Montana Grasslands and Prairie Spring
Adult Trip

Program Location: North America
Leaders: Wayne Petersen, Director, Important Bird Areas program
Fee: $2,660 m / $2,660 nm
Dates: June 5, 2010-June 14, 2010

Join us at a number of Montana’s Important Bird Areas to search out signature prairie species such as McCown’s and Chestnut-collared Longspurs, Sprague’s Pipits, Upland Sandpipers, Long-billed Curlews, Baird’s and Grasshopper Sparrows, and others. Pronghorns and Prairie Dogs – the latter with their attendant Burrowing Owls -- are other highlights. Ferruginous Hawks, Swainson’s Hawks and Golden Eagles are regular sightings; with luck we may find the rare Mountain Plover. In addition to birding, we will find that the prairie wildflowers, the region’s mammals, and the local Montana culture are all enjoyable. This is farming and ranching country with a lot of open space, beautiful rivers, and small towns with local flair. Portions of this tour price will go towards the Massachusetts Important Bird Area program.

Instructions and Directions: Call for a detailed itinerary

For more information:
Please contact Tours and Travel at 800-289-9504 or e-mail travel@massaudubon.org. Download the tour reservation form*.

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