Our friends at The Maryland Port Administration are pleased to invite us for a special birding opportunity at Hart-Miller Island on Tuesday, September 24, 2024.

This event will take place from 9 AM - 1 PM. Please arrive at 8:50 AM and park at Weaver’s Marine Services, 730 Riverside Drive, Essex, MD 21221. We will receive a safety briefing and life jacket before boarding the boat for the tour, which is approximately a 25-minute boat ride to and from the island. Once onsite, we will be taken to various birding stops via bus.

This birding experience is free, but space is limited, so please only reserve a space if you are available and committed to attend. Please don't bring unregistered guests and always check if you started on the waitlist to be sure you've been added.

WHAT TO BRING / PARK INFO:

• Sunscreen / Sun Protection

• Insect Repellant

• A waterproof bag to protect your phone, camera, etc.

• Comfortable, preferably waterproof, footwear. Some of the birding stops are unpaved.

• Water and snacks

• If you have binoculars, please bring them. We have few extra pair to lend for the walk.

• There are restrooms at the boat house, but none on the boat or on the island.

CANCELLATION: The walk will proceed in rain (best time to bird!), but will be cancelled in the event of heavy downpours or thunderstorm; cancellation will be at least 2 hours before meeting time. So please check before you head out.

Photo: Caspian Terns, Stella Tea