Tree-t yourself to a birding walk

Though spring is still a few days away, the Spring Lake Open Space is open year-round. The Audubon Society of Lincoln City will lead a bird walk through this hidden treasure on Saturday, March 11, in search of winter sparrows and other songbirds.

Spring Lake Open Space is about a quarter of a mile from Highway 101. Except for a paved section at the top, most trails are muddy and uneven, following the lake edge closely most of the way.

All the group’s bird walks are free, family-friendly, easy to moderately easy and no pre-registration or experience is required. Binoculars and guidebooks are provided. Walks are held rain or shine; dress appropriately for coastal weather and muddy trails.

The walk will start at 9 am in the Spring Lake Open Space parking lot on Port Avenue For more information, go to lincolncityaudubon.org.