Felicia,

     If you haven't already done so, check out the site guides for Allegany and Garrett County at http://www.westernmdbirding.com
Clicking on the tab for your county of choice should get you started.

J.B. Churchill
Frostburg, MD
http://www.westernmdbirding.com

On May 11, 2012, at 4:19 PM, Felicia Lovelett <> wrote:

> I am (finally) going on my first birding trip to Western Maryland. I'd love
> to get some favorite birding site recommendations from others.
> 
> I'll be staying in Cumberland and probably won't go further west than
> Savage River State Forest on this two-day trip.
> 
> My main interest is successional/edge/grassland habitat, but the state
> parks are (I assume) predominately woodland habitat. I'm an active hiker
> and enjoy birding on more rugged terrain. In addition to the usual birding
> gear I'll be taking a set of maps, a reliable GPS and trekking poles.
> 
> Should I wear bear bells as well as bug repellent?
> 
> I plan to go a long morning hike in one area, perhaps drive a bit and then
> do another long afternoon hike.
> 
> Thanks in advance for any advice!
> 
> Felicia Lovelett
> Sykesville, MD
> 
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