Upcoming Trips

Below are the birding/nature trips for Memorial weekend May 28 - May 30, 2022:

Brooklyn Bird Club

Prospect Park Saturday Spring Migration Walks
Saturday, May 28, 2022
Leader: Dennis Hrehowsik
Description: Meet 7:30 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, May 28, 2022
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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A day at the Marsh: Plumb Beach Shorebirds
Saturday, May 28, 2022
Leader: Ryan Mandlebaum
Description: The plan is to bird the marsh and beach initially , then sit/stand on the beach facing the mudflats as the tide drops near the eastern point of Plumb Beach. Bring a scope and lunch as well as sunblock, etc.
Registration: No registration necessary.
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Eastern Long Island Audubon Society

Manorville Hills
Saturday, May 28, 2022, 8:30am
Leader: Rosemary Valente & Suzi Stewart
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Registration: Register with Rosemary by phone or text to 631-882-2464
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Gabe Willow Tours

Brooklyn Birding Hotspots - Prospect Park
Saturday, May 28, 2021, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Leader: Gabe Willow
Description: Discover the wonders of Spring Migration in the best birding spots in Brooklyn
Registration: Register via Eventbrite
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Brooklyn Birding Hotspots - Brooklyn Bridge Park
Sunday, May 29, 2021, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Leader: Gabe Willow
Description: Discover the wonders of Spring Migration in the best birding spots in Brooklyn
Registration: Register via Eventbrite
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Green-Wood Cemetery

Birding in Peace
Sunday, May 29, 2022, 6:00am–7:30am
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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Linnaean Society of New York

Sterling Forest State Park
Monday, May 30, 2022
Leader: Anne Ribolow and Amy Simmons
Description: Sterling Forest State Park is part of New York State’s Bird Conservation Area Program as the Park “has considerable biodiversity including a diversity of bird species”. On our visit we can expect to see and hear the lovely songs of the birds that nest there including Golden-winged Warblers, Blue-winged Warblers, Prairie Warblers, Cerulean Warblers, Indigo Buntings, Acadian Flycatchers, Yellow-billed Cuckoos, and more, as well as Broad-winged and Red-shouldered Hawks.
Registration: Claire Borrelli — claireb1008@msn.com
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New York City Audubon

Free: Van Cortlandt Park Bird Walks
Saturdays, April 16 - June 25, 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.
Registration: Via Eventbrite
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Governors Island Bird Walks
Saturdays, May through October 2022, 2-3:30pm
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. No RSVP required. Limited to 15. Free.
Registration: No RSVP required
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Birding South Brooklyn: Marine Park and Plumb Beach
Saturday, May 28, 2022, 6:30am - 12:30pm
Leader: Tod Winston
Description: 'll arrive early at the Salt Marsh Nature Center at Marine Park to seek out secretive Saltmarsh and Seaside Sparrows, Clapper Rails, and waders—and then head to Plumb Beach right after low tide in search of Ruddy Turnstones, Red Knots, Black Skimmers, and terns. Bring lunch. Transport by passenger van. Limited to 12. $100 (70).
Registration: Via Eventbrite
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Young Conservationists Bird Walk: Central Park
Saturday, May 28, 2022, 9:00am - 11:00am
Leader: Efua Peterson
Description: Join NYC Audubon Young Conservationist Board Member Efua Peterson for a morning walk through Central Park to enjoy the height of spring migration. We’ll be welcoming the arrival of warblers, vireos, tanagers, and more as they stop in Central Park to rest and eat before heading north for the summer. The walk will take place in and around the Ramble. Limited to 20 people.
Registration: Via Eventbrite
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North Shore Audubon Society

Muttontown (Equestrian entrance)
Saturday, May 28, 2022, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Leader: Ralph
Description:
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South Shore Audubon Society

Oceanside Marine Nature Study Area
Saturday, May 28, 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, May 28, 2022

Birding: Warbler Watch at Oakland Lake (in Alley Pond Park), Queens
9:00am - 10:00am
Join the Urban Park Rangers on a birding adventure around Oakland Lake to look for spring warblers and more!
Free


Birding: Spring Migration at Fort Greene Park Visitor Center (in Fort Greene Park), Brooklyn
10:00am - 11:00am
Join the Urban Park Rangers on a birding adventure around Fort Greene Park looking for spring migrants such as warblers, sparrows and birds of prey.
Free


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


Birding: Raptors at Arthur Kill Road and Brookfield Avenue (in Brookfield Park), Staten Island
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Join the Urban Park Rangers on a birding adventure around Brookfield Park to look for raptors that include hawks, eagles, osprey and more.
Free