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Join us as we monitor a variety of bird species at Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge. This month's Bird Monitoring Walk will be on Saturday, March16, 2013 on the Old Railroad Passage Trail. Meet at 8:00 AM at the parking lot located on Tabor Rd about 1 mile past the refuge Visitor Center. If you have any questions, just reply to this email. The monthly walks will gather long-term data on the presence of birds, their abundance, and changes in populations. The information we gather will be entered into the Vermont e-Bird database where data is stored by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and the National Audubon Society. These walks are appropriate for all levels of birders and provide a wonderful opportunity to learn about birds throughout the seasons. Led by Bridget Butler and Ken Copenhaver, Friends of Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge board members. After 36 months of walks we have observed 123 species. Hope to see you there! The Visitor Center will be open after the walk until 2:00 pm. Stop in and see the nature exhibits on display and learn more about the refuge. Trail conditions: I was out to the trail this morning. Conditions varied from no snow to 2 inches of slushy snow to muddy spots. Occasional puddles were easily avoided. Depending on weather this week, conditions could change, so chose footwear accordingly! --Ken Copenhaver For information on other refuge events, visit: http://friendsofmissisquoi.org/