Shorebird Strolls
Discover Amelia Island State Park's Shorebirds!
Join biologists for a guided shorebird stroll at Amelisa Island State Park where you will learn about Florida's beach-nesting birds, explore coastal environments, and get tips for sharing the shore with sensitive wildlife. Open to participants of all ages and birding levels. Perfect for nature enthusiasts and curious minds!
What to Expect
The walk will be approximately 2 miles total. We will begin in the parking lot and stroll along the beach for about 1 mile to the Amelia Island Critical Wildlife Area, where there will be an opportunity to see an active seabird colony! Once the group reaches the Critical Wildlife Area, participants may choose to walk back to the parking lot with their guides or remain in the park and explore or recreate independently.
Along the way, we will observe bird behavior, practice identification skills, and learn about the habitats shorebirds depend on. There will also be fun (optional) activity for those who wish to document what they see during the walk.
Focal Species
Know before you go
The event is free, but there is a cost of admission in association with entry into Amelia Island State Park: $2 per person (please use the honor box to pay fees with correct change).
Please arrive on time since the walk will start promptly at 9:30 a.m. Following the stoll, participants can remain in the park until sunset.
To come prepared:
- Please dress in clothing appropriate for the weather and beach conditions
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking up to 2 miles in the sand
- Consider bringing sunscreen, water, and snacks
- Please bring binoculars if you have any
Choose your stroll and register today!
How you can help protect beach-nesting birds:
- Never enter areas posted with shorebird/seabird signs.
- Avoid driving on or beyond the upper beach.
- Drive slow enough to avoid running over chicks.
- Keep dogs on a leash and away from areas where birds may be nesting.
- Keep cats indoors, and do not feed stray cats.
- Properly dispose of trash to keep predators away.
- Do not fly kites near areas where birds may be nesting.
- When birds are aggravated, you are too close.
- Join your local Florida Shorebird Alliance partnership.
