Songs of the Pine Savanna [a guided bird walk at Piney Grove Preserve]

Discover the sights and sounds of one of Virginia's premier birding destinations during a leisurely walk through The Nature Conservancy's Piney Grove Preserve. The preserve provides critical habitat for a remarkable diversity of species, including Virginia’s rarest bird, the red-cockaded woodpecker.

Expect an easy walk with plenty of stops for birdwatching, questions and discussion. Whether you're an avid birder or simply curious about the natural world, this walk offers a wonderful opportunity to connect with nature, sharpen your observation skills, and enjoy the beauty of the preserve.

Additional details

• Max participants: 20
• Trail Difficulty: Easy
• Free and open to the public
• No bathroom facilities. No pets.
• Bring: snacks/lunch, water, bugspray, and sunscreen. We recommend wearing long sleeves, pants, and boots.
• If you have binoculars, please bring them. We have a few for folks to borrow.

Questions? Contact Brynna Strand at brynna.strand@tnc.org.

Photo Bay-breasted Warbler (c) Owen Strickland via iNaturalist. This species has been found at Piney Grove Preserve in the fall.

Photo credits: Red-headed woodpecker at Piney Grove Preserve (c) Logan Anderson, Red-shouldered Hawk at Piney Grove Preserve (c) Rachel Echols