Toll Free: 800.328.8368
Phone: 512.328.5221
Upcoming Dates
May 31 - June 5, 2026
Departs
Duluth
Returns
Duluth
Tour Limit
12
Great Gray Owl © Erik Bruhnke
The boreal forests and bogs of northeast Minnesota are the setting for a spring birding vacation rich in specialty birds and beautiful landscapes.
The vast expanses of northeastern Minnesota are rich in unique ecosystems and memorable birds. This region, sometimes referred to as the “Northwoods,” will be the focus of our activities for the entire tour. The deepest reaches of Minnesota’s bogs and boreal forest are noteworthy breeding grounds for many northern specialty birds. Ruffed Grouse, Great Gray Owl, Black-backed Woodpecker, Canada Jay, and Boreal Chickadee are characteristic and enticing permanent residents of the region. Also nesting here are Yellow-bellied and Alder flycatchers; Philadelphia Vireo; over 20 species of warblers including Connecticut, Mourning, Cape May, Golden-winged, and Canada; and many other passerines singing on territory.
With a bit of luck, there is also the possibility of finding a Northern Goshawk, Barred or Northern Saw-whet owl, American Three-toed Woodpecker, or Red or White-winged crossbills. The exceptionally scenic North Shore of Lake Superior offers stunning ocean-like vistas where other birds can be found.
As an added bonus, our activities will be based from a single site.
Very good quality, single-site accommodations; cuisine very good to excellent; physical demands range from light to moderate with easy walking on roads and trails combined with an amble or two over wet, boggy terrain; a couple of days include early starts; weather can vary greatly from cool and mild to warm and humid, from sunny and clear to overcast and stormy.
Golden-winged Warbler © Brian Gibbons
Departure Dates
Additional VENT
Leader
No Field Reports
No Connecting Tours
Patrick
Swaggerty
Questions? Contact the Operations Manager or call 800.328.8368 or 512.328.5221