Due to the recent storm—we are canceling this outing.

American Woodcocks are easiest to find at dusk in early spring, when the male performs a marvelous display flight, or “sky dance.”  We will attempt to locate a few woodcocks at Kennebunkport Conservation Trust again this year.  It can be difficult to locate the bird in dim light, so we will listen for the distinctive, buzzy peent call given by the male.  We will make our best attempt to spot a displaying woodcock, as it is an experience not to be missed!

Prior to looking for woodcocks, we will meet for a pizza dinner and games at Kennebunkport Conservation Trust Headquarters.  If you are planning to attend this field trip, please RSVP to the email invitation to help us get a headcount for the pizza. We will provide a vegetarian option. If anyone need gluten free crust, please note that in your R.S.V.P. (The pizza dinner will be covered by MYBC.)  A variety of game options will be available, including birding trivia and board games, so come apply your birding skills in a fun, new way!  After munching down some pizza and playing entertaining birding games, we'll head out into the evening to look for woodcocks.

LOGISTICS: Dress in layers and wear comfortable, WATERPROOF shoes—it can be quite mucky in spots.  We may be trekking through some wet, muddy fields, so rubber boots or waterproof hiking boots are best.

Also bring the following: hat & gloves, warm coat, filled water bottle, binoculars, and a backpack in which you'll keep your stuff.  If you do not have binoculars, MYBC can provide you with a pair. 

MEET UP and PICK UP: Meet us at 5:00 pm at the Kennebunkport Land Trust headquarters parking lot at 57 Gravelly Brook Rd, Kennebunkport, ME 04046. Pick up will be at the same location around 8:00 pm.