Chester County Parks: Birding Nottingham

Nottingham County Park boasts some of the most unique natural features in the Chester County park system, which means that it also hosts some uncommon birds. Located in southern Chester County near the Maryland border, this park protects a globally rare ecosystem comprised of serpentine rock, oak-pine barrens, savannahs, and prairies that support many highly unusual plants. These in turn harbor a wide variety of birds, some of which (such as the Yellow-breasted Chat and Prairie Warbler) reliably breed here but very few other places in the county.

This outing will cover 1-2 miles on gently sloping natural surface trails and will last 2.5- 3 hours, although you may leave at any time. Bring binoculars if you have them. Beginners and children (accompanied by an adult) are always welcome at Valley Forge Audubon Society events.

Modern restrooms are available on site at the park office, where we will meet (turn left as you enter the park).

[Nottingham Park | Chester County, PA - Official Website (chesco.org)](https://www.chesco.org/4626/Nottingham-Park)

This is a joint walk with the West Chester Bird Club.

Leaders: Patty & John Werth, John Mercer

Photo: Yellow-breasted Chat taken at Nottingham County Park by Tony Nastase