Huntington Beach State Park, SC Bonus Field Trip, September 10, 2011
Considered by many to be the “Birding Jewel of the Grand Strand”, Huntington Beach State Park usually lands somewhere near the top on “Best Places to Bird in South Carolina” lists.
Roseate Spoonbills at Huntington Beach State Park (photo by Jerry Kerschner).
Join fellow Carolina Bird Club members on Saturday, September 10th as we survey the marshes, beaches, ocean, jetty, and maritime forest for early migrant passerines, shorebirds, waders, rails, raptors and more. This one-day bonus trip starts at 8:00 a.m. and continues until we find all the birds! During the day we plan to visit a variety of habitats that should provide a nice list of species before dark. Target birds include Wood Stork, the possibility of Roseate Spoonbill, migrating shorebirds, terns, Clapper Rail, early migrant passerines, and more.
Depending on the weather forecast for the day, the trip may include a visit to the rock jetty marking the south end of Murrells Inlet. Be prepared for a mile and a half walk through soft sand each way. Participants who do not wish to visit the jetty can bird areas near the North Beach parking area while the others are down the beach.
Fee: $10
Please note that the state park charges a $5 per person entrance fee, payable on arrival, that is not included in the trip fee noted above.
Logistics: Dress for the weather, bring sunscreen, consider insect repellant, bring a scope if you have one (if not, there should be plenty to go around), and plan on a picnic lunch in the park. A camp store sells snacks and beverages. Restrooms are located throughout the park. A significant portion of the trip is handicapped accessible.
To Register: Contact Steve Shultz via email or (919) 779-2826 to be added to the roster. You will receive a registration form/waiver that can be submitted with the trip fee. You may cancel and receive a refund up through Saturday September 3rd.
Bonus Field Trips are open only to CBC members in good standing (i.e., your dues must be paid up). Would you like to go on a field trip but aren't a CBC member? It is perfectly OK to join the CBC at the same time you register for a field trip. Information on joining the CBC can be found on our membership page.
