Paskamansett Field Trips 2007-2008 Beginners and newcomers are welcome and encouraged to attend our walks. The people who lead our walks are seasoned veterans and are happy to share their knowledge to aid you in identifying the birds that inhabit our local wilds. * (All people wishing to attend our walks should pre-register with the leader at least a couple of days prior to the walk for meeting place and other instructions.)* All walks are subject to cancellation due to inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances. Pre- registrants will be notified if a walk is cancelled. Click here for a PDF version with a little more info

Saturday, May 10th Mount Auburn Cemetery Leader: John Macedo 1-508-993-3292 One of the best locations for spring migrants. Call John for time & meeting place.

Sunday, May 11th Mother’s Day Walk at Blisscapes Leader: Bill Gil 1-508-636-6535 751 Potomska Road, S. Dartmouth Bill’s back yard is a magnet for migrants. Call for meeting time.

Monday, May 12th 7:00 am Rattlesnake Brook Leaders Bill Gil A fantastic woodland with scenic views. This property is one of the few places in our area to view Worm-eating Warblers. Depending on weather conditions this walk can be strenuous. Sure footing is required. Call Bill for meeting place.

Thursday, May 15th 6:00 pm Warblers After Work Leader: Mike Boucher 1-508-990-3910 Join us as we continue our neck stretching exercises. Call Mike for meeting place.

Saturday, May 17th 8:00am J.T. Bird & Wildflower Count Leader: Ruth Edwards Pinecrest Christmas Tree Farm Across from 295 Pinehill Road, Westport Another club tradition. A great walk for all. No need to register ahead for this walk. Ruth will be waiting for you.

Sunday, May 18th Swan Point Cemetery Leader: Richard Couse Join Rich as we continue our search for spring migrants. Call for meeting time and place.

Saturday, May 24th Crane Wildlife Refuge Leader: Richard Couse Join Rich as we search for Grasshopper Sparrows and the locally missed call of the Bobwhite. Call Rich for meeting time and place.

Monday, May 26th 7:00 am King Farm Ramble Leader: Mike Boucher Join Mike as we travel through woods and fields as we search for local nesting birds. Call Mike for meeting place.

Saturday, June 7th 7:30 am Annual Meeting, Breakfast & Birdwalk Coordinator: Dave & Edna Thoen 774-488-0730 Held at Pinecrest Christmas Tree Farm which is across from 295 Pine Hill Road, Westport. In case of inclement weather it will be held at the Friends Meeting House on Horseneck Road.

Sunday, June 8th Grassland Bird Walk Leader: Fred Thurber 1-508-636-3954 A productive walk for seldom seen birds. Call Fred for meeting time & place.

Sunday, June 15th 7:00 am Eastover Farm, Rochester Leader: Bill Gil 1-508-636-6535 Join us as we bird this new property recently purchased by the Trustees of the Reservation. A diverse habitat with many nesting species. Call Bill for meeting place.

Sunday, June 22nd Whip-poor-will Walk Leader: Mike Labossiere 1-508-758-4460 Contact Mike for time ( early evening ) & meeting place.

Sunday, August 10th Shorebird Walk Leader: Mike Boucher 1-508-990-3910 Travel to Sconticut Neck to view shorebirds & terns. Call Mike for time & meeting place. Be sure to wear shoes that can get wet.