Spring Warbler Walk - Southern New Hampshire
May 9, 2026 — 8:30 am - 12:00 pm ET
Rain date: May 10, 2026
Last day to register: May 8, 2026
It’s warbler season, that time of year when small, bright songbirds return to New England, and birders flock to see them! Enjoy community while looking and listening for these beautiful jewel-like creatures with volunteers Amy and Sam in southwest New Hampshire. Warblers might be the stars of the day, but we’ll gladly take time to admire the many other bird species that inhabit this area. Bald eagles and ospreys nest nearby. Cute, fuzzy Canada goose babies are guarded by watchful parents. Scarlet tanagers, Baltimore orioles, and various weird ducks are frequently seen along this trail. This mostly flat route is a beautiful spot, especially when the air is filled with birdsong!
All experience levels are welcome! We’ll help each other see and identify the birds. Binoculars, or other devices to help you see, such as small scopes or cameras with a zoom lens, are highly recommended for this event but they are not required to attend. We'll also have some binoculars to lend. More detailed information regarding our meeting location will be shared with registered participants prior to the event.
Accessibility: We will plan on walking up to 2.8 miles round trip (out and back) along a wide, mostly level, unpaved trail, moving slowly and frequently stopping to search and observe. The trail surface is hard-packed dirt with some potholes and puddles when it rains. There are some weedy sections that may be a little overgrown in the spring. Portions of the trail are shaded, but much of the route is in full sun. There are no benches on this trail, and no restrooms on site.
We ask folks under the age of 18 to please register themselves and an adult to accompany them. If you require a service dog to attend, please let us know and we’ll collaborate with you on how to keep you both comfortable and hydrated at this event.
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GENERAL INFO
Location: Hinsdale, NH area (Wabanaki land, N’dakina (Abenaki / Abénaquis) land, Pennacook land)
Parking: Level dirt lot with multiple parking spaces available. No bathrooms on site!
Pets: While we love pets, we ask that furry friends who are not service animals stay at home for this adventure. Tell them we said hi!
Meet: May 10, 2026
Hike: Up to 2.8 miles (depending on the birds!) - 69 feet elevation
Cost: This event is completely free to access! We welcome donations of any amount, which help us continue to provide these programs. We appreciate your support and your contribution!
Bring: Comfortable walking shoes, water, snacks, bug spray, sunscreen, other sun protection, and a binoculars or camera if you have them!
COVID SAFETY
Masks are not required during this event, however they are welcomed if wearing one allows you to better engage with the group. PLEASE be mindful of your own and group safety. If you or anyone in your household are not feeling well, do not participate in a hike.
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Information for our land acknowledgment was gathered from nativeland.ca, which provides an estimate of original indigenous land occupation, but does not take into account migratory patterns or movement of the many surrounding communities. We recognize the historical complexity of indigenous movement across the land, and honor with gratitude the many, many surviving native nations whose land we benefit from in our work to diversify the outdoors.