Weekend Trip to Downeast Maine
Friday, June 20 to Monday, June 23

We will take a boat to Machias Seal Island for Atlantic Puffin, Razorbill, Common Murre, and Arctic Tern, and explore scenic Washington County, Maine for northern species including Spruce Grouse, Black-backed Woodpecker, Gray Jay, Boreal Chickadee, Nelson's Sharp-tailed Sparrow, and nesting warblers and thrushes. These birds have become increasingly difficult to locate, so we will arrange for a local guide to help us find these northern specialties. Cost is subject to change but is about $80 and an additional charge for the guide. Trip is limited to 14 people. Reservations are required by April 15, 2008. For more information about the trip, its cost, and making your own transportation and motel reservations, contact:

Ida Giriunas
83 Summer Avenue
Reading, MA 01867
781-944-5135
ida8@verizon.net

11th Annual Weekend Trip to the Rangeley Lakes Region, Maine.
Thursday, July 3 to Sunday, July 6

Come explore the rich diversity of the lakes and mountains of Western Maine. This trip will concentrate on Maine's boreal specialties including Spruce Grouse, Black-backed Woodpecker, Olive-sided and Yellow-bellied Flycatcher, Gray Jay, Boreal Chickadee and Bicknell's Thrush. Participants can expect to do some canoeing and moderate hiking which will include an optional trek up Saddleback Mountain. Time will also be taken to observe and enjoy the flora and fauna along the way. The July 4th fireworks display over Rangeley Lake will be an added bonus! This year's trip also offers an optional trip annex to Claybrook Mountain Lodge and the Carrabassett Valley on July 1st and 2nd. Limited participation. Reservations for the Claybrook extension are required by May 25, 2008. Please contact the leader for more information about the trip, its cost, and reservations.

Eddie Giles
East Bridgewater
508-378-3370
emgiles@verizon.net

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