Upcoming Trips

Below are the birding/nature trips from Saturday, January 3 - Sunday, January 4, 2026:

Brooklyn Bird Club

Frosty Beginnings at Coney Island
Saturday, January 3, 2026
Leader: Chris Laskowski
Description: Primarily coastal waterfowl and ducks, gulls and beach habitat species.
Registration: Registration not required.
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Introduction to Birdwatching
Saturday, January 3, 2026, 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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First Sunday Bird Outings
Sunday, January 4, 2026
Leader: A member of the Brooklyn Bird Club
Description: Join a member of the Brooklyn Bird Club in search of dozens of species that visit the park through all seasons. Learn about the different habitats in Prospect Park and why they are important for all types of birds.
Registration: No registration necessary.
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Gateway National Parks

Birding for Beginners at Jamaica Bay
Saturday, January 3, 2026, 10:30 am — 11:30am
Leader: Park Rangers
Description: Is one of your New Year's resolutions to become a birder? Look no further and come with a ranger on this birding for beginners walk around West Pond. All skill levels welcomed; binoculars provided. Dress for the weather.
Registration: Reservation or Registration: No
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NYC Bird Alliance

Intro to Birding in Central Park
Saturday, January 3, 2026, 8:30 am — 10:30am
Leader: ______
Description: Are you curious about birding but don’t have much (or any) experience? Join NYC Bird Alliance in Central Park, a birding hotspot, where you’ll learn the basics and spot everything from lively warblers to finches, woodpeckers, ducks, and more!
Registration: THIS EVENT IS AT CAPACITY! REGISTER TO JOIN THE WAITLIST.
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Intro to Birding at Van Cortlandt Park
Sunday, January 4, 2026, 8:30 am — 11:30am
Leader: ______
Description: Join NYC Bird Alliance in one of the Bronx's largest green spaces. You’ll learn the basics and spot the residents and wintering species calling NYC home.
Registration: Registration page
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Queens County Bird Club

Nickerson Beach/Point Lookout
Sunday, January 4, 2026, 8:00am - 12:30pm
Leader: Marcia Abrahams (917) 608-8832
Description: The winter is a great time of year to explore what NickersonBeach and Point Lookout Town Park has to offer. We will meet on the southwestcorner of the parking lot at Nickerson Beach. We will start off on the west side of the beachand then check out the grassy area adjacent to the parking lot and campingarea. At this time of year, Nickerson Beach is a good place to see Horned Larks,Lapland Longspurs, Snow Buntings and there may be some other surprises on thebeach and at sea. Our next stop will be Point Lookout Town Park and willcarpool over to the restrooms in the maintenance building and then head out tothe beach. Point Lookout Town Park is aknown location for wintering Common Eiders, Harlequin Ducks, Scoters, CommonLoons, Red-throated Loons, Red-breasted Mergansers and Purple Sandpipers,Dunlins and Sanderlings. There are also opportunities for surprises on thebeach and at sea, including but not limited to Bonaparte’s Gulls, Black-headedGulls and Razorbills.
Registration: Call the trip leader to register for this mini trip and for more information.
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Urban Park Rangers

Saturday, January 3, 2026
McGolrick Bird Club at Monsignor McGolrick Park (in Msgr. McGolrick Park), Brooklyn
9:00am–11:00am
Free birding walks are held every Saturday at 9am, year-round. Meet at the Russell & Driggs entrance to McGolrick park.
Free

Birding: Winter Waterfowl at Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park), Bronx
1:00pm–2:00pm
Birding programs are appropriate for all skill levels and beginners are welcome.
Free

Sunday, January 4, 2026
Birding: Bald Eagle Watch at Seaman Avenue and Isham Street (in Inwood Hill Park), Manhattan
10:00am–11:30am
Winter is a spectacular time for observing bald eagles in New York City parks. See if you can spot any on this adventure with our Urban Park Rangers. Please dress warmly.
Free