4191 Snail Lake Blvd., Shoreview, MN 55126

Sunday, July 16, 8:00 AM to Noon

Discover the fun of birding from a bicycle on more than 5 miles of mostly level, paved, multi-use trails that connect four lakes in Shoreview: Grass, Snail, Sucker, and Vadnais, all of which are prime birding locations for Ramsey County (top 10 hotspots on eBird). Landscape here is varied and includes lakes, woods, wetlands, and open grassland.  Optional bakery-stop midway(bring bike lock): Taste of Scandinavia Bakery is a block off the trail in North Oaks.

LOCATION     Trail map: https://www.ramseycounty.us/sites/default/files/Parks%20and%20Recreation/Park%20Maps%20-%20Vadnais%20Snail%20Lakes.pdf

DIRECTIONS     Meet in parking lot at Snail Lake picnic area/boat launch/beach parking lot, 4191 Snail Lake Blvd, Shoreview, MN 55126 (2nd entrance, past Mackubin Street intersection: 45.067178, -93.123040)

GEAR     Bring bicycle, helmet, binoculars, snacks, sunscreen, and water. Leader will bring a scope and first aid kit.

REGISTRATION     Required registration and limited to 8 participants. Contact sherrygray@yahoo.com  to register.  Participants will be asked to sign a liability release form at the start of the trip.

DIFFICULTY    At least 5-mile route. A few short hills, but otherwise a winding, mostly level route. As group will hear and see many birds, riding pace is relaxed. Birders and bicyclists of all levels, including newbies, are most welcome to join.

LEADER     Sherry Gray   sherrygray@yahoo.com