Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Jen Zalewski for a spring bird walk at Priday Ranch. We'll listen for singing yellow-breasted chats and common yellowthroats along Trout Creek. Rock and canyon wrens may be calling from the rocky hillsides and Bullock's orioles are usually found by the farmhouse. Explore the Preserve while looking for 30+ species here at this time of year. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event.

• Outing Details + Route

  Hike Rating: This is a moderate ~2-3 mile hike on roads and off-trail through grassy meadows.

  Route: This hike will start near the parking area and will include walking on roads and off-trail. Terrain will be uneven at times.

  Elevation gain/loss: This hike is moderate with little elevation gain/loss.

• What to Bring

  Binoculars (if you have them), snacks/lunch, water, long pants, closed toe shoes. Dress for the weather.

• About the Property

  The Land Trust protected the 4,500 acre Priday Ranch in 2020. Priday Ranch contains ten miles of Trout Creek, Antelope Creek, and Ward Creek, rugged canyons, and native grasslands. The property is located north of Madras, Oregon and is home to numerous wildlife species including steelhead, nesting golden eagles, mule deer, Rocky Mountain elk, and beaver.

• Accessibility

  The Land Trust is working to make our Walks + Hikes as accessible as possible. Please let us know at least one week in advance if there is something we can do or provide to support you in participating in this outing to the fullest and we will accommodate as possible.