Make getting into the outside part of your autumn calendar. From birding and backyard wildlife to gardening, seasonal workshops, family activities, and community gatherings, autumn events there is an abundance of things to do across the upstate of SC. Here are our top pics for ways to learn something new, have fun, and enjoy the season.
Please note not all events included in this list are hosted by Urban Birding Supply. However, you can signup for all Urban Birding Supply events at ubsgvl.eventbrite.com. Also make sure to save admin@urbanbirdingsupply.com for follow-up emails with details prior to each event.
September 5th 8:00am-9:00am 1st Saturday Bird Walk
Join the Urban Birding Supply team for our monthly birding walk. Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned birder, this walk is a great way to connect with fellow bird lovers, share tips, and spot some awesome feathered friends together. Grab your binoculars (or just your eyes) and get ready for some fun birding!
Location TBD Attendees will receive an email 5-7 days prior to the event with location details from admin@urbanbirdingsupply.com.
September 19th 7am - 12pm or 8:00am-10:30am: GCBC Birding Walk at Conestee Nature Preserve
Join the Greenville County Birding Club (GCBC) on one of their third Saturday monthly walks. Choose from a longer or shorter excursion. Open to members and the public these walks are a great way to get meet other birding enthusiasts and hone your skills. To sign up follow the details listed on their website here..
September 19th Upstate Young Birders Club
Calling all junior birders ages 10-18! Join the young birders club of the upstate for hawk watching at Sassafras mountain. Contact upstateSC.youngbirders@gmail.com for details.
September 20th-26th Hawk Week at Sassafras Mountain
Fall is a great time to spot many species on the move especially some larger birds like Broad-winged hawks. We will determine an exact date one week prior to the event so we have the best chance at timing ideal weather and migration activity. However, if you can make it out to Sassafras anytime this week you're likely to make some great observations. RSVP for updates here.
September 29th 12:30 - 1:20pm Ollie Lunch & Learn
Join Marly at the Herring Center on Furman's campus for a talk on Feeding Birds and Growing Gardens: How Our Backyards Become Living Ecosystems. This event is free to attend and does not require reservation. Bring a friend and your lunch!
October 3rd 8:00am-9:00am 1st Saturday Bird Walk
Join the Urban Birding Supply team for our monthly birding walk. Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned birder, this walk is a great way to connect with fellow bird lovers, share tips, and spot some awesome feathered friends together. Grab your binoculars (or just your eyes) and get ready for some fun birding!
Location TBD Attendees will receive an email 5-7 days prior to the event with location details from admin@urbanbirdingsupply.com
October 17th 10:00am - 3:00pm Fall Festival & Plant Sale @ The Kilgore-Lewis House
Bring the whole family for educational talks, food, activities, vendors, plants and historic scarecrows throughout the gardens. The house will also be open for tours. We're looking forward to the goats!
October 29th 5pm - 8:30pm Bat Count @ Sunrift Outfitters
This will be our first year with a table at the annual bat count. Sunrift Outfitters maintains several bat houses around the north and east sides of their building. Last year we counted 253 bats exiting a single house! There will be local rehabbers with educational birds, informative talks, and fun for the whole family. Bring a folding chair and layers.
November 7th 8:00am-9:00am 1st Saturday Bird Walk
Join the Urban Birding Supply team for our monthly birding walk. Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned birder, this walk is a great way to connect with fellow bird lovers, share tips, and spot some awesome feathered friends together. Grab your binoculars (or just your eyes) and get ready for some fun birding!
Location TBD Attendees will receive an email 5-7 days prior to the event with location details from admin@urbanbirdingsupply.com
Happy Birding!
