All birders, but especially new birders, are welcome on this half-day trip, which will focus on the identification of ducks at these premier county spots for winter waterfowl. Meet at 8 a.m. at the Visitors Center at Black Hill Regional Park, and bring a spotting scope if you have one. Limit: 16. LEADER: Gerry Hawkins at [email protected] or 571-277-8406. Emily Huang at [email protected] will co-lead.

THIS TRIP IS FULL - WAITLIST ONLY. Full day (to dusk). Early waterfowl and lingering migrants plus late afternoon marsh watch. Brown-headed Nuthatch possible. Bring lunch and drinks. Limit: 12. LEADER: Mark England at [email protected] or 240-308-4114.