 Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge |
Beautiful and inspiring
When: Sun Aug 21, 2011 8AM-11AM |
Kiwa Trail Loop
Wildlife is the star attraction of this nearly level hike. Birds in particular seem to be everywhere—standing in the marshes, flitting in the trees, floating on the lakes, swimming in the sloughs, and hunting among the meadow grasses.
Join leaders Robin Carpenter and Gabriel Forcier for a walk around the Kiwa Trail at Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge. The 1.5 mile flat, crushed gravel trail passes through an understory of Oregon ash trees and between open wetland areas. Dress for the weather, hats recommended. Beginners welcome. We will be on the lookout for Marsh Wrens, American Bitterns and Great Horned Owls while listening for Virginia Rails and Soras. Meet at the Kiwa Trailhead (directions below).
Questions?
Contact Robin Carpenter by phone at 503-784-3245.
Directions:
(From Vancouver WA) Take I-5 north to Exit 14 (Pioneer Street/Washington 501 W), Turn left (NW 269th St/Pioneer St), continue straight at traffic circle, Turn left onto S 9th Ave, Continue onto S Hillhurst Rd, Turn left to enter refuge.
Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge
1071 S Hillhurst Rd
Ridgefield, WA.
