A new study on the economic impact of birders was recently released from
Ohio Sea Grant.  The study was done at six birding sights along Lake
Erie ,  with Magee contributing the largest number of participants.
Many of you filled out the Birders Survey here at Magee Marsh as part of
this study.   The full report will be released to the public soon by
Ohio Sea Grant, but the bottom line is that birders mean business.
Thanks to all of you who took part in this important study. 

Also wanted to let you know that our Walking Trail behind the Bird
Center is partially closed due to the eagles nest.   We will have a
scope on the nest inside the Bird Center so that we can watch the
progress of this pair of eagles.  At least until the leaves come out!
The trail will probably remain partially closed until July 1. 


Happy Birding.

Mary L. Warren
Wildlife Communications Specialist
Magee Marsh Wildlife Area
13229 W. State Route 2
Oak Harbor, OH  43449
419-898-0960 #31
FAX: 419-898-4017
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