Kick off the new birding year with NTOS as we head west to the beautiful Hatchie National Wildlife Refuge! We will join trip leader Mark Greene for a morning walk around O’Neal Lake, where we’ll search for flocks of wintering waterfowl and scan the surrounding fields for seasonal specialties. Our walk will largely take place along a gravel road, but sturdy footwear is recommended.
We’ll meet at 8:00 AM at the O’Neal Lake parking area, just past the Hatchie NWR Visitor Center at 6772 TN-76 Stanton, TN 38069 (Coordinates: 35.49797, -89.26051).
Dress warmly, bring a spotting scope if you have one, and come enjoy a crisp winter morning exploring one of West Tennessee’s most scenic refuges. Let’s start the year off birding together!
For questions, contact Shelley Smith at wkusmith@gmail.com and include “NTOS Field Trip” in the subject line.
Please note: This field trip may be canceled if hazardous weather conditions arise. Any cancellations will be announced as soon as possible on the TN-Bird Listserv and NTOS’s social media accounts.