Date: 8/10/25 4:16 pm From: Ken Copenhaver <copenhvr...> Subject: [VTBIRD] Missisquoi NWR Bird Monitoring Walk
Please join us for our monthly bird monitoring walks on the refuge. Ken
Copenhaver and Julie Filiberti lead the walks on various refuge trails on
the 3rd Saturday of each month (except December when it is on the 2nd
Saturday). The purpose of the walks is to gather long-term data on the
presence of birds, their abundance, and changes in populations.
Observations are entered into the Vermont eBird database where the Cornell
Lab of Ornithology stores the data. These walks are appropriate for birders
of all skill levels and provide a wonderful opportunity to learn about
birds throughout the seasons. After 184 months of walks, we have recorded
166 species of birds.
This month's walk will be on *Saturday, August 16, from 8:00 to 10:00 AM a**t
the Jeep Trail*. Meet at the Louie's Landing parking lot on Rt 78, about 3
miles west of Swanton village. We will open the gate and drive to Mac's
Bend where we will start the walk.
*Trail Description**:* The walk starts at a gravel parking lot at Mac’s
Bend. The trail follows the river and thus is level. The trail is very
close to the riverbank edge in one section. The trail surface is uneven,
with many roots, rocks, and ruts. There are no benches. We usually walk
about a mile and turn around, making it approximately a 2-mile walk.
*Trail Conditions:* While there shouldn't be any standing water on the
trail, there could be wet grass, so waterproof shoes are recommended.
If you have any questions, contact me at <copenhvr...>
