16 Jan English Bird Club: Wintering Birds in the Jerusalem Hills
Seedeaters, thrushes, and quiet winter hills
Event Details
Date: Friday, January 16, 2026
Time: 7:00–10:00
Location: Ya’ar HaHamisah, near Kibbutz Ma’ale HaHamisah
Full meeting-point details and guide contact info will be sent after registration.
We’ll explore the hills and fields near Kibbutz Ma’ale HaHamisah and search for seedeaters, thrushes, and other birds that spend the winter in this beautiful area.
Easy walk (1–2 km).
No experience necessary. Guiding in English.
Cost:
Free for English Bird Club members
SPNI Members: 70 NIS per walk
Non-Members: 90 NIS per walk
Contact Info:
📞 Phone: 0523-869488
📧 Email: alenk@spni.org.il
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