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, 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. 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 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.
Piping Plover spotted at the 2023 Shifting Lots Bird Walk.
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