Diamond Bay Coastal Walk: Birds and Whales - August

COME BIRD WITH ME - DIAMOND BAY COASTAL WALK

Meeting Point: Diamond Bay Reserve, Vaucluse. Meet on the flat grassy part of the reserve near Craig Avenue - Google Maps Coordinates -33.862, 151.282

Join your host Jade on a guided walk and take in the stunning views from the clifftops at Diamond Bay. The coastal bush offers a unique chance to see a diverse range of wildlife - from tiny bush birds and ocean birds to giant whales - all in one walk, right here locally. Binoculars are provided for an up-close look at this amazing wildlife.

With binoculars in hand, we'll explore the incredible coastal birdlife and have a great chance of spotting whales in the process!

Walk includes:

• Guidance on how to identify local bird species by sight and sound
• Practice spotting birds and whales and using binoculars 
• Binoculars will be provided for the walk
• You will get a local bird list to take home
• Optional, join me for a coffee at the end.

All experience levels welcome!

Places are limited so booking is essential.

WHAT TO BRING

• Weather sensible clothing and sun protection
• Backpack or bag - you will want your hands free to use the binoculars
• Sturdy, comfortable footwear

WALK DETAILS

• Start: 7:30am Diamond Bay Reserve
• Walk: ~2.5 km through cliff top parks with stunning views! We will walk slowly and stop often to admire our feathered friends and migrating whales. Depending what we see, the exact timing and route may vary slightly. 
• Coffee: Approx 8:45 am we will finish the walk at the Grumpy Baker. Please stay and share a coffee with me. If you do have to run off to work - bring your keep cup for takeaway! 
• Finish: after coffee we will head back to the starting point - approx 10 min walk

ADDITIONAL INFO

We will walk slowly and stop often to admire our feathered friends. Please be mindful there are sections with stairs and uneven ground and there may not be somewhere to sit when we stop, so come prepared to be on you feet for the duration. 

This guided walk is suitable for people aged 12 and over. All children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. An adult accompanying children only needs to book a place if they want their own binoculars. 

If you would like to join a walk, but the cost of tickets is a barrier. No worries, send an email to jade@comebirdwithme.com and I’ll sort you out. 

A LITTLE ABOUT YOUR GUIDE

My name is Jade and I have been birdwatching around the Easter Suburbs and beyond for over 6 years. For me bird watching is a great way for to connect with nature everyday. I feel grounded and more connected to my home when I can put names to the birds and other wildlife around me. And when you see a new bird, it's a lot of fun! Bird watching also opened me to all these opportunities to care for them; bush care, native gardening, and supporting wildlife corridors. This gave me purpose and fulfilment. I want to share this sense of wonder, connection and care, with my fellow nature lovers out there.  Please reach out to me if you have any questions - jade@comebirdwithme.com

GETTING THERE

• Public Transport: 380 and 387 buses stop close to the starting point. 380, 387 and 324 buses stop close the the finishing point. 
• Walking or Cycling: Active transport is a great option. 
• Parking: there is unlimited on street parking near meeting point.
• Note: the grumpy baker is approximately 10 min walk back to the starting point. 

THIS EVENT WAS MADE POSSIBLE WITH SUPPORT FROM WAVERLEY COUNCIL.