Birding at Petersburg National Battlefield

Did you know that our national battlefields protect more than America’s history? They also provide critical habitat for wildlife of all types, including birds.

This Saturday, we’re going birding at Petersburg National Battlefield to see just how many winged denizens we can find. If we’re lucky, we might even spy the park’s nesting pair of bald eagles.

Two bird walks will be led by resident bird experts, and the battlefield’s brand-new birding cards will help you track what you see. Then, stick around to build a birdhouse and a bird feeder that you can take home and place on your patio or in your backyard.

Event Details

WHAT: Birding at the Battlefield

WHEN: Saturday, June 8, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

WHERE: Petersburg National Battlefield, 5001 Siege Road, Petersburg, VA 23803; the group will gather at Stop #3 along the Eastern Front Tour Road (travel to the Eastern Front Visitor Center and then follow the tour road to Stop #3).

WHO: Everyone who loves parks, nature and birds

QUESTIONS? Contact Pam Goddard at pgoddard@npca.org.

OTHER INFO: This event is free, and there is plenty of parking. Bring binoculars, a water bottle, sunscreen and a hat.