Under the leadership of Lisa Schibley, coordinator of Manomet’s International Shorebird Survey, and Brian Vigorito from the South Shore Bird Club, investigate the perimeter of Ellisville marsh, tidal flats, barrier beach, and inlet, while spying on migrating and nesting birds in each habitat. Participants can expect educational birding information from Manomet staff, the South Shore Bird Club, and extensive knowledge about the area from Friends of Ellisville Marsh. Registration is required for this free event.
Registration closes on Friday, May 22 at 12 PM. Want to sign up after registration closes? Please email: events@wildlandstrust.org
Parking:
Park at Ellisville Harbor State Park, 1861 State Road, Plymouth, MA 02360. We will meet here and split into smaller groups before walking to Shifting Lots Preserve together.
What to Wear & Bring:
Binoculars
Sturdy, closed-toed shoes - waterproof if possible
Weather-appropriate clothing for outdoor activities
Water
Snack
Sunblock or sun protection
Bug repellent
Scope (optional)
What to Expect:
3 miles of stop-and-go hiking
Traversing uneven, varied, and wet terrain along the shore
Potential shallow water crossings along dirt roads
We will split into smaller groups with hike leaders
Restrictions:
All ages are welcome!
No pets
Limited to 50 participants
Rain Date:
Sunday, May 24, from 3:00 - 5:00 PM. Participants will be notified via email by the night of May 22 if there is a rain date change.
About Ellisville Marsh:
Ellisville Marsh hosts a rich diversity of bird species and has been designated by Mass Audubon as a Massachusetts Important Bird Area (IBA). Its adjacent beaches include nesting areas for threatened shorebirds such as Piping Plovers and Least Terns that are protected during the summer months. Early May is a great time to see migrating birds on their stopover to nesting grounds in the far north, and birds that nest around the marsh or on the barrier beach.
Outdoor programs are weather permitting. Cancellations and postponements due to weather will be announced online and registered attendees will be notified via email.
Questions? Please email: events@wildlandstrust.org