# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Spring Migration Birdwatching Series - Fontainebleau Early Birds
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 08:00 am (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Join us for our monthly bird walk around Fontainebleau State Park! All experience levels welcome, especially newcomers. We will meet near the splashpad area at 8:00. We expect the walk to last an hour and a half. There is a $3 entrance fee into the state park. This month, Fontainebleau Early Birds is part of a month-long series celebrating Spring Migration; find out more below!

Join the Pelican Park Nature Club this April for a special birdwatching series celebrating the incredible natural event known as spring migration! Each year, millions of vibrant songbirds pass through Louisiana—and this is your chance to see them up close.

Over five guided birdwalks, participants will explore a variety of local natural areas while learning to identify migratory species like warblers, buntings, and more. Whether you're brand new to birdwatching or a seasoned enthusiast, all are welcome!

Event Highlights:
• Free, guided birdwalks led by Alex Landry, Pelican Park’s Naturalist and experienced birdwatcher.
• Perfect for beginners—no experience needed
• Binoculars available to borrow thanks to a generous donation from SportOptics!

Locations & Dates:
• April 7 – Boy Scout Road Trail
• April 11 – Fontainebleau State Park
• April 14 – Camp Salmen Nature Park
• April 21 – Lake Road
• April 28 – Bogue Falaya Wayside Park

Time: All walks begin at 8:00 AM

Come enjoy fresh air, scenic trails, and the beauty of spring migration with fellow nature lovers. Bring your curiosity—and maybe a friend!

Accessibility:
The field trip will take place on flat ground covered in grass or hard packed mud as well as a sandy beach. Fontainebleau State Park has an all-terrain wheelchair available to rent on a first come, first serve basis. Restrooms are accessible. The parking lot is paved with designated handicap spots. Please don't hesitate to reach out with any accessibility concerns you may have. We are happy to accommodate you to the best of our ability!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mandeville/spring-migration-birdwatching-series-fontainebleau-early-birds/200029879202136
- **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, Nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://pelicanpark.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=3274&utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=mandeville-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Mandeville
- **state**: LA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Fontainebleau State Park
- **lat**: 30.34778
- **long**: -90.05644
- **full address**: Fontainebleau State Park, 62883 LA-1089, Mandeville, LA 70448-7304, United States

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Pelican Park Nature Club (https://allevents.in/org/pelican-park-nature-club/25580403)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 08:00 am (-05:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Fontainebleau State Park, 62883 LA-1089, Mandeville, LA 70448-7304, United States
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Pelican Park Nature Club
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** trips-adventures, Nonprofit
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Spring Migration Birdwatching Series - Fontainebleau Early Birds ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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