Welcome to Overton Park Conservancy

Don’t know a red-shouldered hawk from a common yellowthroat? Overton Park Conservancy has the program for you! Join us on Tuesday, March 10 at the golf clubhouse for a Birding Basics course designed especially for beginners. You’ll learn how to identify birds by their sights and sounds through engaging sessions in the classroom and in the Old Forest. If you’ve been curious about diving deeper into the wonderful world of our charismatic feathered friends, this class is for you! Registration fee is $45 and includes lunch, a course booklet, and classroom binoculars. Grab your tickets at www.overtonpark.org/birdingbasics or at the link in our bio. ...

Heads up! There`s another free Songbird Stroll at Overton Park tomorrow, and this hermit thrush would very much like to make your acquaintance. Meet us at East Parkway Pavilion at 8:00 AM and we`ll look and listen for the resident birds who are starting to practice their songs! ...

Tomorrow`s going to be a beautiful day to be outside, so take a midday break with us! Monday, February 16 is the first edition of our new Field Notes series. These free monthly walks are led by Overton Park Conservancy`s Stewardship Manager Fields Falcone, who will share what`s happening in the park and what`s changing with the seasons. Meet at 12:15 at the information kiosk in the Rainbow Lake Playground parking lot. No registration is required, and this walk is pet-friendly and can be tailored to walkers of all abilities. ...