AUG 16 (Sat) 7:00/9:30 a.m. DELAWARE BAY Meet at Nursery Road Park & Ride 7:00 am OR Bombay Hook visitor center lot 9:30 am. Bring lunch. For herons, wide variety of migrating shorebirds including avocets. Be prepared for heat and biting insects. Minimal walking involved. Telescopes useful. Leader: Pete Webb, (410) 486-1217, or
AUG 20 (Wed) 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. EVENING WALKS AT FORT McHENRY Cancelled in rain, snow, sleet, fog, etc. Leader: Jim Peters, (410) 429-0966.
AUG 26 (Tue) 8:30 a.m. LAKE ROLAND (ROBERT E. LEE PARK). First in a series of weekly walks to follow the progress of Fall Migration. Habitats include woods, lake, streams and marsh. This park has an impressive bird list, including songbirds, herons, shorebirds and raptors. Leader: Patsy Perlman (410) 466-3998 or
AUG 27 (Wed) 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. EVENING WALKS AT FORT McHENRY Automatically cancelled in rain, fog, etc. Park on Wallace Street. Leader: Jim Peters, (410) 429-0966.
AUG 31 (Sun) 8:30 a.m. CYLBURN SELF-GUIDED WALK. First in a series of casual fall walks. Meet at the Mansion's front porch on Sunday mornings for easy birding in Cylburn's gardens and urban forest. Beginning Birders Welcome. Expect to find a variety of migrant and resident birds. No designated leader. Coordinator: Joe Lewandowski, (410) 358-7834 or AUGUST 2008.
*Directions to Nursery Road/Hammonds Ferry Road Park & Ride. Take I-695 Beltway exit 8, (not exit 8A which goes to the tunnel). From outer loop (southbound), ramp leads to parking lot across Hammonds Ferry Road. From inner loop (northbound), follow ramp right onto Fairview, turn right on Nursery Road, right on Hammonds Ferry Road, then left at next light into Park & Ride lot.
*Directions to Bombay Hook NWR, Delaware Visitor Center. From Bay Bridge follow Rt 301 north about 34 miles. Turn right at Rt 300. Travel 19 miles to Kenton, DE. Turn right at Rt 42, go 8 miles to Leipsic. Left onto Rt 9, go 1.5 miles to inconspicuous Bombay Hook marker on right. Turn right, go to Visitor Center lot at end. Drive time from Bay Bridge about 1.5 hours.
*Directions to Fort McHenry. From I-95, take Hanover Street exit 55, McComas St (last exit before tunnel eastbound, first after tunnel westbound), north on Key Hwy which turns west, first left Lawrence St, left onto Fort Ave, continue east to gate into Fort McHenry. From the JFX, I-83, south to St Paul St exit, south on St Paul becomes Light St, then left (east) onto Fort Avenue, continue to end as above. Park on Wallace St (left just before the gate). Meet at the main gate.
*Directions to Lake Roland. From Baltimore Beltway I-695 take Jones Falls Expressway I-83 south to Northern Parkway exit, and go east (left) to next light, Falls Road. On Falls Road turn left (north). Immediately after third light (Lake Avenue), turn immediate right (before Falls Road bridge), then curve left and right again (avoid Light Rail entrance) and go .5 mile to the dam. Park and walk to footbridge.
*Directions to Fort McHenry. From I-95, take Hanover Street exit 55, McComas St (last exit before tunnel eastbound, first after tunnel westbound), north on Key Hwy which turns west, first left Lawrence St, left onto Fort Ave, continue east to gate into Fort McHenry. From the JFX, I-83, south to St Paul St exit, south on St Paul becomes Light St, then left (east) onto Fort Avenue, continue to end as above. Park on Wallace St (left just before the gate). Meet at the main gate. Meet at the main gate.
*Directions to Cylburn. From I-695 Baltimore Beltway, go south on I-83 Jones Falls Expressway. Take Northern Pkwy exit west (right). Move to left lane and turn left onto Cylburn Ave, left (south) onto Greenspring Ave; turn left again almost immediately at stone gate; follow drive to circle in front of mansion, 4915 Greenspring Ave. If access is blocked by construction, return to Greenspring Ave and turn right (north), then right on Cylburn Dr and right again on new driveway up the hill to the back of the grounds, parking is on left, walk towards and around the main, big mansion house to the front porch.
SEPTEMBER 2008.
SEP 2 (Tue) 8:30 a.m. LAKE ROLAND (ROBERT E. LEE PARK). One in a series of weekly walks to follow the progress of Fall Migration. Habitats include woods, lake, streams and marsh. This park has an impressive bird list, including songbirds, herons, shorebirds and raptors. Leader: Joan Cwi, (410) 467-5352 or
*Directions to Lake Roland. From Baltimore Beltway I-695 take Jones Falls Expressway I-83 south to Northern Parkway exit, and go east (left) to next light, Falls Road. On Falls Road turn left (north). Immediately after third light (Lake Avenue), turn immediate right (before Falls Road bridge), then curve left and right again (avoid Light Rail entrance) and go .5 mile to the dam. Park and walk to footbridge.
SEP 2 (Tue) 7:30 p.m. TUESDAY EVENING LECTURE AT CYLBURN. First in a series of monthly feature presentations and slide shows on the first Tuesday of each month except 2nd Tuesday in November (to make room for Election Day) and 2nd Sunday dinner in January. Tonight: "The Path Taken By An Avian Researcher". Dr Kim Derrickson, Professor of Biology at Loyola College, talks about doing bird research on Wood Thrushes in Maryland, Dusky Antbirds in the Neotropics, and other fascinating bird subjects. Doors open at 7:30 pm for socializing and snacks, show starts about 7:45 or 8:00 p.m.
*Directions to Cylburn. From I-695 Baltimore Beltway, go south on I-83 Jones Falls Expressway. Take Northern Pkwy exit west (right). Move to left lane and turn left onto Cylburn Ave, left (south) onto Greenspring Ave; turn left again almost immediately at stone gate; follow drive to circle in front of mansion, 4915 Greenspring Ave. If access is blocked by construction, return to Greenspring Ave and turn right (north), then right on Cylburn Dr and right again on new driveway up the hill to the back of the grounds, parking is on left, walk towards and around the main, big mansion house to the front porch.
SEP 3 (Wed) 8:00 a.m. FIRST WEDNESDAYS AT FORT McHENRY Monthly survey of bird activity at the wetland. Telescope can be useful. Automatically cancelled in bad weather (rain, sleet, snow, fog, etc.). Leader: Mary Chetelat, (410) 665-0769.
*Directions to Fort McHenry. From I-95, take Hanover Street exit 55, McComas St (last exit before tunnel eastbound, first after tunnel westbound), north on Key Hwy which turns west, first left Lawrence St, left onto Fort Ave, continue east to gate into Fort McHenry. From the JFX, I-83, south to St Paul St exit, south on St Paul becomes Light St, then left (east) onto Fort Avenue, continue to end as above. Park in the Visitor Center Parking Lot. Meet outside the Visitor Center.
SEP 3 (Wed) 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. EVENING WALKS AT FORT McHENRY Automatically cancelled in rain, fog, etc. Park on Wallace Street.
*Directions to Fort McHenry. From I-95, take Hanover Street exit 55, McComas St (last exit before tunnel eastbound, first after tunnel westbound), north on Key Hwy which turns west, first left Lawrence St, left onto Fort Ave, continue east to gate into Fort McHenry. From the JFX, I-83, south to St Paul St exit, south on St Paul becomes Light St, then left (east) onto Fort Avenue, continue to end as above. Park on Wallace St (left just before the gate). Meet at the main gate. Meet at the main gate. Leader: Jim Peters, (410) 429-0966.
SEP 6 (Sat) 8:00 a.m. CROMWELL VALLEY PARK.Diverse habitat that includes stream, woods and fields. Expect to see a variety of resident and migrant birds. Leader: Kevin Graff, (410) 557-2456 or
*Directions to Cromwell Valley Park Walks. From the Baltimore Beltway (I-695) take Exit 29A Cromwell Bridge Road. Turn north (away from the city) onto Cromwell Bridge Road. At 1.4 miles, turn left at the "Willow Grove Farm Entrance." Follow entrance road, then turn left after bridge and park in lot on left.
SEP 7 (Sun) 8:30 a.m. CYLBURN SELF-GUIDED WALK. Meet at Mansion's front porch on Sunday mornings for easy birding in Cylburn's gardens and urban forest. Beginning Birders Welcome. Expect to find a variety of migrant and resident birds. No designated leader. Coordinator: Joe Lewandowski, (410) 358-7834 or
*Directions to Cylburn. From I-695 Baltimore Beltway, go south on I-83 Jones Falls Expressway. Take Northern Pkwy exit west (right). Move to left lane and turn left onto Cylburn Ave, left (south) onto Greenspring Ave; turn left again almost immediately at stone gate; follow drive to circle in front of mansion, 4915 Greenspring Ave. If access is blocked by construction, return to Greenspring Ave and turn right (north), then right on Cylburn Dr and right again on new driveway up the hill to the back of the grounds, parking is on left, walk towards and around the main, big mansion house to the front porch.
SEP 9 (Tue) 8:30 a.m. LAKE ROLAND (ROBERT E. LEE PARK). One in a series of weekly walks to follow the progress of Fall Migration. Habitats include woods, lake, streams and marsh. This park has an impressive bird list, including songbirds, herons, shorebirds and raptors.Leader: Debbie Terry (410) 252-8771 or
*Directions to Lake Roland. From Baltimore Beltway I-695 take Jones Falls Expressway I-83 south to Northern Parkway exit, and go east (left) to next light, Falls Road. On Falls Road turn left (north). Immediately after third light (Lake Avenue), turn immediate right (before Falls Road bridge), then curve left and right again (avoid Light Rail entrance) and go .5 mile to the dam. Park and walk to footbridge.
SEP 10 (Wed) 9:30 a.m. GREENMOUNT CEMETERY, 1501 GREENMOUNT AVE The first of two cemetery walks to investigate bird life in Baltimore City. These pockets of green space are relatively undisturbed and unexplored. Leader: Joy Wheeler, (410) 825-1204
*Directions to Greenmount Cemetery. From I-83, take North Ave exit. At light, turn left (east) onto North Ave. Go 10 blocks. Turn right on Greenmount Ave and go 4 short blocks. At Oliver St turn left into main gate and park.
SEP 10 (Wed) 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. EVENING WALKS AT FORT McHENRY Automatically cancelled in rain, fog, etc. Park on Wallace Street.
*Directions to Fort McHenry. From I-95, take Hanover Street exit 55, McComas St (last exit before tunnel eastbound, first after tunnel westbound), north on Key Hwy which turns west, first left Lawrence St, left onto Fort Ave, continue east to gate into Fort McHenry. From the JFX, I-83, south to St Paul St exit, south on St Paul becomes Light St, then left (east) onto Fort Avenue, continue to end as above. Park on Wallace St (left just before the gate). Meet at the main gate. Meet at the main gate. Leader: Jim Peters, (410) 429-0966.
SEP 14 (Sun) 8:30 a.m. CYLBURN SELF-GUIDED WALK. One in a series of casual fall walks. Meet at the Mansion's front porch on Sunday mornings for easy birding in Cylburn's gardens and urban forest. Beginning Birders Welcome. Expect to find a variety of migrant and resident birds. No designated leader. Coordinator: Joe Lewandowski, (410) 358-7834 or
*Directions to Cylburn. From I-695 Baltimore Beltway, go south on I-83 Jones Falls Expressway. Take Northern Pkwy exit west (right). Move to left lane and turn left onto Cylburn Ave, left (south) onto Greenspring Ave; turn left again almost immediately at stone gate; follow drive to circle in front of mansion, 4915 Greenspring Ave. If access is blocked by construction, return to Greenspring Ave and turn right (north), then right on Cylburn Dr and right again on new driveway up the hill to the back of the grounds, parking is on left, walk towards and around the main, big mansion house to the front porch.
SEP 14 (Sun) 6:45 - 7:45 p.m. CHIMNEY SWIFTS AT DUSK, DRUID HILL PARK CONSERVATORY (GREENHOUSE) Join the BBC SwiftWatch Team for "Swift Night Out" as Chimney Swifts pour into the Conservatory chimney. Swifts are counted and results, nationwide, are listed at www.chimneyswifts.org. Baltimore has some of the highest counts in the nation. Come at 7:15 if the weather is cloudy or gray.
*Directions to Druid Hill Park Conservatory. The Conservatory is located at Auchentoroly Terrace and Gwynns Falls Parkway. From I-83 exit at 28th St. Follow signs to "Druid Park Lake Drive" (go along edge of the park). Turn right at 5th traffic light, Gwynns Falls Parkway. See the Conservatory on your right (an historic Victorian, glass greenhouse). Leader: Carol Schreter, (410) 664-5151
SEP 16 (Tue) 8:30 a.m. LAKE ROLAND (ROBERT E. LEE PARK). One in a series of weekly walks to follow the progress of Fall Migration. Habitats include woods, lake, streams and marsh. This park has an impressive bird list, including songbirds, herons, shorebirds and raptors. Leader: Ruth Culbertson, (410) 825-1379.
*Directions to Lake Roland. From Baltimore Beltway I-695 take Jones Falls Expressway I-83 south to Northern Parkway exit, and go east (left) to next light, Falls Road. On Falls Road turn left (north). Immediately after third light (Lake Avenue), turn immediate right (before Falls Road bridge), then curve left and right again (avoid Light Rail entrance) and go .5 mile to the dam. Park and walk to footbridge.
SEP 16 (Tue) 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. Rain date FOR CHIMNEY SWIFTS AT DUSK, DRUID HILL PARK CONSERVATORY (GREENHOUSE) See Sep 14, above.
SEP 17 (Wed) 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. EVENING WALKS AT FORT McHENRY Automatically cancelled in rain, fog, etc. Park on Wallace Street.
*Directions to Fort McHenry. From I-95, take Hanover Street exit 55, McComas St (last exit before tunnel eastbound, first after tunnel westbound), north on Key Hwy which turns west, first left Lawrence St, left onto Fort Ave, continue east to gate into Fort McHenry. From the JFX, I-83, south to St Paul St exit, south on St Paul becomes Light St, then left (east) onto Fort Avenue, continue to end as above. Park on Wallace St (left just before the gate). Meet at the main gate. Meet at the main gate. Leader: Jim Peters, (410) 429-0966.
SEP 20 (Sat) BALTIMORE FALL COUNT We will tally all birds seen within the City and County during this calendar day. Birders of all levels of experience are welcome and urged to participate. To avoid duplication of counting, contact coordinator Debbie Terry, (410) 252-8771 or , for assignment.
SEP 20 (Sat) 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. SATURDAY MONITORING WALKS AT FORT McHENRY A continuing survey of bird activity at the Fort.
*Directions to Fort McHenry. From I-95, take Hanover Street exit 55, McComas St (last exit before tunnel eastbound, first after tunnel westbound), north on Key Hwy which turns west, first left Lawrence St, left onto Fort Ave, continue east to gate into Fort McHenry. From the JFX, I-83, south to St Paul St exit, south on St Paul becomes Light St, then left (east) onto Fort Avenue, continue to end as above. Park in the Visitors Center parking lot. Meet at the Visitors Center. Cancelled in bad weather (high winds, fog, rain). Leader: Jim Peters, (410) 429-0966
SEP 21 (Sun) 8:30 a.m. CYLBURN SELF-GUIDED WALK. Meet at Mansion's front porch on Sunday mornings for easy birding in Cylburn's gardens and urban forest. Beginning Birders Welcome. Coordinator: Joe Lewandowski, (410) 358-7834 or
*Directions to Cylburn. From I-695 Baltimore Beltway, go south on I-83 Jones Falls Expressway. Take Northern Pkwy exit west (right). Move to left lane and turn left onto Cylburn Ave, left (south) onto Greenspring Ave; turn left again almost immediately at stone gate; follow drive to circle in front of mansion, 4915 Greenspring Ave. If access is blocked by construction, return to Greenspring Ave and turn right (north), then right on Cylburn Dr and right again on new driveway up the hill to the back of the grounds, parking is on left, walk towards and around the main, big mansion house to the front porch.
SEP 23 (Tue) 8:30 a.m. LAKE ROLAND (ROBERT E. LEE PARK). One in a series of weekly walks to follow the progress of Fall Migration. Habitats include woods, lake, streams and marsh. This park has an impressive bird list, including songbirds, herons, shorebirds and raptors. Leader: Dot Gustafson, (410) 584-9509 or
*Directions to Lake Roland. From Baltimore Beltway I-695 take Jones Falls Expressway I-83 south to Northern Parkway exit, and go east (left) to next light, Falls Road. On Falls Road turn left (north). Immediately after third light (Lake Avenue), turn immediate right (before Falls Road bridge), then curve left and right again (avoid Light Rail entrance) and go .5 mile to the dam. Park and walk to footbridge.
SEP 28 (Sun) 8:30 a.m. CYLBURN SELF-GUIDED WALK. Meet at Mansion's front porch on Sunday mornings for easy birding in Cylburn's gardens and urban forest. Beginning Birders Welcome. Expect to find a variety of migrant and resident birds. No designated leader. Coordinator: Joe Lewandowski, (410) 358-7834 or
*Directions to Cylburn. From I-695 Baltimore Beltway, go south on I-83 Jones Falls Expressway. Take Northern Pkwy exit west (right). Move to left lane and turn left onto Cylburn Ave, left (south) onto Greenspring Ave; turn left again almost immediately at stone gate; follow drive to circle in front of mansion, 4915 Greenspring Ave. If access is blocked by construction, return to Greenspring Ave and turn right (north), then right on Cylburn Dr and right again on new driveway up the hill to the back of the grounds, parking is on left, walk towards and around the main, big mansion house to the front porch.
SEP 30 (Tue) 8:30 a.m. LAKE ROLAND (ROBERT E. LEE PARK). One in a series of weekly walks to follow the progress of Fall Migration. Habitats include woods, lake, streams and marsh. This park has an impressive bird list, including songbirds, herons, shorebirds and raptors. Leader: Matilda Weiss, (410) 337-2732.
*Directions to Lake Roland. From Baltimore Beltway I-695 take Jones Falls Expressway I-83 south to Northern Parkway exit, and go east (left) to next light, Falls Road. On Falls Road turn left (north). Immediately after third light (Lake Avenue), turn immediate right (before Falls Road bridge), then curve left and right again (avoid Light Rail entrance) and go .5 mile to the dam. Park and walk to footbridge.
OCT 1 (Wed) 8:00 a.m. FIRST WEDNESDAYS AT FORT McHENRY Monthly survey of bird activity at the wetland. Telescope can be useful. Automatically cancelled in bad weather (rain, sleet, snow, fog, etc.).
*Directions to Fort McHenry. From I-95, take Hanover Street exit 55, McComas St (last exit before tunnel eastbound, first after tunnel westbound), north on Key Hwy which turns west, first left Lawrence St, left onto Fort Ave, continue east to gate into Fort McHenry. From the JFX, I-83, south to St Paul St exit, south on St Paul becomes Light St, then left (east) onto Fort Avenue, continue to end as above. Park in the Visitor Center Parking Lot. Meet outside the Visitor Center.Leader: Mary Chetelat, (410) 665-0769
OCT 5 (Sun) 8:30 a.m. CYLBURN SELF-GUIDED WALK. Meet at Mansion's front porch on Sunday mornings for easy birding in Cylburn's gardens and urban forest. Beginning Birders Welcome. Coordinator: Joe Lewandowski, (410) 358-7834 or
*Directions to Cylburn. From I-695 Baltimore Beltway, go south on I-83 Jones Falls Expressway. Take Northern Pkwy exit west (right). Move to left lane and turn left onto Cylburn Ave, left (south) onto Greenspring Ave; turn left again almost immediately at stone gate; follow drive to circle in front of mansion, 4915 Greenspring Ave. If access is blocked by construction, return to Greenspring Ave and turn right (north), then right on Cylburn Dr and right again on new driveway up the hill to the back of the grounds, parking is on left, walk towards and around the main, big mansion house to the front porch.
OCT 7 (Tue) 8:30 a.m. LAKE ROLAND (ROBERT E. LEE PARK). One in a series of weekly walks to follow the progress of Fall Migration. Habitats include woods, lake, streams and marsh. This park has an impressive bird list, including songbirds, herons, shorebirds and raptors. Leader: Paul Noell, (410) 243-2652 or
*Directions to Lake Roland. From Baltimore Beltway I-695 take Jones Falls Expressway I-83 south to Northern Parkway exit, and go east (left) to next light, Falls Road. On Falls Road turn left (north). Immediately after third light (Lake Avenue), turn immediate right (before Falls Road bridge), then curve left and right again (avoid Light Rail entrance) and go .5 mile to the dam. Park and walk to footbridge.
OCT 7 (Tue) 7:30 p.m. TUESDAY EVENING LECTURE AT CYLBURN. Continuing a series of monthly feature presentations and slide shows. Tonight: "Do extra-marital affairs make mountain bluebirds blue?" Dr Scott Johnson, Professor of Biological Sciences at Towson University discusses his research on the breeding behavior of Mountain Bluebirds in the high country of Wyoming. Doors open at Cylburn at 7:30 pm for socializing and snacks, show starts about 7:45 or 8:00 p.m.
*Directions to Cylburn. From I-695 Baltimore Beltway, go south on I-83 Jones Falls Expressway. Take Northern Pkwy exit west (right). Move to left lane and turn left onto Cylburn Ave, left (south) onto Greenspring Ave; turn left again almost immediately at stone gate; follow drive to circle in front of mansion, 4915 Greenspring Ave. If access is blocked by construction, return to Greenspring Ave and turn right (north), then right on Cylburn Dr and right again on new driveway up the hill to the back of the grounds, parking is on left, walk towards and around the main, big mansion house to the front porch.
OCT 12 (Sun) 8:30 a.m. CYLBURN SELF-GUIDED WALK. Meet at Mansion's front porch on Sunday mornings for easy birding in Cylburn's gardens and urban forest. Beginning Birders Welcome. Coordinator: Joe Lewandowski, (410) 358-7834 or
*Directions to Cylburn. From I-695 Baltimore Beltway, go south on I-83 Jones Falls Expressway. Take Northern Pkwy exit west (right). Move to left lane and turn left onto Cylburn Ave, left (south) onto Greenspring Ave; turn left again almost immediately at stone gate; follow drive to circle in front of mansion, 4915 Greenspring Ave. If access is blocked by construction, return to Greenspring Ave and turn right (north), then right on Cylburn Dr and right again on new driveway up the hill to the back of the grounds, parking is on left, walk towards and around the main, big mansion house to the front porch.
OCT 14 (Tue) 8:30 a.m. LAKE ROLAND (ROBERT E. LEE PARK). One in a series of weekly walks to follow the progress of Fall Migration. Habitats include woods, lake, streams and marsh. This park has an impressive bird list, including songbirds, herons, shorebirds and raptors. Leader: Kevin Graff, (410) 557-2456 or
*Directions to Lake Roland. From Baltimore Beltway I-695 take Jones Falls Expressway I-83 south to Northern Parkway exit, and go east (left) to next light, Falls Road. On Falls Road turn left (north). Immediately after third light (Lake Avenue), turn immediate right (before Falls Road bridge), then curve left and right again (avoid Light Rail entrance) and go .5 mile to the dam. Park and walk to footbridge.
OCT 18 (Sat) 8:00 a.m. NORTHAMPTON FURNACE TRAIL Level walk through mixed woods and brushy habitats to edge of Loch Raven Reservoir. Good chance for Winter Wrens, late lingering Robins and waterfowl. Leader: Joy Wheeler, (410) 825-1204
*Directions to Northampton Furnace Trail. Meet at Dulaney Valley Road and Chapelwood Lane, 2 miles north of Beltway exit 27.
OCT 18 (Sat) 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. SATURDAY MONITORING WALKS AT FORT McHENRY A continuing survey of bird activity at the Fort.
*Directions to Fort McHenry. From I-95, take Hanover Street exit 55, McComas St (last exit before tunnel eastbound, first after tunnel westbound), north on Key Hwy which turns west, first left Lawrence St, left onto Fort Ave, continue east to gate into Fort McHenry. From the JFX, I-83, south to St Paul St exit, south on St Paul becomes Light St, then left (east) onto Fort Avenue, continue to end as above. Park in the Visitors Center parking lot. Meet at the Visitors Center. Cancelled in bad weather (high winds, fog, rain). Leader: Jim Peters, (410) 429-0966
OCT 19 (Sun) 8:30 a.m. CYLBURN SELF-GUIDED WALK. Meet at Mansion's front porch on Sunday mornings for easy birding in Cylburn's gardens and urban forest. Beginning Birders Welcome. Coordinator: Joe Lewandowski, (410) 358-7834 or
*Directions to Cylburn. From I-695 Baltimore Beltway, go south on I-83 Jones Falls Expressway. Take Northern Pkwy exit west (right). Move to left lane and turn left onto Cylburn Ave, left (south) onto Greenspring Ave; turn left again almost immediately at stone gate; follow drive to circle in front of mansion, 4915 Greenspring Ave. If access is blocked by construction, return to Greenspring Ave and turn right (north), then right on Cylburn Dr and right again on new driveway up the hill to the back of the grounds, parking is on left, walk towards and around the main, big mansion house to the front porch.
OCT 21 (Tue) 8:30 a.m. LAKE ROLAND (ROBERT E. LEE PARK). One in a series of weekly walks to follow the progress of Fall Migration. Habitats include woods, lake, streams and marsh. This park has an impressive bird list, including songbirds, herons, shorebirds and raptors. Leader: Kevin Graff, (410) 557-2456 or
*Directions to Lake Roland. From Baltimore Beltway I-695 take Jones Falls Expressway I-83 south to Northern Parkway exit, and go east (left) to next light, Falls Road. On Falls Road turn left (north). Immediately after third light (Lake Avenue), turn immediate right (before Falls Road bridge), then curve left and right again (avoid Light Rail entrance) and go .5 mile to the dam. Park and walk to footbridge.
NOV 5 (Wed) 8:00 a.m. FIRST WEDNESDAYS AT FORT McHENRY Monthly survey of bird activity at the wetland. Telescope can be useful. Automatically cancelled in bad weather (rain, sleet, snow, fog, etc.).
*Directions to Fort McHenry. From I-95, take Hanover Street exit 55, McComas St (last exit before tunnel eastbound, first after tunnel westbound), north on Key Hwy which turns west, first left Lawrence St, left onto Fort Ave, continue east to gate into Fort McHenry. From the JFX, I-83, south to St Paul St exit, south on St Paul becomes Light St, then left (east) onto Fort Avenue, continue to end as above. Park in the Visitor Center Parking Lot. Meet outside the Visitor Center.Leader: Mary Chetelat, (410) 665-0769
NOV 8 (Sat) 8:00 a.m. LOCH RAVEN Waterbirds and land birds. Possible Bald Eagle, E. Bluebird, Common Loon. Telescopes useful. Two mile level walk. Leader: Peter Lev, (410) 823-2962 or
*Directions to Loch Raven. From Baltimore Beltway I-695, take exit 27 Dulaney Valley Road north, go several miles, cross large bridge over reservoir, and bear right immediately. Continue to first left, Stone Hill Road. Go about 100 yards, turn around, and then park on your right. All cars need to park on the same side of the road.
NOV 11 (Tue) 7:30 p.m. TUESDAY EVENING LECTURE AT CYLBURN. Continuing a series of monthly feature presentations and slide shows. Tonight: "Birding the Bering Sea - Western Alaska Specialities and Asian Vagrants." Phil Davis presents a multi-media show based on his 12 birding trips to the islands of western Alaska, known for numerous endemic seabirds and exciting strays from Eurasia. Doors open at Cylburn at 7:30 pm for socializing and snacks, show starts about 7:45 or 8:00 p.m.
*Directions to Cylburn. From I-695 Baltimore Beltway, go south on I-83 Jones Falls Expressway. Take Northern Pkwy exit west (right). Move to left lane and turn left onto Cylburn Ave, left (south) onto Greenspring Ave; turn left again almost immediately at stone gate; follow drive to circle in front of mansion, 4915 Greenspring Ave. If access is blocked by construction, return to Greenspring Ave and turn right (north), then right on Cylburn Dr and right again on new driveway up the hill to the back of the grounds, parking is on left, walk towards and around the main, big mansion house to the front porch.
NOV 15 (Sat) 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. SATURDAY MONITORING WALKS AT FORT McHENRY A continuing survey of bird activity at the Fort.
*Directions to Fort McHenry. From I-95, take Hanover Street exit 55, McComas St (last exit before tunnel eastbound, first after tunnel westbound), north on Key Hwy which turns west, first left Lawrence St, left onto Fort Ave, continue east to gate into Fort McHenry. From the JFX, I-83, south to St Paul St exit, south on St Paul becomes Light St, then left (east) onto Fort Avenue, continue to end as above. Park in the Visitors Center parking lot. Meet at the Visitors Center. Automatically cancelled in bad weather. Leader: Jim Peters, (410) 429-0966
NOV 22 (Sat) 7:30/9:30 a.m. BLACKWATER NWR All-day trip to see ducks, thousands of Canada and Snow Geese. Brown-headed Nuthatch possible. Rough-legged Hawk and Short-eared Owl possible in late afternoon. Bring lunch. Meet at Nursery Road Park & Ride at 7:30am OR at the Blackwater Visitor Center at 9:30 am. No reservations necessary. Leader: Kevin Graff, (410) 557-2456 or
*Directions to Nursery Road/Hammonds Ferry Road Park & Ride. Take I-695 Beltway exit 8, (not exit 8A which goes to the tunnel). From outer loop (southbound), ramp leads to parking lot across Hammonds Ferry Road. From inner loop (northbound), follow ramp right onto Fairview, turn right on Nursery Road, right on Hammonds Ferry Road, then left at next light into Park & Ride lot.
*Directions to Blackwater NWR. From Bay Bridge go south on US 50 to Cambridge. Right (south) on Rt 16 (Church Creek Road), about 7 miles, left (east) on Rt 335, about 5 miles, left on Key Wallace Dr about one mile. Right into drive for Refuge visitor center.
DEC 2 (Tue) 7:30 p.m. TUESDAY EVENING LECTURE AT CYLBURN. Continuing a series of monthly feature presentations and slide shows. Tonight: Show and Tell Night. Come prepared to share your favorite birding stories, pictures, or other tidbits of interest. You can illustrate this with old-fashioned slides, brief powerpoint file, or any object. Slide projector and LCD projector will be available. Doors open at Cylburn at 7:30 pm for socializing and snacks, show starts about 7:45 or 8:00 p.m.
*Directions to Cylburn. From I-695 Baltimore Beltway, go south on I-83 Jones Falls Expressway. Take Northern Pkwy exit west (right). Move to left lane and turn left onto Cylburn Ave, left (south) onto Greenspring Ave; turn left again almost immediately at stone gate; follow drive to circle in front of mansion, 4915 Greenspring Ave. If access is blocked by construction, return to Greenspring Ave and turn right (north), then right on Cylburn Dr and right again on new driveway up the hill to the back of the grounds, parking is on left, walk towards and around the main, big mansion house to the front porch.
DEC 3 (Wed) 8:00 a.m. FIRST WEDNESDAYS AT FORT McHENRY Monthly survey of bird activity at the wetland. Telescope can be useful. Automatically cancelled in bad weather (rain, sleet, snow, fog, etc.).
*Directions to Fort McHenry. From I-95, take Hanover Street exit 55, McComas St (last exit before tunnel eastbound, first after tunnel westbound), north on Key Hwy which turns west, first left Lawrence St, left onto Fort Ave, continue east to gate into Fort McHenry. From the JFX, I-83, south to St Paul St exit, south on St Paul becomes Light St, then left (east) onto Fort Avenue, continue to end as above. Park in the Visitor Center Parking Lot. Meet outside the Visitor Center.Leader: Mary Chetelat, (410) 665-0769
DEC 6 (Sat) 7:30 a.m. SOUTHERN MARYLAND. Meet at Beltway Exit 8 -- Nursery Road Park & Ride. Bring lunch. All-day trip to Point Lookout and other locations. Scoters, Long-tailed Duck, Great Cormorant, Bald Eagle, Brown-headed Nuthatch, Brown Pelican and Gannet all possible. Birding near cars with minimal walking. Telescopes useful. Bundle up for cold weather and winds possible. Leaders: Kevin Graff, , and Pete Webb, (410) 486-1217,
*Directions to Nursery Road/Hammonds Ferry Road Park & Ride. Take I-695 Beltway exit 8, (not exit 8A which goes to the tunnel). From outer loop (southbound), ramp leads to parking lot across Hammonds Ferry Road. From inner loop (northbound), follow ramp right onto Fairview, turn right on Nursery Road, right on Hammonds Ferry Road, then left at next light into Park & Ride lot.
DEC 13 (Sat) dawn to dusk. BALTIMORE HARBOR CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT 2007 Count of all birds seen or heard in the count circle. Count totals submitted to National Audubon Society for nationwide publication. Birders of all experience levels urged to participate. For area assignment call compiler: Pete Webb, (410) 486-1217 or . $5 donation per observer requested to help defray cost of compilation and publication of data results by National Audubon Society.
DEC 13 (Sat) 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. SATURDAY MONITORING WALKS AT FORT McHENRY A continuing survey of bird activity at the Fort.
*Directions to Fort McHenry. From I-95, take Hanover Street exit 55, McComas St (last exit before tunnel eastbound, first after tunnel westbound), north on Key Hwy which turns west, first left Lawrence St, left onto Fort Ave, continue east to gate into Fort McHenry. From the JFX, I-83, south to St Paul St exit, south on St Paul becomes Light St, then left (east) onto Fort Avenue, continue to end as above. Park in the Visitors Center parking lot. Meet at the Visitors Center. Automatically cancelled in bad weather. Leader: Jim Peters, (410) 429-0966
JAN 1 (Thur) 8:30 a.m. LOCH RAVEN RESERVOIR Start the New Year birding. Varied habitats including woods, fields and the reservoir. Probably also birding other sites for a "Big Day" in Baltimore City & County. Leader: Kevin Graff, 410-557-2456 or
*Directions to Loch Raven. From Baltimore Beltway I-695, take exit 27 Dulaney Valley Road north, go several miles, cross large bridge over reservoir, and bear right immediately. Continue to first left, Stone Hill Road. Go about 100 yards, turn around, and then park on your right. All cars need to park on the same side of the road.
JAN 7 (Wed) 8:00 a.m. FIRST WEDNESDAYS AT FORT McHENRY Monthly survey of bird activity at the wetland. Telescope can be useful. Automatically cancelled in bad weather (rain, sleet, snow, fog, etc.). Park in the Visitor Center Parking Lot. Meet outside the Visitor Center. Leader: Mary Chetelat, (410) 665-0769
*Directions to Fort McHenry. From I-95, take Hanover Street exit 55, McComas St (last exit before tunnel eastbound, first after tunnel westbound), north on Key Hwy which turns west, first left Lawrence St, left onto Fort Ave, continue east to gate into Fort McHenry. From the JFX, I-83, south to St Paul St exit, south on St Paul becomes Light St, then left (east) onto Fort Avenue, continue to end as above. Park in the Visitor Center Parking Lot. Meet outside the Visitor Center.
JAN 11 (Sun) 5:00 p.m. COVERED DISH DINNER AND LECTURE AT BYKOTA CENTER IN TOWSON Annual pot luck dinner and guest speaker. Hank Kaestner, birder and world traveler extraordinaire, will share his latest foreign adventures in a slide presentation, "The Search for My Zornis....bird-watching adventure at Eaglenest Wildlife Sanctuary in the restricted access areas of extreme north-eastern India" High adventure and unusual birds! For reservations and food coordination call Kevin Graff, (410) 557-2456 or email at
*Directions to BYKOTA: From the Baltimore Beltway (I-695) take exit 26 south, York Road. Turn right onto Bosley Avenue. At the third traffic light turn right onto Allegheny Ave. Proceed one block and turn right onto Central Ave, continue to 611 on your right, where parking is provided beside and behind the center. (The BYKOTA center was formerly the Towson Elementary School.)
JAN 17 (Sat) 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. SATURDAY MONITORING WALKS AT FORT McHENRY
*Directions to Fort McHenry. From I-95, take Hanover Street exit 55, McComas St (last exit before tunnel eastbound, first after tunnel westbound), north on Key Hwy which turns west, first left Lawrence St, left onto Fort Ave, continue east to gate into Fort McHenry. From the JFX, I-83, south to St Paul St exit, south on St Paul becomes Light St, then left (east) onto Fort Avenue, continue to end as above. Park in the Visitor Center Parking Lot. Meet outside the Visitor Center. Cancelled in rain, snow, sleet, fog. Leader: Jim Peters, (410) 429-0966.
JAN 17 (Sat) all day. BALTIMORE MID-WINTER BIRD COUNT. To participate in post-migration bird count in your choice of location in Baltimore City or County, call Pete Webb, (410) 486-1217 or
FEB 3 (Tue) 7:30 p.m. TUESDAY EVENING LECTURE AT CYLBURN. Continuing a series of monthly feature presentations and slide shows. Tonight: "Enhancing your Yard for Wildlife". Britt Slattery, Senior Conservation Biologist with Audubon Maryland-DC will give a slide presentation on how to design your yard with native plants and other features to attract and benefit birds and other wildlife. Britt has authored a book on this topic, of "Native Plants for Wildlife Habitat and Conservation Landscaping." Doors open at Cylburn at 7:30 pm for socializing and snacks, show starts about 7:45 or 8:00 pm.
*Directions to Cylburn. From I-695 Baltimore Beltway, go south on I-83 Jones Falls Expressway. Take Northern Pkwy exit west (right). Move to left lane and turn left onto Cylburn Ave, left (south) onto Greenspring Ave; turn left again almost immediately at stone gate; follow drive to circle in front of mansion, 4915 Greenspring Ave. If access is blocked by construction, return to Greenspring Ave and turn right (north), then right on Cylburn Dr and right again on new driveway up the hill to the back of the grounds, parking is on left, walk towards and around the main, big mansion house to the front porch.
FEB 4 (Wed) 8:00 a.m. FIRST WEDNESDAYS AT FORT McHENRY Monthly survey of bird activity at the wetland. Telescope can be useful. Automatically cancelled in bad weather (rain, sleet, snow, fog, etc.).
*Directions to Fort McHenry. From I-95, take Hanover Street exit 55, McComas St (last exit before tunnel eastbound, first after tunnel westbound), north on Key Hwy which turns west, first left Lawrence St, left onto Fort Ave, continue east to gate into Fort McHenry. From the JFX, I-83, south to St Paul St exit, south on St Paul becomes Light St, then left (east) onto Fort Avenue, continue to end as above. Park in the Visitor Center Parking Lot. Meet outside the Visitor Center. Leader: Mary Chetelat, (410) 665-0769
FEB 8 (Sun) 9:00 a.m. MARSHY POINT NATURE CENTER Half-day trip for winter waterfowl, raptors, passerines. Half-mile trail leads to point overlooking Dundee Creek. Boots advisable, telescopes useful. Leader: Debbie Terry, (410) 252-8771 or , and Mary Byers, 410 686-7294 or
- or Bob Rineer if not?
*Directions to Marshy Point Nature Center. Exit Beltway I-695 at Rt 702 South. Take 2nd exit, Chase/Eastern Blvd. Go 6 miles. Turn right at Marshy Point sign. Go ¼ mile and turn left into Nature Center parking lot.
FEB 14 (Sat) 7:00 a.m./ 9:30 a.m. HENLOPEN TO OCEAN CITY Meet at 7 am at the Nursery Road Park & Ride OR at the Lewes-Cape May Ferry passenger lot at 9:30 am for loons, gannets, sea ducks, Great Cormorants and Purple Sandpipers. Razorbill possible. Bundle up, this trip is usually brutally cold and windy. Both Red-breasted and Brown-headed nuthatches seen last year at Cape Henlopen. Possible optional extension of trip into Sunday or Monday (overnight at motel in Ocean City area). Leader: Pete Webb (410) 486-1217 or
*Directions to Nursery Road/Hammonds Ferry Road Park & Ride. Take I-695 Beltway exit 8, (not exit 8A which goes to the tunnel). From outer loop (southbound), ramp leads to parking lot across Hammonds Ferry Road. From inner loop (northbound), follow ramp right onto Fairview, turn right on Nursery Road, right on Hammonds Ferry Road, then left at next light into Park & Ride lot.
FEB 14 (Sat) 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. SATURDAY MONITORING WALKS AT FORT McHENRY A continuing survey of bird activity at the Fort.
*Directions to Fort McHenry. From I-95, take Hanover Street exit 55, McComas St (last exit before tunnel eastbound, first after tunnel westbound), north on Key Hwy which turns west, first left Lawrence St, left onto Fort Ave, continue east to gate into Fort McHenry. From the JFX, I-83, south to St Paul St exit, south on St Paul becomes Light St, then left (east) onto Fort Avenue, continue to end as above. Park in the Visitor Center Parking Lot. Meet outside the Visitor Center. Cancelled in bad weather (high winds, fog, rain). Leader: Jim Peters, (410) 429-0966
MAR 3 (Tue) 7:30 p.m. TUESDAY EVENING LECTURE AT CYLBURN. Continuing a series of monthly feature presentations and slide shows. Tonight: "Birds and Natural History in Queensland, Australia". Pierre Henkart, President of the Anne Arundel Bird Club, describes birds and birding "down under" in the tropical part of Australia.
*Directions to Cylburn. From I-695 Baltimore Beltway, go south on I-83 Jones Falls Expressway. Take Northern Pkwy exit west (right). Move to left lane and turn left onto Cylburn Ave, left (south) onto Greenspring Ave; turn left again almost immediately at stone gate; follow drive to circle in front of mansion, 4915 Greenspring Ave. If access is blocked by construction, return to Greenspring Ave and turn right (north), then right on Cylburn Dr and right again on new driveway up the hill to the back of the grounds, parking is on left, walk towards and around the main, big mansion house to the front porch.
MAR 4 (Wed) 8:00 a.m. FIRST WEDNESDAYS AT FORT McHENRY Monthly survey of bird activity at the wetland. Telescope can be useful. Automatically cancelled in bad weather (rain, sleet, snow, fog, etc.).
*Directions to Fort McHenry. From I-95, take Hanover Street exit 55, McComas St (last exit before tunnel eastbound, first after tunnel westbound), north on Key Hwy which turns west, first left Lawrence St, left onto Fort Ave, continue east to gate into Fort McHenry. From the JFX, I-83, south to St Paul St exit, south on St Paul becomes Light St, then left (east) onto Fort Avenue, continue to end as above. Park in the Visitor Center Parking Lot. Meet outside the Visitor Center. Leader: Mary Chetelat, (410) 665-0769
MAR 7 (Sat) 8:00 a.m. MIDDLE CREEK WMA Bring lunch for an all-day trip to visit this major gathering place north of Lancaster, PA., for Snow Geese and other waterfowl. There is also an excellent display of mounted birds in the visitor center. Note: Trip may go elsewhere if Middle Creek is frozen over. Leader: Kevin Graff, (410) 557-2456 or
*Directions to Middle Creek WMA. Meet at Timonium Park & Ride on Greenspring Drive/Deereco Road off Timonium Road just east of I-83.
MAR 8 (Sun) 8:30 a.m. LOCH RAVEN Waterfowl and land birds. Possible Bald Eagles and Bluebirds. Telescopes useful. Two mile level walk.
*Directions to Loch Raven. From Baltimore Beltway I-695, take exit 27 Dulaney Valley Road north, go several miles, cross large bridge over reservoir, and bear right immediately. Continue to first left, Stone Hill Road. Go about 100 yards, turn around, and then park on your right. All cars need to park on the same side of the road. Beginning Birders Welcome. Leader: Debbie Terry, (410) 252-8771 or gt5s2bcpl.net
MAR 9 (Mon ) 7:00/9:00 a.m. POPLAR ISLAND Meet at Nursery Road Park & Ride for Carpool OR meet at Tilghman Island at 9:00 am. Habitat similar to Hart-Miller Island. Boat ride from Tilghman Island. 2 hour bus ride around Poplar Island, stopping wherever birding looks good. Scopes are very helpful. Facilities are available. Bring snacks if desired. Lunch will be at a local restaurant. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Limit 8 to 24 people. Leader: Robin Armetta. Coordinator: Kevin Graff,
*Directions to Nursery Road/Hammonds Ferry Road Park & Ride. Take I-695 Beltway exit 8, (not exit 8A which goes to the tunnel). From outer loop (southbound), ramp leads to parking lot across Hammonds Ferry Road. From inner loop (northbound), follow ramp right onto Fairview, turn right on Nursery Road, right on Hammonds Ferry Road, then left at next light into Park & Ride lot.
MAR 14 (Sat) 7:30 a.m./8:30 a.m. HORSEHEAD WETLANDS CENTER. Meet at Nursery Road Park & Ride at 7:30 am OR 8:30 am at Horsehead visitors center lot. Varied habitats for winter waterfowl and passerines. Leader: Kevin Graff, (410) 557-2456 or
*Directions to Nursery Road/Hammonds Ferry Road Park & Ride. Take I-695 Beltway exit 8, (not exit 8A which goes to the tunnel). From outer loop (southbound), ramp leads to parking lot across Hammonds Ferry Road. From inner loop (northbound), follow ramp right onto Fairview, turn right on Nursery Road, right on Hammonds Ferry Road, then left at next light into Park & Ride lot.
MAR 14 (Sat) 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. SATURDAY MONITORING WALKS AT FORT McHENRY A continuing survey of bird activity at the Fort.
*Directions to Fort McHenry. From I-95, take Hanover Street exit 55, McComas St (last exit before tunnel eastbound, first after tunnel westbound), north on Key Hwy which turns west, first left Lawrence St, left onto Fort Ave, continue east to gate into Fort McHenry. From the JFX, I-83, south to St Paul St exit, south on St Paul becomes Light St, then left (east) onto Fort Avenue, continue to end as above. Park in the Visitor Center Parking Lot. Meet outside the Visitor Center. Cancelled in bad weather (high winds, fog, rain). Leader: Jim Peters, (410) 429-0966
MAR 25 (Wed) 9:30 a.m. LOUDON PARK CEMETERY, LOCATED AT 3801 FREDERICK AVE . This is our second cemetery birding trip. Leader: Joy Wheeler, (410) 825-1204
*Directions to Loudon Park Cemetery. From Beltway I-695, take exit 13, Route 144/Frederick Road east, towards the city, away from Catonsville. Go about 2.5 miles. (At approximately .7 miles Frederick Road becomes Frederick Ave). Just past Mt St Joseph High School, turn right into the cemetery's main entrance.
MAR 28 (Sat) 7:30 a.m. ALL-DAY SEA WATCH AT OCEAN CITY INLET, WITH OPTIONAL EXTENSION TO MAR 30 Join us in the inlet parking lot for full day watch for Gannets galore and other seabirds headed north. Expect to see Brants, Scoters, a variety of Gulls, and (with a little luck) pelagic birds close to shore. A Red Phalarope was seen at SeaWatch Mar 27, 2004. Stay over Fri night for early start on Sat. DRESS WARMLY, cold wind can be BRUTAL. Bring lawn chair, spotting scope, warm drinks. Leader will provide snacks. Bring lunch or buy it at nearby shops. Dinner/Tally Sat evening at local restaurant. Optional stay over Sat night for birding the Inlet Sun AM, then birding stops on way home. Contact leader for motel reservations, meeting place, additional information. Leader: Kevin Graff, 410-557-2456,
APR 1 (Wed) 8:00 a.m. FIRST WEDNESDAYS AT FORT McHENRY Monthly survey of bird activity at the wetland. Telescope can be useful. Automatically cancelled in bad weather (rain, sleet, snow, fog, etc.).
*Directions to Fort McHenry. From I-95, take Hanover Street exit 55, McComas St (last exit before tunnel eastbound, first after tunnel westbound), north on Key Hwy which turns west, first left Lawrence St, left onto Fort Ave, continue east to gate into Fort McHenry. From the JFX, I-83, south to St Paul St exit, south on St Paul becomes Light St, then left (east) onto Fort Avenue, continue to end as above. Park in the Visitor Center Parking Lot. Meet outside the Visitor Center. Leader: Mary Chetelat, (410) 665-0769
APR 4 (Sat) 8:00 a.m. CROMWELL VALLEY PARK Diverse habitat that includes stream, woods and fields. Expect to see a variety of resident and migrant birds. Leader: Kevin Graff, (410) 557-2456 or
*Directions to Cromwell Valley Park Walks. From the Baltimore Beltway (I-695) take Exit 29A Cromwell Bridge Road. Turn north (away from the city) onto Cromwell Bridge Road. At 1.4 miles, turn left at the "Willow Grove Farm Entrance." Follow entrance road, then turn left after bridge and park in lot on left.
APR 5 (Sun) 8:30 a.m. CYLBURN SELF-GUIDED WALK. First in a series of casual spring walks. Meet at the Mansion's front porch on Sunday mornings for easy birding in Cylburn's gardens and urban forest. Beginning Birders Welcome. Expect to find a variety of migrant and resident birds. No designated leader. Coordinator: Joe Lewandowski, (410) 358-7834 or
*Directions to Cylburn. From I-695 Baltimore Beltway, go south on I-83 Jones Falls Expressway. Take Northern Pkwy exit west (right). Move to left lane and turn left onto Cylburn Ave, left (south) onto Greenspring Ave; turn left again almost immediately at stone gate; follow drive to circle in front of mansion, 4915 Greenspring Ave. If access is blocked by construction, return to Greenspring Ave and turn right (north), then right on Cylburn Dr and right again on new driveway up the hill to the back of the grounds, parking is on left, walk towards and around the main, big mansion house to the front porch.
APR 7 (Tue) 8:30 a.m. LAKE ROLAND (ROBERT E. LEE PARK). First in a series of weekly walks to follow the progress of Spring Migration. Habitats include woods, lake, streams and marsh. This park has an impressive bird list, including songbirds, herons, shorebirds and raptors. Leader: Mary Chetelat, (410) 665-0769. Note: there is a new meeting place for 2009 walks, as the bridge below the Dam is now closed: birders will meet at the North Entrance of the park.
Directions to North Entrance of Robert E. Lee Park (Lake Roland).
APR 7 (Tue) 7:30 p.m. TUESDAY EVENING LECTURE AT CYLBURN. Continuing a series of monthly feature presentations and slide shows. Tonight: "Warblers of Maryland." Linda Friedland and Mike Bowen, of the Montgomery Bird Club, present a streamlined version of the popular identification workshop that debuted at the June 2006 MOS conference. The presentation provides visual and aural pointers for 34 of the 37 warbler species that regularly occur in Maryland. Doors open at Cylburn at 7:30 pm for socializing and snacks, show starts about 7:45 or 8:00 p.m.
*Directions to Cylburn. From I-695 Baltimore Beltway, go south on I-83 Jones Falls Expressway. Take Northern Pkwy exit west (right). Move to left lane and turn left onto Cylburn Ave, left (south) onto Greenspring Ave; turn left again almost immediately at stone gate; follow drive to circle in front of mansion, 4915 Greenspring Ave. If access is blocked by construction, return to Greenspring Ave and turn right (north), then right on Cylburn Dr and right again on new driveway up the hill to the back of the grounds, parking is on left, walk towards and around the main, big mansion house to the front porch.
APR 12 (Sun) 8:30 a.m. CYLBURN SELF-GUIDED WALK. Meet at Mansion's front porch on Sunday mornings for easy birding in Cylburn's gardens and urban forest. Beginning Birders Welcome.
Coordinator: Joe Lewandowski, (410) 358-7834 or
*Directions to Cylburn. From I-695 Baltimore Beltway, go south on I-83 Jones Falls Expressway. Take Northern Pkwy exit west (right). Move to left lane and turn left onto Cylburn Ave, left (south) onto Greenspring Ave; turn left again almost immediately at stone gate; follow drive to circle in front of mansion, 4915 Greenspring Ave. If access is blocked by construction, return to Greenspring Ave and turn right (north), then right on Cylburn Dr and right again on new driveway up the hill to the back of the grounds, parking is on left, walk towards and around the main, big mansion house to the front porch.
APR 14 (Tue) 8:30 a.m. LAKE ROLAND (ROBERT E. LEE PARK). One in a series of weekly walks to follow the progress of Fall Migration. Habitats include woods, lake, streams and marsh. This park has an impressive bird list, including songbirds, herons, shorebirds and raptors. Leader: Joan Cwi, (410) 467-5352 or . Note: there is a new meeting place for 2009 walks, as the bridge below the Dam is now closed: birders will meet at the North Entrance of the park.
Directions to North Entrance of Robert E. Lee Park (Lake Roland).
APR 15 (Wed) 6:00 - 8:00p.m. EVENING WALKS AT FORT McHENRY Cancelled in rain, snow, sleet, fog, etc. Park on Wallace St (left just before the gate).
*Directions to Fort McHenry. From I-95, take Hanover Street exit 55, McComas St (last exit before tunnel eastbound, first after tunnel westbound), north on Key Hwy which turns west, first left Lawrence St, left onto Fort Ave, continue east to gate into Fort McHenry. From the JFX, I-83, south to St Paul St exit, south on St Paul becomes Light St, then left (east) onto Fort Avenue, continue to end as above. Park on Wallace St (left just before the gate). Meet at the main gate. Leader: Jim Peters, (410) 429-0966.
APR 18 (Sat) 7:00 a.m./9:30 a.m. SMITH ISLAND All-day trip to see the herons, egrets and other birds on the island, plus waterfowl and gannets up close during the boat rides to and from the island. Bring lunch, snacks, beverages and extra cash; the General Store on the island may be open, offering sandwiches, drinks and snacks, cash only. Rental bicycles and golf cart are available on the island. Car pool from Nursery Park & Ride 7:00 a.m. or meet at the Point Lookout boat dock at 9 am. The boat leaves at 9:30, arrives at the island about 11 am, and can pick us up about 2:30 pm (negotiable) for the hour-and-a-half ride back to Point Lookout. As a precaution, motion sickness medicine is advised (take it an hour before the boat ride). RESERVATIONS REQUIRED, deadline Wed. Apr 15. Limit 25-45, waiting list of 5. If we don't fill the trip by midnight Wednesday, the trip will be CANCELLED. Contact Pete Webb, or 410 486-1217, for reservations, and again Thursday or Friday to learn if the trip is go or no-go. $25-$45 CASH required to get on the boat, paid when boarding. No checks or credit cards. Price to get on the boat depends on attendance. To reach Nursery Road Park & Ride, take I-695 Beltway exit 8, (not exit 8A which goes to the tunnel): from outer loop (southbound), ramp leads to parking lot across Hammonds Ferry Road. From inner loop (northbound), follow ramp right onto Fairview, turn right on Nursery Road, right on Hammonds Ferry Road, then left at next light into Park & Ride lot.
APR 18 (Sat) 8:00 a.m. SATURDAY MONITORING WALKS AT FORT McHENRY A continuing survey of bird activity at the Fort.
*Directions to Fort McHenry. From I-95, take Hanover Street exit 55, McComas St (last exit before tunnel eastbound, first after tunnel westbound), north on Key Hwy which turns west, first left Lawrence St, left onto Fort Ave, continue east to gate into Fort McHenry. From the JFX, I-83, south to St Paul St exit, south on St Paul becomes Light St, then left (east) onto Fort Avenue, continue to end as above. Park in the Visitor Center Parking Lot. Meet outside the Visitor Center. Cancelled in bad weather (high winds, fog, rain). Leader: Jim Peters, (410) 429-0966
APR 19 (Sun) 7:30 a.m. PATAPSCO VALLEY STATE PARK - GRANITE AREA Join the search for early migrants along the Patapsco River and neighboring forest. Several species of warblers and both orioles possible. Boots recommended; part of the hiking loop may be muddy. Leader, Keith Eric Costley, (443) 985-6489 or
*Directions to Patapsco Valley. From 695 take Liberty Road (Exit 18/MD Rt 26) west for 2 miles to Old Court Road (MD Rt 125). Turn left on Old Court Road, and drive 5.5 miles through Granite to the Patapsco River. Park on the lane in the cemetery just after the Job Corps signs.
APR 19 (Sun) 8:30 a.m. CYLBURN SELF-GUIDED WALK. Meet at Mansion's front porch on Sunday mornings for easy birding in Cylburn's gardens and urban forest. Beginning Birders Welcome.
*Directions to Cylburn. From I-695 Baltimore Beltway, go south on I-83 Jones Falls Expressway. Take Northern Pkwy exit west (right). Move to left lane and turn left onto Cylburn Ave, left (south) onto Greenspring Ave; turn left again almost immediately at stone gate; follow drive to circle in front of mansion, 4915 Greenspring Ave. If access is blocked by construction, return to Greenspring Ave and turn right (north), then right on Cylburn Dr and right again on new driveway up the hill to the back of the grounds, parking is on left, walk towards and around the main, big mansion house to the front porch.
Coordinator: Joe Lewandowski, (410) 358-7834 or
APR 21 (Tue) 8:30 a.m. LAKE ROLAND (ROBERT E. LEE PARK). One in a series of weekly walks to follow the progress of Fall Migration. Habitats include woods, lake, streams and marsh. This park has an impressive bird list, including songbirds, herons, shorebirds and raptors. Leader: Debbie Terry (410) 252-8771 or . Note: there is a new meeting place for 2009 walks, as the bridge below the Dam is now closed: birders will meet at the North Entrance of the park.
Directions to North Entrance of Robert E. Lee Park (Lake Roland).
APR 22 (Wed) 6:00 - 8:00p.m. EVENING WALKS AT FORT McHENRY Automatically cancelled in rain, fog, etc. Park on Wallace Street.
*Directions to Fort McHenry. From I-95, take Hanover Street exit 55, McComas St (last exit before tunnel eastbound, first after tunnel westbound), north on Key Hwy which turns west, first left Lawrence St, left onto Fort Ave, continue east to gate into Fort McHenry. From the JFX, I-83, south to St Paul St exit, south on St Paul becomes Light St, then left (east) onto Fort Avenue, continue to end as above. Park on Wallace St (left just before the gate). Meet at the main gate. Leader: Jim Peters, (410) 429-0966
APR 25 (Sat) 7:30 a.m. HUNTLEY MEADOWS Bring picnic lunch for 3/4-day trip to northern Virginia woods and freshwater marsh with boardwalk trail for resident wildlife and early spring migrants. Coots, Canada Geese on nests, turtles, water snakes and other water wildlife allowing close approach and good views. American Bittern, Rusty Blackbird, King Rail all possible. Two or three hour (and miles) level walk on paved paths and boardwalks. Optional extension, after picnic lunch, for Prothonotary and Prairie Warblers singing on territory in Maryland. Meet at Nursery Road Park & Ride. Leader: Pete Webb (410) 486-1217 or
*Directions to Nursery Road/Hammonds Ferry Road Park & Ride. Take I-695 Beltway exit 8, (not exit 8A which goes to the tunnel). From outer loop (southbound), ramp leads to parking lot across Hammonds Ferry Road. From inner loop (northbound), follow ramp right onto Fairview, turn right on Nursery Road, right on Hammonds Ferry Road, then left at next light into Park & Ride lot.
APR 26 (Sun) 8:00 a.m. MARRIOTSVILLE WARBLERS Resident warblers include Prothonotary, Worm-eating and other species. Yellow-throated warbler and Barred Owl also possible. Leader: Paul Noell, (410) 243-2652 or
*Directions to Marriotsville. From Beltway exit 18 Liberty Road, go west 4.9 miles to Marriottsville Road. Left 4.0 miles past quarry and rifle range to unmarked, narrow road with mailboxes, just before bridge. Turn right, continue to small unpaved parking lot on left.
APR 26 (Sun) 8:00 a.m. DRUID HILL PARK Just about anything could show up in this large, urban park with varied habitats. Leader: Bryce Butler, (410) 728-0646 or capitano.
*Directions to Druid Hill Park Walk. Take the Druid Hill Park exit from I-83, which puts you onto Druid Park Lake Dr. Turn right into the main park entrance on Swan Dr and park on road margins at the northwest corner of the lake.
APR 26 (Sun) 8:30 a.m. CYLBURN SELF-GUIDED WALK. Meet at Mansion's front porch on Sunday mornings for easy birding in Cylburn's gardens and urban forest. Beginning Birders Welcome.
*Directions to Cylburn. From I-695 Baltimore Beltway, go south on I-83 Jones Falls Expressway. Take Northern Pkwy exit west (right). Move to left lane and turn left onto Cylburn Ave, left (south) onto Greenspring Ave; turn left again almost immediately at stone gate; follow drive to circle in front of mansion, 4915 Greenspring Ave. If access is blocked by construction, return to Greenspring Ave and turn right (north), then right on Cylburn Dr and right again on new driveway up the hill to the back of the grounds, parking is on left, walk towards and around the main, big mansion house to the front porch.
Coordinator: Joe Lewandowski, (410) 358-7834 or
APR 26 (Sun) 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. CHIMNEY SWIFTS AT DUSK.
Place: Druid Hill Park Conservatory (Greenhouse). Rain date: April 28.
Directions to Druid Hill Park Conservatory. The Conservatory is located in Druid Hill Park at Auchentoroly Terrace and Gwynns Falls Parkway. From I-83 exit at 28th St. Follow signs to "Druid Park Lake Drive" (go along edge of the park). Turn right at 5th traffic light, Gwynns Falls Parkway. See the Conservatory on your right (a historic Victorian glass greenhouse).
Contact person: Carol Schreter (410) 664-5151, or
APR 28 (Tue) 8:30 a.m. LAKE ROLAND (ROBERT E. LEE PARK). One in a series of weekly walks to follow the progress of Fall Migration. Habitats include woods, lake, streams and marsh. This park has an impressive bird list, including songbirds, herons, shorebirds and raptors. Leader: Ruth Culbertson, (410) 825-1379. Note: there is a new meeting place for 2009 walks, as the bridge below the Dam is now closed: birders will meet at the North Entrance of the park.
Directions to North Entrance of Robert E. Lee Park (Lake Roland).
APR 28 (Tue) RAIN DATE FOR CHIMNEY SWIFTS AT DUSK, Druid Hill Park Conservatory (Greenhouse). See April 26, above.
APR 29 (Wed) 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. EVENING WALKS AT FORT McHENRY Automatically cancelled in rain, fog, etc. Park on Wallace Street.
*Directions to Fort McHenry. From I-95, take Hanover Street exit 55, McComas St (last exit before tunnel eastbound, first after tunnel westbound), north on Key Hwy which turns west, first left Lawrence St, left onto Fort Ave, continue east to gate into Fort McHenry. From the JFX, I-83, south to St Paul St exit, south on St Paul becomes Light St, then left (east) onto Fort Avenue, continue to end as above. Park on Wallace St (left just before the gate). Meet at the main gate. Leader: Jim Peters, (410) 429-0966
MAY 2 (Sat) 7:30 a.m. HALETHORPE PONDS Diverse habitat of this little-birded area includes the river, two freshwater ponds, floodplain woods and a power line cut. We'll look for Warbling Vireo, both Orioles, Black-Crowned Night Heron, Osprey, Bald Eagle, Pheasant, and an assortment of Warblers. Meet at Nursery Road Park & Ride. Leader: Joel Martin, (410) 744-9211 or
*Directions to Nursery Road/Hammonds Ferry Road Park & Ride. Take I-695 Beltway exit 8, (not exit 8A which goes to the tunnel). From outer loop (southbound), ramp leads to parking lot across Hammonds Ferry Road. From inner loop (northbound), follow ramp right onto Fairview, turn right on Nursery Road, right on Hammonds Ferry Road, then left at next light into Park & Ride lot.
MAY 2 (Sat) 7:30 a.m. SOLDIERS DELIGHT Warblers, Flycatchers and Tanagers are featured as spring migration heats up in this globally rare ecosystem. Meet at historical marker. Leader: Keith Eric Costley, 443-985-6849 or email
*Directions to Soldiers Delight. From I-695 Beltway exit 18 Liberty Road go west 4 miles, bear right onto Deer Park Road just before traffic light and water tower, go approximately 1 ½ miles to the Visitor/Nature Center or 2 miles to the historical marker.
MAY 3 (Sun) 8:30 a.m. CYLBURN SELF-GUIDED WALK. Meet at Mansion's front porch on Sunday mornings for easy birding in Cylburn's gardens and urban forest. Beginning Birders Welcome.
*Directions to Cylburn. From I-695 Baltimore Beltway, go south on I-83 Jones Falls Expressway. Take Northern Pkwy exit west (right). Move to left lane and turn left onto Cylburn Ave, left (south) onto Greenspring Ave; turn left again almost immediately at stone gate; follow drive to circle in front of mansion, 4915 Greenspring Ave. If access is blocked by construction, return to Greenspring Ave and turn right (north), then right on Cylburn Dr and right again on new driveway up the hill to the back of the grounds, parking is on left, walk towards and around the main, big mansion house to the front porch.
Coordinator: Joe Lewandowski, (410) 358-7834 or
MAY 5 (Tue) 8:30 a.m. LAKE ROLAND (ROBERT E. LEE PARK). One in a series of weekly walks to follow the progress of Fall Migration. Habitats include woods, lake, streams and marsh. This park has an impressive bird list, including songbirds, herons, shorebirds and raptors. Leader: Kevin Graff, (410) 557-2456 or . Note: there is a new meeting place for 2009 walks, as the bridge below the Dam is now closed: birders will meet at the North Entrance of the park.
Directions to North Entrance of Robert E. Lee Park (Lake Roland).
MAY 5 (Tue) 7:30 p.m. TUESDAY EVENING LECTURE AT CYLBURN. Finale in a series of monthly feature presentations and slide shows. "Birding in Trinidad and Tobago" Larry and Jean Fry, of the Tri-County Bird Club, present an illustrated account of their birding trip to this very birdy Caribbean island nation.
*Directions to Cylburn. From I-695 Baltimore Beltway, go south on I-83 Jones Falls Expressway. Take Northern Pkwy exit west (right). Move to left lane and turn left onto Cylburn Ave, left (south) onto Greenspring Ave; turn left again almost immediately at stone gate; follow drive to circle in front of mansion, 4915 Greenspring Ave. If access is blocked by construction, return to Greenspring Ave and turn right (north), then right on Cylburn Dr and right again on new driveway up the hill to the back of the grounds, parking is on left, walk towards and around the main, big mansion house to the front porch.
MAY 6 (Wed) 8:00 a.m. FIRST WEDNESDAYS AT FORT McHENRY Monthly survey of bird activity at the wetland. Telescope can be useful. Automatically cancelled in bad weather (rain, sleet, snow, fog, etc.).
*Directions to Fort McHenry. From I-95, take Hanover Street exit 55, McComas St (last exit before tunnel eastbound, first after tunnel westbound), north on Key Hwy which turns west, first left Lawrence St, left onto Fort Ave, continue east to gate into Fort McHenry. From the JFX, I-83, south to St Paul St exit, south on St Paul becomes Light St, then left (east) onto Fort Avenue, continue to end as above. Park in the Visitor Center Parking Lot. Meet outside the Visitor Center. Leader: Mary Chetelat, (410) 665-0769
MAY 6 (Wed) 9:30 a.m. DRUID RIDGE CEMETERY, located at 7900 Park Heights Avenue in Pikesville. This is our third and final cemetery birding trip this season. Possibility of both Baltimore and Orchard Orioles, and migrant warblers. Leader: Joy Wheeler, (410) 825-1204
*Directions to Druid Ridge Cemetary. From Beltway I-695, take the Park Heights and Stevenson Road exit, and follow it to Park Heights Avenue, and take Park Heights (not Stevenson Road) towards Baltimore. Take the first right, Long Meadow Road, from Park Heights. This road is the entrance into the cemetery.
MAY 6 (Wed) 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. EVENING WALKS AT FORT McHENRY Automatically cancelled in rain, fog, etc. Park on Wallace Street.
*Directions to Fort McHenry. From I-95, take Hanover Street exit 55, McComas St (last exit before tunnel eastbound, first after tunnel westbound), north on Key Hwy which turns west, first left Lawrence St, left onto Fort Ave, continue east to gate into Fort McHenry. From the JFX, I-83, south to St Paul St exit, south on St Paul becomes Light St, then left (east) onto Fort Avenue, continue to end as above. Park on Wallace St (left just before the gate). Meet at the main gate. Leader: Jim Peters, (410) 429-0966
MAY 9 (Sat) all day. MAY COUNT (INTERNATIONAL MIGRATORY BIRD DAY) All-day count of birds in Baltimore City and County. For area assignments call compiler Joel Martin, (410) 744-9211 or email
MAY 9 (Sat) 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. SATURDAY MONITORING WALKS AT FORT McHENRY A continuing survey of bird activity at the Fort.
*Directions to Fort McHenry. From I-95, take Hanover Street exit 55, McComas St (last exit before tunnel eastbound, first after tunnel westbound), north on Key Hwy which turns west, first left Lawrence St, left onto Fort Ave, continue east to gate into Fort McHenry. From the JFX, I-83, south to St Paul St exit, south on St Paul becomes Light St, then left (east) onto Fort Avenue, continue to end as above. Park in the Visitor Center Parking Lot. Meet outside the Visitor Center. Cancelled in bad weather (high winds, fog, rain). Leader: Jim Peters, (410) 429-0966
MAY 10 (Sun) 8:00 a.m. PATUXENT NORTH TRACT (RESEARCH REFUGE) Bring lunch for all-day trip to Anne Arundel County site for Summer Tanager, Blue Grosbeak, Chat, and other Southern specialty birds. Prothonotary Warbler possible. Meet at the Nursery Road/Hammonds Ferry Road Park & Ride. Steve Sanford, (410) 922-5103 or
*Directions to Nursery Road/Hammonds Ferry Road Park & Ride. Take I-695 Beltway exit 8, (not exit 8A which goes to the tunnel). From outer loop (southbound), ramp leads to parking lot across Hammonds Ferry Road. From inner loop (northbound), follow ramp right onto Fairview, turn right on Nursery Road, right on Hammonds Ferry Road, then left at next light into Park & Ride lot.
MAY 10 (Sun) 8:30 a.m. CYLBURN SELF-GUIDED WALK. Meet at Mansion's front porch on Sunday mornings for easy birding in Cylburn's gardens and urban forest. Beginning Birders Welcome.
*Directions to Cylburn. From I-695 Baltimore Beltway, go south on I-83 Jones Falls Expressway. Take Northern Pkwy exit west (right). Move to left lane and turn left onto Cylburn Ave, left (south) onto Greenspring Ave; turn left again almost immediately at stone gate; follow drive to circle in front of mansion, 4915 Greenspring Ave. If access is blocked by construction, return to Greenspring Ave and turn right (north), then right on Cylburn Dr and right again on new driveway up the hill to the back of the grounds, parking is on left, walk towards and around the main, big mansion house to the front porch.
Coordinator: Joe Lewandowski, (410) 358-7834 or
MAY 11 (Mon) 6:30/9:00 a.m. POPLAR ISLAND Meet at Nursery Road Park & Ride at 6:30am for Carpool OR meet at Tilghman Island at 9:00 am. Habitat similar to Hart-Miller Island. Boat ride from Tilghman Island. 2 hour bus ride around Poplar Island, stopping wherever birding looks good. Scopes are very helpful. Facilities are available. Bring snacks if desired. Lunch will be at a local restaurant. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Limit 8 to 24 people. Leader: Robin Armetta. Coordinator: Kevin Graff,
*Directions to Nursery Road/Hammonds Ferry Road Park & Ride. Take I-695 Beltway exit 8, (not exit 8A which goes to the tunnel). From outer loop (southbound), ramp leads to parking lot across Hammonds Ferry Road. From inner loop (northbound), follow ramp right onto Fairview, turn right on Nursery Road, right on Hammonds Ferry Road, then left at next light into Park & Ride lot.
MAY 12 (Tue) 8:30 a.m. LAKE ROLAND (ROBERT E. LEE PARK). One in a series of weekly walks to follow the progress of Fall Migration. Habitats include woods, lake, streams and marsh. This park has an impressive bird list, including songbirds, herons, shorebirds and raptors. Leader: Paul Noell, (410) 243-2652 or . Note: there is a new meeting place for 2009 walks, as the bridge below the Dam is now closed: birders will meet at the North Entrance of the park.
Directions to North Entrance of Robert E. Lee Park (Lake Roland).
MAY 13 (Wed) 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. EVENING WALKS AT FORT McHENRY Automatically cancelled in rain, fog, etc. Park on Wallace Street.
*Directions to Fort McHenry. From I-95, take Hanover Street exit 55, McComas St (last exit before tunnel eastbound, first after tunnel westbound), north on Key Hwy which turns west, first left Lawrence St, left onto Fort Ave, continue east to gate into Fort McHenry. From the JFX, I-83, south to St Paul St exit, south on St Paul becomes Light St, then left (east) onto Fort Avenue, continue to end as above. Park on Wallace St (left just before the gate). Meet at the main gate. Leader: Jim Peters, (410) 429-0966
MAY 14 (Thu) 8:00 a.m. NORTH CENTRAL RAILROAD TRAIL We will visit a spot north of Monkton where migrants and nesters are (usually) easy to find. Minimal walking. Trip limited to 12. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED, because parking is limited. Contact the leader by May 14 for reservations and information. Leader: Debbie Terry, (410) 252-8771 or
MAY 15-17 (Fri - Sun) ANNUAL MOS CONFERENCE To be held in Frederick County. Field trips, lectures, Silent Auction and more activities. Watch the newsletters, websites and Conference Flyer for details
MAY 17 (Sun) 7:30 a.m. OWINGS MILLS MALL WETLAND Willow Flycatchers, Green Heron, Blue Grosbeak, Yellow-breasted Chat and Orchard Oriole are just a few of the birds that breed in and around the Mall's wetland area. Leader: Keith Eric Costley, (443) 985-6489 or
*Directions to Owings Mills Mall Wetland. From Beltway I-695 exit 19 take NW Expressway I-795 to exit 4: Owings Mills. Stay in left lanes onto Owings Mills Blvd. At first traffic light turn left onto Red Run Blvd. Park and meet at the lot across from the gas station, do not park at the station.
MAY 17 (Sun) 8:30 a.m. CYLBURN SELF-GUIDED WALK. Meet at Mansion's front porch on Sunday mornings for easy birding in Cylburn's gardens and urban forest. Beginning Birders Welcome.
*Directions to Cylburn. From I-695 Baltimore Beltway, go south on I-83 Jones Falls Expressway. Take Northern Pkwy exit west (right). Move to left lane and turn left onto Cylburn Ave, left (south) onto Greenspring Ave; turn left again almost immediately at stone gate; follow drive to circle in front of mansion, 4915 Greenspring Ave. If access is blocked by construction, return to Greenspring Ave and turn right (north), then right on Cylburn Dr and right again on new driveway up the hill to the back of the grounds, parking is on left, walk towards and around the main, big mansion house to the front porch.
Coordinator: Joe Lewandowski, (410) 358-7834 or
MAY 19 (Tue) 8:30 a.m. LAKE ROLAND (ROBERT E. LEE PARK). One in a series of weekly walks to follow the progress of Fall Migration. Habitats include woods, lake, streams and marsh. This park has an impressive bird list, including songbirds, herons, shorebirds and raptors. Leader: Peter Lev, 410-823-2962 or . Note: there is a new meeting place for 2009 walks, as the bridge below the Dam is now closed: birders will meet at the North Entrance of the park.
Directions to North Entrance of Robert E. Lee Park (Lake Roland).
MAY 20 (Wed) 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. EVENING WALKS AT FORT McHENRY Automatically cancelled in rain, fog, etc. Park on Wallace Street.
*Directions to Fort McHenry. From I-95, take Hanover Street exit 55, McComas St (last exit before tunnel eastbound, first after tunnel westbound), north on Key Hwy which turns west, first left Lawrence St, left onto Fort Ave, continue east to gate into Fort McHenry. From the JFX, I-83, south to St Paul St exit, south on St Paul becomes Light St, then left (east) onto Fort Avenue, continue to end as above. Park on Wallace St (left just before the gate). Meet at the main gate. Leader: Jim Peters, (410) 429-0966
MAY 23 (Sat) 8:00 a.m. PATTERSON PARK, at the White House (27 South Patterson Park Ave). Migrants found in this urban park have included: Blue-headed, Red-eyed, White-eyed and Warbling Vireos, Wood, Swainson's and Gray-cheeked Thrushes, Veery , Summer Tanager, Merlin and Woodcock! Leader: Dave Curson, (410) 675-4963 or
*Directions to Patterson Park. From downtown Baltimore, drive east up Pratt St, go left onto South Patterson Park Ave and park on this street in the first or second block. The White House is just inside the west edge of the park at intersection of S. Patterson Park Ave and Lombard St.
MAY 23 (Sat) 7:00/9:00 a.m. DELAWARE BAY Meet at Nursery Road Park & Ride 7:00 am OR Bombay Hook at 9:00 am. For a wide variety of migrating shorebirds. Possible breeding plumage Turnstones, Sanderlings, and Red Knots. Be prepared for heat and biting insects. Minimal walking. Bring lunch. Telescopes very useful. Leader: Pete Webb, (410) 486-1217 or
*Directions to Nursery Road/Hammonds Ferry Road Park & Ride. Take I-695 Beltway exit 8, (not exit 8A which goes to the tunnel). From outer loop (southbound), ramp leads to parking lot across Hammonds Ferry Road. From inner loop (northbound), follow ramp right onto Fairview, turn right on Nursery Road, right on Hammonds Ferry Road, then left at next light into Park & Ride lot.
*Directions to Bombay Hook NWR, Delaware Visitor Center. From Bay Bridge follow Rt 301 north about 34 miles. Turn right at Rt 300. Travel 19 miles to Kenton, DE. Turn right at Rt 42, go 8 miles to Leipsic. Left onto Rt 9, go 1.5 miles to inconspicuous Bombay Hook marker on right. Turn right, go to Visitor Center lot at end. Drive time from Bay Bridge about 1.5 hours.
MAY 24 (Sun) 7:30 a.m. MILFORD MILL PARK, for migrant warblers, thrushes and other song birds. Leader: Bryce Butler, (410) 728-0646 or capitano.
*Directions to Milford Mill Park. From Beltway 695, exit 18 Liberty Road, proceed west to first light at Washington Ave. Turn right, proceed to light on Milford Mill Road just after the overhead bridge.
MAY 26 (Tue) 8:30 a.m. LAKE ROLAND (ROBERT E. LEE PARK). One in a series of weekly walks to follow the progress of Fall Migration. Habitats include woods, lake, streams and marsh. This park has an impressive bird list, including songbirds, herons, shorebirds and raptors. Leader: Patsy Perlman, (410) 466-3998 or . Note: there is a new meeting place for 2009 walks, as the bridge below the Dam is now closed: birders will meet at the North Entrance of the park.
Directions to North Entrance of Robert E. Lee Park (Lake Roland).
MAY 27 (Wed) 6:00 - 8:00p.m. EVENING WALKS AT FORT McHENRY Automatically cancelled in rain, fog, etc. Park on Wallace Street.
*Directions to Fort McHenry. From I-95, take Hanover Street exit 55, McComas St (last exit before tunnel eastbound, first after tunnel westbound), north on Key Hwy which turns west, first left Lawrence St, left onto Fort Ave, continue east to gate into Fort McHenry. From the JFX, I-83, south to St Paul St exit, south on St Paul becomes Light St, then left (east) onto Fort Avenue, continue to end as above. Park on Wallace St (left just before the gate). Meet at the main gate. Leader: Jim Peters, (410) 429-0966
JUN 3 (Wed) 8:00 a.m. FIRST WEDNESDAYS AT FORT McHENRY Monthly survey of bird activity at the wetland. Telescope can be useful. Automatically cancelled in bad weather (rain, sleet, snow, fog, etc.).
*Directions to Fort McHenry. From I-95, take Hanover Street exit 55, McComas St (last exit before tunnel eastbound, first after tunnel westbound), north on Key Hwy which turns west, first left Lawrence St, left onto Fort Ave, continue east to gate into Fort McHenry. From the JFX, I-83, south to St Paul St exit, south on St Paul becomes Light St, then left (east) onto Fort Avenue, continue to end as above. Park in the Visitor Center Parking Lot. Meet outside the Visitor Center. Leader: Mary Chetelat, (410) 665-0769
JUN 5 (Fri) 8:00 p.m. WHIP-POOR-WILLS AT SOLDIERS DELIGHT Listen for the birds at dark. Meet at historical marker. Leader: David Curson, (410) 675-4963
*Directions to Soldiers Delight. From I-695 Beltway exit 18 Liberty Road go west 4 miles, bear right onto Deer Park Road just before traffic light and water tower, go approximately 1 ½ miles to the Visitor/Nature Center or 2 miles to the historical marker.
JUN 13 (Sat) 7:30 a.m. CARROLL COUNTY FIELD BIRDS Bird the fields of Carroll and/or Frederick Counties for singing and nesting Vesper, Grasshopper, Field, and possible Savannah Sparrows, Bobolink, Dickcissel, Horned Lark, Meadowlark, Willow Flycatcher, Red-headed Woodpecker. Bird half-day or bring lunch and bird the whole day. Rain date: June 26. Leader: Pete Webb, (410) 486-1217, or email
*Directions to Carroll County Field Birds. From the Beltway, take the I-70 exit east, " local ", NOT the Security Blvd exit, to lot at end of I-70 (inside Baltimore Beltway west of city).
JUN 20 (Sat) 7:30 a.m. PATAPSCO VALLEY STATE PARK, GRANITE AREA Nesting Birds. Blue-winged, Prairie, Pine Warblers, and Yellow-breasted Chat are among the 6 confirmed (11 possible) breeding warblers in the area. Boots recommended. Leader: Keith Eric Costley, (443) 985-6489 or
*Directions to Patapsco Valley. From 695 take Liberty Road (Exit 18/MD Rt 26) west for 2 miles to Old Court Road (MD Rt 125). Turn left on Old Court Road, and drive 5.5 miles through Granite to the Patapsco River. Park on the lane in the cemetery just after the Job Corps signs.
AUG 22 (Sat) 7:00/9:30am Delaware BAY Meet at Nursery Road Park & Ride 7:00 am OR Bombay Hook at 9:30 am. For herons, wide variety of migrating sandpipers including avocets. Be prepared for heat and biting insects. Minimal walking. Bring lunch. Telescopes useful. Leader: Pete Webb, (410) 486-1217, or
*Directions to Nursery Road/Hammonds Ferry Road Park & Ride. Take I-695 Beltway exit 8, (not exit 8A which goes to the tunnel). From outer loop (southbound), ramp leads to parking lot across Hammonds Ferry Road. From inner loop (northbound), follow ramp right onto Fairview, turn right on Nursery Road, right on Hammonds Ferry Road, then left at next light into Park & Ride lot.
*Directions to Bombay Hook NWR, Delaware Visitor Center. From Bay Bridge follow Rt 301 north about 34 miles. Turn right at Rt 300. Travel 19 miles to Kenton, DE. Turn right at Rt 42, go 8 miles to Leipsic. Left onto Rt 9, go 1.5 miles to inconspicuous Bombay Hook marker on right. Turn right, go to Visitor Center lot at end. Drive time from Bay Bridge about 1.5 hours.
AUG 25 (Tue) 8:30 a.m. LAKE ROLAND (ROBERT E. LEE PARK). First in a series of weekly walks to follow the progress of Fall Migration. Habitats include woods, lake, streams and marsh. This park has an impressive bird list, including songbirds, herons, shorebirds and raptors. Leader: Patsy Perlman (410) 466-3998 or . Note: there is a new meeting place for 2009 walks, as the bridge below the Dam is now closed: birders will meet at the North Entrance of the park.
Directions to North Entrance of Robert E. Lee Park (Lake Roland).
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