Below are the birding/nature trips for the weekend of October 2-3, 2021:
Bedford Audubon Society
Chestnut Ridge Hawkwatch
August 26, 2021 - November 24, 2021, 9:00am - 5:00 pm
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Description:It’s officially Hawkwatch Season! Spectacular flocks of Broad-winged Hawks pass through our area in mid-September, but Accipiters such as Sharp-shinned + Cooper’s Hawks provide the most consistent flight throughout the fall hawk-watching season. Join us for Science in Action: Chestnut Ridge Hawkwatch to experience the miracle of raptor migration. Our data is combined with other Hawkwatch sites to create population and migration analyses that help us better protect raptors and their habitats. Hawkwatch takes place daily through November, 9:00am-5:00pm (weather permitting). Arthur Butler Sanctuary on Chestnut Ridge Road in Bedford Corners. Registration not necessary, but please abide by current Covid-19 guidelines based on your vaccination status.
Registration: Registration required by emailing Susan at info@bedfordaudubon.org or by calling 914-302-9713.
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Brooklyn Bird Club
Calvert Vaux Park and Coney Island Creek
Saturday, October 2, 2021
Leader: Rob Jett
Focus: Sparrows, early arriving winter species, raptors, early waterfowl, coastal and marsh species, potential rarity.
Registration: Peter Dorosh: email Prosbird@aol.com or Prosbird@gmail.com. Registration Period: Sept 26th-Sept 30th.
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Prospect Park Saturday Fall Migration Walk
Saturday, October 2, 2021, 7:45am - 11:00am
Leader: Dennis Hrehowsik
Description: Meet 7:45 am at the “Pergola” entrance on Ocean and Parkside Avenues.
Registration: No registration necessary; however, if more than 20 people show up we will split the group.
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Introduction to Birdwatching
Saturday, October 2, 2021, 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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First Sunday Prospect Park Walks
Sunday, October 3, 2021, 8:00am - 11:00am
Leader: A member of the Brooklyn Bird Club
Description: The Sunday walks will start at The Audubon Center at the Boathouse.
Registration: No registration necessary.
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Gateway National Parks
Celebrate Night Moths and Other Insects at Great Kills Park Ranger Station
Saturday, October 2, 2021, 7:30pm — 10:00pm
Leader: Park Rangers
Description: Document park moth species and other nighttime insects. Bring a flashlight, paper/pen, folding chair, and water. Ages 8 years and up, are welcome.
Registration: Registrations are required, call 718-354-4655 for details.
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Monarch/Dragonfly Migration at Great Kills Park
Sunday, October 3, 2021, 11:30am — 1:30pm
Leader: Park Rangers
Description: Join a National Park Service ranger for the annual hike to view the migration of the monarch butterflies. Be a citizen scientist and assist with documenting butterfly species. Inclement weather cancels the program.
Registration: Call 718 354-4655 to make a reservation.
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Great South Bay Audubon Society
Blydenburgh County Park Nature Walk
Saturday, October 2, 2021, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Leader: John Gluth, Mike Cooper
Description: Entrance on Veterans Highway just west of the Route 347 merge. Use Blydenburgh entrance not Greengate Park entrance. Meet in the parking lot at the boat ramp area.
Registration: info@greatsouthbayaudubon.org
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Green-Wood Cemetery
Birding in Peace
Sunday, October 3, 2021, 7:15am - 8:45am
Description: Before our gates open to the general public, birding expert Rob Jett leads these peaceful Sunday morning walking tours to discover the many birds that call Green-Wood home. By September, offspring of these 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, waterfowl are returning, and we’ll look for raptors heading south. November will bring back our overwintering feathered denizens from the north.
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Hudson River Audubon Society
Hawk Watch at Lenoir Nature Preserve
Saturday, Oct 2, 2021, 10:00am
Leader: Michael Bochnik
Description: We will search the skies for Broad-winged Hawks migrating South. Their peak numbers are mid September and we may see hundreds or even thousands, Meet behind the Lenoir Mansion; we suggest bringing a chair.
Registration: Pre-register with Michael bochnikm@cs.com or call him at 914-237-9331 for more information
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Linnaean Society of New York
Sandy Hook, New Jersey
Saturday, October 2, 2021
Leader: Rick Wright
Description: Join Rick Wright to explore the beaches, bays, and thickety woodlands of Sandy Hook, directly across from Brooklyn on New York Harbor, and one of New Jersey’s finest spots for observing fall migrants. The shallow waters at the northern tip of the Hook can host a good selection of shorebirds, sometimes including White-rumped or Baird Sandpipers or American Golden Plover; while over the ocean we have a good chance of sighting the first arriving Northern Gannets of the season. We might also encounter Royal Terns and often astonishing numbers of Laughing Gulls. Arrivals may include sapsuckers, both species of kinglet, and a nice variety of New World sparrows, perhaps including Lark and Clay-colored or even scarcer species.
Registration: Alice Deutsch — ad@builderlevy.com
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New York City Audubon
Canarsie Park Bird Walks
Saturdays, September 18th, October 2nd, and October 9th, 8-10am
Leader: Mike Yuan
Description: Meet at the Canarsie Park House at Seaview Avenue and East 88th street. Experience fall migration on the Brooklyn coast with Mike Yuan, NYCA Board Executive Vice President. All birding levels welcome. No registration necessary. Limited to 15. Free.
Registration: No registration necessary.
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Harlem Goes Birding! Birding Field Trip in North Central Park
Saturday, October 2, 2021, 8:30am - 11:00am
Leader: Christian Cooper, Efua Peterson
Description: Let's get out and bird! Meet at the Dana Discovery Center on the Harlem Meer to explore the north end of Central Park and all the wonderful birds it has to offer. Then, join us for a potluck picnic in the park. Bring something to eat and drink (non-alcoholic, please) and a little extra to share. Beginners of all ages welcome! Binoculars available to borrow.
Registration: Via Eventbrite
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Randall's Island Bird Walk
Saturday, October 2, 2021, 9:00am - 11:30am
Leader: Gabriel Willow
Description: Join Randall's Island Park Alliance for a morning bird walk with environmental educator, ecologist, and urban naturalist Gabriel Willow. Starting at the 103rd Street Footbridge (on the Island side) we will walk north towards the woodlands and salt marsh area. If time permits we will venture to the wildflower meadow across from Icahn Stadium. Once completed please think about heading to the Urban Farm for the annual Harvest Festival from 12:00-3:00pm.
Registration: Via Eventbrite
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Van Cortlandt Park Bird Walks
Saturdays, September 4 - November 27, 9:00am - 10:30am
Leader: NYC Audubon
Description: Explore Van Cortlandt Park's ecologically diverse grounds and celebrate a long tradition of birding in the park. We will look for various resident and migratory bird species and discuss a wide range of avian topics.
Registration: Via Eventbrite
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Governors Island Bird Walk
Saturdays, July 10-October 30, 2021, 2-3:30pm
Leader: NYC Audubon
Description: Meet 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. Reserve your spot by signing up at Nolan Park #17. Limited to 10. Free.
Registration: Not required.
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Afternoon Randall's Island Bird Walk
Saturday, October 2, 2021, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Leader: Gabriel Willow
Description: Join Randall's Island Park Alliance for a morning bird walk with environmental educator, ecologist, and urban naturalist Gabriel Willow. Starting at the 103rd Street Footbridge (on the Island side) we will walk north towards the woodlands and salt marsh area. If time permits we will venture to the wildflower meadow across from Icahn Stadium. Before the walk, think about heading to the Urban Farm for the annual Harvest Festival from 12:00-3:00pm.
Registration: Via Eventbrite
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North Shore Audubon Society
Shu Swamp & Humes Estate
Saturday, October 2, 2021, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Leader: Shelly (516) 319-9661
Description: Take the LIE Exit 41 north or Northern State Parkway Exit 35 north (Route 106/107). Continue north until Routes 106 and 107 split. Take the left fork (Route 107 toward Glen Cove) and drive to the intersection with Route 25A. Turn right and follow Route 25A to the next traffic light (Wolver Hill Road and police station). Drive north until the road ends, then right on Chicken Valley Road. Pass Planting Fields, and turn right at the blinking light. Drive along the pond at your left, turning left at Beaver Brook Road, and continue until you reach the sanctuary parking lot on the left side, just before LIRR overpass. No street parking. Closed Fridays..
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
Brookfield Park
Sunday, October 3, 2021, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Leader: Maya Shikhman
Description: Brookfield Park is a magnet for migrating birds and butterflies seeking respite from their travels. Join with Maya Shikhman as she wanders about the open grasses and fields of late blooming flowers in search of sparrows on the ground, raptors in the sky and Monarch butterflies everywhere you look. Participants will gather in the main parking lot off Arthur Kill Road.
Registration: For more information contact Maya Shikhman at 347-613-8589.
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Queens County Bird Club
Kissena Park
Sunday, October 3, 2021, 7:45am - 12:00pm
Leader: Eric Miller (917) 279-7530
Description: This mini-trip includes Kissena Park both east and west of Kissena Blvd. Expect to find many species of sparrows and southbound migrants. Meet at the Kissena Velodrome parking lot, which can be entered from Booth Memorial Ave north of Parsons Blvd - see map.
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
Massapequa Preserve
Sunday, October 3, 2021
Leader: Members of SSAS
Description: From Sunrise Highway, turn north onto Broadway, Massapequa. Travel under the Long Island Rail Road overpass, then make the first right onto Veterans Boulevard (headed east). Go past the Massapequa train station and into the parking lot at the east end of the station. The preserve is directly east of the parking lot.
Registration: Registration is required by calling Joe Landesberg at 516-467-9498
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Urban Park Rangers
Sunday, October 3, 2021
Birding: Fall Migration at Myrtle Avenue and Park Lane South (in Forest Park), Queens
10:00am - 11:00am
Join the Urban Park Rangers on a birding adventure around Forest Park to look for Fall migrants that include warblers, raptors and more!.
Free
Birding: Fall Migration at West 100 Street and Central Park West (in Central Park), Manhattan
10:00am - 11:00am
Join the Urban Park Rangers on a birding adventure around Central Park to look for Fall migrants that include warblers, raptors and more!
Free
Monday, September 27, 2021
Upcoming Trips
Friday, September 24, 2021
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| Swainson's Thrush, Green-Wood Cemetery, Brooklyn, NY |
Like North America's other, forest thushes, the Swainson's Thrush eats mostly insects during the breeding season and fruits during the fall and winter. Named after English naturalist William Swainson this ground-dwelling species breeds primarily in the Boreal forests across North America. Their sweet, flute-like song is an up spiraling melody. Their winter range extends from northern South America south, through the western Amazon Basin to northern Argentina. The IUCN Red List lists this species as "Least Concern", although populations have been declining.
Monday, September 20, 2021
Upcoming Trips
Below are the birding/nature trips for the weekend of September 25-26, 2021:
Bedford Audubon Society
Chestnut Ridge Hawkwatch
August 26, 2021 - November 24, 2021, 9:00am - 5:00 pm
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Description:It’s officially Hawkwatch Season! Spectacular flocks of Broad-winged Hawks pass through our area in mid-September, but Accipiters such as Sharp-shinned + Cooper’s Hawks provide the most consistent flight throughout the fall hawk-watching season. Join us for Science in Action: Chestnut Ridge Hawkwatch to experience the miracle of raptor migration. Our data is combined with other Hawkwatch sites to create population and migration analyses that help us better protect raptors and their habitats. Hawkwatch takes place daily through November, 9:00am-5:00pm (weather permitting). Arthur Butler Sanctuary on Chestnut Ridge Road in Bedford Corners. Registration not necessary, but please abide by current Covid-19 guidelines based on your vaccination status.
Registration: Registration required by emailing Susan at info@bedfordaudubon.org or by calling 914-302-9713.
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Brooklyn Bird Club
Prospect Park Saturday Fall Migration Walk
Saturday, September 25, 2021, 7:45am - 11:00 m
Leader: Dennis Hrehowsik
Description: Meet 7:45 am at the “Pergola” entrance on Ocean and Parkside Avenues.
Registration: No registration necessary; however, if more than 20 people show up we will split the group.
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Introduction to Birdwatching
Saturday, September 25, 2021, 10:00 am - 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. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Please bring binoculars if you have them.
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Freshkills Park Alliance
Insect Walk with Staten Island Museum
Saturday, September 25, 2021, 10:00am
Leader: Rangers
Description: As a part of the High Line’s Insectageddon, all-ages are invited to walk and explore the insects that live at Freshkills Park with the Staten Island Museum’s Director of Natural Sciences Colleen Evans and a Freshkills Park biologist. Pariticpants will use nets to catch and learn about insects up close and see what makes Freshkills an ideal habitat!
Registration: Register via Eventbrite
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Moth Light: Insects and Cyanotypes
Saturday, September 25, 2021, 6:30pm
Leader: Rangers
Description: As a part of the High Line’s Insectageddon, join artist Ash Ferlito for an all-ages evening of mothing and cyanotypes, a time-based photography, at the Freshkills Park Studio + Gallery. Through a process of attracting, studying, and capturing the image of insects to create a visual record, participants will learn about the many moths that call Staten Island home as well as how to explore and capture the likeness of moths on their own! Participants can sign up for drop-in sessions from 6:30PM-8:00PM or 8:00PM-9:30PM to observe, talk with the artist, and try their hand at mothing!
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Green-Wood Cemetery
Lookin’ at Lichen Walking Tour
Saturday, September 25, 2021, 11:00am – 12:30pm
Description: What are these organisms brightening up the landscape in shades of orange, yellow, green, blue, and even black? No, it’s not the flowers, it’s the lichens! Green-Wood is the ideal ecological oasis for lichens—colorful fungi that grow on gravestones and trees. Nova Patch, a member of the New York Mycological Society, will lead you on a walk to explore, identify, and appreciate the lichens found in the Cemetery, which is home to over fifty species. The next time you visit Green-Wood you won’t be able to take your eyes off them!.
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Hudson River Audubon Society
Hawk Watch at Lenoir Nature Preserve
Saturday, September 25, 2021, 10:00am
Leader: Michael Bochnik
Description: We will search the skies for Broad-winged Hawks migrating South. Their peak numbers are mid September and we may see hundreds or even thousands, Meet behind the Lenoir Mansion; we suggest bringing a chair.
Registration: Pre-register with Michael bochnikm@cs.com or call him at 914-237-9331 for more information
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Bird Walk and Hawk Watch
Sunday, September 26, 2021, 10:00am
Leader: Michael Bochnik
Description: Meet us for the bird walk at 8:30AM or 10AM for Hawk Watching. Stateline Lookout is across from Lenoir on top of the Palisades. After the bird walk we will hawk watch from the top of the cliffs. The hawk watch is only a few steps away from the parking lot. Hawks migrate sometimes at eye level. Bathrooms and concession stand nearby. Notice: The parking lot can fill up quickly on a nice day!
Registration: Pre-register with Michael bochnikm@cs.com or call him at 914-237-9331 for more information
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Linnaean Society of New York
Watch Hill, Fire Island
Saturday, September 25, 2021
Leader: Paul Sweet
Description: Located in the middle of Fire Island, the barrier beach that runs along the south shore of Long Island, Watch Hill is a great place to witness fall migration. Many birds are moving down the narrow barrier strip and often stop to feed. We expect to see raptors, particularly falcons, harriers, osprey and accipiters if winds are right. Warblers and other songbirds can fill the thickets, and the beaches and marshes are good for water birds. Some special things we might see are Royal Terns, Glossy Ibis, Saltmarsh Sparrows and Boat-tailed Grackles. We will meet at the Fire Island ferry, then take a pleasant 30-minute boat ride to Watch Hill. Bring plenty of water and food, sun lotion, and bug spray, and a hat is strongly suggested.
Registration: Nancy Shamban — nancyshamban@gmail.com
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New York City Audubon
Van Cortlandt Park Bird Walks, The Bronx
Saturdays, September 4 - November 27, 9-10:30am
Leader: NYC Audubon
Description: Explore Van Cortlandt Park's ecologically diverse grounds and celebrate a long tradition of birding in the park. We will look for various resident and migratory bird species and discuss a wide range of avian topics.
Registration: Via Eventbrite
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Queens Botanical Garden Bird Walk
Saturday, September 25, 2021, 9:30-10:30am
Leader: NYC Audubon with Queens Botanical Garden
Description: Explore Queens Botanical Garden in search of migrant songbirds and learn about the valuable resources that the Garden offers birds and other wildlife. Binoculars available. Register for one date or the whole series of five walks (walk-ins welcome). Visit www.queensbotanical.org/calendar to register.
Registration: Each walk limited to 25. Free (with Garden admission)
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Governors Island Bird Walk
Saturdays, July 10-October 30, 2021, 2-3:30pm
Leader: NYC Audubon
Description: Meet 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. Reserve your spot by signing up at Nolan Park #17. Limited to 10. Free.
Registration: Not required.
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North Shore Audubon Society
Valley Stream State Park
Saturday, September 25, 2021, 8:00am – 12:00pm
Leader: Bobby B. - (516) 578-6324
Description: Valley Stream State Park is located 18 miles from Manhattan off the Southern State Parkway in Valley Stream, Long Island, New York. The park consists of 97 acres of fields, woodlands, streambeds, and freshwater wetlands. In addition to bird watching, visitors can enjoy self-guided nature trails, picnicking., children’s play areas, basketball, bocce ball, softball, volleyball, soccer, football, cross-country skiing, and exercise trail. Interpretive programs, arts & crafts, and guided nature tours are available year-round by reservation.
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
Butler Manor Woods and the Unique Area
Sunday, September 26, 2021, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Leader: Ray Matarazzo
Description: Meet in the Mt. Loretto Unique Area, Kenny Road parking lot, then loop the Butler Manor Woods Green Trail and return to the parking lot by the bluff and meadow trail of the Unique Area to view the milkweeds and fall flowers of the grassland. Monarchs, American Lady and Red Admiral butterflies as well as an assortment of late-flying skippers will be nectaring throughout the meadow enjoying the last bright sun of summer. This walk will be approximately 2 miles, and heavy rain will cancel.
Registration: For more information call Don Recklies at (718) 768-9036.
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Queens County Bird Club
Prospect Park
Saturday, September 25, 2021, 7:00am - 3:00pm
Leader: Ian and Eric (917) 626-9562
Description: Meet at Prospect park entrance south of zoo - see map. We will break for lunch at noon, then proceed to Green-Wood Cemetery.
Registration: Please contact trip leader for meeting time and location. Contact trip leader for lunch plans.
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South Shore Audubon Society
Point Lookout Town Park (and Lido Preserve afterwards)
Sunday, September 26, 2021
Leader: Members of SSAS
Description: From the Southern State Parkway, exit onto the Meadowbrook State Parkway south. Exit from the Meadowbrook at Loop Parkway (just before the Jones Beach toll booths) toward Point Lookout. The Loop Parkway ends west of Point Lookout at Lido Boulevard. Continue straight across Lido Boulevard into Point Lookout Park. Travel past the ticket booths and curve left into the very large parking lot on the south side of the park. Park in the southeast corner, closest to the private homes of the village of Point Lookout and the beach. We will walk east along the beach toward Jones Inlet. After returning to the parking lot, we will drive west on Lido Boulevard to Lido Beach Passive Nature Preserve on the north side of Lido Boulevard to walk through the bay marsh.
Registration: Registration is required by calling Joe Landesberg at 516-467-9498
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Urban Park Rangers
Saturday, September 25, 2021
Fall Bird Migration Tour at Margaret Corbin Circle (in Fort Tryon Park), Manhattan
10:00am –11:30am
Description: This nature tour will search for songbirds throughout the Heather Garden grounds and along the Hudson River as they move south during their annual autumn pilgrimage.
Free
Raptor Time
Plumage looks like it's a second year Bald Eagle.
Friday, September 17, 2021
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| Philadelphia Vireo, Green-Wood Cemetery, Brooklyn, NY |
The Philadelphia Vireo is a relatively scarce Fall migrant seen around Brooklyn and NYC. Despite its common name, this Boreal forest breeding species is very uncommon in the meeting place of our Founding Fathers. It got its name as it was first described by John Cassin in 1842 from a specimen collected near Philadelphia. This small songbird is sometimes confused with the similar Warbling Vireo or Tennessee Warbler. Unlike warblers, though, vireos forage in a slower, more deliberate manner as they move through trees in search of food. This page has a nice in-hand photo comparison of three vireos. The IUCN Red List lists this species as "Least Concern".
Monday, September 13, 2021
Upcoming Trips
Below are the birding/nature trips for the weekend of September 18-19, 2021:
Bedford Audubon Society
Chestnut Ridge Hawkwatch
August 26, 2021 - November 24, 2021, 9:00am - 5:00 pm
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Description: It’s officially Hawkwatch Season! Spectacular flocks of Broad-winged Hawks pass through our area in mid-September, but Accipiters such as Sharp-shinned + Cooper’s Hawks provide the most consistent flight throughout the fall hawk-watching season. Join us for Science in Action: Chestnut Ridge Hawkwatch to experience the miracle of raptor migration. Our data is combined with other Hawkwatch sites to create population and migration analyses that help us better protect raptors and their habitats. Hawkwatch takes place daily through November, 9:00am-5:00pm (weather permitting). Arthur Butler Sanctuary on Chestnut Ridge Road in Bedford Corners. Registration not necessary, but please abide by current Covid-19 guidelines based on your vaccination status.
Registration: Registration required by emailing Susan at info@bedfordaudubon.org or by calling 914-302-9713.
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Guided Canoe Trip at Constitution Marsh
Saturday, September 18, 2021, 9:30am - 11:30am
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Description: You won’t want to miss this year’s Guided Canoe Trip at Constitution Marsh. Constitution Marsh Audubon Center and Sanctuary is in Putnam County on the east shore of the Hudson River. The marsh is an Audubon New York Important Bird Area (IBA), a NY State Bird Conservation Area, and is designated as a Significant Coastal Fish and Wildlife Habitat. Registration is very limited and there will be two people per canoe.
Registration: Cost: $45.00 (Member); $50.00 (Non-member).
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Brooklyn Bird Club
Prospect Park Saturday Fall Migration Walk
Saturday, September 18, 2021, 7:45am - 11:00am
Leader: Dennis Hrehowsik
Description: Meet 7:45 am at the “Pergola” entrance on Ocean and Parkside Avenues.
Registration: No registration necessary; however, if more than 20 people show up we will split the group.
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Introduction to Birdwatching
Saturday, September 18, 2021, 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. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Please bring binoculars if you have them.
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Gateway National Parks
4th Annual Jamaica Bay Monarch/Pollinator Festival
Sunday, September 19, 2021, 10:00am
Leader: Park Rangers
Description: Learn about the amazing journeys of butterflies such as the monarch butterfly, along with many different species of moths, bees, and other pollinators at the second annual Jamaica Bay Pollinator Festival. Meet at the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center for a fun day of activities.
Registration: No registration necessary.
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Great South Bay Audubon Society
Connetquot River SP Preserve Talk and Walk
Saturday, September 18, 2021, 8:00am - 10:00am
Leader: Hosted by Great South Bay Audubon and NYS Parks
Description: Connetquot River State Park Preserve 3525 Sunrise Hwy, Oakdale.
Registration: Reservations required – call Connetquot River State Park Preserve at 581-1072 to register. Registration fee $4, plus $8 parking fee per car – unless you have yearly Empire Pass.
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Green-Wood Cemetery
Mushroom Walk for Spanish Speakers
Saturday, September 18, 2021, 10:00am - 11:30am
Description: Green-Wood is a special place for fungi of all kinds. Sigrid Jakob and Potter Palmer, members of the New York Mycological Society and founders of the Green-Wood Fungi Phenology Project, will lead a mushroom walk into the depths of Green-Wood’s lovely and extensive woodlands where all types of fascinating fungi will be encountered: amanita, russula, boletes, agaricus, polypores, puffballs, jellies, even tiny ascomycetes (“dots on sticks,” an often overlooked but ubiquitous fungi that, though difficult to identify, are fascinating to study). Learn how to differentiate the delicious from the deadly and start putting names to some of the city’s more common summer (or fall) fungi. And come prepared for off-road walking.
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Birding in Peace
Sunday, September 18, 2021, 6:30am - 8:00am
Description: Before our gates open to the general public, birding expert Rob Jett leads these peaceful Sunday morning walking tours to discover the birds that make Green-Wood their home—at least temporarily. By September, offspring of these 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, waterfowl are returning, and we’ll look for raptors heading south. November will bring back our overwintering feathered denizens from the north.
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Fall Mushroom Walk
Sunday, September 19, 2021, 10:00am - 11:30am
Green-Wood is a special place for fungi of all kinds. Sigrid Jakob and Potter Palmer, members of the New York Mycological Society and founders of the Green-Wood Fungi Phenology Project, will lead a mushroom walk into the depths of Green-Wood’s lovely and extensive woodlands where all types of fascinating fungi will be encountered: amanita, russula, boletes, agaricus, polypores, puffballs, jellies, even tiny ascomycetes (“dots on sticks,” an often overlooked but ubiquitous fungi that, though difficult to identify, are fascinating to study). Learn how to differentiate the delicious from the deadly and start putting names to some of the city’s more common summer (or fall) fungi. And come prepared for off-road walking.
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Hudson River Audubon Society
Hawk Watch at Lenoir Nature Preserve
Saturday, September 18, 2021, 10am
Leader: Michael Bochnik
Description: We will search the skies for Broad-winged Hawks migrating South. Their peak numbers are mid September and we may see hundreds or even thousands, Meet behind the Lenoir Mansion; we suggest bringing a chair.
Registration: Pre-register with Michael bochnikm@cs.com or call him at 914-237-9331 for more information
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Linnaean Society of New York
Green-Wood Cemetery
Saturday, September 18, 2021
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, have been recorded at the cemetery.
Registration: Barbara Saunders — bsaunders002@nyc.rr.com or 646-872-4029
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Prospect Park
Sunday, September 19, 2021
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.
Registration: Crystal Thiele — cthiele7777@gmail.com
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New York City Audubon
Canarsie Park Bird Walks
Saturdays, September 18th, October 2nd, and October 9th, 8:00am -10am
Leader: Mike Yuan
Description: Meet at the Canarsie Park House at Seaview Avenue and East 88th street. Experience fall migration on the Brooklyn coast with Mike Yuan, NYCA Board Executive Vice President. All birding levels welcome. No registration necessary. Limited to 15. Free.
Registration: No registration necessary.
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Birding Gems of Staten Island: Clove Lakes Park
Saturday, September 18, 2021, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Leader: Gabriel Willow
Description: Journey to the "forgotten borough" to discover some of the beautiful forests and incredible birding spots at Clove Lakes Park. Look for ducks and seabirds in New York Harbor on our way across on the ferry ride and then catch a bus to the 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. Bus fare ($2.75 each way; please bring your MetroCard or exact change) not included in registration price. Limited to 15. $36 (25).
Registration: Click Here to Register
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Van Cortlandt Park Bird Walks
Saturdays, September 4 - November 27, 9-10:30am
Leader: NYC Audubon
Description: Meet at the Van Cortlandt Park Nature Center. 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. These walks celebrate the tradition set forth by these great ornithologists. Participants will look for various species of residents and migrants and discuss a wide range of avian topics. RSVP required, click here to sign up. Limited to 20. Free.
Registration: No Registration Necessary
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Governors Island Bird Walk
Saturdays, July 10-October 30, 2021, 2-3:30pm
Leader: NYC Audubon
Description: Meet 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. Limited to 12. Free.
Registration: Reserve your spot by signing up at Nolan Park #17.
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North Shore Audubon Society
Alley Pond Park
Saturday, September 18, 2021, 8:00am - 12:00pm
Leader: Ian R. (917) 626-9562
Description:
Registration: Limited registration. You must register by contacting the trip leader. If you become unable to attend, please contact trip leader.
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Queens County Bird Club
Robert Moses SP
Sunday, September 19, 2021, 7:30am - 12:00pm
Leader: Mary Normandia (516) 965-2282
Description: Fall is THE time to watch VisMig (visible migration) along the barrier beaches. We will be watching for birds and hawks as we walk to the lighthouse, and seabirds and whales on the ocean. Trip will end on Hawkwatch platform for falcon identification workshop.
Registration: This is a socially-distanced trip with limited registration. You must contact the trip leader to register.
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South Shore Audubon Society
Jones Beach Coast Guard Station Parking Area
Sunday, September 19, 2021
Leader: Members of SSAS
Description: From the Wantagh State Parkway, travel south. Upon entering Jones Beach State Park, exit at Bay Drive and continue west. Turn right (north) at entrance for Coast Guard Station and West End Boat Basin; turn right again for parking.
Registration: Registration is required by calling Joe Landesberg at 516-467-9498
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Urban Park Rangers
Saturday, September 18, 2021, 10:00am - 11:00am
Birding: Fall Migrants at Bay 32nd Street and Beach Channel Drive (in Bayswater Park), Queens
Description: Come see migrating shorebirds and other wildlife that refuel for their migratory journey in this unusual coastal environment that includes elements of shoreline, maritime forests, and more.
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Friday, September 10, 2021
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| Black-and-white Warbler, Green-Wood Cemetery, Brooklyn, NY |
Monday, September 06, 2021
Upcoming Trips
Below are the birding/nature trips for the weekend of September 11-12, 2021:
Bedford Audubon Society
Chestnut Ridge Hawkwatch
August 26, 2021 - November 24, 2021, 9:00am - 5:00 pm
Leader:
Description:It’s officially Hawkwatch Season! Spectacular flocks of Broad-winged Hawks pass through our area in mid-September, but Accipiters such as Sharp-shinned + Cooper’s Hawks provide the most consistent flight throughout the fall hawk-watching season. Join us for Science in Action: Chestnut Ridge Hawkwatch to experience the miracle of raptor migration. Our data is combined with other Hawkwatch sites to create population and migration analyses that help us better protect raptors and their habitats. Hawkwatch takes place daily through November, 9:00am-5:00pm (weather permitting). Arthur Butler Sanctuary on Chestnut Ridge Road in Bedford Corners. Registration not necessary, but please abide by current Covid-19 guidelines based on your vaccination status.
Registration: Registration required by emailing Susan at info@bedfordaudubon.org or by calling 914-302-9713.
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Exploration of Leonard Park
Saturday, September 11, 2021, 11:00am – 12:30pm
Leader: Steve Ricker
Description: Bedford Audubon is pleased to partner with Mount Kisco Recreation for an Exploration of Nature at Leonard Park. Naturalist Tait Johansson will be there to point out birds, butterflies, dragonflies, and other wildlife in this family-friendly casual drop-in event. Get close-up views of cooperating birds and insects through a scope or binoculars that we’ll have on hand, ask nature questions, and pick up goodies for kids and adults.
Registration: Meet at the picnic tables near the tea house. Cost: Free. Level of Difficulty: Easy. No need to register, but note that Leonard Park is open to residents of Mount Kisco.
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Brooklyn Bird Club
Prospect Park Saturday Fall Migration Walk
Saturday, September 11, 2021, 7:45am - 11:00am
Leader: Dennis Hrehowsik
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; however, if more than 20 people show up we will split the group. Meet 7:45 am at the “Pergola” entrance on Ocean and Parkside Avenues.
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Introduction to Birdwatching
Sunday, September 11, 2021, 10:00 am - 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. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Please bring binoculars if you have them.
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Hudson River Audubon Society
Walter Chadwick Memorial Nature Walk at Lenoir Nature Preserve
Saturday, September 11, 2021, 8:00am
Leader:
Description: Meet at the Nature Center. We will look for birds, butterflies, dragonflies and nature. We’ll end up at our hawk watch site at 10 AM in front of the mansion.
Registration: Pre-register with Michael bochnikm@cs.com
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Linnaean Society of New York
Alley Pond Park and Kissena Park
Saturday, September 11, 2021
Leader: Alan Drogin
Description: Alley Pond Park and Kissena Park are located less than a mile apart in Flushing, Queens. Together, they include forested hills bordering wide grassy spaces, small boardwalk swamps, brackish marshland, two ponds, two lakes, and an overgrown meadow—a great area away to visit from tourist crowds to hit during peak fall warbler migration.
Registration: Miriam Rakowski — rakowskimiriam@gmail.com
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New York City Audubon
Morning Fall Migration Walk in Prospect Park
Saturday, September 11, 2021, 8:00am - 11:00am
Leader: Gabriel Willow
Description: Join Gabriel Willow for a leisurely walk to get to know the fall migrants of 'Brooklyn's backyard'. Beautiful Prospect Park has a wide variety of habitats that attracts a number of both breeding and passage migrant bird species, with even more recorded than in Central Park. We will explore the Park's meadows, forests, and waterways in search of migratory warblers, vireos, thrushes, tanagers, waterfowl, and more. Limited to 15. $36 (25) per walk.
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Intro to Birding: Bird Walk in Marine Park
Saturday, September 11,2021, 8:30am - 10:00am
Leader: Tod Winston
Description: Are you curious about "birding" but don't have much (or any) experience? Come on a relaxed walk along Marine Park's Salt Marsh Nature Trail to go over birding basics and look for wading birds, raptors, shorebirds, waterfowl, warblers, and more. Binoculars available. Limited to 15. $36 (25) per walk.
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Van Cortlandt Park Bird Walks, The Bronx
Saturdays, September 4 - November 27, 9-10:30am
Leader: NYC Audubon
Description: Explore Van Cortlandt Park's ecologically diverse grounds and celebrate a long tradition of birding in the park. We will look for various resident and migratory bird species and discuss a wide range of avian topics.
Registration: Via Eventbrite
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Queens Botanical Garden Bird Walk
Saturday, September 11, 9:30am - 10:30am
Leader: NYC Audubon with Queens Botanical Garden
Description: Explore Queens Botanical Garden in search of migrant songbirds and learn about the valuable resources that the Garden offers birds and other wildlife. Binoculars available. Register for one date or the whole series of five walks (walk-ins welcome). Visit www.queensbotanical.org/calendar to register.
Registration: Each walk limited to 25. Free (with Garden admission)
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Governors Island Bird Walk
Saturdays, July 10-October 30, 2021, 2-3:30pm
Leader: NYC Audubon
Description: Meet 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. Reserve your spot by signing up at Nolan Park #17. Limited to 10. Free.
Registration: Not required.
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Fall Migration Birding Tour of Central Park
Sunday, September 12, 2021, 8:00am - 10:00am
Leader: Kellye Rosenheim
Description: Join co-author of Birdwatching in New York City and Long Island, Kellye Rosenheim, for the perfect Sunday morning activity: birdwatching! Tour the best Central Park birding spots in search of fall migrants. Limited to 15. $36 (25).
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Fall Migrants of Woodlawn Cemetery, The Bronx
Sunday, September 12, 2021, 8:30am - 11:00am
Leader: Tod Winston, Joseph McManus, Susan Olsen with Woodlawn Conservancy
Description: Join us for a morning bird walk and tour of beautiful Woodlawn Cemetery: Tod Winston and Joseph McManus will help look for fall migrants and year-round residents on the expansive, wooded cemetery grounds, while the Woodlawn Conservancy's Susan Olsen will share fascinating stories about Woodlawn’s history and the interesting mixture of individuals interred there. Limited to 15. $36 (25).
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North Shore Audubon Society
"Birdability" Nature Excursion - TR Park, Oyster Bay
Saturday, September 11, 2021, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Leader: Jill Vomacka
Description:"Birdability" field trip for those who use wheelchairs, walkers, or canes, or who do not wish to walk far. Participants may stay in car and communicate via walkie-talkies, to be provided. Walking will be limited to wheelchair-accessible areas. Limited to 5 cars. Trip leader is Jill Vomacka - her car is a dark teal Volkswagen with birding steward signs on the side doors.
Registration: Please register via phone one or two days in advance of the trip. Call Jill's cell phone between 7pm and 10pm (516) 361-3288.
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Protectors of Pine Oak Woods
The 22nd Annual Little Big Day Bird Count
Saturday, September 11, 2021, 6:00am - 6:00pm
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Description: Each fall participants spread out across the Island in an effort to identify as many species of birds and butterflies as possible within a twelve-hour window of opportunity. The daylong event generates data, a snap shot of the annual, south bound migration, which highlights the importance of maintaining open space across the Island. Participants are encouraged to visit our local parks and share observations on birds and butterflies.
Registration: For more information call Cliff Hagen at (718) 313-8591 or e-mail us at PPOW@siprotectors.org.
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Queens County Bird Club
Alley Pond Park
Sunday, September 12, 2021, 7:45am - 12:45pm
Leader: Eric Miller (917) 279-7530
Description: This min-trip includes the forested areas of Alley Pond Park south of the Long Island Expressway. Meet at the east end of the 76th Ave. parking lot - see map.
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
Hempstead Lake State Park
Sunday, September 12, 2021
Leader: Members of SSAS
Description: From the Southern State Parkway, take Exit 18 (Eagle Avenue) south to Field 3 (use second park entrance and make an immediate left turn.).
Registration: Registration is required by calling Joe Landesberg at 516-467-9498
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Urban Park Rangers
Sunday, September 12, 2021
Birding: Shorebirds at Salt Marsh Nature Center (in Marine Park), Brooklyn
9:00am - 10:00pm
What do Sandpipers, Oystercatchers and Stilts have in common? Join the Urban Park Rangers for a birding adventure and find out what makes shorebirds unique.
Free
Friday, September 03, 2021
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| Osprey, Sylvan Water, Green-Wood Cemetery |