Here are the Harford Bird Club field trips for the next few weeks. If you would like further information about a particular field trip, please contact Tom Gibson.

Saturday, May 11 -- Statewide May Count - Help Harford County contribute to this important data collection day and monitor migration throughout our locale. Contact the coordinator, Rick Cheicante for assignments.

Saturday, May 18 -- Anita Leight Estuary Center - Spend a leisurely morning observing the spring migration from the grounds of the center. You may remain in one spot for the duration of this event, wander in the vicinity of the building, or stroll the nearby trail. The facility will provide chairs. You my want to bring some food and a drink. Meet leader Phil Powers at the Estuary Center at 7:30 AM.

Sunday, May 19. 3-5 PM -- Bluebird Trail Monitoring at Harford Glen for Youth - The boxes at the Glen are full of Eastern Bluebird, Tree Swallow, Tufted Titmouse, and Carolina Chickadee nests. Join Ruth as she monitors the boxes to collect data. We’ll pause as we walk and watch the other resident and migrating birds in the surrounding wetlands and meadows. Contact Ruth Bergstrom to RSVP or if you have questions. Ages 8-15 are invited and must be accompanied by a parent or adult. Binoculars are available for loan.

May 24, 25, 26 -- MOS State Convention - Hosted by the Harford Bird Club. If you have never attended a conference before, this is a great opportunity to meet and bird with folks from across the State. We have a great variety of field trips planned and the keynote speaker is our own David Ziolkowski, Jr. All important information and registration material can be found on the MOS website. Hope to see you there.

Monday, May 27 -- Upper Deer Creek Valley - Use the morning of this Memorial Day to visit rural NW Harford County with its avian-friendly waterways and its World Famous Bradenbaugh Flats. Expect to see warblers, Horned Larks, Grasshopper Sparrows, and Willow Flycatchers. Meet at the northern end of Madonna Road where it crosses Deer Creek at Hidden Valley at 7: 00 AM. Leader is Dennis Kirkwood.

Saturday, June 8 -- Havre de Grace kayaking for birds - Ply the waters from [Tydings Park or the end of Congress Avenue] in the River City using these popular watercraft to maneuver for better views of water fowl, shorebirds, and other birds. Meet leaders Sue Procell and Colleen Webster at 8:00 AM at the park. Contact Colleen for more details and reservations. Birders wishing to rent a kayak should contact Old Town Parasail (410-688-2397) in advance of the trip to make arrangements. In addition to Old Town Parasail, who has only a limited number available, rentals are also available at Havre de Grace Marine Center, on Water Street.

Tuesday, June 18 -- Jerusalem Mill - Visit this appealing stretch of the Little Gunpowder River marking Harford's western border. Meet at the Mill on Jerusalem Road (not far west of Rt. 152) at 7:30 AM. The leader is Phil Powers (birdsinmd@verizon.net ).

Saturday, June 22 -- Anita Leight Center - Enjoy a pontoon boat cruise on the waters adjoining the Anita Leight Estuary Center on the Bush River seeking the abundant birdlife and other wildlife of the area. Meet the leader Phil Powers at the Center at 7:45 AM. The cruise will start at 8:00 AM and end at approximately 10:30 AM. The cost is $6.00 per person with a trip limit of 15. Advance reservations required. Contact Phil Powers directly (birdsinmd@verison.net ). Please do not call the Anita Leight Estuary Center.

Saturday, August 10. 8 AM -- Hummingbird Banding for Youth - Watch as Ruby-throated Hummingbirds are trapped and banded by expert banders Les Eastman and Bruce Peterjohn. You might even be able to release one! Contact Ruth Bergstrom to RSVP or if you have questions. Ages 8-15 are invited and must be accompanied by a parent or adult. Binoculars are available for loan.

Field trip schedule compiled by Tom Gibson and Lynn Davis

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