Category Archives: Migrating birds

Bird Walk May 3 in Carpenter’s Woods

Join us for a bird walk with our birding expert, Audubon’s Keith Russell. The group will meet at the Wayne Avenue entrance at 7:30 am and we’ll observe for about 3 hours. Bring binoculars if you have them! Keith is … Continue reading

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Recap: October 5th Bird Walk

Our second walk of the year was held on Saturday October 5 when Friends of Carpenter’s Woods member Keith Russell led a bird walk through the woods. Favorable weather conditions (warm temperatures, clear skies, and a lack of wind) helped … Continue reading

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Bird Walk, Saturday May 4

Please join Friends of Carpenter’s Woods and Keith Russell for a Bird Walk this Saturday in Carpenter’s Woods. Meet at the Wayne Ave entrance at 7:30 AM or join us in the woods until 10:30. Keith is an expert birder … Continue reading

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Free Bird Walk led by Audubon birding expert Keith Russell, 5/4

FREE Bird Walk led by Audubon birding expert Keith Russell, sponsored by Friends of Carpenter’s Woods. Learn to spot and identify colorful migrating and resident birds in Philadelphia’s First Bird Sanctuary. Dress for the weather and walking. Binoculars recommended. All … Continue reading

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Why Carpenter’s Woods Need Special Care

In 2007 the Chestnut Hill Local ran an article on FOCW featuring ornithologist and FOCW volunteer Keith Russell where Kevin speaks about the importance of Carpenter’s woods and the threats Carpenter’s Woods face.

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