Wednesday, September 23, 2026 9:00 am – 11:00am
Beyond our Backyard – Birding the Greenway
Location: Meet at Parking area for West Ashley Greenway (McLeod Mill Rd. nr. Main Rd./SR S 10-20)
Max: 12
Cost None for members; $10 donation for guests
Leaders: Jennifer Jerome and Melanie Jerome
Previously, SIB has Bike and Bird the West Ashley Greenway. It’s such a nice location, we decided to schedule a walk for those who prefer to walk or take their motorized scooters. This entire trail stretches about 8 miles from Johns Island to the South Windermere Shopping Center on Folly Road (parking available at either end). The trail is open from dawn to dusk. It’s 100 feet wide and mostly hard-parked dirt and some asphalt. Plus, the trail is flat so it’s great for beginning bikers and kids. For the most part, the trail runs parallel to U.S. Highway 17 past neighborhoods, parks and marshes so there’s plenty to see. The City of Charleston Department of Parks has confirmed motorized handicap scooters may utilize the Greenway for this activity so some members may want to traverse the Greenway in their scooters. For this activity, we plan to traverse the first segment closest to Main Road.
We hope to see shorebirds like egrets, herons and Roseate Spoonbills in the tidal marsh areas. We should see/hear some of our migratory friends as well as late departing summer birds and early arriving winter residents. And birds of prey are common to see flying overhead.
Be sure to bring binoculars, camera, hats, sunscreen, bug repellant, snacks and water.
If you are not yet a 2026 SIB member, you may become a member for only $15 by following the instructions on our website: Become a Member. You may bring the form and your dues to the event. Or you may pay the Guest Fee of $10.
Please register no later than Monday September 21, 2026. All registrants will receive a confirmation letter the day prior the event.
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