Plum Island Birdwatching
A two-hour birdwatching tour on the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, located on the southern end of Plum Island. This tour visits the diverse habitats that supports a fantastic diversity of birds. Plum Island supports birds associating with the following habitats ... open ocean, near-shore ocean, sandy beach, rocky intertidal zone, primary dune, estuary, tidal saltwater and brackish marsh. Plum Island is a US Top 100 birding destination. This trip begins at the Visitor's Center for the Parker River NWR. The trip is a combination of in-car, car stops, and walking in pursuit of birds in various habitats.
Tour Guide - Steve Hale, holds university degrees in marine biology, evolutionary biology, and ecology. He has lived in the Seacoast region of New Hampshire for 25 years.. An avid hiker, birder, and experienced naturalist, Steve loves to share his experience and knowledge with others.
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Date and Time
Sunday Oct 6, 2019
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM EDT
Saturday October 6th from 8am - 10am (this trip may be able to start when it suits your party).
Location
This trip starts at the Visitor's Center for the Parker River NWR,
6 Plum Island TPK, Newburyport, MA 01950
From there we drive onto the refuge in pursuit of fantastic birds.
Fees/Admission
2-hr Birding Tour
Adults $59
Youth (12-18) $29
Admission Fee onto the refuge is covered by the Open World Explorers Special Use Permit
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Contact Information
Ph. - 603.767.7895
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