will have ample opportunities to view migrating raptors during the walk. The park is nearby both Dixon Meadow and the Wissahickon Waterfowl Preserve, so stops there afterwards can be combined with the walk.
Meet at the west entrance at 2635 Narcissa Rd, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
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Free to all members and non-members
Please join the Free Library of Philadelphia and Holger Pflicke for a Fall Migration Bird Walk! We plan to stay out for 1-2 hours, depending on the location, and walk mostly on flat and well-traveled paths.
All events are open to everyone and all skill levels. We will go over binocular use, field guides, and apps if needed. Everyone is welcome to stay for as long or as short a time as they like. Restroom access is limited or unavailable. Check the weather and dress for comfort. These events will happen rain or shine; cancel for downpours and storms.
Today’s walk will begin at the main entrance of the Philadelphia City Institute on Locust Street at 4:45 pm.
The Free Library loans out Birding Backpacks, containing binoculars, field guides and trail maps at ALL locations! A limited number of Birding Backpacks will be available at each walk.
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Free to all members and non-members
Meet at Moredon Road Parking lot to take a quick walk around Lorimer Park trails (Montco) looking for fall migrants. We will have views into Fox Chase Farm (Philly) looking for birds in the open pastures. Dog friendly for well-behaved pooches. We will wrap up by 9 AM so that we can get back to work on time.
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https://ebird.org/hotspot/L1025768
Free to all members and non-members
Please meet us at the parking lot east of the gazebo/opposite the playground (GPS: 39.9034994, -75.1787725). In case the gates are closed, please park on 20th Street and walk to the meeting place.
No binoculars? No worries! Birding backpacks with binoculars and field guides are now available on loan at all branches of the Free Library of Philadelphia.
For questions, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
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Free to all members and non-members
We’ll move this event to Saturday, October 17th, at 3:30 pm due to the rainy forecast.
Join BirdPhilly and the Roxborough Manayunk Conservancy for a 2.3-mile guided walk through Germany Hill Park, Fountain Street Steps, and the Manayunk Canal Trail. Our walk will start and end at the Ivy Ridge Train Station. A train will arrive at 9:30 am and we will wait for it to arrive if there is a delay. You can park in the station lot for $2.
Meet at the top of the stairs (near the Gazebo, GPS: 40.034236, -75.235170) — and look for folks with binoculars.
We will explore different bird habitats, including woodlands, riparian forests, and the Manayunk canal’s edge.
All are welcome — we’ll have extra binoculars.
Accessibility: The walk includes nature trails (uneven, rocky ground, grade changes, and climbing up a hill), gravel paths, and paved sections. Please wear appropriate shoes.
No binoculars? No worries! Birding backpacks with binoculars and field guides are now available on loan at all branches of the Free Library of Philadelphia.
For questions, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
Trip Leader: Holger Pflicke
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Free to all members and non-members
Please join the Free Library of Philadelphia and Holger Pflicke for a Fall Migration Bird Walk! We plan to stay out for 1-2 hours, depending on the location, and walk mostly on flat and well-traveled paths.
All events are open to everyone and all skill levels. We will go over binocular use, field guides, and apps if needed. Everyone is welcome to stay for as long or as short a time as they like. Restroom access is limited or unavailable. Check the weather and dress for comfort. These events will happen rain or shine; cancel for downpours and storms.
Today’s walk will begin at the main entrance on Vine St at 9:30 am.
The Free Library loans out Birding Backpacks, containing binoculars, field guides and trail maps at ALL locations! A limited number of Birding Backpacks will be available at each walk.
For questions, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
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Start your World Migratory Bird Day at this little gem of a park in Fishtown. This is our first event here, so we’ll see what we can find. But local reports regularly have a good variety of migrants here. Depending on timing, we may explore the neighborhood a little bit.
Please meet at the corner of Dauphin and Tulip St (SE corner of the park) at 8 am.
No binoculars? No worries! Birding backpacks with binoculars and field guides are now available on loan at all branches of the Free Library of Philadelphia.
For questions, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
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