VIDEO: Wildlife Walk Sneak Peak

Looking to get out into the great outdoors? The Audubon Society is holding a Morning Walk at Caratunk Wildlife Refuge this Saturday morning. The outing is open to families.

"We want people to feel connected to their environment," said Mike Tucker, the host of the walk and resident bird expert.

According to Tucker, the fields contain a wild array of unique wildflowers not found in many other regions. Also, swallows and bluebirds make their nests in trees and in the ground. Some species of native quail that used to burrow in the outskirts of cornfields have become close to endangered due to industrial development and the decline of farms. But rare birds still use the meadows for their habitat.

Those on the walk will get the chance to ask questions pertaining to the environment - and if lucky get to hear Tucker's birdsong. In January, the bird expert hosts the "Owl Prowl" a night walk in which he calls the feathery creatures. Sometimes spectators can see owl nests. 

The walk will be held this Saturday, Dec. 11, from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Caratunk Wildlife Refuge, located at 301 Brown Avenue. To make reservations for the walk, call (401) 949-5454 ext. 3041. 

Click on the video link to the right to get a preview of what nature-lovers will see on the Morning Walk at Caratunk.