Nature
Talks + Tours

Winter Birding and Nature Journaling

When

Sun, Jan 10, 2027 9:30AM – 11:30AM

Where

Across the Grounds

Price

$25, Wave Hill Members save 10%

The Hudson River Valley is home to an impressive diversity of bird species, even in the heart of winter. Join naturalist Gabriel Willow for a guided walk through Wave Hill’s garden to observe resident and migratory birds in their winter habitat. Birders of all experience levels are welcome.

Following the walk, take your observations to paper with guided nature journaling. Whether you choose to sketch or write, nature journaling offers a mindful way to reflect on your observations from the winter landscape. All materials provided, just bring your curiosity and willingness to slow down, observe, and capture the moment on paper.

Advance registration is encouraged. Day-of registration is based on availability and not guaranteed.

Questions? Please email information@wavehill.org or call 718.549.3200 x 251.

Walks follow a route along mixed-material pathways with varying elevations. A limited amount of walking sticks are available to borrow. Pace varies from a slow walk to moderate walk throughout.

Gabriel Willow

Gabriel Willow

Gabriel Willow is a naturalist with a particular passion for birds and urban spaces. He is an environmental educator and ecological tour guide in NYC, where he leads tours and teaches classes for NYC Bird Alliance and Wave Hill, among others. His tours focus on seeking out the overlooked and ignored elements of wildness hiding all around us, ranging from boat trips on the East River, to kayaking on Newtown Creek, to seeking the elusive Peregrine Falcons nesting on skyscrapers near Wall Street. He has created programs for Lincoln Center, the Morgan Library and Museum, the NY Botanical Garden, and more. He is also an artist, illustrator, and DJ.