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May '08

June '08

ECOC, Newburyport Birders & Brookline Bird Club Walks

Sunday, May 4

Manchester Early Migrant Walk. Evening.
This trip will be about 3 hours long and will visit two sites, with moderate walking on forest trails. The terrain may be uneven, with possible muddy areas. We will witness the evening flight of herons and egrets as they go to roost for the evening on Kettle Island. Meeting Place: School Street at the Manchester/Essex Conservation Trust Property. This is just north of Exit 15 (Route 128) on School Street heading toward Essex. 5:00 p.m.
Susan Hedman 978-281-1121
winterwren2@verizon.net
and John Nelson
jnelson@northshore.edu 

Wednesday, May 7

Marblehead Neck Wildlife Sanctuary. Morning.
Meeting Place: Sanctuary parking lot at the end of Risley Road, Marblehead. 7:00 a.m.
Joe Paluzzi 978-744-3440
bank1941@comcast.net

Sunday, May 11

Eastern Point, Gloucester on foot. Morning.
We will take an easy but long (4 hour) walk on the roads and grassy footpaths of this traditional warbler hot-spot. Meeting Place: Parking lot at the small stone church on Farrington Road, Gloucester. This is just past Niles Beach parking area and the entrance to Eastern Point. 6:45 a.m.
Susan Hedman 978-281-1121
winterwren2@verizon.net
and John Nelson
jnelson@northshore.edu

Monday, May 12

Marblehead Neck Wildlife Sanctuary. Morning.
Meeting Place: Sanctuary parking lot at the end of Risley Road, Marblehead. 7:00 a.m.
Joe Paluzzi 978-744-3440
bank1941@comcast.net

Sunday, May 18

Sunday Morning with the Birds, 8:00 am to 10:00 am
Meeting location: Parker River National Wildlife Refuge ~ Parking Lot #1

Register by calling the PRNWR Headquarters at 978-465-5753.
Please register early – limited enrollment.

Accompany Sue McGrath, for a guided bird walk exploring the Refuge's varied habitats. We'll see many species of birds and enjoy the hues of the saltmarsh. Interpretive materials are provided. All skill levels are welcome including children age 8 and older accompanied by an adult. Wear sturdy, walking shoes.

Tuesday, June 3

Crane Beach, Ipswich. Evening.
This two mile walk in the sand is aimed at nesting Piping Plovers and Least Terns, as well as evening singers, including Whip-poor-wills. Be prepared for mosquitoes at sunset. Co-sponsored by the Essex County Ornithological Club. Meeting Place: Outside the gate at the Crane Beach parking lot at the end of Argilla Road. 6:15 p.m.
Jim Berry 978-356-5505
jim.berry3@verizon.net
and John Nelson 978-283-6128
jnelson@northshore.edu

Saturday, June 7

Saturday Evening Birding, 6:30 pm to sunset
Meeting location: Parker River National Wildlife Refuge ~ Parking Lot #1

Register by calling the PRNWR Headquarters at 978-465-5753.
Please register early – limited enrollment.

Join Sue McGrath, for a guided bird walk exploring this Important Bird Area. We'll discuss the birds and see a variety of birds that nest on the Refuge. Interpretive materials are provided. Families with children age 8 and older are welcome.