Our thirteenth annual NCAS Campout will be held at Pearrygin Lake State Park group camp this year, assuming it continues to be permitted by Washington State Parks. The NCAS Board has decided that, at this time, we will be not organizing formal field trips for the campout this year because of COVID. However, attendees will be allowed to organize informal field trips and there will be people at the camp out who can advise new attendees on good places to bird. Camping in the group camp will be restricted to no more than 30 people (NCAS members prioritized) and social distancing will be practiced. Reservations are required, but are subject to cancellation due to the changing situation with COVID. Assuming we can proceed with the campout, here is some additional information. There is plenty of room for people with tents. Vans or small pickup toppers are allowed in the parking area. RVs and trailers are not allowed, however reservations may be available in the Pearrygin Lake State Park Campground. Picnic tables and grates are available for cooking (bring your own food) and water and a toilet are on site. A swimming area is also on site to enjoy after a warm day of birding. Showers and full-service bathrooms can be accessed 1 ½ miles away in the main campground. Reservations can also be made for lodging in the Winthrop area for those not wanting to camp. Of course the primary focus of the campout is birds. There will be time for lounging and enjoying the sunny and clear weather and for visiting. In past years people have brought their musical instruments and we’ve had a sing-along on one of the evenings. Other entertainment is also appreciated! Cost is $10/night for each party. If you have any questions and to register please email or call Steven Harper at sharper@northcascadesaudubon.org or 360-650-9065.

(subject to cancellation and modification due to COVID-19)