Chestnut Grove Field Trip

Larry Bernhardt will lead a field trip to Chestnut Grove Natural Area (CGNA). Meet at the preserve’s main parking lot (directions below) at 7 a.m. CGNA is an ideal place to view wildlife and observe nature due to habitat diversity, which includes stream corridors, wetlands, open water, grasslands, and forested uplands, as well as its location along the Susquehanna River migratory corridor. Target species for this trip are early migrating raptors and shorebirds, songbirds, and grassland birds. CGNA is located south of Washington Boro. Follow River Road for 2.1 miles past the Turkey Hill processing plant to the point where River Road makes a sharp turn to the right. Stay on River Road for .7 miles to where Chestnut Grove Road goes straight ahead, and River Road makes a sharp turn to the left. Stay on Chestnut Grove Road for .2 miles. CGNA parking lot is on the right. Be prepared to walk mostly in the sun on trails and service roads. Snacks, water, sunscreen, and insect repellent are recommended. A Porta-John is located at the parking lot. Contact Larry at (717) 314-1461 or sjbernhardt@verizon.net by 6 p.m. the day before if you have questions or to register for the trip.

Location: Chestnut Grove Natural Area, 43 Chestnut Grove Rd, Conestoga, PA 17516

Contact: Larry Bernhardt (717) 314-1461 or sjbernhardt@verizon.net