Bates Birdwatching: Exploring Wissahickon Valley Park

Wissahickon Valley Park , Cedar House near the Northwestern Ave entrance
200 W Northwestern Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19118
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Calling all Bobcat bird-watching enthusiasts! We invite you to join alumni, parents, and friends for a stroll through the moderate Wissahickon Valley Park trails with bird photographer Troy Bynum.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn about different birds and to connect with other members of the Bates community. Register today, as space is limited. All ages are welcome. For questions about accessibility, please contact alumni@bates.edu

About the tour guide: Troy Bynum

Troy Bynum is a hobby naturalist and committed wildlife photographer local to the Philadelphia area. He finds joy in drawing attention to the beauty of the natural world around us with a keen skill of discovering amazing wildlife in more urban settings.

Growing up, Troy was always interested in nature, but in late 2019 he developed a passion for wildlife as well. He now enjoys the challenges of documenting different species in their natural habitat without disturbing the wildlife. Troy’s also motivated and inspired by his daughter, Leia who also shares an interest in nature and a passion for learning. Together, they go on adventures exploring nature and learning more about the animals around us.

In the future, Troy hopes to travel internationally with the specific intentions of documenting wildlife species around the world.

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