This is an unfortunate review as I have enjoyed this place for awhile as an Adams County resident. However, now they charge $6 to watch and visit the banding station. This was never the case before and as a kid the banding station is partly what got me interested in birds. I understand during Covid you had to register as a visitor. Managing visitor numbers is perfectly fine. However, even after nearly 600k in funding from Adams County in 2022 they are going to charge? I appreciate the bird conservation work and have even been part of it. But being asked to pay just to watch is really silly. Especially when it wasn’t busy and $6 is way to high when you want to watch briefly. An optional donation makes way more sense and hopefully they change this policy. This used to be a great outreach tool for introducing people to...
Read moreWas peaceful. I was looking or information on hours. Could not find anything on the boards. Wear long sleeves and pants if mosquitoes like you. They were all over me, but next time I will be prepared. Saw an 🦉 flying to its nest/home, breath taking. Love birds and seeing them in their natural habitat is wonderful. The little prairie dogs are adorable. I know some view them as a pest, but they have as much right as we do to be here. They play an important role in the life cycle. The prey birds use them as a food source as do other animals. Hopefully, I don't witness them being taken, I have a soft spot for all creatures.. being in nature helps with some of my anxiety....
Read moreCame here for a program my sons are in. Despite being near a highway, this place is nice, calm & has a nice variety of wildlife. We were fortunate enough to see hawks, eagles, a few deer & a good size coyote among other wildlife in the area. This is definitely a place we'll be back to in the near future. Also the staff was very friendly & informative. Thank you for the tour...
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