Hike along the Susquehanna River and Deer Creek in search of wildflowers and early spring migrating birds with John Canoles. With an April timeframe, we should see the end of the early spring wildflowers such as Virginia bluebells, Dutchman’s breeches, drooping trillium, Virginia spring beauty, and cut-leaved toothwort. Migrating birds may include the blue-gray gnatcatcher, parula warbler, yellow-rumped warbler, Louisiana waterthrush, palm warbler, prothonotary warbler, bald eagle, and osprey.
The trail may be muddy and the terrain can be uneven in some places.
John Canoles is an ecologist focusing on the identification and assessment of natural resources and the creation of natural upland and wetland habitats. He is also involved in nature education, having helped design the nature walk and Butterfly House at Ladew Gardens and the Accessible Trail at Cromwell Valley Park, and has taught “Introduction of Birdwatching” classes for Johns Hopkins Odyssey Program, Community College of Baltimore County, and Cromwell Valley Park. John also writes a monthly Nature Notes column for the Baltimore County Country Chronicle newspaper. He is a member of the Harford Bird Club and the Harford County Land Trust and is on the board of Trustees for Ladew Topiary Gardens.
John, like most of the other people who lead NHSM field trips, is a volunteer, so your money will go directly to support the programs, the nature collections, and the building that make this kind of nature education possible. Donate or become a member of the Natural History Society of Maryland by visiting https://marylandnature.org/support-maryland-nature/.
Remember to
Dress according to the weather. Layers of clothing work best.
Wear sturdy closed-toe hiking boots or sneakers with non-slip soles that can safely handle slippery surfaces.
Bring water, snacks, sunblock, bug spray, and for your camera, an extra battery, memory card, and lens-cleaning cloth.
Bring binoculars, a few will be available to borrow.
Bring your guidebooks.
No pets, please.
The exact meeting location will be listed on your confirmation email after payment has been received.
NEW – Payment and Cancellation Policy: Payment is due online at the time of registration. Cancellations made seven or more days in advance of the event will receive a refund minus a 5% processing fee. Cancellations made within seven days of the event will not receive a refund. NHSM retains the right to update or change these requirements at any time.
For questions, please email Jayne at JAsh@marylandnature.org.
