Both novice and experienced bird watchers are welcome. A loaner pair of binoculars may be available if requested. The leader will bring a spotting scope to allow you to view the birds under high magnification.
Both novice and experienced birders are welcome to join this tour to President Murray Park. The leader will point out the field marks used to identify each bird. You may request to borrow a pair of binoculars.
During spring and summer months from April through August over 100 species have been found at Forestry Farm Park. Some birds of interest include: Merlin, Spotted Sandpiper, Downy Woodpecker, Eastern Kingbird, Warbling Vireo, Black-billed Magpie, House Wren, Gray Catbird, Brown Thrasher, Clay-colored, Chipping and Song Sparrow,, Yellow Warbler and Common Yellowthroat. Additional migrating warblers may be seen in late May and late August / early September.
