Pontoon Boat and Birding Tour

Join the James River Association for a pontoon boat ride for a specialty program provided by JRA educators.

Duration

2 Hours

About

The tidal freshwater section of the James river from Richmond to the mouth of Chickahominy River is an Audubon Important Bird Area. Thousands of waterfowl spend the winter in this area around Presquille NWR. Aptly named, Turkey Island is home to both quail and turkey as well as an important habitat for migratory birds especially the prothonotary warbler. Bald Eagle, Osprey, and Kingfisher are also common nesters we can spot from the boat. If we are lucky the pair of Peregrine Falcon that nest on the Benjamin Harrison Bridge may be active.

This activities does include a hike, with one steep incline.

We will Provide:

• Instructional Review from one of our Guides

Important

You must sign the online waiver prior to the trip day. Please bring your ID with you.

Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour start time.

What to Bring

• Closed toe shoes
• Water bottle
• Sunscreen

We will Provide:

• Life Jacket
• Paddle Vessel
• Instructional Review from one of our Guides

Important

You must sign the online waiver prior to the trip day. Please bring your ID with you.