Trip Leader: Larry Gersbach – County Commissioner of Butler County MetroParks

Fall bird migration will be in full swing when we visit Gilmore Ponds. Located amidst business and commercial development, 268 acre Gilmore Ponds MetroPark is a nature lovers’ paradise. Abundant wildlife calls this preserve home, giving visitors using the miles of hiking trails, the newest extension of the Miami 2 Miami paved trail, plenty of opportunities for nature observation and study. Seasonal flooding of much of the acreage provides for the wetland character of much of this preserve, which has long been a popular destination for area birders. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources has designated this park as one of its “Watchable Wildlife” viewing sites and has been names as an “Important Birding Area”. There are three loop trails as well as an observation tower and two raised decks that provide good vantage points for nature watching in any season.

We will meet in the parking lot of Gilmore Ponds. Please arrive at 8AM. Please bring a personal lunch if you would like to join us for an informal picnic.

The destination address is:
7950 North Gilmore Road
Hamilton, Ohio 45015
7950 N Gilmore Rd - Google Maps

All are welcome on AMV field trips. Please join us even if you are not an experienced birder. Good walking shoes, personal water supply, insect repellent and sun screen are recommended for the terrain we may encounter on these outings.