Spring Warbler Migration Workshop

The spring migration of warblers here on Cape Cod begins in late April with the arrival of yellow-rumped, palm, and pine warblers. As May progresses the number of species as well as the abundance of individuals increases to create some very exciting woodland birding.

Identifying these bright-colored, high-energy woodland sprites can be overwhelming and confusing as they sweep over the Cape in a tidal wave of fast-moving, tiny birds. They never seem to stand still long enough to focus our binoculars!

In anticipation of the yearly warbler migration, naturalist Peter Trull is offering a comprehensive, colorful, slow-paced, and educational workshop to sort species and practice identification, so it comes easily in the field by the time they arrive. Learn key distinguishing features between species in plumage, habitat preferences, and behavioral characteristics.

This comprehensive workshop is intended to prepare you for the spring migration. With practice, this colorful, exciting, and challenging onslaught of spring warblers will become so familiar that during the month of May, we can relax and take our time. Prepare early so you are able to sort and appreciate the variety of species during field classes, on your own, or when birding with friends.

Peter Trull has been involved in wildlife research and education for over 45 years. He holds a Master’s Degree in Education and has written nine books about Cape Cod natural history. Birds of Paradox-The Life of Terns was released in spring 2019 and his most recent book, Cape Cod – Once Around the Sun, released in May, 2023, is a tribute to John Hay and his 1961 classic, Nature’s Year.

Date:

Saturday, April 27 (12:30-3:30 p.m.): Harwich Community Center (Multi-Purpose room)

Cost: $40 per person.

Photos courtesy of Peter Trull.