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  • This place is a gem (in my post it will be referred to as HBVP). I did my research before visiting my parents in Las Vegas last Christmas, and put HBVP at the top of my to-do list. As a novice birder from Illinois, I was hoping to see lots of western avifauna and was not disappointed. I got 14 life birds at HBVP; that's 14 species that I have never before seen in my life. It was very exciting. The layout of the park makes leisurely strolling the way to experience everything. There were many large pools, with plenty of vegetation along the edges, as well as spans of scrubby desert. A spotting scope would be ideal but we didn't have one and it didn't really take away from the experience at all. Some have complained about the hours of operation of HBVP, but I don't understand their complaints. It's a bird viewing preserve...not only are birds more active in the earlier parts of the day, but closing it for long stretches allows the birds to not be observed and relax a little bit with no humans around. It's a fine policy and I support it 100%. I was fortunate enough to find ecologist Jim Boone online, who runs a hiking and birding guide service. Him and his wife accompanied me and my brother on the trip and really were the "X factor" that made the trip truly memorable. Jim was very familiar with the park and the staff, and of course with the birds and other wildlife. I even got a lesson on Nevadan geology when I asked Jim about the surrounding mountains. You should really not hesitate to use his services if you visit Las Vegas. Like a previous poster noted, I'd give HBVP 10 stars if I could! It's worth the short drive out of Vegas, and along with Red Rock Canyon, is among the most delightful natural experiences you'll have in the southwest.
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