Coffee, cocoa, and relatively mild temperatures energized last weekend’s pre-Superbowl Duck Walk. Spotting a young Bald Eagle overhead right at the beginning didn’t hurt either. Led by expert birder Dan Berard, over 30 participants took an hour-long stroll along the Seekonk, seeing and learning about several types of winter-only waterfowl, some year-rounders, and an impressive array of Mallard– American Black Duck hybrids. Thanks to Dan’s powerful scope, even beginners were able to distinguish a far-off Common Goldeneye from a bufflehead.Warmer weather will bring several more events this year, including woodland birding, music, nature-themed events, and drop-in work sessions that are vital to keeping the park in shape (and surprisingly fun).
