Early May is a perfect time to grab your binoculars and trek within wetlands and meadows maintained by the Fishers Island Conservancy.

Spring rains have soggyed and broadened native grasses providing a perfect habitat and food sources, especially for wading birds on “stilts”.

*Great Egret, Ibis pond, Parade Grounds.

From the Field, Field Note, Justine Kibbe, May 7, 2019