Leader:  John Gatchet

Meeting place:  Washburn’s Store on Highway 112 (Bay View Ave.) in Neah Bay

Cost: Free, however a Makah Nation Recreation Pass ($10 and good for one calendar year) is required for each vehicle and can be purchased at Washburn’s Store or the Mini Mart in Neah Bay.

Features:  The best hotspots in the Neah Bay area will be covered with an emphasis on both water and land birds. Expect the unexpected and 70 or more species. There will be some walking on the beach. This will be a day of birding and we will finish with a drive up Bahokus Peak for those with high clearance vehicles suitable for travel on logging roads.

Bring:  Binoculars, spotting scope, water, snacks, lunch and clothing and footwear for the weather conditions.

Further Information:  John Gatchet, jfgatchet@gmail.com, (503) 781-5043.

Hooded Merganser photo by John Gatchet