Led By: Steve Minard

Explore the Allegan State Game Area, including the Swan Creek Highbanks and the Todd Farm Unit, for winter birds.  Bald Eagle and Rough-legged Hawk are likely to be near the flocks of Canada Goose at the Todd Farm Unit.  Wild Turkey, Northern Shrike, and Ross’ Goose have been found here in past winters.  With luck, winter finches will make an appearance.  Birders of all skills are welcome.

Essentials: Meet at the McDonald’s in Hudsonville, and car pool from there.  A spotting scope will come in handy on this trip.  A bit of food and a warm beverage will take care of any hunger pains.  We plan to bird until noon, lunch afterwards is an option.

Safety Hazards: Cold weather and slippery winter driving are the main hazards.  As with winter trips in particular, bad weather may cancel the trip.  Driving in a caravan can be hazardous.  Get directions from the leader for travel to the next stop.  Please exercise caution on the roads at all times, and watch the car ahead of you when driving in a caravan.  Please have a passenger handle all radio or phone communications while in a car.