# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Birdwatching Trek: Bloomington Ferry
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 29 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 am – Sat, 29 Aug, 2026 at 10:30 am (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Meet us at the trailhead at the Bloomington Ferry Trailhead:
11255 Bloomington Ferry Rd, Bloomington, 
MN 55438

Join refuge naturalist Craig Mandel for a bird walk to learn about the birds that we find on the refuge. Learn about the different types of habitats at the refuge that support over 100 species of birds, many of which migrate through and nest on the refuge during certain times of the year. No experience needed, this program is intended for those interested in birding regardless of experience level. Registration required.

Registration required. Capped at 25 participants, register here: https://signup.com/go/rLmKfrK

This program is entirely outdoors. Distance covered is 1-2 miles total. The walk is easy active, slow moving, with plenty of stops along the way. 

Comfortable clothing is recommended, including boots for wet/rainy conditions on muddy trails. If you have them, bring along your own pair of binoculars and field guides. Volunteers have spotting scopes available for all to use as well.

Accessibility at Bloomington Ferry:

There are no restrooms or water fountains at this location. There are no dedicated handicap parking spots. Bloomington Ferry and River Bottoms trails are natural surface, mostly flat, with entries to trails moderately sloped. Minnesota Valley State Trail is handicap accessible, paved and mostly flat, with access via a pedestrian bridge. Depending on seasonal trail conditions, natural surface paths may be muddy (summer) or snowy (winter) and may not always be suitable for strollers or wheelchairs. There are no benches in the area. Kiosk is a
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bloomington/birdwatching-trek-bloomington-ferry/200030477236244
- **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, trekking
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 14

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Bloomington
- **state**: MN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 11255 Bloomington Ferry Rd, Minneapolis, MN 55438-2418, United States
- **lat**: 44.79908
- **long**: -93.38566
- **full address**: 11255 Bloomington Ferry Rd, Minneapolis, MN 55438-2418, United States, 11255 Bloomington Ferry Rd, Minneapolis, MN 55438-2418, United States, Bloomington

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Birdwatching Trek: Bloomington Ferry being held?
  - **A:** Birdwatching Trek: Bloomington Ferry takes place on Sat, 29 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 am to Sat, 29 Aug, 2026 at 10:30 am at 11255 Bloomington Ferry Rd, Minneapolis, MN 55438-2418, United States, 11255 Bloomington Ferry Rd, Minneapolis, MN 55438-2418, United States, Bloomington.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Birdwatching Trek: Bloomington Ferry?
  - **A:** Birdwatching Trek: Bloomington Ferry is organized by Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.

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