(MD) (Nature Forward)
The wetland habitats of Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge are a premier birding destination on Maryland’s Eastern Shore near Cambridge. Waterfowl are the signature birds of the Refuge—and the best viewing months are November through February. Wintering species include Tundra Swans, Canada and Snow Geese, and more than 20 species of ducks. Bald Eagles are abundant here and the refuge’s woodlands harbor owls, towhees, woodpeckers, nuthatches, woodcock, and turkeys year-round. Our birding day will begin at 9 am along the Choptank River waterfront in Cambridge, before moving on to the Refuge for explorations along the Refuge’s Wildlife Drive. The leader is likely to stay out until darkness falls depending on the weather and the interests of the group. Limited to 10 participants. NOTE: There will be times when participants will be asked to consolidate into fewer cars to provide for safe and productive stops along the Wildlife Drive.