MONTVILLE — October is a prime time to watch the fall migration of hawks and other birds, according to Midcoast Conservancy, in a news release.

On Saturday, Oct. 21, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., join a guided hike on Haystack Mountain in Montville. The group will hike to the barrens atop Haystack Mountain, where panoramic views allow for great viewing and observing of southbound migrant birds of prey, and search for other birds while enjoying fall foliage. Waterproof shoes and binoculars are recommended. 

The event is co-sponsored by Midcoast Conservancy, Sebasticook Regional Land Trust (SRLT), and Friends of Haystack Mountain. 

SRLT Board chair and skilled birder Tom Aversa is leading the walk. The hike is moderately difficult. All ages are welcome but participants are asked to please leave pets at home. For more information, go to https://www.midcoastconservancy.org/events-list/bird-watch-on-haystack-mountain.

Friends of Haystack Mountain is a group of local citizens organized to protect Haystack Mountain in Liberty.

Sebasticook Regional Land Trust is a membership-supported conservation association working to conserve and restore the lands and waters of the Sebasticook River Watershed in Central Maine with a focus on land conservation, habitat restoration and environmental education.

Midcoast Conservancy is a vibrant regional land trust that works to protect vital lands and waters throughout the Sheepscot River, Medomak River, and Damariscotta Lake watersheds. For more information, go to www.midcoastconservancy.org or call (207) 389-5150.