Spring Migration Birding Tour
Spring Birding Tour at Pope Farm Conservancy
Saturday, June 1st, 2024 at 7:30 a.m.
Speaker: Mike McDowell, Nature Photographer and Local Birding Expert
Calling All Birders
Join us for an early morning avian adventure at Pope Farm Conservancy with local birding expert Mike McDowell. With Mike’s expert guidance and keen insights, you’ll have the opportunity to witness the awe-inspiring spectacle of migratory birds as they head north after their winter sojourn. Whether you’re an experienced birder or a novice enthusiast, this tour promises unforgettable encounters with nature’s winged wonders amidst the stunning landscapes of the conservancy. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this extraordinary spring migration experience! This is a great way to start the day and meet other local birders.
Wear good walking shoes and dress for the weather. Don’t forget to bring your binoculars and camera, too.
This tour is free and open to the public – no registration is necessary.
Program Details
Date/Time:
Saturday, June 1st at 7:30 a.m.
Address:
Pope Farm Conservancy, 7440 Old Sauk Rd, Verona, WI 53593
We will meet in the LOWER parking lot.
Speaker Bio:
Mike McDowell has been observing and documenting the avifauna in the Middleton area since the early 1990s. He began leading field trips for Madison Audubon in the spring of 2002 and has observed almost 300 bird species in Dane County. Mike is probably best known for his bird photography which can be found on the web at birddigiscoper.com. His photographs have appeared in newspapers, magazines, calendars, and were even featured on a Wisconsin state license plate and a local beer label. Mike was the recipient of the 2012 Bronze Passenger Pigeon Award from the Wisconsin Society for Ornithology, which is presented to individuals who have made outstanding contributions in their local communities or in the state to promote the field of ornithology. He was also a finalist in Swarovski’s Digiscoper of the Year photography contest in 2009 and 2010. Mike has been employed at Vortex Optics for nearly two decades.
