Great Missouri Birding Trail
Here we are, enjoying winter in the heart of what so many avian species use as their migratory compass—the Central Flyway. Our region and its magnificent river systems are home to a diverse, colorful, and awe-inspiring array of birds. Whether you’re a novice or veteran birder, the Great Missouri Birding Trail is calling your name this month. While the whole state beckons, you won’t need to venture beyond the metro area to spy raptors fishing, woodpeckers drilling, owls calling, ducks diving, herons stalking, finches foraging, and vultures soaring. While you’re at it, take in some big, long, deep breaths of winter air to ready yourself for a new year, while soaking up the natural beauty of our local lakes, wetlands, river edges, bluffs, parks, and gardens. Grab a friend, and go bird already.