Field Trip #1: High Island Excursion

Description

This island has a long Native American history and is recognized in the Treaty of 1836 with Washington. A settlement once flourished from 1912 through the late twenties which was the site of a religious cult known as the House of David under the leadership of Benjamin Purnell. Fragments of this past can be found in foundation sites. You’ll land in a sheltered bay with a long spit on the east side of the High Island. This uninhabited island will provide a very special birding adventure.

• This trip will be guided by Dr. Nancy Seefelt for only 5 participants.
• Snacks and a box lunch will be provided during the field trip.
• Trips will depart and return from dock across from Whiskey Point Brewery. Return will be early afternoon.
• Passage to High Island will be aboard the Kelly Day with Captain Bob Turner and crew.

NOTE: This trip is weather dependent at the discretion of the captains. If postponed, it will take place on Sunday. The Saturday trip will be changed to exploring Beaver Island Birding Trail sites with Dr. Seefelt.