Join the Madison FBC chapter on Saturday, August 21 from 9am-11am as we search for waterfowl, shorebirds, and wading birds at Nine Springs, a series of retention ponds near the sewerage district that are managed as a wildlife area. With fall migration on its way, we expect to see several species of waterfowl, herons, shorebirds, swallows, songbirds, raptors, and more. This location draws in a lot of birds which is why we think you'll love it so much!
Whether you are just getting started birding or have years of experience, all levels are welcome.
RSVP is required so we can make sure our trip leaders can accommodate everyone. Once everyone arrives, we’ll break into small groups.
Directions and Parking: We’ll meet at the parking lot at 1949 Moorland Rd (directions). It is a medium-sized paved parking lot. It has handicap parking and a restroom. For those interested in biking, this location is directly off the Capital City State Trail bike path.
Accessibility information: This location is potentially wheelchair accessible. We will be walking a short stretch on a flat, paved bike path, then transitioning to flat, crushed gravel trails along the dikes that border the ponds. Please contact us (see email below) if you have questions about if the trail can accommodate your mobility device. We expect to cover roughly 2 miles during this event and will be moving slowly. There is a restroom at the parking area.
Binoculars are available upon request. You will have the option to indicate if you need a pair before you checkout.
In the event of inclement weather we will cancel and notify you no later than the night before at 6:00PM.