Conservation Organizations offer series of birding walks in the Midcoast Region

One of the joys of spring is the return of birds of all shapes, sizes and colors. Who doesn’t love stepping outside to a chorus of birdsong or catching a glimpse of bright red or yellow in the trees? The new warmth of spring and the longer days draws birds to make their spring migration. The window of time before the leaves come out provides a perfect opportunity to get a good look at our spring migrants. To help you identify and learn more about our local birds, several conservation groups collaborate each spring to offer the Birding Extravaganza!

All events are free and open to all. Advance registration is required. Visit the website for each organization for more information.

Spring Birding at Otter Brook

Saturday, May 14, 8:00-9:30am at Otter Brook Preserve

Click here for more information and to register.

Spring is a wonderful time for birding as the migrants return and males begin to sing in earnest, defending their territories and attracting mates. Join naturalist and birder Nat Wheelwright at Otter Brook Preserve to see how many birds you can identify using your eyes and ears. With practice, it is easy to learn to recognize different species and even something about the individual birds.

Nat Wheelwright, Bowdoin Biology Professor Emeritus, Harpswell resident, and co-author of The Naturalist’s Notebook, will lead this field trip. Please wear appropriate footwear for walking and bring binoculars, if you have (or can borrow) them.

Event capped at 15 participants. Advance registration is required. Organized by the Harpswell Heritage Land Trust.

Birding Extravaganza Events are co-sponsored by