Host: Baltimore Bird Club. Leader: Sam Tillman, sam.tillman@gmail.com, 443-844-5917. Description: We’ll explore two locations for winter waterfowl, early shorebirds, and spring songbirds. We’ll start with a walk along the first 1/2 mile of the NCR ending at a lookout over a small mud flat which can be good for shorebirds. After returning to the parking […]
Host: Montgomery Bird Club Leader Max Wilson, mercretas@hotmail.com Description: Explore the scrub habitat below the power lines cutting through Cabin John Regional Park. Spend the morning studying multiple sparrow species with the potential for an American Kestrel that overwintered in 2019. We will be walking the dirt road with a few moderate inclines. Email leader […]
Host: Baltimore Bird Club. Patterson Park Audubon Center – patterson.audubon.org. Description: Join Audubon to explore this urban oasis in southeast Baltimore. With more than 200 species on record, the park is full of surprises. For directions, contact Patterson Park Audubon Center. Participants must adhere to our COVID code of conduct and register in advance at […]
Host: Baltimore Bird Club. Leader: Alina Martin, alinacmartin@gmail.com. Description: Morning trip to see ducks, grebes, coots, and other water birds. We’ll also look for winter residents such as sparrows, and raptors. Trip canceled in snow, rain, or slippery conditions. RSVP to leader required. Trip limited to 10 participants. Masks and social distancing required.
Host: Montgomery Bird Club Leader Dave Powell, seneca.ranger@gmail.com Description: We’ll be looking for early warblers and lingering waterfowl as we head upstream for a several hour walk. Easy level walking. Start at the Pennyfield parking lot at 7 am. Reservations required with a limit of 6. Email the leader for reservation and more info.
Host: Baltimore Bird Club. Leader: John Landers, dado1bw@aol.com, 410-292-9549. Description: First in a series of weekly walks following the progress of spring migration in Lake Roland’s varied habitats. Meet at the Light Rail Parking Lot (Boardwalk entrance to the park). Check with leader if weather is extreme (rain, wind). Participants must sign a Covid-19 waiver. […]
Host: Baltimore Bird Club. Leader: Mary Chetelat, 410- 665-0769 (alternate contact Wendy Alexander, 443- 204-3754). Description: Continuing a series of surveys at the fort and wetland. Binoculars required. Telescope can be useful for distance viewing. *Due to Covid-19 all walks are currently pending, please look for announcements via BBC email or social media or contact […]
Host: YMOS Contact: George Radcliffe, radclifg@gmail.com, 410-463-1669 Description: Search for early migrants on the Eastern Shore: Nassawango Creek, Elliott Island Rd, Blackwater NWR
Host: Harford Bird Club Leader Dennis Kirkwood (newarkfarms@gmail.com or 410-692-5905) Description: Meet at 7:30 AM at the park located at 15 E. Wheel Road just opposite the side entrance to The Festival at Bel Air. Harford County’s newest park features a gravel loop trail with several side trails, a paved parking lot and portable toilets. […]
Host: Carroll County Bird Club Crystal Kunst will be leading this trip; you can reach Crystal at birdsonghiker@gmail.com Description: We will be birding at the former Wakefield Valley Golf Course on Fenby Farm Road in Westminster. This is a great place to bird most of the year; you can walk, bike ride, and fish in […]
Host: Montgomery Bird Club Leader Jim Nelson, kingfishers2@verizon.net or call 240-515-4517 (cell). Description: We will start at Hughes Hollow parking lot in the McKee-Beshers WMA at 7 a.m. We will explore the wetlands and fields of Hughes Hollow. Species to be expected include Red-headed Woodpeckers, Wood Ducks, Blue-winged Teal, and many other marsh dwellers. A […]
Host: Baltimore Bird Club. Leaders: Brent and Mary Byers, baypuffin@hotmail.com or 410-686-7294. Description: Easy half-day walk through varied habitats for feeder birds and other songbirds, raptors, and waterfowl. Half-mile trail leads to point overlooking Dundee Creek. All are welcome, including families. Telescopes useful. RSVP to leader required. Trip limited to 10 participants. Masks and Social Distancing May […]
Host: Baltimore Bird Club. Leader: Libby Errickson, elizabeth.errickson@gmail.com. Description: Irvine Nature Center is the only privately owned nature center of its kind in Baltimore County. This beautiful 200+ acre property features a variety of habitats, including woodlands, wetlands, and meadows. Participants will have a chance to see several different sparrow species foraging in the woodland […]
Host: Baltimore Bird Club. Leader: Peter Lev, plev@comcast.net or 410-952-9426 Description: Continuing series of weekly walks following the progress of spring migration in Lake Roland’s varied habitats. Meet at the Light Rail Parking Lot (Boardwalk entrance to the park). Check with leader if weather is extreme (rain, wind). Participants must sign a Covid-19 waiver. Masks and Social […]
Host: Harford Bird Club The leaders are Colleen Webster (cwebster@harford.edu or 410-459-4577), Eric Vangrin (evangrin@msn.com or 443-417-7219) and Sue Procell (procellmd@gmail.com or 443-417-4919). Description: Enjoy discovering the beauty of colorful spring wildflowers and the gorgeous spring plumage of migrant and resident bird species. Meet at 7:30 AM at the parking area at the confluence of […]
Host: Baltimore Bird Club. Patterson Park Audubon Center – patterson.audubon.org. Description: Join Audubon and the Maryland Zoo to explore this leafy city park. From forest to lake, a variety of bird species await. For information, contact Patterson Park Audubon Center. Participants must adhere to our COVID code of conduct and register in advance at our […]
Host: Baltimore Bird Club. Leader: Wendy Alexander, 443-204-3754. Description: Continuing a series of surveys of bird activity at the Fort and wetland. Binoculars required. Telescope can be useful for distance viewing. *Due to Covid-19 all walks are currently pending, please look for announcements via BBC email or social media or contact walk leader for updates. […]
Host: Kent County Bird Club If you have questions, please contact the trip leaders, Walter Ellison and Nancy Martin, 410-778-9568, birdclub.kentcountymd@gmail.com or borealdee@gmail.com Description: Spring birding for late waterfowl, raptors, sparrows and the occasional surprise. Full day, bring lunch. Meet at the “Dollar General” parking lot (off Philosopher’s Terrace) in Chestertown.
Host: Baltimore Bird Club. Leader: Peter Lev, plev@comcast.net or 410-952-9426. Description: Waterfowl, herons, raptors, songbirds—anything could turn up in North Point’s varied habitats. Wear boots, trails may be muddy. Trip limited to 8 participants. RSVP Leader required. Masks and social distancing may be required.
Host: Baltimore Bird Club. Leader: Mary Chetelat, 410- 665-0769. Description: Continuing series of weekly walks following the progress of spring migration in Lake Roland’s varied habitats. Meet at the Light Rail Parking Lot (Boardwalk entrance to the park). Check with leader if weather is extreme (rain, wind). Participants must sign a Covid-19 waiver. Masks and […]
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