Photo: Swainson’s Thrush by Mick Thompson

Meet at 7:30 AM at the Quil Ceda Village Walmart lot west of Marysville (I-5 exit 200). Park away from the store to the east near Quil Ceda Blvd. (next to I-5). The outgoing tide should cooperate with a mid-morning visit to Kiket Island. Other stops likely include Pioneer Park in La Conner, Similk Beach, Channel Drive and March Point. There should be a good selection of water and woodland birds. Dress for the weather. Pack a lunch.

Trip Leader: Phil Dickinson, 336-692-3760