Fort Pulaski's Red Knots, Horseshoe Crabs, and Shorebird Migration
Partner Event
July 29, 2026 @ 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM EDT
Savannah, GA
Are you interested in learning more about the shorebirds of Fort Pulaski?
Join Fort Pulaski National Monument staff for a special program titled "Red Knots, Horseshoe Crabs, and Shorebird Migration" on Wednesday July 29, 2026 at 1:00 PM in the Fort Pulaski National Monument Visitor Center.
Presented by local shorebird biologist Allie Hayser, this program will cover:
- how shorebirds use Cockspur Island's shorelines for stopover, nesting, and wintering
- how researchers collect and use shorebird data
- why horseshoe crabs are critical players in shorebird migration
- conservation efforts across Georgia's coasts
Get an inside look into Fort Pulaski's role in shorebird research and conservation!
Fee Information
Standard park entry fees apply. For more information, contact the Fort Pulaski National Monument Visitor Center at 912-219-4233 or email fopu_information@nps.gov
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