Lake Murray Loon Tour

duration: 3 Hours
meeting_point: Jake’s Landing Marina - 220 Jakes Landing Rd, Lexington SC 29072
group_size: Maximum 6 people
description: Did you know the Southeast is home to many different waterfowl species that come in all shapes & sizes? Unique birds like American Coots, Lesser Scaup, Common Loons, and Pied-billed Grebes all make Lake Murray their winter home to escape the frigid Northern waters during the winter months. The month of March is typically when Waterfowl Migration is underway & we'll be exploring the lake in search of the ""Odd Duck."" Aside from waterfowl, we could also see Bald Eagles, Bonaparte's Gulls, Red-breasted Mergansers, and many other Snow Birds that call Lake Murray home.
what_is_included: - Instant Confirmation
- Water
- Charter Captain
- Knowledgeable guide
what_is_not_included: - Binoculars
itinerary: We will meet you in the Boathouse of Jake's Landing Marina (little blue building) promptly at 9:30am and we’ll begin our tour at 10am. From there we will cruise out to the island with a few special stops to observe any birds & wildlife we come across. We will arrive back at the dock around 1pm.
highlights: Birdwatching on Lake Murray isn't an uncommon practice, but the time we'll be going is during waterfowl migration where a lot of species are using Lake Murray as a stopover site, including Common Loons. We'll be cruising around the lake in search for Loons & other waterfowl as part of an exploration to better understand the birds that use Lake Murray in the late winter.
check_in_details: When you pull in to Jake's Landing Marina, you'll drive past a big warehouse and you'll see a tiny blue building. That's where Captain Zach will be to greet you & check you in.
what_to_bring: - Binoculars
- Warm Clothes
special_requirements: Children must be accompanied by an adult.