DESCRIPTION: See why the Western Hemisphere Shorebird Reserve Network (WHSRN) recognized the Altamaha River Delta as one of the major reserves for shorebirds. Little St. Simons Island, Egg Island, Little Egg Island Bar, and Wolf Island National Wildlife Refuge, at the mouth of the Altamaha, have been protected for the last century. These islands are important as a stopover for migratory and wintering birds traveling between the Artic and South America. "There are very few places as valuable to such a large and diverse number of coastal birds in all the southeast United States." Cruise around these islands with Georgia Department of Natural Resources senior scientist Brad Winn who has been studying the birds of these islands. Lunch will not be provided but there are several good restaurants in the area.
BIRDS:
Terns, gulls, shorebirds
Trip Rigor: Easy – Boat travel can be cold and wet depending on current weather conditions – please dress accordingly.
Recommended
Needs: Appropriate attire is shoes that can get wet and loose, comfortable clothing appropriate for the predicted temperature and weather conditions. Rain gear is a must, as well as sunscreen, hat and sunglasses. Water, snacks/lunch, cameras, binoculars, and film are also recommended.
Your
Leader: A native of Massachusetts, Brad Winn received a bachelor’s degree in wildlife biology from the University of Vermont and has been working on coastal conservation issues in Georgia since 1987. A biologist for the Georgia Department of Natural Resources ( DNR), Brad works in DNR's Brunswick office overseeing the Coastal Non-game Wildlife program.
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