Host: Patuxent Bird Club & PGAS. Leader Bill Sefton (kiwisuits@msn.com). Description: Two-mile out-and-back walk at natural area on the Patuxent River; fields, wet woods, brushy areas. Trail is gravel and dirt and is mostly flat, no hills. Leader may require mask for unvaccinated people. Meet at 7:30 AM at east end of Lemon’s Bridge Road, […]
Host: Anne Arundel Bird Club Contact Alan Young, alanmyoung@gmail.com, 410-991-8300. Trip leader is Tim Carney, tcarn@menv.com, 410-340-1269.
Host: Anne Arundel Bird Club Contact Alan Young, alanmyoung@gmail.com, 410-991-8300
Host: Baltimore Bird Club. Leader: Sarah Luttrell Description: Expect to see a wide variety of migrating songbirds at Soldiers Delight Natural Environment Area in Owings Mills. Meet at the Overlook on Deer Park Rd. We will cover 1.5-2 miles of level but sometimes rocky terrain. Trails can be muddy if the weather has been wet.
Host: Baltimore Bird Club. Leader: Joe Corcoran, corcoran2921@gmail.com, or 667-231-6453. 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 […]
Host: Patuxent Bird Club & PGAS. Description: Two-mile walk around lake on paved path; wheelchair-accessible. Families welcome. Meet at parking area at corner of Berwyn Rd. and Ballew Ave. in Berwyn Heights. No reservations needed. Leader varies. Leader may require mask for unvaccinated people. For more information, see PGAS Meetup site at https://www.meetup.com/Prince-Georges-Audubon-Society/
Host: Frederick Bird Club Contact Kathy Calvert at 301-810-5677 or kathycalvert1@gmail.com for meeting time and location
Host: Howard County Bird Club Contact Joe Hanfman, auk1844@gmail.com, 410-772-8424. Description: Vesper sparrow, meadowlarks, kestrels and other open country birds expected. Rarities possible. Facilities at Alpha Ridge Park Reservations required. This trip is limited to five vehicles and vaccination and masks are required. Let the leader know if you are willing to have someone else […]
Host: Kent County Bird Club Contact: Walter Ellison & Nancy Martin, 410-778-9568, birdclub.kentcountymd@gmail.com Description: Spring birding for late waterfowl, herons, early shorebirds including avocets and stilts, and songbirds. Meet in the Dollar General parking lot, Chestertown at 8:00 AM. Bring lunch.
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 Refuge
Host: Harford Bird Club Leader is Susan Hood (410-937-7552; susanjhood@comcast.net). Description: Stroll a portion of this popular trail, walking from Annie’s Playground towards Tollgate Road in search of early migrants and local residents. The diverse habitats along the trail promise a good variety of species. Meet at the parking lot near Annie’s Playground on Smith […]
Host: Baltimore Bird Club. Leader: Brian Rollfinke, brollfinke@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: Caroline Bird Club Description: Wear proper clothing and work gloves and if you can, bring some trash bags. Sanctuary information and directions: https://birdersguidemddc.org/site/pelot-mos-sanctuary/
Host: Talbot Bird Club Description: Early migrants. Carpool from Easton, Acme parking lot.
Host: Anne Arundel Bird Club Contact Elle McGee, emcgee705@gmail.com, 443-386-3433
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 Leader Required. Trip limited to 10 participants. Be Prepared: Masks and […]
Host: Howard County Bird Club Leader – Wes and Sue Earp Description: Moderate walking over crop stubble, farm roads and paths on this working farm. Fields with crop residue, extensive woodlands, Cattail Creek and floodplain, three ponds and five shallow waterfowl impoundments make for diverse habitats and good birding opportunities. Port-a-pots available. Knee-high waterproof footwear […]
Host: Baltimore Bird Club. Leader: Peter Lev, plev@comcast.net or 410-952-9426. Description: The southwest corner of Lake Roland park is a mix of pine forest and serpentine barrens. The barrens (meadows) are a globally rare ecosystem because specialized plants thrive in the rocky, metallic soil. Join Peter Lev to explore the birds, plants and butterflies of […]
Host: Baltimore Bird Club. Leader: Daisy Sudano, dsudanotrainings@yahoo.com, 410-426-7627. Description: “Song Birds & Daffodils” will be this month’s theme. These walks are designed to encourage the appreciation of birds and bird habitat conservation to minors through mentorship and education. They will change monthly and may include youth-oriented education programs, youth birding trips, and competitions. Please […]
Host: Baltimore Bird Club. Leader: John Landers, dado1bw@aol.com, 410-292-9549. 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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