This elevated observation platform offers an ideal vantage point to observe the numerous bird species in the preserve. During the spring and fall migrations, you can see thousands of waterfowl, while songbirds and wading birds, such as the great blue heron and indigo bunting, are common in the summer. The fall sparrow migration is awe-inspiring, and during winter, it is prime time to spot raptors such as the northern harrier, rough-legged hawk and short-eared owl.