Pawnee Bird Tour Overview
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Pawnee Bird Tour
<p>The Pawnee National Grassland Bird Tour (<a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5318485.pdf">click here for pamphlet</a>) is 21 miles long and passes through a variety of bird habitats. The kinds of birds present will depend upon the season of the year, weather conditions, and time of day (early morning and late afternoon are best). The tour begins in the Crow Valley Recreation Area and follows county roads, mostly unpaved and gravel, through a variety of landscapes and ending at Highway 14 and County Road 61.</p><p>A leisurely tour would take from up to 3 to 4 hours to complete by motor vehicle. The tour is also suitable for mountain bikes with heavy duty tires. To follow the tour, please call or come by our office in Ault to pick up a brochure and map, or <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5318485.pdf">click here for a downloadable version</a>. A more complete list of bird species found on the Pawnee National Grassland is available by <span style="display: none;"> </span><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5421549.pdf" name="undefined">clicking here</a>. Pay close attention to the map and your odometer. Wet weather can make some of the roads impassable. You may want to inquire at the office for the latest conditions before you start the tour. </p><p>If you are interested in exploring more of the Pawnee National Grassland, a <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsinternet/!ut/p/c5/04_SB8K8xLLM9MSSzPy8xBz9CP0os3gjAwhwtDDw9_AI8zPwhQoY6IeDdGCqCPOBqwDLG-AAjgb6fh75uan6BdnZaY6OiooA1tkqlQ!!/dl3/d3/L2dJQSEvUUt3QS9ZQnZ3LzZfMjAwMDAwMDBBODBPSEhWTjJNMDAwMDAwMDA!/?navtype=BROWSEBYSUBJECT&cid=fsm91_058275&navid=360000000000000&pnavid=null&ss=110210&position=Feature.Html&ttype=detail&pname=Arapaho">Motor Vehicle Use Map</a> will indicate where public and private lands are located, and which roads for accessible for public use.</p><p>There is no water available in this area, and the nearest gas station may not be in close proximity. Check your fuel and take plenty of water, especially on hot summer days.</p><p>Learn more from Discover Weld's <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LCNorOjWbv8">video</a>.</p>
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Next 5 days, hour by hour
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5-day forecast table
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
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Responsible visitation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site (BLM, NPS, state agency, or private owner) for access rules, permits, and seasonal closures before driving out.
- Stay on trail
- Many points of interest sit in fragile ecosystems. Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation and prevent erosion.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and give nesting birds and denning mammals plenty of space.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you. Remote sites often have no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, fossils, or artifacts. Federal law protects cultural and natural resources on public land.
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Save Pawnee Bird Tour as a favorite, set a weather threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Pawnee Bird Tour
What is Pawnee Bird Tour?
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When is the best time to visit?
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How do I get there?
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Can I get alerts when conditions change?
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