Kirtland’s Warbler Day Trip, Milwaukee US
Join expert birder Mark Korducki on a full-day adventure to find the endangered Kirtland’s Warbler—one of North America’s rarest songbirds. Explore prime nesting habitat just over two hours from Milwaukee and enjoy a bird-filled day with additional chances to see Whooping Cranes, Trumpeter Swans, and more.
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| State or Province | Wisconsin |
| Bird Families | Cranes, Crows, Jays, Ducks, Geese, Swans, Hummingbirds, Kites, Hawks, Eagles, New World Sparrows, New World Warblers, Oropendolas, Orioles, Blackbirds, Pigeons, Doves, Sandpipers, Snipes, Swallows, Martins, Thrushes, Tyrant Flycatchers, Vireos, Greenlets, Shrike-babblers, Woodpeckers |
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Spend a memorable day in the field with seasoned guide Mark Korducki in search of one of North America’s most range-restricted breeding birds: the endangered Kirtland’s Warbler. This full-day tour departs early—either 5 AM from Madison or 4 AM from Milwaukee—to reach a remote but reliable nesting site nestled in young jack pine forest.
Kirtland’s Warblers breed only in very specific habitats, and Mark will take you to one of the few active areas where your chances of success are excellent during the May to early July window. You’ll likely enjoy great looks at singing territorial males and other specialties such as Nashville Warblers, Clay-colored Sparrows, and Upland Sandpipers.
The journey also offers the opportunity to stop at a nearby wildlife refuge, where Trumpeter Swans and Whooping Cranes nest during the summer months—adding even more highlights to an already spectacular day.
This is a scenic and bird-rich tour ideal for birders looking to tick off a true North American specialty while also enjoying the open-country and northern forest birds of the region.
Cost: $350 USD for up to 4 guests
Transportation: Client vehicle is preferred for transportation. A mileage fee applies if the guide provides transport.
Lunch: Client’s are encouraged to bring a packed lunch. A restaurant stop may be able to be arranged if preferred.
Kirtland’s Warbler Day Trip, Milwaukee US
Join expert birder Mark Korducki on a full-day adventure to find the endangered Kirtland’s Warbler—one of North America’s rarest songbirds. Explore prime nesting habitat just over two hours from Milwaukee and enjoy a bird-filled day with additional chances to see Whooping Cranes, Trumpeter Swans, and more.
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$350.00
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Spend a memorable day in the field with seasoned guide Mark Korducki in search of one of North America’s most range-restricted breeding birds: the endangered Kirtland’s Warbler. This full-day tour departs early—either 5 AM from Madison or 4 AM from Milwaukee—to reach a remote but reliable nesting site nestled in young jack pine forest.
Kirtland’s Warblers breed only in very specific habitats, and Mark will take you to one of the few active areas where your chances of success are excellent during the May to early July window. You’ll likely enjoy great looks at singing territorial males and other specialties such as Nashville Warblers, Clay-colored Sparrows, and Upland Sandpipers.
The journey also offers the opportunity to stop at a nearby wildlife refuge, where Trumpeter Swans and Whooping Cranes nest during the summer months—adding even more highlights to an already spectacular day.
This is a scenic and bird-rich tour ideal for birders looking to tick off a true North American specialty while also enjoying the open-country and northern forest birds of the region.
Cost: $350 USD for up to 4 guests
Transportation: Client vehicle is preferred for transportation. A mileage fee applies if the guide provides transport.
Lunch: Client’s are encouraged to bring a packed lunch. A restaurant stop may be able to be arranged if preferred.
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| State or Province | Wisconsin |
| Bird Families | Cranes, Crows, Jays, Ducks, Geese, Swans, Hummingbirds, Kites, Hawks, Eagles, New World Sparrows, New World Warblers, Oropendolas, Orioles, Blackbirds, Pigeons, Doves, Sandpipers, Snipes, Swallows, Martins, Thrushes, Tyrant Flycatchers, Vireos, Greenlets, Shrike-babblers, Woodpeckers |
Mark Korducki
I began birding at the age of five after my Dad gave me a Peterson Field Guide. I absorbed this book like a sponge and began identifying birds in the yard and while out in the field on family fishing trips. This interest continued throughout my life and now, 50 years later, I have decided to start my own tour company to share my love of birding and travel with others. I have led tours for 2 other companies and have enjoyed finding life birds for a number of fun and passionate birders. My goal is to show target birds to small groups or individuals and to provide a fun and relaxed tour experience.
I have worked as a Physical Therapist for the past three decades but have stayed very active in the birding community. I have done some local guiding and have led tours throughout the United States. I have been an active volunteer in the Wisconsin Society for Ornithology (WSO) for many years. I was the long time voice of the WSO rare bird hotline and I served on the Records Committee for 20 years.
Currently, I serve as the Wisconsin Coordinator for the Breeding Bird Survey which is run by the United States Geological Survey. My field work includes the Wisconsin Breeding Bird Atlas, Christmas Bird Counts and May Counts, and running my own Breeding Bird Survey route since 1996. I am very passionate about bird field work and conservation.
I look forward to seeing you on one of my tours!
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