Birding Walk

The Garden is hosting a yearlong series of free native plant meetups at Elings Park, offering creative, educational, and family-friendly experiences each month. Participants can enjoy activities ranging from plein air painting and meditative walks to birding, gardening, storytelling, and even biking and skating. You’ll also learn about our native plant restoration project at the Park. Registration is not available — simply arrive at the designated location on the day of the event.

Details:

What: Welcome peak migration season with a guided birding walk through Elings Park. Learn bird identification, birdsong basics, and local avian ecology while exploring restored habitat with experts.

Where: Meet at the top parking lot.

What to bring: Binoculars (loaners may be available), water, sun protection.

Garden leaders: Scot Pipkin & Zach Phillips, Ph.D.

Location:

Elings Park – 1298 Las Positas Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93105. The group will meet in varying locations for each meetup.

Please reference this map to guide you.

Thank you to our partners:

Boom Boom Bike Room | Elings Park | Latino Outdoors | PALMA Colectiva | Santa Barbara Public Library | S-C-A-P-E

Please note, our restoration work at Elings Park is underway, and volunteers are needed. Click here for more information and to register as a volunteer.