On this part of the trail, you will see a mix of deciduous and evergreen trees. The variety of trees makes it a great place to see different kinds of birds. Keep your eyes open for the ruby-crowned kinglet, a tiny native songbird that lives in this area during the winter.
A ruby-crowned kinglet lets its presence be known (Courtesy of Maryland DNR).
Pinecones indicate the presence of evergreen trees in the forest (Matt McIntosh/NOAA).
A red-eyed vireo (Matt McIntosh/NOAA).
Mixed forest (Matt McIntosh/NOAA)
