Designed for birders of all experience levels, the guidebook serves as both a navigational tool and an educational resource, emphasizing conservation efforts and responsible wildlife viewing.
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife, in collaboration with Ohio Sea Grant, has released an updated edition of the Ohio Lake Erie Birding Trail Guidebook, which details the best places to see birds along the Lake Erie coast. Unveiled at the annual Ohio Wildlife Diversity Conference on Wednesday, March 19, the guidebook is now available online and print copies may be purchased at birding events throughout the year.
Ohio’s excellent birding attracts tens of thousands of visitors from across the world each year, many of them stopping along the Lake Erie Birding Trail. Each spring, the influx of birders along Lake Erie’s shores contributes around $40 million to local economies. Throughout Ohio, wildlife viewing generated $1.6 billion in spending in 2022. More than 400 bird species have been recorded in the Buckeye State.
The 5.5”×8.5” guidebook, with its map and current birding checklist, highlight Lake Erie’s importance as a migratory corridor and emphasize conservation efforts to protect its habitats.
The new Ohio Lake Erie Birding Trail Guidebook is available now for $15. Packed with detailed site descriptions for 90 premier birding locations, maps, species highlights, and expert tips, this beautifully updated edition enhances every birding adventure, including warblers in spring, shorebirds in summer, and raptors in winter. Learn more about the updated edition >>