Find your binoculars, and join ACT and Al Sgroi for a few hours of bird watching and identifying. The birds are back in town and busy nesting!

This is a great time to get up early and go bird watching, as according to BirdCast, more than 1,430,400 birds crossed Middlesex County after sunset on May 13 in 2024. This is peak spring migration time! Visit the site linked above regularly to check out what types of birds you might expect to see daily. 

Downloading the Merlin Bird ID phone app by Cornell Bird Labs is recommended. This app helps identify birds by color, size and behavior. It also has Sound ID, which listens to the birds around you and shows real-time suggestions for who is singing. During our walk we will use this app to help us identify the birds we hear, and know what to look for. 

You don't have to be an expert to join us! This is a walk for all levels of birders, experienced to beginner, but no pets are allowed at this event. We will walk 1-2 miles on various surface trails. Bring your binoculars, water, sun protection and bug repellent. Some loaner binoculars will be available. Your local library might also have bird kits available for loan. 

Register for the Spring Bird Walk below. A copy of this registration form will be sent to you and you’ll get an email a few days before the event with location and parking info. Registration is limited to 25 people. 

For more information or questions, please contact Jody Harris at jharris.actonconservationtrust@gmail.com.