We're pleased to offer these special opportunities to spend time in the field with some of the stars of the birding world. All of these celebrities have graciously agreed to donate their time, so 100% of the proceeds from these walks will benefit bird research and education!
Birding with Jason Ward
Date: Monday, May 11 Time: 8-11 AM Where: Maumee Bay State Park Meeting Spot: Maumee Bay State Park Nature Center Fee: $50 donation to participate Registration required Limited to 20 participants CLICK HERE to see a map of the meeting location
Join Jason Ward, from the YouTube series “Birds of North America”, on an adventure at the Maumee Bay State Park. You’ll have the opportunity to discuss spark birds while looking for that Townsend’s Warbler he missed when he was at The Biggest Week in 2019 filming. Check out the “Birds of North America: Young Birders of the Buckeye State” episode for more information.
Maumee Bay State Park offers excellent birding opportunities. Wetlands near the nature center are great for shorebirds and waterfowl, plus warblers and songbirds alike. In addition to marsh and swamp wetlands, several prairies and meadows add more diversity to the park's landscape.
Birding with Tom Stephenson & Scott Whittle
Date: Wednesday, May 13 Time: 8-11 AM Where: Maumee Bay State Park Meeting Spot: Maumee Bay State Park Nature Center Fee: $50 donation to participate Registration required Limited to 20 participants! CLICK HERE to see a map of the meeting location
We're just so tickled to offer this incredible opportunity to spend the morning birding with Tom and Scott. Not only did they write the quintessential guide to warblers, they're also really nice guys, too! Tom and Scott have graciously agreed to donate 100% of the proceeds from this trip to the Ohio Young Birders Club. Not only are you getting an amazing morning of birding, you're helping to support a great cause, too!
Birding with the Kaufmans
Date: Thursday, May 14 Time: 8-11 AM Where: Maumee Bay State Park Meeting Spot: Maumee Bay State Park Nature Center Fee: $50 donation to participate Registration required Limited to 20 participants! CLICK HERE to see a map of the meeting location
Kenn and Kimberly Kaufman are considered one of America's top "birding couples." They've dedicated their lives to the cause of birding and bird conservation, and traveled the globe in pursuit of some of the world's most bizarre and beautiful birds. No matter how far they roam, though, the Kaufmans have a special fondness for Northwest Ohio and Magee Marsh -- and they can't wait to share the experience with you. This walk always sells out VERY quickly, so plan to reserve your spot as soon as registration opens.
Birding with Richard Crossley
Date: Friday, May 15 Time: 8-11 AM Where: Maumee Bay State Park Meeting Spot: Maumee Bay Nature Center Fee: $50 donation to participate Registration required Limited to 20 participants! No transportation provided CLICK HERE to see a map of the meeting location
Ramble around Maumee Bay State Park with noted bird ID expert and field guide author (The Shorebird Guide and Crossley ID Guide series), Richard Crossley. Maumee Bay State Park provides multiple habitat types to search for some of the 278 species (35 species of warblers) recorded on eBird. Multiple wetlands, prairies, and uplands provide a picturesque backdrop for Richard to share his knowledge on how he observes birds.