Spring Migration Magic at Presque Isle - Spring Bird Migration at Presque Isle is a spectacle that thousands of people enjoy each year. Presque Isle State Park has been rated by Birder’s World magazine as one of the top birding spots in North America. Presque Isle’s location on the Atlantic Flyway makes it a favorable spot for birds to stop to feed and rest on their migration across Lake Erie. Over 300 different species of birds have been identified on the peninsula. We will review some of the wood warblers, flycatchers, woodpeckers, finches, vireos, swallows, and other birds that can be seen at Presque Isle. Susan A. Smith
Susan A. Smith interest in birds grew after receiving her first Golden Field Guide of the Birds of North America when she was a child. It took her awhile to learn that she shouldn't look for a Vermillion Flycatcher in Erie! She has taught birding classes, lead field trips and helped monitor the Snowy Owl invasion in Erie this past winter. She also writes articles about birds, birding, and rescues birds for Tamarack Wildlife Rehab. Susan recently retired as Director of Development at the Achievement Center, and currently serves on the following: Presque Isle Advisory Committee, Presque Isle Audubon Society, Tamarack Wildlife Rehab & Education Center.