Barr Lake Banding Station
2026-09-08 - 2026-09-13, 2026-09-15 - 2026-09-20, 2026-09-22 - 2026-09-27, 2026-09-29 - 2026-10-04, 2026-10-06 - 2026-10-11, 2026-10-13 - 2026-10-18, 2026-10-20 - 2026-10-23 | Barr Lake Banding Station, 13401 Picadilly Road, Brighton, CO, 80603
Migration is a magical time of year! Join us for a unique opportunity to experience science in action and observe a wildlife biologist banding and collecting important scientific data on live, migrating birds. The data collected gives us insight to many aspects of avian life history and can be used to inform conservation decisions.
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Scholarships are available! Please apply before registering for your visit. You can apply by clicking here.
Open to the public August 22 through October 23, six days a week (closed Mondays). Weekday programs available from 7:30 – 8:30 a.m., and weekend programs are available from 8-9 a.m., 9-10 a.m., and 10-11 a.m.
Schedule is weather permitting. Station is closed during precipitation or high winds, and may close early during very hot weather and open later if very cold.
Access to the Banding Station requires traveling ~1/4 of a mile on a gravel trail. Please let us know if we can offer any accommodations or assistance to help you get to the Station. Please note, the Banding Station is in a new temporary location this year. Instructions will be included in your confirmation email.
Parking is available at the Barr Lake State Park Nature Center Parking lot ($10/vehicle Daily Entrance Fee; Annual State Park Pass; or Keep Colorado Wild Pass entrance fee applies) – 13401 Picadilly Road, Brighton, CO 80603. Accessible parking and accessible restrooms are available.
If you have any questions, please contact Sarah Doxon, Education Manager, at sarah.doxon@birdconservancy.org or (303) 659-4348 x53

Lory State Park Bird Walk - Overlook Trail/West Valley Trail
2026-09-19 07:00 - 10:00 (America/Denver) | Lory State Park, 708 Lodgepole Dr, Bellvue, CO, 80512
This hike will meet at the Trail Head for Arthur’s Rock and follow it up to the offshoot for the Overlook Trail. We will follow that through forested and meadow habitat, use the southern part of the Well Gulch Trail to reconnect with West Valley Trail to loop back to the Arthur’s Rock Trail head. We should have a chance to see fall migrants stopping in forest and meadow habitats. Bird Conservancy will provide binoculars to those who need them. Whether new to birding, or a seasoned birder, participants of all experience levels are welcome!
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Meeting Point: Arthur’s Rock trailhead at the Arthur’s Rock Trailhead Parking Please note, a $10 Daily or Annual Colorado State Parks Pass is required for entry into the park at all times. The trail is a roughly 3 mile loop with an ascent of roughly 450 ft. It is an easy though a bit long. Please dress for the weather and bring plenty of water and snacks.
Bird Conservancy is committed to making our events as accessible as possible, if you require an accommodation or service to participate, please contact Stephanie Wheeler at stephanie.wheeler@birdconservancy.org. Our community of practice is to be an organization that welcomes people of all backgrounds, beliefs, colors and creeds to join in, benefit from, and contribute to our mission. We strive for inclusivity of all persons regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other status.

Lory State Park Bird Walk - Well Gulch Nature Trail
2026-10-10 07:30 - 10:00 | Lory State Park, 708 Lodgepole Dr, Bellvue, CO, 80512
Come along on this hike of the Well Gulch Nature Trail. Interact with and meet other local birders in the community and see what other fall beauty Lory has to offer. We may catch late migrants as they move through the different habitats! Bird Conservancy will provide binoculars to those who need them. Whether new to birding, or a seasoned birder, participants of all experience levels are welcome!
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Meeting Point: Well Gulch Trailhead at the South Eltuck Picnic Area Please note, a $10 Daily or Annual Colorado State Parks Pass is required for entry into the park at all times. The trail is a 1.7 mile loop with an ascent of 417 ft. It is rated as an easy trail that families and newer hikers could handle. Please dress for the weather and bring plenty of water and snacks.
Bird Conservancy is committed to making our events as accessible as possible, if you require an accommodation or service to participate, please contact Stephanie Wheeler at stephanie.wheeler@birdconservancy.org. Our community of practice is to be an organization that welcomes people of all backgrounds, beliefs, colors and creeds to join in, benefit from, and contribute to our mission. We strive for inclusivity of all persons regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other status.

Lory State Park Bird Walk - West Valley Trail
2026-11-14 08:00 - 10:30 | Lory State Park, 708 Lodgepole Dr, Bellvue, CO, 80512
Come along on this hike of the West Valley Trail in search of raptors and wintering birds. Our experienced guides will help you see and identify birds along the way. Interact with and meet other local birders in the community as we move into winter birding and look for resident species. Bird Conservancy will provide binoculars to those who need them. Whether new to birding, or a seasoned birder, participants of all experience levels are welcome!
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Meeting Point: Timber Trail trailhead at the Timber Trail Parking Area Please note, a $10 Daily or Annual Colorado State Parks Pass is required for entry into the park at all times. The trail is a 2.3 mile out and back hike with an ascent of 226 ft. It is rated an easy trail that families and newer hikers could handle. Please dress for the weather and bring plenty of water and snacks.
Bird Conservancy is committed to making our events as accessible as possible, if you require an accommodation or service to participate, please contact Stephanie Wheeler at stephanie.wheeler@birdconservancy.org. Our community of practice is to be an organization that welcomes people of all backgrounds, beliefs, colors and creeds to join in, benefit from, and contribute to our mission. We strive for inclusivity of all persons regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other status.

Thirsty Bird - Science on Tap
2026-12-10 16:00 - 18:00 | New Blegium Brewery, 500 Linden St, Fort Collins, 80524
Join us at our Thirsty Bird – Science on Tap programs this year! Guests will learn about what we do as an organization, our programs in local communities and get a glimpse into our research. We hope you’ll join us throughout 2026 to raise a glass to birds and learn more about Bird Conservancy of the Rockies!
Each Thirsty Bird starts at 4 p.m. From 4 – 5 p.m. you can mingle with Bird Conservancy staff and supporters, grab a drink, and get a good seat! Starting promptly at 5 p.m. a staff member will begin a presentation focused on their work at Bird Conservancy as well as fun natural history facts about local birds. These presentations are engaging, thoughtful and you will walk away with new knowledge! Last year our Thirsty Bird events were very well attended. If you are hoping to get a seat at a table we recommend arriving at 4 p.m. Otherwise it may be standing room only.
Presenter is TBD. Stay tuned!
All Thirsty Bird events in 2026 will be held at New Belgium Brewery!

Lory State Park Bird Walk - West Valley/Well Gulch Trail
2026-12-12 08:30 - 11:00 | Lory State Park, 708 Lodgepole Dr, Bellvue, CO, 80512
This hike will start along the West Valley Trail and then follow the Well Gulch Nature Trail to cover a variety of habitats in search of raptors and winter residents. Interact with and meet other local birders in the community and see what other winter beauty Lory has to offer. Bird Conservancy will provide binoculars to those who need them. Whether new to birding, or a seasoned birder, participants of all experience levels are welcome!
Click here to register!
Meeting Point: Timber Trail trailhead at the Timber Trail Parking Area Please note, a $10 Daily or Annual Colorado State Parks Pass is required for entry into the park at all times. The trail is a roughly 3 mile loop with an ascent of 417 ft. It is rated as an easy trail that families and newer hikers could handle. Please dress for the weather and bring plenty of water and snacks.
Bird Conservancy is committed to making our events as accessible as possible, if you require an accommodation or service to participate, please contact Stephanie Wheeler at stephanie.wheeler@birdconservancy.org. Our community of practice is to be an organization that welcomes people of all backgrounds, beliefs, colors and creeds to join in, benefit from, and contribute to our mission. We strive for inclusivity of all persons regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other status.
