Fens, Feathers, & Forests

The public is invited to explore the wetlands of Pleasant Valley and Chain of Lakes in northwest Montana on Sept. 18.

Kootenai Country Montana is leading the outing from 9 a.m. to about 3 p.m. It will include a short discussion on birdlife of the area and handouts covering bird and mammal behavior.

You'll head to the field for a few short hikes to observe birds, wildlife, and adjoining forests.

Please arrived with full gas tanks, water, lunch, snacks, appropriate layers and footwear, bird field guide books, binoculars, cameras, and a good sense of humor.

Class will proceed rain or shine.

Meet at 9 a.m., Mountain Standard Time at the Lodge at McGregor Lake at 12250 Hwy. 2 West, near Marion, Mont.

Info, registration, b_baxter53@yahoo.com or (406) 291-2154.

Info on accommodations: (406) 858-2253.