Join Peggy MacLeod on an early morning walk on the Mitch's Way trail parallel to the Connecticut River. This location is a favorite of spring migrants such as warblers, vireos, thrushes, orioles, and flycatchers. We expect to cover a little over a mile on the trail, which is dirt/grass and is relatively flat with uneven sections, and can be muddy. Be sure to wear appropriate footwear. Insect repellent is recommended. There are no facilities or rest areas. 

Because parking at the trail is extremely limited, we will first meet at 6:30 AM on Old Mountain Road near the gate to Skinner State Park and carpool to Mitch's Way. Questions? Contact Peggy at sunraven99@gmail.com. Limited to 10 participants. (M)

OPTIONAL: Some birders may want to extend their morning to look for Worm-eating and Cerulean warblers “across the street” at Skinner State Park.  We will begin birding at either the summit parking lot and walk down the semi-steep paved road about half a mile, or park at the halfway parking lot and walk up the inclined road about ½ mile.

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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.