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Register 29 Seats Remaining

Bird Walking Tour of Del Ray

for beginner or advanced bird enthusiasts alike!

2026-05-23 10:00:00 2026-05-23 12:00:00 America/New_York Bird Walking Tour of Del Ray Identify local birds and their habitats with experienced birders who will lead a walking tour around Del Ray - be sure to wear comfy shoes! James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Butterfly Garden

Saturday, May 23
10:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-05-23 10:00:00 2026-05-23 12:00:00 America/New_York Bird Walking Tour of Del Ray Identify local birds and their habitats with experienced birders who will lead a walking tour around Del Ray - be sure to wear comfy shoes! James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Butterfly Garden

Identify local birds and their habitats with experienced birders who will lead a walking tour around Del Ray - be sure to wear comfy shoes!

Sharpen your skills before Black Birders Week! This program is presented in partnership with the Jerome "Buddie" Ford Nature Center, Arlington Regional Master Naturalists, and Northern Virginia Bird Alliance.

We will meet at Duncan Library at 10 AM and begin the walking tour from there! Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, bring binoculars, and have fun with fellow birders! All birders and experience levels are welcome. A limited number of binoculars will be available for loan.

🐦 Register to receive program reminders and save a spot! 

☂️ In the event of inclement weather we will try and reschedule the program and registrants will be notified with as much notice as possible

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Seniors | Children | All Ages | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Special Event | Health & Nutrition |

TAGS: | Walking Bird Tour | Nature | Habitats | Birding | Birders |

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
kpayne@alexlibraryva.org
Phone: 703.746.1705
Fax: 703.746.1785
Branch manager
Kayla Selsky
Hours
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Mon, Apr 20 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Apr 21 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Apr 22 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Apr 23 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Apr 24 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Apr 25 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Apr 26 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

Parking: There is a small lot with 9 spaces.  On street parking is available.

Public Transit:

  • Metrorail: Yellow and Blue lines at Braddock Road (1.3 miles) and King Street Stations (1.5 miles)
  • Metrobus: A11, A12
  • DASH Bus: 33

For reasonable disability accommodation, contact jgregorio@alexlibraryva.org or call 703.746.1701 or TTY 703.746.1790.

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Beth Patridge Meeting Room
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Beth Patridge Meeting Room
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Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Join us for an all-levels yoga class that invites you to connect with your body, build stability over time, and deepen your practice in a supportive, welcoming environment—no prior experience needed
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