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*Cancelled Due to Extreme Weather* First Day Wildlife Hike at Swan Harbor Farm
January 1, 2018 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
$5
**Regrettably we will be canceling our first day hike due to severely low temperatures. With wind chills in the single digits we can’t in good conscience invite you all outside. Keep an eye out for our next winter event that we will schedule once we get some good snow cover. Thank you for your understanding. Your safety is our priority. Stay warm and have a happy New Year’s day!**
Join us to start off 2018 the right way, outdoors and enjoying both wildlife and some fresh winter air! What better location than one of Harford County’s most beautiful places and one that few people truly get to explore? Since this is a birding hotspot and given the time of the year we will focus our program on birds as well as the mammal species that utilize the park. As we hike we will discuss different wildlife habitats and what utilizes each as we explore from the upper bay along the woodland areas, around several wetlands, and down to a small creek. We will train you on what signs to look for during the winter including tracks while hopefully having some exciting wildlife sightings!
We will meet at the parking area towards the end of Timber Lane where the Maryland Agricultural Education Foundation building is located.
Notes:
* Please make sure to where warm clothing and comfortable shoes/boots with thick socks since we will be crossing multiple habitats that can be muddy or wet with snow.
* There will be wildlife viewing and photography opportunities so bring binoculars and cameras.
* Children welcome but we will not be using established trails for the most part so they must be able to walk or be carried since strollers will not be able to traverse the landscape
* Bring water and a snack
Please direct any questions or if you can’t find the group the day of to 443-333-9453.
We are a non-profit that relies on the generosity of our community to fulfill its mission. A suggested donated of $5 per person is appreciated.
This program is supported by Harford County Parks & Recreation who is opening Swan Harbor for us on New Years Day as well as Harford County Office of Economic Development.