North and South View Parks

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HABITAT:	Two municipal parks above intertidal mud flats and shallow bay.
BIRDING:	Exceptionally large concentration of Ospreys arrives in spring to nest on offshore pilings, along w/ Purple Martins nesting in boxes on southern pilings. Many Jetty Island summer species forage in the bay. Fall and winter species include Red-necked Grebe, American Wigeon, Brant, Gadwall, Northern Pintail, Red-breasted Merganser, Bufflehead, and Mew Gull. Bald Eagles and Merlins are year-round residents.
VIEWING:	Walk paved trail through both parks. Birding is best at low and incoming tides.
ACCESS:	From I-5 Northbound, take exit 195 (Marine View Dr/Port of Everett). Turn left (west) onto E. Marine View Dr. Drive 3 miles. Turn right into parking areas.

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