Ospreys of the Patuxent Talk and Tour

Ospreys of the Patuxent Talk: Saturday, March 29, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Join us to learn about Ospreys, the often-seen “fish hawk” of local rivers and the Chesapeake Bay. Greg Kearns will cover Osprey biology on the Patuxent River, the provision of nesting platforms, efforts to increase their numbers, his banding program with the public, re-introduction efforts, satellite tracking of migration and more. This is an informative and fascinating presentation on a unique species of raptor. Light refreshments will be served. This event is appropriate for adults and kids aged 12+.

Presentation: Free for Members; $10 for Non-members

Greg Kearns, a M-NCPPC naturalist for over 35 years at Patuxent River Park in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, is an expert birder and renowned authority on sora rail birds, ospreys, and the wetland ecology of Jug Bay.