Picture this: the beautiful sounds of chirping birds, jumping fish, and win blowing through the trees blissfully fills your ears as you gently glide down North Park Lake via kayak.

Take to the water with the National Aviary and L.L.Bean for a birding adventure unlike any other! 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 as an Aviary expert assists with bird identification tips and tricks.

L.L.Bean will provide all necessary equipment, including kayaks, paddles, safety floatation devices, and L.L.Bean Discovery Binoculars.

Green Heron on the shores of North Park Lake

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

Presque Isle is a bird migration hotspot prized by birders in our region and beyond! Meet up with National Aviary experts for a morning of birdwatching. Hone your bird identification skills and learn birding tips and tricks as you explore some of western Pennsylvania’s most beautiful locations. Plus, our experts will help you identify the many native and migrating birds you see throughout the scenic views!

Meet up and leave the driving to us!

This program is designed for ages 6 and up, under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.