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GARDINER — In celebration of International Migratory Bird Day and the return of sea-run fish to the stream, two walks celebrating the marvel and mystery of migration have been scheduled for May 13 on Cobbosseecontee Stream.
Walkers will “experience the joy, adventure and discovery of being on an intown nature walk and learn about Cobbosseecontee,” organizers said. The walks are made possible by the work of Gardiner Rotary Club, Kennebec Land Trust, city of Gardiner, Upstream and Maine master naturalists.
Both events are free, and the second event is flagged family friendly. Attendees should meet at the parking lot at New Mills Dam on Route 126/Cobbossee Avenue and bring binoculars for an exploration of migration.
* Migration Walk — Warblers and Alewives 7 to 8:30 a.m. Saturday, May 13, Harrison Avenue Nature Trail — Rise and shine and join Cathie Murray and other Maine master naturalists on a one-mile hike to explore migration along Cobbossee Stream’s newest trail, Harrison Avenue Nature Trail.
* Family Migration Walk, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, May 13, Harrison Avenue Nature Trail — This family friendly, one mile walk will connect you with the natural history of Cobbosseecontee Stream and highlight area migratory birds and fish that return every spring to feed, nest and spawn in the Cobbossee watershed. With Maine Master Naturalists Beth Brooke and Karen Simpson you will encounter the alewife, the osprey, a beaver hut, signs of spring and a variety of birds.
