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OEPLIKA —
The Wood Duck Nature Preserve of Opelika will host its Piedmont Plateau Fall Bird Walk, Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023. There will be refreshments at 7:30 a.m. and the walk will begin at 8 a.m.
Please join friends from neighboring Piedmont counties for a casual bird walk to viewing blinds around the lagoon. The distance may vary from one to two miles, your choice. The trails are dry and in great condition. The group will travel slowly, taking notes on all the wonders of nature.
This field trip coincides with the Fall Nature Walk also at Wood Duck Nature Preserve. FRIENDS of the Wood Duck Nature Preserve will provide guides to assist with field identification.
There will be several “loaner” binoculars for use. All levels of bird watching, and nature appreciation are welcome.
Wood Duck Nature Park is site No. 10 on the Piedmont Plateau Birding Trail. Those interested should meet at the pavilion located on 3601 Waverly Parkway in Opelika, one-half mile from the Birmingham Highway/US 280. GPS N 3239,193’ W 085