Great news about Magee Marsh and Crane Creek. Sounds like good decisions are
being crafted among our agencies. I support maximum possible return of
habitat for birds--more accessible birds along an expanded low-impact trail
system to spread out birders would be helpful.

I think it will become evident in the future that birds, birders, and the
Birding Trail may best be served by using a Point Pelee adaptation. I agree
we need newbie-friendly birding at special places to capture involvement of
youth and new adult interest. A shuttle service approach might be just the
thing for the Birding Trail, for new and "experienced" birders alike. The
seasonal nature of the demand for transport is a business problem without
obvious solution.

Economics, at least in part, will determine future approaches. I'm certain
the Point Pelee service is heavily subsidized by the government in Canada.
I'm not so sure we'll see that happen on the US side. A good case for
subsidy can be made, and we should give this some thought.

Tom Bain

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