Join National Links Trust and DC Bird Alliance for a guided bird walk through historic Rock Creek Park Golf on
Wednesday, September 24, 2025 from 5:00-6:30pm. This event is open to people of all ages.
Please review the information included here and complete the questions below to register.
Know Before You Go:
1) Registration & Waitlist - Every person must register individually. Please do not bring unregistered guests. This event is limited to the first 25 registrants. If registration fills up, a waitlist will be created. If you are on the waitlist and do not receive a message that a space has opened, it means we are at capacity and cannot add you to the event. Being added to the waitlist does not guarantee that you will be able to attend the event.
2) Cancellation - The walk will proceed in rain, but will be canceled in the event of inclement weather (heavy rain, lightning, etc.). A cancellation email will be sent at least 2 hours before the meeting time.
3) What to Expect: Participants can expect a slow to moderate walking pace with less than 2 miles covered from start to finish. The bird walk will mix a blend of terrains from paved surface to grassy hills and forested trails.
4) What to Bring:
- Sunscreen/sun protection
- Bug spray
- Comfortable footwear to walk or hike. The trail will be uneven and transition between paved, rocky, grassy, and wooded terrain.
- Water and snacks
- Bring your own binoculars. DC Bird Alliance will have a few extras but not enough for everyone.
5) Parking Information: Attendees will park in the Rock Creek Park Golf parking lot. Access the golf course by turning off of 16th Street onto Joyce Road. Follow Joyce Rd. to the fork and veer right through the gate and proceed up the hill to the golf course. TRAFFIC ROUTING NOTE: Please note that there is on-going road work happening on Joyce Rd. and portions of Joyce Rd. are closed just past the right turn/entry gate into the golf course. The displayed 'Road Closed' signage does NOT apply to the entry road to the golf course.
6) Restrooms: Bathrooms at the golf course will be open for participants to use before or after the guided walk. There are no restrooms available on the trail.
7) All participants are required to complete their own National Links Trust Online Participation Waiver.
Please click HERE to access the form and select below that you've completed the waiver to complete your registration.