7:45 to 10:30 a.m. Explore in carpools this now-closed landfill adjacent to the Blue Mash Nature Trail. Mostly open terrain on a gravel road, including two pond views. In addition to sparrows, raptors, and waterfowl, shorebirds are possible if there are mudflats at the big pond. We will meet at the entrance to the landfill at 7:45 a.m. All parties must enter and exit the landfill together, so latecomers/leaving early cannot be accommodated. This trip is best for youth ages 8 and up due to the frequency of getting in and out of the car. MENTORS: Mark England and Becky Cromwell. You can RSVP for them here: https://tinyurl.com/YMBCFall23. If you are interested in being a mentor on a walk, please reach out to us at [email protected]

THIS TRIP IS FULL.  Come explore this “new” park on a former golf course. The area offers multiple habitats, including a small marsh, wooded areas, and lots of meadow areas for potential winter sparrows. In its first 10 months as a park, birders identified 147 species. Some parts have steep hills. Meet at 8 a.m. in the parking lot. Limit: 10. LEADER: Anne Mytych at 240-506-0236 or [email protected].