Volunteer-led bird walks at John Heinz NWR at Tinicum

We love John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge At Tinicum! This 1200-acre urban wildlife refuge protects the largest freshwater tidal marsh in Pennsylvania.

"The refuge is a green respite nestled within the urban setting of the city of Philadelphia. Refuge lands are a thriving sanctuary teeming with a rich diversity of fish, wildlife, and plants native to the Delaware Estuary. Healthy and productive expanses of freshwater tidal marsh, open waters, mudflats, and woodlands support the hundreds of species that breed, rear their young, rest during migration, or call the refuge home year-round."(from the Heinz NWR website)
Photo: Shereen Chang

John Heinz NWR often has volunteer-led bird walks organized by the Friends of Heinz Wildlife Refuge. They're a great way for beginners to learn more about birding. The walks are easy-going, typically run 2-3 hours, and people can come and go as they please.  

Penn Birding is planning many visits to Heinz NWR. Heinz NWR is an especially beginner-friendly place to bird, not only because of the volunteer-led walks, but also because the Visitor Center loans out binoculars to visitors. Hope to see you there!