Sunday, April 13, 2025 6:30 am – 12:00 pm
Walk starts at Edisto Nature Trail at 7:30am
An optional (weather permitting) drive down Hyde Park Road is planned for the return drive.
Location: Meet at SI Real Estate Office to Car Pool to Edisto Nature Trail (Google maps says 50 minute drive)
Edisto Nature Trail: 17038 Ace Basin Pkwy Jacksonboro, South Carolina
Max: 15
Cost: Free to members, $10.00 for guests
Trip Leader: Bob Mercer
Come join us for spring migration, Beyond Our Backyard, at the Edisto Nature Trail. This park, within the ACE Basin on Highway 17, is both a migrant hot spot and a known nesting area for a number of sought after bird species. The park, adjacent to the Edisto River, has a variety of habitats along its one point five (1.5) mile looped trail.
Some of the bird species we hope to see, and have encountered in prior years, includes such Warbler Species as Prothonotary, Worm-Eating, Black and White, Swainson’s, Kentucky, and Hooded. Other possible bird species include Veery, Scarlet Tanager, Blackburnian Warbler, Rose-Breasted Grosbeak, Blackpoll Warbler, Prairie Warbler, Blue-Winged Warbler, Warbling Vireos, and a variety of raptors.
This nature trail has a number of boardwalk cross overs to assist in traversing potentially wet areas. Appropriate footware is recommended, even during dry spells. Participants should also consider these other items to maximize their comfort and enjoyment: binoculars, bug spray, sunscreen, hats, layered clothing to adjust to the morning’s weather, field guides if print is your preference, eyeglass-lens cleaner, water, snacks, camera, and a pack or shoulder bag for your needs.
Weather permitting, for those looking to extend their day, we will drive Hyde Park Rd on our return home. Hyde is a productive corridor for spring migrants that parallels Savannah Highway.
If you are not yet a 2025 SIB member, you may become a member by following the instructions on our website: http://seabrookislandbirders.org/contact/join-sib/. You may bring the form and your dues to the event. Or you may pay the Guest Fee of $10.
Please register no later than Friday, April 12, 2025. All registrants will receive a confirmation letter the day prior to the event.