Upcoming Trips

Below are the birding/nature trips for the weekend of September 16 - September 17, 2023:

Brooklyn Bird Club

Prospect Park Saturday Fall Migration Walks
Saturday, September 16, 2023, 7:30am - 12:00pm
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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Introduction to Birdwatching
Saturday, September 16, 2023, 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 bird outing 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.
Registration: No registration necessary.
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Feminist Bird Club

NYC - Birding by Canoe with the Feminist Bird Club and Gowanus Dredgers
Saturday, September 16, 2023, 8:00am - 10:30am
Leaders: Jennifer Kepler
Description: Join us for a fun-filled morning of birding and exploration! Grab your binoculars (or borrow some from us) and hop on a canoe as we paddle around Gowanus Bay in Brooklyn, NY. Led by Jennifer Kepler of the Feminist Bird Club in collaboration with the Gowanus Dredgers, this event offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature and learn about the diverse bird species in the area.
Registration: Register via Eventbrite
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Great South Bay Audubon Society

Connetquot River SPP Bird and Breakfast
Saturday, September 16, 2023, 8:30am - 12:00pm
Leader: ______
Description: Park is located 3525 Sunrise Hwy Oakdale, NY.
Registration: info@greatsouthbayaudubon.org
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Green-Wood Cemetery

Birding in Peace
Sunday, September 17, 2023, 6:30am – 8:00am
Description: By September, offspring of summer’s 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. By October, we’ll be on the lookout for returning waterfowl and raptors heading south. November will bring back our overwintering feathered denizens from the north.
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Bugging Out!: Walk for Kids
Sunday, September 17, 2023, 10:30am – 12:00pm
Description: Join Matthew Wills for a family-friendly afternoon of insect watching! In the same spirit as bird watching, we’ll observe those tiny invertebrates that your favorite birds eat and that pollinate the flowers around us. Wills is a writer, educator, and amateur naturalist. In addition to leading bird, bug, and tree ID tours in Green-Wood, he has given natural history tours for the Brooklyn Bird Club in Prospect Park and Brooklyn Bridge Park and worked as a consultant with the National Wildlife Federation’s Green Schools program in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. He writes about natural history at matthewwills.com.
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PollinaTours of Green-Wood
Sunday, September 17, 2023, 11:00am – 12:30pm
(Rain date: Saturday, September 23rd)
Description: Take a late summer stroll through Green-Wood and there’s one thing you’ll see (and hear) at every turn—tons of wild bees buzzing about their daily routine. Bee biologist Sarah Kornbluth of the American Museum of Natural History leads this walking tour to highlight how bees live, the resources they need, and where they make their homes across the Cemetery.
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Hudson River Audubon Society

Broad-winged Hawk Migration at Lenoir Nature Preserve, Yonkers
Saturday, September 16, 2023
Leader:
Description: Broad-wing Hawks will be making their incredible 4,300 mile migration from North America to South America. At peak times 100’s to 1000’s can pass by hawk watches in a day at this time of the year.
Registration: bochnikm@cs.com
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Linnaean Society of New York

Green-Wood Cemetery
Saturday, September 16, 2023
Leader: Rob Jett
Description: Situated along the Harbor Hill Terminal Moraine in Brooklyn, this 478-acre National Historic Landmark features hills, valleys, and kettle ponds. Green-Wood Cemetery is a magnet for migrating birds, which makes perfect sense given the more than 500 species of woody plants that qualify it for Class III Arboretum status—one of only 31 in the world. In addition to spotting numerous songbirds, we’ll visit the hawk-watch hill north of the Civil War Monument, which affords a great vantage point to scan for migrating raptors. Thirteen species of raptor, plus both vultures found in our area, have been recorded at the cemetery.
Registration: Gillian Henry - gillian.henry@gmail.com.
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Prospect Park
Saturday, September 17, 2023
Leader: Tom Stephenson
Description: Prospect Park, one of New York State’s Important Bird Areas, is a must visit for every New York City birder, especially during migration time. We will cover the park at a slow pace and point out park exits and subway lines for those who want to leave early. Highlights from previous walks include a Yellow-billed Cuckoo and a Common Nighthawk, as well as numerous warbler species, and fall is a good time to look for sparrows.
Registration: Nancy Shamban - nancyshamban@gmail.com
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New York City Audubon

Saturday Morning Birding at Prospect Park
Saturday, September 16, 2023, 8:00am - 9:30am
Leader: Gabriel Willow
Description: Join NYC Audubon to get to know the fall migrants of “Brooklyn's Backyard,” beautiful Prospect Park. The meadows, forests, and waterways of Prospect Park attract a dazzling variety of migratory birds on their way south, including warblers, tanagers, cuckoos, and more.
Registration: Register online
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Van Cortlandt Park Birding
Saturday, September 16, 2023, 9:00am - 10:30am
Leader: Woo Sung Park
Description: Join NYC Audubon on a bird tour in one of the Bronx's largest green spaces. Participants will look for various species of residents and migrants and discuss a wide range of avian topics. This event is held in partnership with Van Cortlandt Park Alliance.
Registration: Register online
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Bilingual Birding at Brooklyn Bridge Park
Saturday, September 16, 2023, 9:00am - 10:30am
Leader: _____
Description: Join NYC Audubon and the Brooklyn Bridge Park Conservancy for birding in English and Spanish. We'll be distributing copies of NYC Audubon's new English-Spanish field guide (written by Dr. Adam Moreno). Come and explore the woodlands and meadows, and enjoy views of the city and the waterbirds on the East River.
Registration: Register online
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Queens Botanical Garden Birding
Saturday, September 16, 2023, 9:30am - 10:30am
Leader: _____
Description: Explore Queens Botanical Garden in search of migrant songbirds and learn about the resources the Garden offers to birds and other wildlife. These outings are held in partnership with the Queens Botanical Garden.
Registration: Register online
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New York Botanical Garden Bird Tour
Saturday, September 16, 2023, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Leader: Joe McManus
Description: Join NYC Audubon and the New York Botanical Garden for some early fall birding! Get to see some of NYBG’s diverse landscape and learn why this unique green space is such a vital haven for a great variety of species year-round. The tour will meet at the Reflecting Pool in the Native Plant Garden.
Registration: No registration required. No limit. Free.
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Governors Island Bird Tour
Saturdays, May 6 through October 28, 2023, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Leader: _____
Description: Nearly 240 bird species have been spotted on Governors 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 birdlife the island has to offer. Binoculars are available to borrow.
Registration: No registration required. No limit. Free.
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Prospect Park Birding
Saturday, September 16, 2023, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Leader: Ryan Mandelbaum
Description: Join NYC Audubon to get to know the fall migrants of “Brooklyn's Backyard,” beautiful Prospect Park. The meadows, forests, and waterways of Prospect Park attract a dazzling variety of migratory birds on their way south, including warblers, tanagers, cuckoos, and more.
Registration: Register online
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Intro to Birding in Marine Park
Sunday September 17, 2023, 9:00am - 10:30am
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 series is hosted in partnership with the Marine Park Alliance.
Registration: No registration required. No limit. Free.
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Birding Gems of Clove Lakes Park
Sunday September 17, 2023, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Leader: Gabriel Willow
Description: Journey to the green Staten Island to discover some of the beautiful forests and incredible birding spots at Clove Lakes Park. Numerous warblers, vireos, tanagers, and other migratory songbirds can be seen here. We'll even see one of the largest and oldest trees in NYC.
Registration: Register online
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Accessible Birding in Fort Tryon Park
Sunday September 17, 2023, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Leader: Alex Wang
Description: The beautiful Fort Tryon Park commands views of the Palisades and the Hudson River from soaring cliffs of bedrock. Fort Tryon Park’s 67 acres feature many well-paved walkways suitable for birders with strollers and carriages, as well as wheelchairs, walkers, canes, etc.
Registration: No registration required. No limit. Free.
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North Shore Audubon Society

Garvies Point Museum and Preserve
Saturday, September 16, 2023, 8:00am - 12:00pm
Leader: Lindy N. - (516) 628-1315
Description: Garvies Point Museum & Preserve, 50 Barry Dr, Glen Cove, NY 11542
Registration: Limited registration. You must register via email to nsaudubonsociety@gmail.com, and you will receive a confirmation email. If you become unable to attend, please email to allow someone on the waiting list to take your slot.
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Protectors of Pine Oak Woods

Mariners Marsh Park
Sunday, September 17, 2023, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Leader: Jack Bolembach and Bill Morris
Description: Join with Jack Bolembach and Bill Morris for an exploration of this quiet, lush wetlands system located in the northwest corner of the island. Home to many breeding birds and insects, this freshwater wetlands always offers a collection of wildlife to enjoy. Participants will meet along Holland Avenue, between Benjamin Place and Macormac Place.
Registration: For more information call Jack Bolembach at (349) 267-4940 or e-mail us at PPOW@siprotectors.org
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Queens County Bird Club

Prospect Park/Greenwood Cemetery
Sunday, September 17, 2023, 7:30am - 2:00pm
Leader: Eric Miller (917) 279-7530 and Joe Schivaone (203) 640-2927
Meet at Prospect Park entrance south of zoo - see map. We will break for lunch at noon. Contact the trip leader to register and for details.
Registration: Please contact trip leader for meeting time and location.
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South Shore Audubon Society

Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge
Sunday, September 17, 2023
Leader: Members of SSAS
Description: From the Southern State Parkway, travel west to the Belt Parkway. Exit at Cross Bay Boulevard (Exit 17) south. Continue south on Cross Bay Blvd. through Howard Beach and over the North Channel Bridge (also known as the Congressman Joseph P. Addabbo Bridge). The entrance to the refuge parking lot is on the right side of the road, at a traffic light approximately one and a half miles past the bridge.
Registration: Registration is required by calling Joe Landesberg at 516-467-9498
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