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Fall Migration Bird Walk

Location
Hand Hollow
4079 County Road 9
East Chatham, NY 12060
County: Columbia
Region: Upper Hudson
Date(s)
- August 30, 2025, 8:00AM (rain or shine)
Details
Event Type Walk/Hike Description Join CLC for a guided birding walk at Hand Hollow during fall migration season! In partnership with the Alan Devoe Bird Club and Hudson-Mohawk Bird Club, participants will learn about resident and migratory birds moving into and through the region. This program is geared toward birders of all experience levels, with binoculars available to borrow. Organization Hosting the Event Columbia Land Conservancy Phone Number (518) 392-5252Registration
Advance registration required.Learn more and register at ColumbiaLand.org/Events.
Additional Information
We will walk up to two miles along the Beaver Byway, which features packed earth terrain through meadows and forests. There is occasional seating along the trail, with more information available at ColumbiaLand.org/Hand-Hollow. The group will stop often to identify birds!Additional Equipment Required: Please wear weather-appropriate footwear and clothing, and bring water. Binoculars are recommended for this program, but will be available to borrow.
Trip Duration (hours): 2
Difficulty: Moderate
Length (miles): ~2
Boots Needed: Yes
Barrier Free or Wheelchar accessible? No