Much has changed since we left for our vacation on February 23^rd. Immediately upon our return, we had to depart the state for a few more days for a family matter. In the meantime, the vanguard of spring migration both literally and figuratively passed over our heads. Here are a few observations of note over the past four days since returning to the state.

• 1 Red-winged Blackbird (Maine FOY), Kittery Rest Area, 3/10.
• 8 Common Grackles (Maine FOY), Over Exit 25, Kennebunk, 3/10.

• In the following days blackbird numbers continued to increase, as did migrant Song Sparrows.

• 10 Green-winged Teal, Bernard Lown Peace Bridge, Auburn-Lewiston, 3/12.

• 1 drake Gadwall, 11 Northern Pintails, 5 Red Crossbills (including 1-2 singing males), etc, Reid State Park, Georgetown, 3/13.

Bradbury Mountain Spring Hawkwatch gets underway on Sunday!

But the main reason I am posting this week despite the few days of observation is that Sunday, March 15^th begins the 20^TH YEAR of the Bradbury Mountain Spring Hawkwatch! Join Zane Baker and project volunteers at the summit from 9-5 every day (weather permitting) from March 15th through May 15th. Can we reach least year’s record count?

Upcoming Tours.

• Woodcocks Gone Wild!

March 28^th or 29^th.  This tour is currently sold out. Please contact us to be added to the waiting list.

• Portland Explorer Collab Tours.

Our collaboration with Portland Explorer has expanded once again, with the 12^th season of the Birds on Tap – Roadtrip! series, but also new Birding and History tours. All of the 2026 outings are now posted and are open for registration.  To learn more about these unique experiences, check out my recent blog entry.

2026 Birding Tours in Portland, Maine with Portland Explorer and Freeport Wild Bird Supply !