Lake Erie Wing Watch Region is for the Birds!
Lake Erie Wing Watch (LEWW) is a unique committee dedicated to promoting birding in Erie, Lorain and Ottawa counties in Ohio.
The Lake Erie Wing Watch (LEWW) areas are home to more than 300 bird species, including majestic bald eagles, colorful migratory warblers, and graceful great blue herons. Add an abundance of other wildlife, from the famous walleye to the lesser-known melanistic garter snake. Plus the region has many varieties of plant life, without which the entire ecological system of Lake Erie would change.
Located between Oak Harbor, OH to the west and Lorain, OH to the east, this waterfront region on the southern shore of Lake Erie includes marshlands, deep forests, natural springs, limestone quarries, rocky shorelines, and the only undeveloped natural estuary on the Great Lakes.
Each year, LEWW hosts an annual birding event called Lake Erie Wing Watch Weekend. The location of the event is rotated between the representative counties: Erie, Lorain & Ottawa. Plan to join us for this educational, yet fun event.
| Bird
Watching Tips
· Always follow designated trails and paths. Stay clear of private property. · Never remove items from natural areas. Leave flowers, shells, nuts, and animals for others to enjoy. · Please stay a considerable distance from nests so animal parents can find food and care for their young. · Never knowingly disturb wildlife by getting too close, pointing, moving abruptly, or speaking loudly. · Avoid chasing or repeatedly flushing birds. · Obey state regulations. You will be prosecuted for venturing beyond signs posted "Endangered Species Nesting Area Trespassing Unlawful." · Migratory birds need restful areas to refuel before continuing their journeys. Keep disturbances to a minimum. International treaty, as well as state and federal laws, protect all migratory birds. · Not everyone is an early riser. Being quiet is simple courtesy. In residential areas, keep voices low and vehicle noise to a minimum before 9 a.m. · Be careful not to point optics toward people or houses. · Express gratitude to individuals and businesses that go out of their way to accommodate your birding interests or needs. · Wear binoculars everywhere. It is the best way to share the economic importance of bird watching.  |
Lake Erie Wing Watch Weekend Things get started Friday night with a Sunset Hike at Edison Woods Reserve. Saturday begins with a Breakfast with the Birds at Old Woman Creek. Then head over to BGSU Firelands College where the rest of the days events take place. Concurrent sessions on a variety of birding topics will be going on all morning and afternoon. All day Saturday there will be exhibitors and vendors set up, a guest speaker, raffle drawing and lunch will be available. The featured speaker is William Thompson III, and he will speak on "No Child Left Inside: Getting Kids into Birds." Saturday evening there will be an open house at BACK TO THE WILD wildlife rehabilitation center in Castalia with light refreshments included. Sunday there will be a variety of field trips to choose from including Magee Marsh in Ottawa County, Sheldon Marsh in Erie County and Sandy Ridge in Lorain County. |
