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This walk will be similar in spirit to our slow birding/nature walk on May 13th, but we can expect changes in both the bird species encountered and nesting cycle behaviors. We’ll stop and listen, practice observation without binoculars, and watch for interesting bird behavior. Suitable for beginning birders. We won’t ignore any of the emerging wildflowers, insects, or any other signs of spring. The appearance of trees and selection of wildflower species will remind us of how quickly the spring season is advancing. |
SLOW BIRDING WALK
MASS CENTRAL RAIL TRAIL MILES ROAD, RUTLAND Tuesday May 26th 8 a.m. – late morning Leader: Ted Purcell 
For more information:
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BIRD-BANDING:
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Please join us for an informative presentation about bird-banding. In a nutshell, it consists of capturing, measuring, and marking wild birds. Many people have heard of this widespread monitoring technique, but few get to experience it. Christian will cover the history of the practice, how it’s done today in a worldwide collaborative effort, and what banding tells us about our feathered friends’ futures.
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Christian Fezatte has experience as a Wildlife Education Steward for the state of New Hampshire and has volunteered as an assistant on bird-banding projects. He lives in Bedford, NH with his wife and pets and enjoys snowboarding and photography in his spare time. |
BIRDING AND NATURE WALK
NEW BRAINTREE AREA
** New time/date TBD **
NEW BRAINTREE AREA
** New time/date TBD **
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Conditions underfoot, wind level, and current bird reports will determine the location of this walk. We may explore Winimusset WMA’s hedgerows and marsh edges, which attract over-wintering sparrows. The open fields and marsh here host various raptors and winter passerines. A nearby section of the Mass Central Rail Trail along the Ware River is another option. The rail trail is forested and more sheltered from wind, and it affords access to the river’s edge. If we are able to venture off-trail, we’ll look for animal tracks and sign.
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We’ll cancel or postpone in the event of inclement weather. Please pre-register for meet-up location and more details: [email protected] |