Winter BirdINNg: Meeting Locations & Tips

Black Scoter photo courtesy of Frode Jacobsen. Harbor and Gray Seals photo courtesy of Rita Modesti.

MEETING LOCATIONS

Friday, February 27

  • Beach to Bay Hotspots – Indian River Inlet to Prime Hook NWR: South jetty of the Indian River Inlet, DE, near Big Chill Beach Club, 27099 Coastal Hwy, Bethany Beach, DE 19930. GPS coordinates: 38.607106, -75.062124
  • Delaware Bayshore – Bowers Beach to Port Mahon: the parking lot at the Bowers Beach Boat Ramp (intersection of Clinton Cubbage Road and Cooper Ave. in Bowers, DE GPS coordinates: 39.058611, -75.398910

Saturday, February 28

Sunday, March 1

  • Assawoman Wildlife Area: meet in the parking lot near the entrance to the Assawoman Wildlife Area, located at 36991-36945 Camp Barnes Road, Frankford, DE 19945. The parking lot is located ~0.1 miles past the entrance on the left. GPS coordinates: 38.498409, -75.095598
  • Ocean City Inlet & Heron Park: Southeast corner of the Hugh T. Cropper Inlet Parking Lot, located at 809 S Atlantic Avenue, Ocean City, MD 21842 (meet along the seawall) GPS coordinates: 38.324866, -75.087150

Google Map of all meeting locations

Click on the Google map for specific meeting locations for all field trips, tally rallies and Dogfish Head establishments!

Some common sense approaches to make your winter birding trips more enjoyable:

  • Wear appropriate clothing and shoes for winter weather near the ocean! Boots are preferred on trips that include hiking.
  • Carry sunscreen, sunglasses and/or a hat to protect yourself from the sun. You can still get sunburn in the winter.
  • Bring rain gear as all events are rain or shine.
  • Try to arrive a little before the scheduled trip departs.
  • Boat trips usually fill earlier than other trips; please make your reservations early.
  • For boat trips: If you are prone to seasickness, you may want to consider Dramamine or Bonine (both are sold over-the-counter), or whatever natural preventative you prefer. Please don’t wait until you’re on the boat to take your medication. Follow the instructions to make sure you have a great experience birding on the Delaware Bay and Atlantic Ocean.
  • Most trips are not appropriate for young children. Please use your discretion when registering.
  • Be courteous to your fellow birders. Speak quietly and turn off cell phones during trips.
  • There are restroom facilities on most trips, but there may not be restrooms available at all stops. Please use the facilities when they are available to you!

Please note:

  • No cancellations are accepted after February 13, 2026. For a further explanation of our refund policy, please click here.
  • Trips will go rain or shine, unless torrential rains prevent us from viewing wildlife.
  • If the trip is canceled due to dangerous conditions, we will notify you via email. Please note that the email will be sent to all participants BCC, so you may need to check your email spam folder. A full refund will be provided within 15 days.