Back Island Birding

Back Island Birding

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With more than 220 species of birds, Kiawah is a birder's paradise. Travel with our birding experts to several remote locations to explore various island habitats and discover the natural history of our diverse avian wildlife.

Requirements

 Participants must be at least 16 years old.

Duration:

2 1/2 hours

Fee:

$25 per person

Schedule:

This program is offered throughout the year. For a schedule, please call or visit the Heron Park Nature Center at 843.768.6001.



Least Tern photo by Pamela Cohen
Professional landscape and nature photographer, Pamela Cohen, is owner of Prima Photography, which focuses on the photography of environmentally profound natural subjects. As a result of her background in biology, Pamela documents avian behaviors in the wild. She has particular interest in large wading birds and shorebird species and is an avid naturalist and conservationist. Pamela has been a Kiawah Island property owner for more than 20 years and is trustee for the Kiawah Conservancy.

Guest Feedback

"I go on the Back Island Birding every year and always love it.  This year Sarah Ernst went above and beyond anything I expected.  She helped me find several rare birds on my “wish list” including a red knot and common ground dove.  She is by far the best bird guide I have used anywhere in my travels."
Flood Family, Granville, Ohio.