Are you interested in doing some early December birding and supporting one of the Upper Valley's premier non-profits?  If so, join a birding walk at the Wilder Dam this Saturday morning, December 9.  As one of many activities for "The 19 Days of Norwich, 1% for the Haven", I'll meet anyone who is interested for 90 minutes (or so) of leisurely birding.  We'll convene at 9:00 am in the parking lot just above the Wilder Dam, south of and across from the playing fields.  From there, we'll stroll down to the dam, where you'll have a good chance to glimpse one or more Bald Eagles, which are reliable year-round residents there.  We'll also look for waterfowl and any other birds in the area.  We'll walk from the dam up to Kilowatt South park (with a chance for more waterfowl and landbirds such as Northern Mockingbirds and late sparrows [I had a N. Flicker there yesterday]), and, if time allows, do some feeder watching along Passumpsic Avenue, wrapping up by ~10:30. 

This walk is geared to birders of all ages and levels.  But, you do need to be willing to offer a contribution to the Haven - we suggest a minimum donation of $10.  Please make sure to dress warmly, with a hat and gloves, and wear warm, waterproof boots.  The weather forecast now is reasonable, with partly sunny skies and temps in the mid-20s F, but we all know that could change, so be prepared for worse. If you have binoculars, bring them.  If you don't, no worries, we'll share.

I hope to see some of you in Wilder next Saturday morning!

Chris