Birding Guide - Door County Wisconsin

BIRDING IN DOOR COUNTY
Whether you’re a seasoned expert or a budding novice, Door
County’s diverse array of natural habitats is sure to astound
with over 300 miles of picturesque shoreline, five state parks,
19 county parks, two nature sanctuaries, and 13 Door County
Land Trust locations. Discover and explore secluded forests,
sweeping meadows and striking vistas where over 300 of the
800 species of birds, or more than 1/3 of the native North
American bird population, have been documented. Visit our
designated bird cities where conservation efforts have enhanced the environment for wildlife and ensured world-class
bird watching opportunities year-round.
Rose-breasted Grosbeak
Eastern Towhee
Indigo Bunting
Eastern Meadowlark
Osprey
Red-breasted Nuthatch
Brown Thrasher
Downy Woodpecker
House Finch
Great Blue Heron
Common Female Merganser
Northern Cardinal
BIRDING CHECKLIST
Once you spot each of these common Door County birds,
check them off your list.
White-crowned Sparrow
Baltimore Oriole
Bird photos by: Paul Regnier
SEASONALITY OF BIRDS
Tundra Swan
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Turkey Vulture
Sandhill Cranes
A great deal of wildlife watching and bird watching in
particular, depends upon timing. Spring is the perfect time
to spot gulls, terns, cranes, pelicans, colorful warblers in
the woodlands, and other waterfowl among flooded fields
and thawing shoreline. As summer arrives, keep a watchful
eye out for a sighting of the beautiful indigo bunting, scarlet tanager, and rose-breasted grosbeak. With the arrival of
fall, the familiar sound of geese fills the air as they migrate
south for the winter, leaving behind a variety of year-round
feathered friends that includes cedar waxwings, American
goldfinches and bald eagles.
For more information including specific birding site maps
visit DoorCounty.com/Experience/Birding
Ruby-throated Hummingbird
American Robin
DOOR COUNTY - A BIRD CITY
WISCONSIN COMMUNITY
Eastern Kingsbird
Northern Flicker
EDUCATION & TOURS
The Clearing
Week-long bird classes focusing on field trips and bird identification.
TheClearing.org
Crossroads at Big Creek
A 125-acre preserve focusing on science, history and environment.
www.crossroadsatbigcreek.com
Door County Land Trust
WHAT IS A BIRD CITY?
Bird City recognition is received by communities that strive
to educate the public and implement sound conservation
practices designed to address common threats that have
resulted in declining urban bird populations. Door County
was designated a Bird City Wisconsin community on July
28, 2014. For more information on bird cities in Wisconsin,
visit BirdCityWisconsin.org.
The following communities received their own individual
Bird City Wisconsin designation.
Baileys Harbor
The most biologically diverse municipality in the state of
Wisconsin, where pristine ecosystems comprised of boreal
forest, alder thicket, mixed conifer-hardwood forest, and
wetland serve as home to over 90 species of birds.
TownofBaileysHarbor.com
Egg Harbor
A quiet harbor village that welcomes birders of all ages
and levels of experience to a one-of-a-kind adventure
along its very own Bird Trail. Hike along the marina, past
orchards, open fields, and quiet countryside for a glimpse
of avian arrivals both common and rare.
VillageofEggHarbor.org
Ephraim
From the meandering paths of the Ephraim Wetlands
Preserve to the serene trails of Peninsula State Park and
the Ephraim Preserve at Anderson Pond, explore and
discover diverse ecosystems home to 31 nesting species of
birds.
Ephraim-DoorCounty.com
Protects and preserves over 6,500 acres of Door County’s pristine
natural habitats which are ideal for bird watching and wildlife study.
DoorCountyLandTrust.org
Door County Tours
Embark on a variety of bird tours and outings led throughout Door
County by owner and naturalist, Paul Regnier. DoorCountyTours.com
Door County State Parks
Offering a variety of bird hikes and introductory classes throughout the
year. WiParks.net
Door Islands Bird Festival
Held late May/early June on Washington Island and the surrounding
northern Door County Islands. Observe, discover, and help raise funds
for habitat preservation. IslandBirdFest.org
Nature Conservancy
International land trust preserving lands for people, wildlife and birds.
Nature.org
Open Door Bird Sanctuary
The only nature center within 150 miles devoted to wild bird
rehabilitation and community education in the heart of Door County.
OpenDoorBirdSanctuary.org
The Ridges Sanctuary
Organizes and hosts a number of birding hikes and events throughout
the year. RidgesSanctuary.org
Washington Island Art and Nature Center
Offers fun, educational bird hikes and informational classes for adults
and children. wianc.org
Wisconsin Society of Ornithology (WSO)
Wisconsin’s premier bird conservation organization. Membership based
with field trips, annual convention and newsletter. WSOBirds.org
DoorCounty.com
1015 Green Bay Rd | Sturgeon Bay
800-527-3529 | info@doorcounty.com
BIRDING GUIDE
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PLEASE DO NOT DISTURB: BIRDING WITH ETHICS
Ecosystem and wildlife preservation are imperative to the future. Set an example for others as a good steward of Mother Nature by
practicing these principles from the American Birding Association when you take to the trails.
• Use restraint and caution to avoid stressing or exposing birds and wildlife to danger at all times.
• Limit use of recordings and other means of attracting birds in a heavily birded area. Never attract threatened, endangered, or
rare species in your area.
• Maintain a generous distance from nests, nesting colonies, roosts, and feeding areas.
• Stay on roads and trails as much as possible to avoid habitat disturbances.
• Avoid the use of artificial light for filming and photography.
For additional information and a complete review of the ABA Code of Ethics visit www.aba.org
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For detailed maps of these locations visit
DoorCounty.com/Experience/Birding
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1. Baileys Harbor Beach
2. Cave Point County Park
3. Crossroads at Big Creek
4. Door County Land Trust’s Bayshore Blufflands Nature Preserve
5. Door County Land Trust’s Detroit Harbor Nature Preserve
6. Door County Land Trust’s Domer-Neff Nature Preserve
7. Door County Land Trust’s Ephraim Preserve at Anderson Pond
8. Door County Land Trust’s Heins Creek Nature Preserve
9. Door County Land Trust’s Lautenbach Woods Nature Preserve
10. Door County Land Trust’s Legacy Preserve at Clay Banks
11. Door County Land Trust’s Richter Community Forest
12. Door County Land Trust’s Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Nature Preserve
13. Door County Land Trust’s Three Springs Nature Preserve
14. Egg Harbor Marina
15. Ellison Bluff County Park
16. Forestville Flowage
17. Logan Creek
18. Meissner Preserve Nature Conservancy
19. Mink River - Shoenbrunn
20. Newport State Park - Fern Trail
21. Newport State Park - Monarch Trail
22. Newport State Park - Sugar Bush Trail
23. Newport State Park - Upland Trail
24. Peninsula State Park - Nelson’s Point
25. Peninsula State Park – Weborg Point
26. Potawatomi State Park
27. Ridges Sanctuary - West
28. Rock Island State Park
29. Rowleys Bay Marina
30. Toft Point
31. Toft Point - South
32. White Cliff Fen & Forest State Natural Area
33. Whitefish Dunes State Park
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Birding Locations
Sunrise Rd
Main Rd
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State Park
Island Indian PointRd Jackson
Harbor
Foss Rd
Jackson Harbor Ridges
Jackson Harbor Rd
Percy Johnson
County Park
HOG ISLAND