Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Chapman’s Pond and Nature Trails
- When: Saturday, August 30, 2025, 7:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: 7100 SW 41st Pl, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Cost: free
Meet Ben Fick in the grassy parking lot. The lot is across from the GRU - Kanapaha Water Reclamation Facility, which supplies the ponds of the park with reclaimed water. See the map for the trail parking marked with a star.
Named after Frank M. Chapman, an ornithologist who surveyed species of the area and who created Christmas Bird Count! 228 species have now been found at this location. We will follow the trails in search of migrant warblers, vireos, and flycatchers. Historically, this has been a good location for the rare Canada Warbler.
Want to learn more about Frank M. Chapman? You can read Rex Rowan's article on "A History of Birding in Alachua County" on our website.
Difficulty: 2 (greater than one mile)
Here are some items to consider carrying on any field trip: binoculars (a must), water, bug spray, sunscreen, hat, sturdy shoes, rain gear for sudden downpours, notebook, camera, contact information.
Non-members are always welcome.
- Website: www.alachuaaudubon.org
- Category: Tours/Informational
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