Monhegan Island Birding Trip
Monhegan Island has become one of the premiere destinations for spring migration in the northeast. The dramatic seaside cliffs, unspoiled forests, and quaint fishing village provide the setting for an amazing birding experience. Warblers, flycatchers, vireos and thrushes are all just part of the attraction. Highlights in recent years have included Bell's Vireo, Golden-winged Warbler, Blue Grosbeak, and Summer Tanager. When conditions are ideal, the concentration of migrants can be staggering. Audubon guides have experienced this trip under all conditions and participants have never been disappointed. Also included is a cruise around Eastern Egg Rock, the southern most breeding colony for Atlantic Puffins. Black Guillemot, Arctic Tern and Roseate Tern all can be found there as well. The trip includes three nights at the Trailing Yew Inn, a delightful century-old inn illuminated by kerosene lamps. Fee incudes three nights of accommodations, breakfast, puffin tour, ferry tickets and guided walks. Lunches, dinners and transportation are not included. Trip departs from Port Clyde Maine on the 10:30 am ferry.
Monhegan Island, Maine; May 15-18, 2015; Program Fee: $695/member; $745/ non-member; No transportation, lunches or dinners included. Ages: 16 .