Upcoming Trips

Below are the birding/nature trips for the weekend of April 9-10, 2022:

Brooklyn Bird Club

Introduction to Birdwatching
Saturday, April 9, 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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Journey to the Wild South Shore of Staten Island
Saturday, April 9, 2022
Leader: Peter Dorosh and Ryan Goldberg
Description: Celebrate the opening of the new New York State birding trail from its beginning, at Mount Loretto Unique Area on the south shore of Staten Island. Mount Loretto is a migration hotspot that includes more than 200 acres of state-protected forests, grasslands, wetlands, and coastal shorelines, with great views of Raritan Bay. Target species include raptors, bluebirds, snipe and woodcock, ducks and grebes, grassland specialists like meadowlarks, and early migrant songbirds.
Registration: Ryan Goldberg, email: ryan.goldberg@gmail.com
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Green-Wood Cemetery

Birding in Peace
Sunday, April 10, 2022, 6:30am - 8:00am
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.
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Huntington-Oyster Bay Audubon Society

Avalon Nature Preserve
Sunday, April 10, 2022, 9:00am
Leader: _____
Description: From its inception, Avalon Nature Preserve has sought to protect and restore the ecological heritage of this special landscape. Since 1997, the preserve has flourished into a thriving 216 acres of fields, forest, and wetlands, 140 of which are open to the public.
Registration: To register, call (585) 880-0915.
Directions: Take the Northern State Parkway east to NY 347. Keep right to NY 111 then continue east on NY 25A. Then turn left on Saddle Rd. The preserve is on the left.


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Linnaean Society of New York

Photography Focused Walk in Prospect Park
Saturday, April 9, 2022
Leader: Tom Stephenson
Description: Birds make beautiful pictures. And photos can be useful in making tough IDs and also serve as memories of great experiences. But birds can be very difficult to photograph well. During this workshop/field trip we’ll talk about how to take great, sharp photos. We’ll begin by covering camera basics, how to set up for different conditions, and even some advanced tips and tricks including settings for flight shots, dark areas and backlit birds.
Registration: Renee Lucier - reneelucier145@gmail.com
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New York City Audubon

Spring Migration in Pelham Bay Park, The Bronx
Saturday, April 9, 2022, 9:00am - 04:00pm
Leader: Gabriel Willow
Description: Explore the lovely coves and rocky outcroppings of the City’s largest park, Pelham Bay Park, seeking out migrating songbirds, late wintering birds, ducks, and a breeding pair of Great Horned Owls. The rich and diverse habitat makes this park an urban gem and a great home for wildlife. Past rarities include a Northern Goshawk and a Purple Sandpiper. Bring lunch and water. Transport by passenger van from NYC Audubon's office included. Limited to 12. $100 (70).
Registration: Via Eventbrite
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North Shore Audubon Society

Garvies Point Museum and Preserve
Saturday, April 9, 2022, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Leader: Lindy 628-1315
Description: 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

Ambling through Arden
Saturday, April 9, 2022, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Leader: Don Recklies
Description: Take a walk in New York City’s largest freshwater wetlands. Early in the year, we hope to avoid summer swarms of mosquitoes while we walk some of the areas in the park slated for bluebelt improvement (but you still might want to bring bug spray). We’ll meet at the north end of Carlton Boulevard (off Woodrow Road). There will be slopes and streams to cross.
Registration: For more information call Don Recklies at (718) 768-9036.
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South Shore Audubon Society

Oceanside Marine Nature Study Area
Saturday, April 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, April 9, 2022

Introduction to Birdwatching Walks at Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park), Brooklyn
10:00am – 12:00pm
Every Saturday, join a member of the Brooklyn Bird Club and Prospect Park Alliance on an introductory walk to learn the basics of birding.
Free