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Mindful Birding

  • Saturday, July 12, 2025
    9 AM – 10:30 AM

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Join Dave Edson, educator and naturalist, for this Mindful Birding experience at the accessible Parson’s Marsh trail. Birding mindfully gives us the opportunity to slow down, get super curious, and improve our overall wellbeing. Science shows that paying close attention to birds has many benefits to the heart, mind, and soul.  Dave’s approach to Mindful Birding is through the lens of the Science of Awe. In a demanding and challenging world we get to pause, in community, as we put our attention on the joy of birds. While we appreciate the natural biodiversity of nature, we also have the opportunity to appreciate the diversity of birders. Mindful Birding is for everyone, so all experiences, all ages, all abilities, and all identities are encouraged to join. 

Extra binoculars available for loan.

Location:  Parsons Marsh, Lenox

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Trail Details: We will cover the whole .6 mile accessible trail at a slow pace. Find accessiblility information here.

What to Bring: 

  • Layers, sturdy footwear, and water.
  • BNRC will provide sunscreen, bug spray, snacks, and one-use water bottles in case you forget your own.
  • Please bring your own medical necessities (inhaler, EpiPen, etc.)

​​​​​​​Hike Leaders: Charlotte and Dave Edson

Language: This hike will be led in English.   

Questions:

  • For questions reach out to Charlotte at chood@ bnrc.org
  • For DAY-OF event issues (i.e. last minute cancelation or lost) please call Charlotte directly at: (413) 717-1262. There is spotty cell service at the trailhead, so please call ahead of the start time.

Cancelation Policy:

  • If you can no longer attend, please email chood@ bnrc.org as soon possible so that someone else can take your place.
  • In the rare case of event cancelation, an email and/or call will be sent to all registered participants.

Cancellation may occur if:

  • Forecast for temperatures over 90 degrees or below 10 degrees.
  • Forcast for steady rain or thunderstorms.
  • Unsafe driving conditions.

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Event Details

Title: Mindful Birding

Current attendees: 1 out of 15

Event date and time: 7/12/25 9:00 AM