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ARCHIVES FINANCE T Carol Ghebelian Paula Willoughby Y 301-753-6754 301-862-9631 BOOKSTORE HOSPITALITY Society Warren & Beverly Walker Gwen Brewer 301-475-1615 301-843-3524 CONSERVATION MEMBERSHIP Millie Kriemelmeyer Carol Ghebelian 301-372-8766 301-753-6754 Calvert County Lynne Wheeler Jack Leighty 301-743-3236 Charles County NEWSLETTER EDITOR Art Krueger Tyler Bell 301-283-3263 301-862-4623 Prince George’s County PROGRAM Millie Kriemelmeyer Lynne Wheeler 301-372-8766 301-743-3236 EDUCATION PUBLICITY Paula Batzer Paula Willoughby 301-743-3526 301-862-9631 Charles County RAPTOR CONSERVATION Jean Artes Mike Callahan 240-274-9789 301-259-2162 St. Mary’s County Adopt-a-Raptor Beverly Walker Melissa Boyle 301-475-1615 443-340-3035 Calvert County SANCTUARY Sue Hamilton George Wilmot 410-586-1494 301-375-8552 Prince George’s County SMAS LISTOWNER Millie Kriemelmeyer Tyler Bell 2011–2012 301-372-8766 301-862-4623 FIELD TRIPS WEBMASTER Melissa Boyle Chris Ordiway L

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SEPTEMBER 7 – WEDNESDAY – 7:30 p.m. JANUARY 4 – WEDNESDAY – 7:30 p.m. “Out of South Africa, A Naturalist’s Adventure” Charlotte Hall Library, St. Mary’s County Leonardtown Library, St. Mary’s County GREG KEARNS, MD-National Capital Park and Planning 37600 New Market Road (Rt. 6 at Rt. 5), Charlotte Hall, MD 20622 23250 Hollywood Road (Rt. 245), Leonardtown, MD 20640 Commission, Patuxent River Park “The Status of the Eastern Coyote” “St. Paul, Alaska – Birdwatching Haven. A study of Seabird Telemetry” Go on a safari with naturalist Greg Kearns to see the cultural & JIM BENNETT, Habitat Manager, DNR-Wildlife and Heritage TOM HARTEN, Calvert County Public School natural beauty South Africa’s Capetown and Kruger National Service, Myrtle Grove WMA. Environmental Educator Park. This multimedia presentation will highlight the large This presentation will cover how coyotes arrived in Maryland During the summer of 2009 Tom Harten was selected as a mammals, mega fauna of the region and some notable birds. over the past several decades, where this species is present PolarTREC teacher to join in a research project in the Bering Sea You know how electrifying Greg’s talks can be, so imagine join - today and the relative numbers across the state. Some of the of Alaska. The project focused on seabird telemetry in the ing him step by step on an African safari! impacts seen will also be discussed. You’ll want to learn about Pribilof Islands, a mecca for birders from around the world. No this recent addition to our Maryland wildlife. fewer than 248 species of birds have been recorded on the island. MAY 2 – WEDNESDAY – 6:45 p.m. (field trip); In spring, many rare birds, including Siberian vagrants, can be 8:00 (lecture) OCTOBER 5 – WEDNESDAY - 7:30 p.m. spotted on the island. Please come and join Tom as he shares this Hard Bargain Farm, 2301 Bryan Point Road, Accokeek, Prince La Plata Volunteer Fire Department, Charles County wonderful experience on St. Paul. George’s County and Faith United Methodist Church, 15769 911 Washington Avenue, La Plata, MD 20646 Livingston Road, Accokeek “Michael L. Smith – The Mad Bluebird, Wildlife Photographer” FEBRUARY 1 – WEDNESDAY – 7:30 P.M. “Living Shoreline at Piscataway Park” MICHAEL L. SMITH, International Wildlife Photographer La Plata Volunteer Fire Department, Charles County KAREN JENSEN MILES, Program Director, Alice Ferguson Everyone knows the Mad Bluebird picture!! Come and meet 911 Washington Avenue, La Plata, MD 20646 Foundation the extraordinary photographer, Michael L Smith, and enjoy his “A Snapshot of Cuba Today” With several factors causing increased erosion along the world of wildlife photography. He offers revealing glimpses GWEN BREWER AND GEORGE JETT, Southern Maryland Potomac River shoreline, a stabilized “Living Shoreline” was into the lives and behavior of his subjects, as well as their Audubon Members constructed in 2010. Funded by NOAA through the American breathtaking beauty. Michael will also explain the photography In Mid-April 2011, Gwen Brewer and George Jett traveled to Recovery and Reinvestment Act, the project restored 2,800 feet set-up of many of his photographs. Come and enjoy this won - Cuba as part of the Caribbean Conservation Trust’s long running of shoreline. Come walk along the Potomac River to see how derful presentation that we are so fortunate to offer. bird survey. They searched for both resident (particularly endem - this project is monitored, and observe the many flora and fauna ic) and migrant birds as they traveled over 2,600 km and visited and bird species. Enjoy a great view of Mount Vernon against NOVEMBER 2 – WEDNESDAY – 7:30 p.m. many of the ecosystems of this isolated island country. The the magical sunset. Meet at 6:45 p.m. at the Hard Bargain Farm Battle Creek Cypress Swamp Center, Calvert County group tallied 166 species and 10,208 individual birds during the parking lot to carpool to the shore. After our one hour walk we Gray’s Road off of Sixes Road (Rt. 506), Prince Frederick, MD 10-day trip. The program will also include elements of Cuban will return to the parking lot and drive to the Faith United Call 410-535-5327 for additional information or visit culture, history, and other natural history components such as Methodist Church for Q&A and refreshments, estimate time www.calvertparks.org insects, reptiles, amphibians and plants. Don’t miss this latest 8:00. This is a special treat for SMAS. Feel free to meet us “The Art of Falconry - The World’s Oldest Sport” adventure of these intrepid travelers! wherever you can. (In case of rain, meet at 7:30 at the church) JEREMY ALLEN, Falconer Falconry dates back 3000 years and is known as the oldest sport MARCH 7 – WEDNESDAY – 7:30 p.m. JUNE 3 – SUNDAY – 1:30 p.m. in the world. Learn about the history, art and regulations of Leonardtown Library, St. Mary’s County Battle Creek Cypress Swamp Center, Calvert County hunting with a bird of prey. Jeremy will have a live bird with 23250 Hollywood Road (Rt. 245), Leonardtown, MD 20640 Gray’s Road off of Sixes Road (Rt. 506), Prince Frederick, MD him and may also be in the company with another falconer. “Saw-whet Owls in Maryland” Great close up opportunity for photographing and observing a MELISSA BOYLE & DAVE BRINKER, Maryland Department of ANNUAL MEETING live raptor. Natural Resources. Although seldom seen or heard, the Northern Saw-whet Owl is Potluck Lunch ...... 1:30 – 3:00 DECEMBER 7 – WEDNESDAY – 7:30 p.m. relatively common throughout Maryland, if you know when and Host’s Briefing ...... 3:00 – 3:30 Charlotte Hall Library, St. Mary’s County where to look. The smallest of all owls in Maryland, this species Business Meeting ...... 3:30 – 4:00 37600 New Market Road (Rt. 6 at Rt. 5), Charlotte Hall, MD 20622 is found from the Eastern Shore to the mountains. Learn about Bird Walk ...... 4:00 – 5:00 “Local Photographers Night and Holiday Gift Sale” ongoing research, what we have learned so far, and what we still Come see what others have photographed on trips, backyards, don’t know about this little elusive owl. This program is sure to Bring your family, friends, and favorite food dish and join us at this and local birding hot spots. Feel free to bring your own photos whet your appetite for “S-whets!” 100-acre nature sanctuary renowned for its primeval beauty. On the to show. Contact Lynne Wheeler by November 15 at 301-743- quarter-mile boardwalk trail gaze up at the 100-foot canopy of 3236 or [email protected] to coordinate electronic viewing APRIL 4 – WEDNESDAY – 7:30 p.m. cypress trees and listen to natures harmony of frogs calling and equipment. We are also highlighting our SMAS book and gift Battle Creek Cypress Swamp Center, Calvert County birds singing. Call 410-535-5327 for directions and additional store to help you with your hard to find holiday gift shopping. Gray’s Road off of Sixes Road (Rt. 506), Prince Frederick, MD information or visit www.calvertparks.org Gift wrapping included! Call 410-535-5327 for additional information or visit www.calvertparks.org SMAS FIELD TRIPS 2011-2012*

September 11 – Sunday – 8 AM – noon November 19 - Saturday - 8 AM - noon March 17 – Saturday - 8 AM - noon Patuxent River Naval Air Station, St. Mary’s County Mattawoman Natural Environmental Area Wildlands, Charles County Patuxent River Naval Air Station, St. Mary’s County “GRASSPIPERS” “EARLY WATERFOWL FROM THE GEORGE WILMOT TRAIL” “LATE WINTER LAND BIRDS, WATERFOWL” Leader: Kyle Rambo (301-757-0005, [email protected] ). This trip will visit Leader: Gwen Brewer (301-843-3524, [email protected] ) Come search for migrating Leader: Dean Newman (240-895-7321, [email protected] ). Meet at the Park some excellent grassland habitat on restricted access runways. Target species include waterfowl on Mattawoman Creek and for songbirds in this prime natural area. This time of & Ride lot across the street from the Lexington Park Post Office on Tulagi Place. This Buff-breasted Sandpiper and American Golden Plover. Meet in the parking lot at year as many as 5000 individuals and 13 species of waterfowl have been present, includ - trip has produced Lapland Longspur, Snow Bunting, Short-eared Owl, and waterfowl NAS Gate #1. Limited to 10 participants. Pre-registration is mandatory (call 301- ing Eurasian Wigeon. On Rt. 224 (Chicamuxen Rd.) off Rt. 225 between La Plata & Indian in the past. Facilities, no fee. You must sign up for this trip in advance. Call the leader 757-0005). Open only to US citizens. You must bring a photo ID. Head. Meet in the lower (2d) parking lot at Lackey High School (left side of Rt. 224). for reservations and security details before February 28. RSVP required. Bring a spotting scope if you have one and be prepared for a moderate walk. No facilities and no fees. This is a joint trip with Audubon Naturalist Society. RSVP required. April 21– Saturday – half day September 24 – Saturday – 8 AM - noon Jug Bay area, Prince George’s County Calvert Cliffs State Park, Calvert County December 10 - Saturday – 10 AM – 2 PM *NOTE LATER START TIME* "BIRDING HOTSPOTS ALONG THE PATUXENT RIVER” "FALL MIGRATION” Beauvue Ponds, St. Mary’s County Leader: Fred Shaffer (410-721-1744, [email protected] ). Leader: Tyler Bell (301-862-4623, [email protected] ). Neotropical migrants “WINTER WATERFOWL AT BEAUVUE” This mid-spring trip will visit several parks along the Patuxent River in southern should be near their peak. Warblers, tanagers, grosbeaks, and other songbirds. Good Leader: Sigrid Stiles. (301-872-4053, [email protected] ). View wintering waterfowl at the Prince George’s County in search of migrant sparrows and waterfowl, as well as other trails through wooded habitat & along the creek. Take Rt. 2/4 south of Prince ponds at Beauvue. We’ll also search for land birds such as Northern Harrier, American birds in the fields and forests lining the Patuxent River. Possible stops include Jug Frederick for about 14 miles. Follow signs to the park. Meet leader in parking lot. Kestrel, Short-eared Owl and Eastern Meadowlark. No facilities, no fees. Meet at Bay, Milltown Landing, and Aquasco Farms. Meet at Mt. Calvert Park at 8:10 AM to Facilities and fee. 3 miles round trip. RSVP required. Leonardtown Middle School parking lot. Drive south from Leonardtown on Rt. 5. Turn right begin the trip. Contact Fred Shaffer at 410-721-1744 for additional information. at the light at Medley’s Neck Rd then immediately left into the parking lot. RSVP required. May 5 – Saturday – 8 AM - noon October 15 – Saturday – 8 AM - noon December 14 - January 5 Battle Creek Cypress Swamp, Calvert County Cove Point Marsh, Calvert County CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNTS “BARRED OWLS AND PROTHONOTARY WARBLERS” “SHARP-TAILED SPARROWS” See other side for details on our Southern Maryland Christmas Bird Counts. Also check The Leader: Andy Brown (410-535-5327, [email protected] ) Leader: Bob Boxwell (443-404-5549, [email protected] ) Osprey or go to the SMAS website at www.somdaudubon.org for additional information. Target species include Prothonotary, Hooded and Kentucky Warblers, as well as other Cove Point beach and marsh were a unique habitat on the western shore of the notable spring migrants. Particular emphasis will be on identification by song. From Chesapeake Bay. A Living Shoreline project is attempting to restore the fresh water January 2 – Monday - 8 AM - 2 PM Prince Frederick, Rt. 2/4, 2 miles, right onto Sixes Rd. 2 miles, left onto Gray’s Rd. St. Mary’s Winter Chase, St. Mary’s County marsh after a massive breach and salt water incursion. We are targeting sparrows, Nature Center entrance on the right. Facilities, no fee. RSVP required. marsh inhabitants and migrants. This is a restricted area and we are limited to ten “START YOUR YEAR OFF BIRDING” Leader: Mikey Lutmerding (301-455-9370, [email protected] ). May 12 – Saturday - All Day guests. Reservations are required at least one week prior to the trip. Two-thirds day. Search for winter specialties in a very productive area. Expect stops at COUNTY MAY COUNTS Beauvue, Point Lookout and other hotspots. Meet at entrance to Point Lookout State Park Calvert, Charles, Prince George’s, St. Mary’s Counties October 22- Saturday – 8 AM-noon on Rt. 5. Be prepared for the cold and dress warmly. Bring scopes if you have them. Help needed from all: backyard birders, beginners, team leaders. Data and informa - Indian Head Rail Trail, Mason Springs, Charles County Facilities are along the way, no fee except Point Lookout. RSVP required. tion help save our birds! County coordinators are as follows: “RED-HEADS ON THE RAIL TRAIL” Calvert : Sue Hamilton (410-586-1494, [email protected] ); Leaders: Beth and Jason Groth (301-705-7922, [email protected] ) January 22– Sunday - 8 AM - noon Charles : George Jett (301-843-3524, [email protected] ); Piscataway Park & Hard Bargain Farm, Prince George’s County There are a few hot spots along the Indian Head Rail Trail (IHRT) that provide good Prince George’s : Fred Fallon (301-249-1518, [email protected] ); wintering habitat for Red-headed woodpeckers, yielding high numbers of individu - "WINTER WATERFOWL AND RESIDENT BIRDS” St. Mary's : Patty Craig (301-872-5670), [email protected] . als. One of the hot spots has revealed as many as 23 individuals. Come join us for a Leader: Chris Ordiway (301-203-8014, [email protected] ) See the May issue of The Osprey or the SMAS website for additional information. leisurely morning of birding along this wonderful trail and search for these beautiful Email communication preferred. This is a prime area for wintering waterfowl. The varied birds as well as sparrows and other land birds. Meet and park at MD Rt. 224 IHRT habitat of woods, farm fields and edges provides a great variety of land birds. Take Rt. 210, May 18, 19, 20 – Friday, Saturday & Sunday Parking Lot, located just East of MD Rt. 225. Indian Head Highway to Livingston Rd. (South of Farmington Rd and North of Rt. 228). Delaware Bay Take Livingston Rd. east and meet at Burger King in the Bloom shopping center, 15785 “MIGRATING SHOREBIRDS & SPAWNING HORSESHOE CRABS” Livingston Rd., Accokeek, MD 20607. No facilities or fee. Limit of 20. This is a joint trip Leader: Millie Kriemelmeyer (301-372-8766, [email protected] ). October 29 - Saturday - 8 AM - noon with Audubon Naturalist Society. RSVP required. The trip is timed for the peak migration of Red Knots, Ruddy Turnstones and other Caledon Natural Area, King George, VA shorebirds who stop at the Delaware Bay to fatten on horseshoe crab eggs before "FALL MIGRANTS AND RESIDENT BIRDS” January 28– Saturday – all day resuming their journey to northern Canada. Dover, Delaware area hotspots will be Leader: Mike Callahan (240-765-5192, [email protected] ). Ocean City, MD to Indian River Inlet, DE visited: Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge, DuPont Nature Center, and The Caledon Natural Area is a Virginia State Park on the Potomac River on the oppo - "WINTER COASTAL BIRDS” Delaware Bay beaches. Early hotel reservations at Dover Comfort Inn are recom - site shore from Riverside and Nanjemoy. Meadow and river bottom, swamp and Leader: Fred Shaffer (410-721-1744, [email protected] ). mended; RSVP with the trip leader is required. Come for one day or the whole trip. marsh habitats and is known for Bald Eagles (at least 15 in one spot!), Red-headed This mid-winter trip will visit the lower eastern shore and various inlets and bays along the All ages are welcome. Contact leader for details. Woodpeckers too. Last fall we had flocks of both Wood Stork and White Pelican at coast in search of waterfowl, gulls, and other winter birds. Stops may include the Caledon! Meet at MD 301 visitor center just north of Harry Nice Bridge. Toll south - Cambridge waterfront, Naylor Mill Road (viewing of gulls from the Salisbury landfill), May 26 – Saturday – 8 A.M. – noon bound for bridge. Contact leader for more info. Limited to 12 participants due to Ocean City inlet, and Indian River inlet. Call leader for carpooling/meeting information. Smallwood State Park, Charles County Youths especially welcome! space in the park van. RSVP required. $3 vehicle fee. Contact Fred Shaffer at 410-721-1744 for additional information. 2750 Sweden Point Road, Marbury, MD 20658 “MULTI-HABITAT BIRDING” February 4 – Saturday – 9AM - 11AM Youth Trip November 6 – Sunday - 8 AM - noon Leaders: Lynne Wheeler (301-751-8097, [email protected] ) and Jean Artes. This Point Lookout State Park, St. Mary’s County is one of our favorite parks as it has such a wonderful varied habitat. The walk will Myrtle Grove WMA, Charles County Youths especially welcome! “SCOUTING FOR BIRDS” offer you forest interior dwelling species, field/meadow species, raptors, wading "BIRDING FOR ALL LEVELS” Leader: Melissa Boyle (443-340-3035, [email protected] ). birds, shorebirds, and gulls. Previous trips have revealed Prothonotary, Hooded and Leader: Fred Burggraf (301-934-8042, [email protected] ). Diverse habitat for Ages 8-12. Join scouts looking to complete badge requirements and learn winter birds. Kentucky Warblers. No reservation required, so you can make a last minute decision! hawks, sparrows, woodpeckers, and early waterfowl. Great for beginning birders! There is a fee to enter the park. Dress warmly, and bring binoculars. Pre-registration The park meeting location will be posted at the entrance gate. A $3 vehicle fee is From Rt. 301 in La Plata, take Rt. 225 west about 4.5 miles to the WMA on the right. required. E-mail registration preferred. Meeting location to be determined. Contact leader required. From Rt. 225(Hawthorne Rd)/Rt. 224 (Chicamuxen Rd) intersection take From Rt. 210 take Rt. 225 east about 4 miles to the WMA. Follow the dirt road to for details. Rt. 224 approx. 3 miles to park entrance on right. the end (about a mile) and meet in the parking lot near the lake. RSVP required. February 5 – Sunday – 8 AM - noon Barn Owls & Breakfast, Charles County Youths especially welcome! Jefferson Patterson Park, Calvert County November 13 - Sunday - 8 AM - noon Mid-May to early June, Sunday morning, To be determined. See The Osprey and SMAS “WINTER WATERFOWL TRIP” King’s Landing Park, Calvert County website for date selected Leader: Tyler Bell (301-862-4623, [email protected] ). Open fields and wooded areas “LATE FALL BIRDS” Leader: Mike Callahan (240-765-5192, [email protected] ). can provide good land birding and the river frontage for close views of winter waterfowl. Join our Raptor Conservation Committee Chairman Mike Callahan for a new version Leader: Tom Harten (301-780-6196, [email protected] ) Call or email the leader for directions to the meeting location. RSVP required. King's Landing Park, in Huntingtown, offers a variety of habitats attractive to win - of B&B. Trip participants will enjoy breakfast before we check a Barn Owl nest box and possibly band the nestling owls. This trip will take place on private property, so tering birds including forest, open fields, freshwater wetlands and the Patuxent River. March 9 – Monday – 8 PM the location is not advertised. There is a $3 fee to help cover the cost of food. Bring We'll meet next to the CHESPAX office near the main parking lot of the park. King's Owl Prowl, Charles County Youths especially welcome your own reusable plate, mug and utensils to help make this a "greener" trip. Sign up Landing is located 5 miles north of Prince Frederick following Route 4. Turn left Leader: Mike Callahan (240-765-5192, [email protected] ). with Mike at 240-765-5192 so food can be ordered. Limited space available and you onto Old Town Rd. (MD 524). Turn left at Bowen's Grocery Store and continue On this night hike we will listen and look for owls in Charles County. Due to the sensitiv - will be notified of meeting location upon sign up. RSVP required. straight for about 3 miles to park entrance. RSVP required. ity of possible nesting owls, the meeting location will be given when you call leader Mike Callahan at 240-765-5192 to sign up. * Before heading out to any field trip, please check the website for any last minute changes. The website address is: www.somdaudubon.org SOUTHERN MARYLAND GENERAL MEETINGS are held from September Society. Help for each of these counts is needed from AUDUBON SOCIETY through May, usually on the first Wednesday of the all: backyard birders, beginners, team leaders. The data P.O. Box 181 month. These meetings, publicized in advance, are open and information collected help to save our birds and Bryans Road, MD 20616 to the general public and feature a guest speaker or film their habitat. dealing with topics of natural history and conservation THE SOUTHERN MARYLAND AUDUBON as detailed in this brochure. Arrive at 7:00 p.m. for DECEMBER 18 SOCIETY (SMAS) is a chapter of the National refreshments and socializing before the program starts. Sunday - Port Tobacco Count Audubon Society (NAS) and is the largest citizen Coordinator: Gwen Brewer (301-843-3524) group involved in nature study and natural resource AN ANNUAL MEETING for election of officers is conservation issues in the Southern Maryland counties usually held on the first Sunday of June. The program DECEMBER 18 of Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s and southern Prince includes a potluck lunch, election of officers, lecture or Sunday - Point Lookout Count George’s. SMAS was founded in 1971 and in 1972 was other program event and late afternoon bird walks. Coordinator: Bob Boxwell (410-394-1300) chartered by the National Audubon Society. SMAS is a Members are encouraged to bring guests. non-profit organization, incorporated in Maryland JANUARY 1 with its activities financed by a membership dues- MEETINGS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS are Sunday - Patuxent River Count sharing arrangement with NAS and by SMAS fund held August through June, usually the last Wednesday of Coordinator: Andy Brown (Work 410-535-5327) raising activities. It operates under the provisions of an the month, to conduct the business of the Society. approved constitution with business conducted by Members are welcome to attend. See The Osprey for the JANUARY 1 directors and officers elected by its members. date and location of the next board meeting. Sunday - Fort Belvoir Count MD Area Coordinator: Carol Ghebelian (301-753-6754) YOU CAN BECOME A MEMBER OF SMAS by THE MONTHLY NEWSLETTER, The Osprey , is joining NAS or by joining SMAS as a Chapter-Only sent to each member by email or traditional USPS mail A SMALL BOOKSTORE is managed by SMAS and member. See below for membership rates. A National delivery. To receive your copy via email please visit our operated at each monthly meeting as a service to Membership brings you six issues of the Audubon website for detailed information regarding multiple members. The inventory includes a variety of field magazine. Chapter-Only and National Memberships options. For regular mail delivery either send us a note guides and other nature books, including books for provide you the SMAS newsletter, all rights and to our mail box as noted in this brochure, or give our children. Nest boxes, specialty items, and shade- privileges of memberships, and make contributions to Newsletter Editor a call. It can also be accessed grown coffee are also offered. Requested items can be conservation in Southern Maryland and throughout the anytime at our website. It contains information on special ordered. USA. Membership dues are sent to: monthly programs, field trips, environmental issues, and local chapter activities. A RAPTOR CONSERVATION PROGRAM Southern Maryland Audubon Society, conducts raptor research in Southern Maryland to P.O. Box 181 A 50-ACRE WILDLIFE SANCTUARY called include the search for nesting sites for Barn Owls and American Kestrels and the placing of nest boxes where Bryans Road, MD 20616. Nanjemoy Marsh Sanctuary, located on Nanjemoy Creek appropriate. It also conducts annual banding in Charles County, is owned and operated by SMAS. operations of nestling Ospreys, Barn Owls, and Chapter-Only, Individual/Family ………... $20.00 American Kestrels. This work is principally funded by Chapter-Only, Senior/Student…………… $15.00 FIELD TRIPS are arranged by a Field Trip our Adopt-a-Raptor program that seeks foster parents Committee for various weekends from September for each year’s banded birds. See The Osprey or contact (For Chapter-Only Membership, make the check through June. The field trips, led by experienced our committee for further information. payable to Southern Maryland Audubon Society. All members, introduce participants to the natural history dues go to SMAS) of various localities throughout Southern Maryland. JOIN OUR YAHOO GROUP and receive current Special youth trips are also featured. A telephone notices of meetings, field trips, conservation issues, or National, Regular (Renewal)…………….. $35.00 number is listed with each leaders so participants can to report and share bird sightings. Go to National, Introductory (one year)..………. $20.00 get information about appropriate clothing and http://groups.yahoo.com and in the search field type: National, Senior/Student…………………. $15.00 equipment, or cancellation. md-smas. We also welcome you to…

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