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$189.00

Months of Operation:

May

Duration:

Approximately 8.5 hours

Begins:

9:45 A.M.

Age Requirements:

Minimum Age: 10 (17 & under with parent/guardian)

Monhegan Island Birding Hike with Casey Hynes

Freeport, Maine

Experience a unique window into bird migration on one of Maine's most enchanting offshore islands with local bird expert, Casey Hynes. Monhegan Island's small size and isolated location, along with protected forests and marshes, provide a welcome respite for migrating birds. Hike along the island's trails to the highest ocean bluffs on the Maine coastline. With its large population of migrating birds and serene landscapes, Monhegan is among the nation's most stunning places and a premier birding destination.

You'll meet your guide in Port Clyde at 9:45 a.m. and board the 10:30 a.m. ferry. During the 12-mile, hour-long ride to the island you're likely to spot sea birds and seals, as well as working lobstermen. After arriving on Monhegan, you'll embark on your island birding adventure. Your guides will lead the group on a hike to spot and identify the myriad migratory bird species that call the island home. You'll then enjoy a complimentary picnic lunch followed by a couple more hours of birding and exploring Monhegan's woods, marshes, and breathtaking bluffs.

During your ferry trip back to the mainland, you'll get one last chance to see the local seabirds and wildlife as you say goodbye to this unique island.

Cost includes parking fee, ferry admission, and a picnic lunch.

Monhegan Boat Line

880 Port Clyde Rd, Port Clyde, ME 04855, USA

Additional Information

  • What to Bring

    • Weather- and activity-appropriate clothing (preferably synthetic*)
    • Activity-appropriate closed-toed shoes
    • Personal prescriptions such as EpiPen or inhaler
    • One quart of water (no glass bottles)
    • Sunscreen
    • Insect repellent
    *Synthetic clothing dries quickly and is the best choice for outdoor pursuits. Please do not wear cotton clothing. When wet, cotton rapidly robs the heat from your body and takes a long time to dry. We also recommend you dress in multiple layers, allowing you more flexibility to comfortably respond to the weather conditions and your level of exertion.

  • Optional Items to Bring

    • Sunglasses
    • Hat
    • Camera
    • Day pack
    • Binoculars

  • What We Provide

    • Binoculars
    • Parking fee
    • Ferry admission
    • Picnic lunch

  • Prerequisites

    • None

  • QUESTIONS? Contact an Adventure Consultant

    outdoor_discovery@llbean.com | 1-888-552-3261 | HOURS: 7 days a week, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. ET

Policies & Agreements

  • Smoking and Tobacco, and Alcohol Policy
    Smoking and Tobacco Policy
    L.L.Bean Outdoor Discovery Programs activities are tobacco- and smoke-free (including electronic smoking devices) in support of a healthy lifestyle and respect for our participants and guests. We thank you for understanding and respecting this policy.

    Alcohol Policy
    In general, alcohol consumption is not permitted during L.L.Bean Outdoor Discovery Programs events for the safety of all participants. However, alcoholic beverages are allowed on overnight trips and may only be consumed in a responsible way after the day’s activities are finished. If participants consume alcohol to excess in the evening and behave in ways that negatively impact their own safety, that of the group or the natural environment around them, our guides will intervene. We hope that we will never have to remove an offending guest from the remainder of a trip to ensure the group’s safety, but we will do so if necessary.


  • Minimum Age: 10 (17 & under with parent/guardian)
    Participants must be 10 years old by the start of the trip, course, or tour; a parent or guardian must participate with anyone 17 years old and younger.
  • Cancellation Policy: Courses and Tours
    This cancellation policy applies to non-overnight courses and day tours.
    • 7 days in advance:  100% credit or refund
    • Less than 7 days in advance: No credit or refund

    L.L.Bean does not usually cancel events due to inclement weather. However, we reserve the right to cancel an event at any time due to severe weather, low enrollment or other concerns. If L.L.Bean cancels your event, you will receive a full refund for the cost of your reservation. All refunds will be in the form of the original transaction. L.L.Bean shall not be responsible or liable for other expenses incurred by the participant as a result of such a cancellation.

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