Find Bicknell's Thrush at Saddleback

Birding in the Rangely Lakes Region

6/9 - Friday, 6:15 AM or 6/10 - Saturday, 6:15 AM
 

This strenuous trip focuses on birding the high-elevation spruce-fir forests of Saddleback Mountain for boreal forest birds. In addition to standard birding gear, participants must bring a day pack, 2 liters of water, a bagged lunch, bug repellent, sunscreen, a raincoat or windbreaker, and a head net. 

• Key Species: Bicknell's Thrush 
• Physical demands: Expect approximately 2 miles of hiking on mostly uneven terrain. Saddleback Maine will provide transportation to the Bicknell's Thrush habitat. Participants will hike down. 
• Difficulty: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
• Parking: Park along the Access Road before the Lodge on the left. 
• Meet: At the Saddleback Welcome Sign and flagpole. 
• Arrival: 6:15 AM
• Depart: 6:30 AM 
• Return to Parking: 2:30 PM
• Cost: $70