The Pennsylvania Society for Ornithology is holding a "Birding Spotlight" of Cameron County over the weekend of October 14-17, 2022.  Sinnemahoning State Park is hosting two guided bird walks and one pontoon boat tour as part of that weekend event.

Description of Bird Walks at Sinnemahoning during Cameron County Spotlight

Friday, October 14 : 2 PM – 3:45 PM.  Bird walk at the 40 Maples Day Use Area.  Goes through open field, early successional habitat, and may include conifer forest and mixed deciduous forest, depending on route choice of participants.  Likely species: sparrows, confusing fall warblers, backyard birds. Includes an overview of where to go in the park to see other species.  Distance 1.5-2 miles over slightly uneven gravel and natural trail surfaces. Minimal elevation change, some small hills. Sturdy shoes recommended.  Led by park educator and local birder Barb Gee.  Park in main parking lot of 40 Maples Day Use Area, GPS 41.4509, -78.0472. Meet at Pavilion 1.

Saturday, October 15:  7 AM – 9 AM, (may run later depending on amount of birds seen). Bird walk on the Lowlands Trail.   Goes through mixed lowland habitat and open fields.  Likely species: sparrows, confusing fall warblers, backyard birds.  Includes an overview of where to go in Cameron County to see other species.  Distance 1.5-2 miles, slightly uneven gravel and natural trail surfaces and some off-trail meadow walking. Minimal elevation change, some small hills. Sturdy waterproof shoes recommended.  Led by local birder Mark Johnson.  Park at the Wildlife Center (park office) GPS 41.4735, -78.0562.  Meet by the main door of the building.

Sunday, October 16: 7:30 AM – 9 AM.  Pontoon boat ride with stops along edges of 145-acre lake.  Viewing habitat includes shoreline, tributaries, mature hardwood forest, meadows, and mixed lowland habitat. Likely species: waterfowl, shorebirds, sparrows, etc.  Includes an overview of where to go in the park to see other species.  Dress in warm layers as it is cool on the lake in the morning.  Life vests will be provided.  No walking required; boat is wheelchair accessible.  Led by park educator, with spotting and identification done by participants.  Park at Lake Day Use Area, GPS 41.4226, -78.0296.  Meet at the boat launch.