Recapping Our Point No Point Guided Walk
If you want to witness one of nature’s most incredible journeys, there is no better front-row seat than the iconic Point No Point Lighthouse. Recently, Kitsap Audubon partnered with Kitsap County Parks for an exhilarating guided nature walk at this internationally designated Important Bird Area (IBA).
To say the event was a success would be an understatement—we had a phenomenal turnout of nearly 50 nature enthusiasts who joined us to experience science, wildlife, and community in action right on the shoreline!
Expert Guides & Rare Sightings
The walk was expertly led by Kevin Eyer, who shepherded the large group with the support of Justin Carrington, Chuq Von Rospach, and several knowledgeable local area experts. Having so many sharp eyes on the water and sky paid off beautifully.
While Point No Point is always a hub for avian migration, the day delivered some truly spectacular, bucket-list highlights for our attendees:
The Rock Wren: A thrilling and highly unusual treat for this location, delighting the birders in attendance!
Marbled Murrelets: Spotting these elusive, fascinating seabirds is always a highlight for local conservationists.
Harbor Porpoises Galore: The avian world wasn't the only one putting on a show; the group was treated to an incredible number of harbor porpoises surfacing just off the point.
We were also incredibly grateful to have Kitsap County Parks staff on hand, who generously lent their deep expertise and historical knowledge of the park to the group, enriching the experience for everyone.
Exclusive Tech Insight: The Motus Station
Jamie Aker led a fascinating discussion right at the tower, explaining how this incredible piece of technology works. The Motus network uses automated radio telemetry to track the movement of tagged birds, bats, and insects. Jamie shared the latest "migration stories" and the exciting data we are actively receiving from the installation. It was a powerful reminder of how local conservation efforts connect to global research, showing our group real-time science in action.
Thank You!
A huge thank you to Kevin, Justin, Chuq, Jamie, the Kitsap County Parks team, and the nearly 50 community members who spent their day with us. It’s events like these that remind us how lucky we are to live in a region so rich with biodiversity and passionate people dedicated to protecting it.
