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Birdwatching Kayak Tour with L.L.Bean

May 19 |

Sunday, May 19 | 8 – 11 am | $75 per person | North Park Lake

Take to the water with the National Aviary and L.L.Bean for a birding adventure by kayak! L.L.Bean’s experienced and professional guides will provide on-land instruction on kayak equipment, basic strokes, and safety guidelines before a National Aviary expert leads kayakers out on North Park Lake in Allegheny County. Kayakers will scan the shoreline and surrounding forest for birds. L.L.Bean will provide all necessary equipment, including kayaks, paddles, safety floatation devices, and L.L.Bean Discovery Binoculars.

Participants must be 8 years or older; those under 18 must be accompanied by a registered adult companion.

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