Join NH Audubon for a birding outing along the trails at the NH Audubon’s Kwak’s/Smith Sisters Wildlife Sanctuary in Newmarket. The Kwak’s Sanctuary is part of the 1,200-acre Follett’s Brook Watershed. This property has an excellent variety of habitats, from dense hemlock forests to beautiful wetlands and open meadows. We can expect to see birds such as Bobolinks, Scarlet Tanagers, and Wood Thrushes.

This is an informal birding outing that begins at the parking lot and explores the trails at a nice easy pace. All ages and skill levels of birders are welcome. If you are new to birding, come and learn the basics! If you are an avid birder, come to network with other birders, or share your expertise with the group.

This is a free event. Binocular rental is provided. Please dress for the weather, with sturdy shoes. Expect to walk between 1-2 miles over varied trails with some elevation change through grassy and wooded terrain. Trails may be soggy or muddy in the rainy season. Also, as a reminder, prepare for the sun and any insects we might encounter. Dogs are not allowed on this walk.

By attending this event, you and anyone you register on behalf of agree to NH Audubon’s Outdoor Education Program Liability Release & Agreement Waiver. Please contact Public Programs Coordinator Nicole Hertel with any questions.

Birding Outings are free to attend. If you feel inspired to support New Hampshire Audubon’s work, please consider a gift to our Annual Fund at nhaudubon.org/donate. Your contribution supports priorities like environmental education for people of all ages across NH, stewardship of nearly 10,000 acres of conserved habitat, science-based environmental policy and advocacy, and statewide conservation research and wildlife monitoring.