Bird Watching in the Mountain State
There are 300 plus species of birds that inhabit the state during some portion of the year. More than 75 of these species are known to breed in the state, with the remainder being migrants that pass through or species that spend the winter here. West Virginia has a temperate climate, diverse vegetation and dramatic topography.
Late spring through early fall is when avian diversity is highest in the Mountain State. From April to July you can rise early and hear the songs of the various species that breed here. Fall and spring are good times to see birds migrating over major waterways and along mountain ridges. Even winter affords the bird watcher access to over 50 species that brave West Virginia’s rugged weather.
Southern West Virginia Bird Watching
Our friends at Mavis Manor, offer lovely accomidation for the bird watchers in Southern West Virginia. Mavis Manor offer 3+ miles of hiking trails located on Flat Top Mountain. The Inn Keeper being a bird lover, has 7 feeders viewable from the house. Wild Turkey are know to inhabit the mountain side. He even claims to have seen the Bald Eagle that lives near the area. If you looking for the perfect getaway Mavis Manor would be it. 20 minutes from Pipestem, and 45 from Hinton.
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The 2008 New River Birding and Nature Festival.
May 5-11, 2008 for bird watching at it's finest! http://www.birding-wv.com. |
