North Park Wildlife Weekend

      Walden, Colorado

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      Reefs to Rockies
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      54 reviews
      Aug 4 - 6, 2023
      Group size: 4 - 7
      North Park Wildlife Weekend
      Walden, Colorado

      Reefs to Rockies
      • Email address verified
      54 reviews

      Aug 4 - 6, 2023
      Group size: 4 - 7

      About this trip

      TRIP LINK: An American Serengeti Series Trip


      Summer in Colorado’s High Country brings baby birds, doting parents, and ID challenges in the myriad of available habitats in Clear Creek, Grand, Jackson and Larimer counties. Join Front Range Birding Company and Reefs to Rockies in this 3-day trip to North Park in search of colonial waterbirds, sagebrush, and forest birds. Highlights may include piggy-backing grebes and other waterfowl, raptors, Sage Thrashers, and maybe even Greater Sage-Grouse or Moose! We’ll spend five days exploring Nebraska’s wildlife hotspots.

      We have strategically selected areas away from crowds so that we have the time and space to truly enjoy these wildlife spectacles in true Reefs to Rockies style. We’ll travel in a custom American safari van with a conversion pop-top and spacious seating. This is not the traditional passenger van you may have traveled in on past trips. This one-of-a-kind vehicle has been specially designed by two wildlife biologists to allow for optimal viewing. It makes a perfect ‘blind’ and there’s ample room for everyone to view at the same time.


      Conservation Impact

      The Southern Plains Land Trust (SPLT), founded in 1998, creates and protects a network of shortgrass prairie preserves, ensuring a future for native flora and fauna. A donation to SPLT to aid in their land acquisition efforts will be made on behalf of all participants. 

      What’s included

      • Accommodations
        Double occupancy standard room
      • Meals as listed
        2 breakfasts and 3 lunches
      • Private transportation
        From Denver in a custom American safari van
      • Expedition Leader
        Chip Clouse of Reefs to Rockies
      • Daily wildlife viewing
        With spotting scope available
      • Entrance fees + permits
      • Activities as listed
      • Conservation donation

      What’s not included

      • Meeting point
        Transportation to/from the meeting point in west Denver.
      • Travel insurance
      • 2 dinners
      • Personal items

      Available Packages

      Trip Price
      $1,195
      Deposit: $400

      Available options

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      Our specialty is nature and wildlife travel. We know when and where to go for the best experiences. Travel time is limited. It’s important to choose a travel company that knows how to personalize a trip just for you. Our travel specialists will help you plan a custom trip that matches your travel style, budget, interests, and ideal dates.

      Reviews

      Reefs to Rockies put together a great trip for us. The accommodations were excellent, the excursions were very well done and a good mix of things we like to do, the logistics went smoothly. Belize was a good choice for our family, an interesting place to visit that combines beach/rainforest/culture. Thanks to Reefs to Rockies for suggestions, guidance and flawless execution!
      By Steve R for Belize: Rainforest and Reef on Apr 18, 2024
      Terrific guide—knowledgeable, funny, caring, great bird spotter. Greater Prairie chickens and Sandhill Cranes on Platte River amazing. Fun and memorable five days.
      By Christina C for Spring Magic in Nebraska 2024 on Mar 30, 2024
      What a great trip! We saw (and heard) tens, no, hundreds of thousands of Sandhill Cranes! Chip drove us around the North Platte area in the Roaming Bison to find Cranes in nearby fields, as well as many other species - songbirds and water fowl. We joined a local tour provider for more daytime Crane viewing and for a magical night in a Crane blind along the Platte River. Let's not forget the Prairie Chickens - who are now on my top ten list of favorite birds! We visited two leks, or Prairie Chicken stomping grounds, to watch the males practice their dances, vocalize, and strut their stuff. Though Cranes and Prairie Chickens were the stars of this trip, Chip was committed to ensuring that we had ample opportunities to visit a number of birding hotspots so that we could see a wide variety of other species. Some that come to mind include Wild Turkey, Osprey, Horned Lark, and many, many others. Chip is an enthusiastic instructor who offered tidbits related to bird identification - markings, behavior, migration patterns, etc. He also shared stories and information about pioneer history, which helped to make the area come alive in another way. Chip worked hard to ensure that we were comfortable (and safe) road warriors. Good food provided by local businesses, snacks, and an occasional coffee stop from local coffee vendors! This is definitely a trip to consider!!
      By Janet P for Spring Magic in Nebraska 2024 on Mar 29, 2024
      Tornados of sandhill cranes surrounding us near North Platte. The magic of dawn on a Greater Prairie Chicken Lek full of booming, foot stomping and sparring. The best of nature experienced with great traveling companions. Comfortable riding and viewing on the Roaming Bison Safari Vehicle. Every detail taken care of- Sheridan you are amazing.
      By Debby M for Spring Magic in Nebraska with Birding & Beers 2024 on Mar 29, 2024
      Great to discover birding on the back roads of Nebraska. Definitely my kind of trip. Like to be off the beaten path. Attendees were so knowledgeable and patient with me as a novice. Comfortable transportation, hotels with lots of beer and snacks. Who could ask for more!
      By Linda E for Spring Magic in Nebraska with Birding & Beers 2024 on Mar 29, 2024
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