Lullwater (Emory) Bird Walk
Friday, April 5 2024 at 9:45 AM EDT to
Friday, April 5 2024 at 12:35 PM EDT
Description
Join us on the first Friday of the month for a bird walk at Lullwater Preserve!
Where to be and When: We will make use of the lovely free GT/Emory shuttle, departing from Cherry Emerson at 9:55AM, and MARTA Midtown at 9:59AM (see https://www.pts.gatech.edu/shuttles/stinger/). Paid visitor parking is also available at Emory; if you plan to drive, meet us at the Clifton trailhead by 10:25AM.
Who we’ll see: waterfowl, songbirds, woodpeckers, and the heron and kingfisher if we’re lucky! (More info: https://ebird.org/hotspot/L2295109)
What to bring: comfortable shoes you can get dirty, appropriate clothing for the weather.
Nice to have: binoculars, camera, smartphone, eyes, and/or ears.
Will binoculars be provided?: This event is BYOB (bring your own binocs), but you are not required to have binoculars to join.
Will I get back in time for my afternoon class?: The bus should arrive back at Cherry Emerson by 12:35PM.
Where should I park if I’m driving to Emory?: We recommend Michael Street Parking Deck as it is closest to the Clifton trailhead. The details are as follows:
Michael Street Parking Deck
550 Houston Mill Road, Atlanta 30322
Distance: 6 min (0.3 mile)
Price: 1-2 hours $8
Schedule:
- 9:45 meet at cherry Emerson
- 9:55 catch the Emory shuttle
- 10:25 meet at front gate of trail
- 11:50 end event at front gate and walk to shuttle
- 11:59 board shuttle
- 12:25 arrive at GT campus