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Tuesday, March 16

Sky Dance of the American Woodcock

Description

On March evenings, male American Woodcocks turn wet meadows into a runway performing their iconic ritual dance during the peak of their courtship

Just after sunset these unique birds spiral high into the darkening sky and tumble back down, putting on one of early spring's great performances. Your naturalist will start with the natural history behind their odd shape and stranger sounds, then take you into the field to watch and listen for the display. You will also learn what woodcocks need to breed successfully and how you can help them closer to home.

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American Woodcock © Jonathan Eckerson
When
  • Tue, Mar 16, 2027 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Who

Adults

Cost
  • Adult Members $15
  • Adult Nonmembers $20

Instructors

  • Nicaela Haig - Senior Teacher Naturalist

What To Expect

Meet in the Holmes Road parking lot at Canoe Meadows in Pittsfield.

Terrain is level or gently sloping, and the trail surface may be uneven or slippery from mud, ice, or snow.

More details on what to bring and expect will be emailed to you ahead of the program.