Florida's Birding & Photo Fest official guide 2019 | Page 26

PHOTO: PHOEBE FLEMING B I R D I N G & WA L K I N G TO U R S Low Tide Marsh Walk Introduction to the Environments of the River to Sea Preserve Meeting Location: Anastasia State Park, 850 Anastasia Park Rd., at Anastasia Watersports Guide: Anastasia State Park birding guide Sue Killeen Meeting Location: River to Sea Preserve Park at Marineland, 9805 N. Oceanshore Blvd. Guide: Frank Quinn, Flagler County Audubon FRIDAY 8 TO 10 A.M. SATURDAY 9 TO 11 A.M. THURSDAY - SATURDAY 7:30 TO 9:30 A.M. Price: $10 | Min/Max No People: 4/12 | Difficulty Level: Undemanding While we are recovering from the devastation of two hurricanes we can still learn of the origins of Florida and explore 9 unique environments. The ecosystems include; the beach, dunes, wetland, hammock, swamp and marshes. You will take the shortest exploratory hike along the way. There will be an opportunity to photo one of four outcroppings of coquina in the world. Long lenses will not be needed during the tour. Price: $17 | Min/Max No People: 6/20 | Difficulty Level: Undemanding Abundant wildlife and diverse ecosystems will be enjoyed during this walk at the beautiful Anastasia State Park. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure. Owl Prowl Price: $15 | Min/Max No People: 10/40 | Difficulty Level: Undemanding You don’t need to identify the birds to understand the language. It does take patience and a few skills you can learn. The more you get to know the birds around you, the stronger your intuition becomes to interpret the language of the birds. Walk with St. Johns County Park Naturalist AyoLane Halusky to learn a few of these skills and begin to tune into the story of the area. Bird Language Meeting Location: Alpine Groves Park (first parking lot), 2060 SR FL-13, Fruit Cove Guide: St. Johns County Park Naturalist, AyoLane Halusky FRIDAY 3 TO 5 P.M. Meeting Location: Vaill Point Park, 630 Vaill Point Rd. THURSDAY 7:30 TO 9:30 P.M. Guide: St. Johns County Park Naturalist Price: $20 | Min/Max No People: 10/25 | Difficulty Level: Undemanding Learn about the creatures of the night as you explore Vaill Point in search of the resident owls. Bring your questions and share your stories about the nighttime forest activities. Owl and Sunset Symphony & Stetson Kennedy House Tour Meeting Location: Old Jail, 167 San Marco Ave. (transportation provided to Beluthahatchee Park, 1501 SR FL-13, Fruit Cove) Guide: St. Johns County Park Naturalist, AyoLane Halusky Anastasia Beach Walk Meeting Location: Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Park Rd., Sea Turtle Pavilion Guide: Florida State Parks biologist Jason DePue FRIDAY 5:30 TO 9:30 P.M. FRIDAY 8 TO 10 A.M. Price: $17 | Min/Max No People: 6/20 | Difficulty Level: Undemanding Abundant wildlife and diverse ecosystems will be enjoyed during this beach walk at the beautiful Anastasia State Park. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure. 26 Price: $15 | Min/Max No People: 10/40 | Difficulty Level: Undemanding Learn about owls and enjoy nature’s symphony as you experience the transition from light to dark. Water birds and owls often come out to join the evening symphony. A representative from The Stetson Kennedy Foundation will share some local history as you tour the Stetson Kennedy House.