Join Eastside Audubon and Kenmore Camera for Birding Equipment Big Day
Join Eastside Audubon and local birders for a Big Day of speakers, talks on birding gear, and a morning bird walk.
Let's have a fun-filled day with a guided morning bird walk, special guest speakers, local birders sharing their favorite gear, binocular representatives explaining binocular features, local businesses partnering with Kenmore Camera, and all things related to getting out and birding.
Our event will start with an early morning bird walk (FULL), led by Eastside Audubon volunteers, who will guide groups through Juanita Bay Park. Binoculars will be available from our sponsored brands to use on your guided walk. Plan to arrive early to secure binoculars.
Following the walk, let's regroup at Kenmore Camera for a fantastic lineup of speakers and talks on birding gear.
Eastside Audubon Event Organizer: Chuck Guilford
Registration
Registration to attend presentations and walk is hosted on Kenmore Camera’s website via Eventbrite registration. All featured speakers and Juanita Bay Park walk require registration. Registration is limited for speakers and walk. Registration is not required to visit store, speak with vendors, and meet other local participating partners. All event speakers and walk are FREE.
* Please contact Kenmore Cameras regarding wait lists for any field trips or speakers.
Event Schedule
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Wildlife and Bird Walk at Juanita Bay Park. Chuck Guilford and other Eastside Audubon volunteers will lead a walk through this local birding and wildlife habitat gem. Chuck leads a monthly JBP walk for Eastside Audubon and is knowledgeable about wildlife, birds, and other facts about this popular park.
Several of the binocular reps will be there with loaner gear for people to try. Feel free to bring your camera to capture any special moments.
9:00 AM
Kenmore Camera store opens.
All presentations will occur in the Kenmore Camera store classrooms.
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Presenter: Steve Ball
Topic: Backyard Birding
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Presenters: Don and Margaret Larkin - Eastside Audubon Photography members Title: A Birding Couple That Really Clicks
11:45 AM
Vendor Session: Binoculars with Vortex
12:00 PM
Vendor Session: Binoculars with Nikon
12:15 PM
Vendor Session: Binoculars with Canon
12:30 PM
Vendor Session: Binoculars with Fuji Film
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
Presenters: Eastside Audubon Photography members
Topic: Gear Panel - "What is in your bag?"
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Presenter: John Greengo
Topic: Birding in the Galapagos
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Presenter: Paul Bannick
Topic: Owls - A Year In the Lives of North American Owls with book signing afterward.
5:00 PM
Kenmore Camera store closes.
Juanita Bay Park Bird Walk Details
Time
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Distance/Pace
About 2 miles round-trip leisurely walk
Trip Leader
Chuck Guilford
Skill Level
All levels are welcome
Accessibility
Mostly flat grass/pavement/boardwalk. Boardwalk and paved pathway are ADA accessible, but the grass field is not leveled or paved.
Parking Pass
Not Required
Restrooms
The restrooms are closed during the Winter, but there are normally portables during the Winter. The restrooms usually open shortly after the gates are opened, but not guaranteed so plan accordingly.
Walk Location
Juanita Bay Park
2201 Market Street
Kirkland, WA 98033
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Event Location
Kenmore Camera
6708 NE 181st St.
Kenmore, WA 98028
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