Under the leadership of Lisa Schibley, Manomet’s North American Coordinator for the 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, and extensive knowledge about the area from Friends of Ellisville Marsh. Registration is required for this free event. Registration closes on Friday, May 9 at 12 PM.

Parking:

Park at Ellisville Harbor State Park, 1861 State Road, Plymouth, MA 02360. We will meet here and walk to Shifting Lots Preserve together.

What to Wear & Bring:

• Sturdy, closed-toed shoes – waterproof if possible
• Binoculars
• Scope if possible
• Water
• Snacks
• Extra layers

Conditions:

• Uneven, varied, and wet terrain

Restrictions:

• All ages are welcome!
• No pets
• Limited to 50 participants

Rain Date:

Sunday, May 11, from 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Participants will be notified via email by the night of May 9 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.

Free to attend, registration is required.
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