Granite Reef Recreation Area lies along the Bush Highway, northeast of Mesa. Many different species of ducks, warblers, sparrows, shorebirds, and more can be found along the Salt River. Probable sightings include Gadwall, Bufflehead, Great Blue Heron, Killdeer, Lesser Goldfinch, Ruby-crowned Kinglet, Bald Eagle, Yellow-rumped Warbler, and Ladder-backed Woodpecker. Meet at the Granite Reef Recreation Area parking lot, left off the Bush Highway three miles past the Power Road exit.
Time: 6 A.M. to 10 A.M.
Difficulty: 3 (Some moderate terrain, several miles of walking)
Leader: Jacob Bagley