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Monday, October 03, 2022

Upcoming Trips

Below are the birding/nature trips for the weekend of October 8 - October 9, 2022:

Brooklyn Bird Club

Introduction to Birdwatching
Saturday, October 8, 2022, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Leader: A member of the Brooklyn Bird Club
Description: Whether you’re just starting out or have already joined the birding ranks, this introductory walk is for you. Join a member of the Brooklyn Bird Club to learn the basics of birding and search for the dozens of species that visit Prospect Park through all seasons. All levels are welcome.
Registration: No registration necessary.
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Prospect Park Saturday Fall Migration Walks
Saturday, October 8, 2022, 7:30am - 11:00am
Leader: Dennis Hrehowsik
Description: Walks typically go into early afternoon or later if the birding is great. Bring water, snacks and/or a sandwich if you plan to stay the whole duration–but feel free to leave whenever you want.
Registration: No registration necessary
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A Fall “Big Day” at Coastal Jones Beach
Saturday, October 8, 2022
Leader: Adelia Harrison
Description: Sparrows, raptors, late shorebirds and other waterbirds, early arriving sea birds and winter species. Potential western stray.
Registrar: Adelia Harrison email honeywood5@yahoo.com
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Eastern Long Island Audubon Society

Robert Moses Hawk Watch
Saturday, October 8, 2022
Leader: More info to come. Check the View Details link
Description: More info to come. Check the View Details link
Registration: Please let Eileen Schwinn you will be coming: Beachmed@optonline.net
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Feminist Bird Club

NYC - Fall Migration at Pugsley Creek Park
Saturday, October 8, 2022, 9:00am - 11:00am
Leaders: Haley Scott
Description: We’re hoping to see fall migrants: warblers, raptors, winter sparrows and possibly some weird ducks in the creek
Registration: Register via Eventbrite
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Green-Wood Cemetery

Birding in Peace
Sunday, October 9, 2022, 7:15am – 8:45am
Description: Before our gates open to the general public, birding expert Rob Jett leads these peaceful early morning walking tours to discover the birds that make Green-Wood their home—at least temporarily. By September, offspring of nesting birds will be on their own. Returning warblers will be in their less flamboyant fall plumage. Large numbers of blackbirds, flycatchers, sparrows, vireos, and swallows will also be passing through.
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Hudson River Audubon Society

BIG SIT and Hawk Watch at the Lenoir Nature Preserve
Saturday, October 8, 2022, 10:00am
Leader:
Description: The object of the "BIG SIT" is to tally as many bird species as we can in a day from a single position. We'll be out on the lawn behind the Mansion (our Hawk Watch sight) overlooking the Hudson River and Palisades. Bring a chair, drink and snacks and join us anytime on that day and help us find the birds. Rain date, Sunday, October 9.
Registration: bochnikm@cs.com
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Linnaean Society of New York

Staten Island Fall Migrants
Saturday, October 8, 2022
Leader: Seth Wollney
Description: This annual trip is led by an adjunct lecturer in the Biology Department at the College of Staten Island. The choice of locations will depend on current sighting reports. Past trips included stops at Conference House Park, overlooking Raritan Bay at the southernmost point of New York State; Mount Loretto (Bald Eagle); Great Kills Park (Royal and Caspian Terns, Little Blue Heron, Saltmarsh Sparrow); Arden Avenue Beach (Lesser Black-backed Gull); Oakwood Beach (Yellow-crowned Night-Heron); Miller Beach (gulls and terns); and/or anywhere else that our leader expects to find interesting birds.
Registration: Judi Rabi — jsrabi@verizon.net
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Randall’s Island (Partnership Walk with LatinoOutdoors NYC)
Saturday, October 8, 2022
Leader: Rochelle Thomas
Description: Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day at one of NYC’s most recently restored natural areas, a magnet for shorebirds, songbirds, and many others! LO NYC and The Linnaean Society of NY invite you to an easy, all-ages guided bird walk, where we hope to witness the abundance of birdlife that visits our area during fall migration! As always, this event is FREE! Binoculars will be available for borrowing. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for attendees 18 years and older.
Registration: Via Eventbrite
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Starr Saphir Memorial Fall Migration Walk, Central Park
Sunday, October 9, 2022
Leader: Lenore Swenson
Description: The fall and spring memorial walks honor Starr Saphir, a legend for her birding skills who led walks for nearly forty years in Central Park and elsewhere. She also taught courses in beginning birding at NYC Audubon, and was an inspiration to many. These walks, led by her longtime friend and mentee, will follow traditional paths and principles (“please don’t point at the birds”) of “Starr Trips” of the past. The fall walk covers many areas of Central Park’s north end in search of fall migrants, particularly warblers.
Registration: Lenore Swenson — lenoreswenson@gmail.com
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New York City Audubon

Free: Birding at Conference House Park in honor of World Migratory Bird Day
Saturday, October 8, 2022, 8:00am - 10:00am
Leader: Anthony Ciancimino
Description: From songbirds to seabirds, discover a diversity of southbound fall migrants with long-time birder and Staten Island resident, Anthony Ciancimino.
Registration: Free. Registration not required but encouraged (it helps us know how many extra binoculars we should bring!).
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Free: Prospect Park Walk with Gabriel Willow in honor of World Migratory Bird Day
Saturday, October 8, 2022, 8:00am - 11:00am
Leader: Gabriel Willow
Description: Come celebrate World Migratory Bird Day with Gabriel Willow and get to know the fall migrants of “Brooklyn's Backyard,” beautiful Prospect Park. Prospect Park's meadows, forests, and waterways attract a dazzling variety of migratory birds on their way south, including warblers, tanagers, cuckoos, and more. Meet under the Memorial Arch at Grand Army Plaza in Brooklyn.
Registration: Via Eventbrite
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Free: Canarsie Bird Walk with Mike Yuan in honor of World Migratory Bird Day
Saturday, October 8, 2022, 8:00am - 10:00am
Leader: Mike Yuan
Description: Experience fall migration in the coastal woodlands, tidal channel, and one of the only freshwater ponds in Brooklyn, with Mike Yuan, NYC Audubon board executive vice president. Expect to see herons, shorebirds, flycatchers, vireos, warblers, and sparrows. All birding levels welcome. Please bring your own binoculars if you have them, but loaner binoculars will be available. Meet at the Canarsie Park House at Seaview Avenue and East 88th Street.
Registration: Via Eventbrite
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Free: Bronx River Birding in honor of World Migratory Bird Day
Saturday, October 8, 2022, 8:00pm - 11:00am
Leader: _____
Description: Join NYC Audubon and the Bronx River Alliance on a stroll along the Bronx River on World Migratory Bird Day! You'll get a chance to see and hear some of the many beautiful birds that live and fly through the city, especially those that rely on areas like the Bronx River. Along the way, we will also highlight the importance of biodiversity and urban green space for all wildlife. Our group will travel around Starlight Park and end down at Concrete Plant Park.
Registration: Via Eventbrite
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Free: Inwood Hill Park Birding with the Natural Areas Conservancy on World Migratory Bird Day
Saturday, October 8, 2022, 8:30am - 11:00am
Leader: Loyan Beausoleil and Rachael Joakin
Description: Join birding experts Loyan Beausoleil and Rachael Joakin, and the Natural Areas Conservancy's Trails Community Engagement Manager, Josh Otero, on World Migratory Bird Day for a hike through Inwood Hill Park's mature forest in search of kinglets, warblers, flycatchers, sparrows, thrushes, and more. Then search the shore of the Inwood Hill Park salt marshes for herons and ducks. During the walk, the NAC will also highlight various trail initiatives and improvements happening in the park. It's a great opportunity to go birding and learn more about how trails increase our access to nature. Some hilly walking required.
Registration: Via Eventbrite
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Free: Fort Tilden Hawk Watch on World Migratory Bird Day
Saturday, October 8, 2022, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Leader: Don Riepe
Description: In celebration of World Migratory Bird Day, NYC Audubon, in partnership with Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy and the American Littoral Society, is hosting a Hawk Watch at Fort Tilden in the Breezy Point area of Rockaway Beach. We will hike along the beach, dunes, and woods of the fort to look for hawks, falcons, osprey, monarch butterflies, and maybe an eagle or two. Visit the Hawk Watch platform on top of Battery Harris East for great views of the ocean as migrating birds fly by at eye level. Kids welcome!.
Registration: RSVP Here
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Free: Van Cortlandt Park Walks with Joe McManus and Jack Rothman
Saturday, October 8, 2022, 9:00am - 10:30am
Leader: Joe McManus and Jack Rothman
Description: The history of birding and Van Cortlandt Park are inseparable. Influential birders such as Roger Tory Peterson and Allan D. Cruickshank got their starts on Van Cortlandt’s ecologically diverse grounds. To celebrate the tradition set forth by these great ornithologists, join Bronx birders Joe McManus and Jack Rothman, who alternately guide these walks. Participants will look for various species of residents and migrants and discuss a wide range of avian topics. These walks are held in partnership with Van Cortlandt Park Alliance. Meet at the Van Cortlandt Park Nature Center.
Registration: Via Eventbrite
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Free: “For the Birds” Brooklyn Botanic Garden Walk in honor of World Migratory Bird Day
Saturday, October 8, 2022, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Leader: Brooklyn Botanic Garden, NYC Audubon, Brooklyn Bird Club, Feminist Bird Club
Description: Join Brooklyn Botanic Garden and NYC Audubon birding experts on these special hour-long tours through the Garden to look for resident and visiting birds. Learn how to spot hawks, woodpeckers, Mallards, American Robins, Blue Jays, Cedar Waxwings, and more. Before or after the walk, enjoy the Garden’s special “For the Birds” exhibit. All ages welcome.
Registration: No advance registration is required for the bird walk but advance tickets for the Garden are recommended.
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Free: Governors Island Bird Walk with Annie Barry in honor of World Migratory Bird Day
Saturdays, May through October 2022, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Leader: Annie Barry
Description: Meet in front of Nolan Park #17 and see the birds of Governors Island with one of our expert guides! Over 220 bird species have been spotted on the island, which provides excellent habitat all year round. Whether you’re an expert birder or a beginner, these tours will help you discover all of the bird life the island has to offer. Binoculars are available to borrow.
Registration: No RSVP required. Limited to 15. Free.
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The Birds of Woodlawn Cemetery with Tod Winston, Joe McManus, and Susan Olsen
Sunday, October 9, 2022, 8:30am - 11:00am
Leader: Tod Winston and Joseph McManus
Description: Join us for a morning bird walk and tour of this beautiful cemetery: Tod Winston and Joseph McManus will look for spring migrants and year-round residents on the expansive grounds, while Woodlawn Cemetery Director of Historical Services Susan Olsen will share fascinating stories about the cemetery’s history and the interesting mixture of individuals interred there. This walk is held in partnership with the Woodlawn Conservancy.
Registration: Via Eventbrite
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Free: Intro to Birding in Marine Park with NYC Audubon
Sundays, October 2-30, 10-11am
Leader: _____
Description: Explore the beauty of Brooklyn’s largest park, Marine Park. Consisting of grassland and salt marshes, this park is habitat for a variety of migratory songbirds and waterbirds. This walk series is hosted in partnership with the Marine Park Alliance. Meet at the flagpole of the Marine Park Salt Marsh Nature Center, located at 3301 Avenue U, Brooklyn.
Registration: Free. No registration required.
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Free: “For the Birds” Brooklyn Botanic Garden Walks
Sundays, August 14; September 18; October 2, 9, 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Leader: Brooklyn Botanic Garden, NYC Audubon, Brooklyn Bird Club, Feminist Bird Club
Description: Join Brooklyn Botanic Garden and NYC Audubon birding experts on these special hour-long tours through the Garden to look for resident and visiting birds. Learn how to spot hawks, woodpeckers, Mallards, American Robins, Blue Jays, Cedar Waxwings, and more. Before or after the walk, enjoy the Garden’s special “For the Birds” exhibit. All ages welcome.
Registration: Free with Garden admission. No limit. Meet inside the Brooklyn Botanic Garden at the Visitor Center. Please note that attendees are responsible for purchasing their own tickets to the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, which can be done on the Garden website. No advance registration is required for the bird walk but advance tickets for the Garden are recommended.
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North Shore Audubon Society

Humes and Upper Francis Pond
Saturday, October 8, 2022, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Leader: Shelly - (516) 319-9661
Description:
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Queens County Bird Club

Big Sit
Saturday, Oct 8, 2022, 7:45am - 12:00pm
Leader: Corey Finger - 10000birdsblogger@gmail.com
Description: The QCBC "Big Sit" takes place from dawn to dusk. You may come and go as you choose. Park in the lot shown in the map. Then, proceed west on Range Road (may also be called Murray Rd or Center Rd) until you reach the observation platform near Battery Harris East. You need to climb up several flights of stairs to access the platform.
Registration: Please contact trip leader for meeting time and location. Ask whether to pack a lunch or whether to plan on eating lunch out.
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South Shore Audubon Society

Oceanside Marine Nature Study Area
Sunday, October 9, 2022
Leader: Members of SSAS
Description: From Sunrise Highway in Rockville Centre, turn onto Long Beach Road, traveling south. Proceed to Waukena Avenue and turn left. From this point onward, there are brown signs directing visitors to the sanctuary. Turn right onto Park Avenue (at a traffic light), then turn left onto Golf Drive. Continue on Golf Drive to Slice Drive, turn right, and proceed one short block into the sanctuary.
Registration: Registration is required by calling Joe Landesberg at 516-467-9498
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Urban Park Rangers

Saturday, October 8, 2022

Bronx River Bird Walk at Bronx River House (in Starlight Park), Bronx
8:00am - 10:00am
Grab a pair of binoculars and see and learn about the beautiful birds that call the Bronx River home.
Free

Introduction to Birdwatching Walks at Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park), Brooklyn
10:00am - 12:00pm
Whether you’re just starting out or have already joined the birding ranks, this introductory walk is for you!
Free

Birding: Fall Migrants at Crotona Nature Center (in Crotona Park), Bronx
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Join the Urban Park Rangers on a birding adventure around Crotona Park to look for Fall migrants that include warblers, raptors and more!
Free

Sunday, October 9, 2022

Fall Birding at Perkins Visitors Center (in Wave Hill), Bronx
9:30am - 11:00am
Join naturalists and birder guides as you explore Wave Hill’s gardens, woodlands, and the skies overhead to look for resident and migrating birds.
Free

Wings Over Wave Hill Day at Wave Hill, Bronx
9:30am - 3:30pm
Our popular annual falconry demonstration returns—get your tickets now!—and the Family Art Project and bird walks for all ages and abilities round out the day.
Free

Skyhunters in Flight at Shade Border Lawn (in Wave Hill), Bronx
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Welcome back master falconer Brian Bradley and his beautiful and beloved raptors, here for a live bird presentation! Watch trained birds of prey sharpen their hunting skills during an exciting outdoor flight demonstration.
Free

Family Birding at Wave Hill House (in Wave Hill), Bronx
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Embark on an avian adventure with naturalist and birder Paul Keim. Explore the gardens looking for birds, nests, food sources, and other evidence of our feathered friends.
Free

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