Birding at Burden
A guided birding experience for beginner and advance bird enthusiasts to spread their wings
LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens 4560 Essen Lane, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70809
Mark Olsen
If you're lucky, you might spot a Northern Mockingbird on a bird walk at Burden.
It's no secret that Louisiana is aflocked with an enormous variety of birds. At LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens at Burden alone, over 320 species have been recorded—from the meager mockingbird to the wondrous woodpecker. Once a month, Burden invites the bird-experts and bird-curious alike to participate in two-hour guided bird walks. Participants are encouraged to bring binoculars, a cell phone, birding apps and/or Field Guides, sunscreen, insect repellant, appropriate outdoor footwear, weather-appropriate clothing, and water. 7 am–9 am. $10. lsu.edu/botanic-gardens.