Prime Hook NWR field trip

Prime Hook NWR 11978 Turkle Pond Rd, Milton, DE, United States

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.

C&O Canal at Lander Rd

C&O Canal – Lander Rd Lander, MD, United States

Host: Frederick Bird Club Contact Kathy Calvert at 301-810-5677 or kathycalvert1@gmail.com for meeting time and location

Alpha Ridge Landfill

Alpha Ridge Landfill 2350 Marriottsville Rd, Marriottsville, MD, United States

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 […]

Eastern Shore Migrant Search

Nassawango Creek Preserve 3816 Old Furnace Road, Snow Hill, MD

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

Bird Walk on the Ma & Pa Trail

Ma and Pa Trail 864 Smith Lane, Fallston, MD, United States

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 […]

Irvine Nature Center

Irvine Nature Center 11210 Garrison Forest Road, Owings Mills, MD, United States

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 […]

Project Clean Stream clean-up day at Pelot Sanctuary

Pelot Sanctuary Drapers Mill Road, Greensboro, MD, United States

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/

Eastern Talbot Mills

MD MD, United States

Host: Talbot Bird Club Description: Early migrants. Carpool from Easton, Acme parking lot.

Monthly walk at Quiet Waters Park

Blue Heron Center, Quiet Waters Park 600 Quiet Waters Park Road, Annapolis, MD, United States

Host: Anne Arundel Bird Club Contact Elle McGee, emcgee705@gmail.com, 443-386-3433

Marshy Point Nature Center

Marshy Point Nature Center 7130 Marshy Point Rd, Baltimore, MD, United States

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 […]

Sharps at Waterford Farm

Sharp’s at Waterford Farm 4003 Jennings Chapel Rd, Brookeville, MD, United States

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 […]

Habitat Walk

Lake Roland Park 1000 Lakeside Drive, Baltimore, MD

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 […]

**Youth Birding**

Vollmer Center at Cylburn Arboretum 4915 Greenspring Avenue, Baltimore, MD

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 […]

Lake Roland

Lake Roland Park 1000 Lakeside Drive, Baltimore, MD

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 […]

First Wednesday Walks at Fort McHenry RESCHEDULED TO APRIL 13

Fort McHenry 2400 E Fort Ave, Baltimore, MD, United States

Host: Baltimore Bird Club. Leader: Mary Chetelat, 410-665-0769 (alternate contact Wendy Alexander, 443-204-3754). Description: Continuing survey of bird activity at the Fort. Binoculars required. Telescope can be useful for distance viewing. Canceled in bad weather and walk will be rescheduled to April 13. General grounds include paved Seawall Trail. A National Aquarium online release form […]

Antietam NB – Sherrick Farm Trail

Sherrick Farm Trail Keedysville, MD, United States

Host: Frederick Bird Club Contact Mike Spurrier, 240-446-0305, mspurrier819@gmail.com or Jeff Smith, 240-291-1892, jefsmith78@gmail.com for meeting time and location

Monthly walk at Governor Bridge Natural Area

Governor Bridge Natural Area 7600 block of Governor Bridge Road, Bowie, MD, United States

Host: Patuxent Bird Club & PGAS. Leader Bill Sefton (kiwisuits@msn.com). Description: Two-mile loop at natural area on the Patuxent River; fields, wet woods, brushy areas, wetlands, ponds. Natural surface trails may be wet; waterproof footwear advised. Leaders may require mask for unvaccinated people. Reservations not needed. Meet at 7:30 AM at the Natural Area parking […]

Car & Walking Tour of Patuxent North Tract

Patuxent Research Refuge – North Tract 230 Bald Eagle Dr, Laurel, MD 20724, Laurel, MD, United States

Host: Anne Arundel Bird Club Contact Alan Young, alanmyoung@gmail.com, 410-991-8300

Saturday Morning Monitoring Walk at Fort McHenry

Fort McHenry 2400 E Fort Ave, Baltimore, MD, United States

Host: Baltimore Bird Club. Leader: Wendy Alexander, 443-204-3754. Description: Continuing survey of bird activity at the Fort. Binoculars required. Telescope can be useful for distance viewing. Canceled in bad weather and walk will be rescheduled to April 23. General grounds include paved Seawall Trail. A National Aquarium online release form is now required to be […]

Workshop: From Forest Floor to the Treetops: A Video Introduction to Maryland Birds

Natural History Society of MD 6908 Belair Rd, Baltimore, MD, United States

Host: Baltimore Bird Club. Presenter: Marty Brazeau Description: Learn about the behavior, characteristics, and ecology of birds filmed in the Maryland area. You will discover birds found at different forest levels —ground floor, shrub layer, understory and canopy. We will also examine the human impact on birds and measures needed to reverse their decline. We […]