*Note updated meeting time* Each late afternoon in winter, crows travel from all directions to a communal winter roost. In our area, Springfield hosts around 7,000 birds, which is a spectacular sight to see as they stream in by the hundreds and interact and vocalize with each other. Patti Steinman and Jim Lafley will lead us as we watch for behavior, listen to the different vocalizations, and observe this amazing natural phenomenon. The meeting spot will be at Mercy Medical Center, 271 Carew Street, Springfield in the staff parking lot. Directions to the lot will be sent in the reminder email to those registered. Dress appropriately in warm layers for sitting/standing outside or in cars in cold weather. Please note there are no facilities or rest areas. Questions? Email Patti at psteinman@massaudubon.org. Limited to 15 participants. (E)

As part of this program, an online Zoom presentation will take place on Friday, February 6 from 7 to 8 pm. This optional presentation is recommended for participants to help you better understand what you are observing on the field trip. 

Zoom Link is: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81027591709?pwd=NvM3bi14gKC8vDVF32b6YVr2FxzMJC.1

Passcode: 857746

Field Trip designations:
(E) – Easy conditions, fairly accessible for most, usually flat terrain on improved trails or roads. 
(M) – Moderately difficult, more challenging trail conditions, short steep sections, longer hikes.
(S) – Strenuous conditions, muddy or rocky trails, steep sections, difficult footing in part.