Seabirds, alcids and more at Point No Point, Hansville
Hansville, Point No Point, and Foulweather Bluff are excellent spots for seeing seabirds including Marbled Murrelet, Rhinoceros Auklet and other alcids, Bonaparte’s Gull, and possibly Long-tailed Duck. Loons, grebes, and possibly Black Brant should be around. We will also bird the marsh, walk the wooded trail at Foulweather Bluff, and visit two other parks in Hansville.
DETAILS
Date/Time
Saturday, November 21, 2026. Meet at 6:15 AM to be on the 7:10 AM ferry from Edmonds to Kingston. Back by early evening, depending on ferry service.
Distance/Pace
We will walk from the cars up to a mile on two different forest trails, but some may want to continue the sea watch instead.
Trip Leader
Andy McCormick
What to Bring
Lunch, snacks and fluids, plus money for the ferry and a possible bakery stop. Dress in layers to stay warm and dry. Scopes will be helpful.
Restrooms
Available on the ferry, at the lighthouse, and in Hansville.
Parking Pass
A Discover Pass is needed for drivers.
Registration/Fee
Limit 12. Carpool cost: $10.00 per non-driver, plus the cost of the ferry, shared equally by riders.
Questions
Call the leader, Andy McCormick, at 425-518-0892.
LOCATION
Meeting Place
North end of the Kingsgate Park & Ride
13001 116th Way NE
Kirkland, WA 98034
Or Meet in Hansville
Point No Point Lighthouse parking lot
9009 Point No Point Rd NE
Hansville, WA 98340
Directions to Hansville
Take the 7:10 AM ferry from Edmonds, then WA-104 from the Kingston ferry terminal for two miles. Turn right on Hansville Road NE for eight miles. In Hansville, turn right on NE Point No Point Road for one mile and park in the lighthouse parking lot.
Notes
Please plan to be outdoors, with whatever water, snacks, warm layers, rain gear, or supplies that you may need.
Conditions such as weather, road closures or ferry service can potentially impact this event. This is especially true during Winter months. Eastside Audubon will do our best to update this web page if any cancellation or rescheduling is required. So be sure to check this web page prior to heading out for this event.