Upcoming Trips

Below are the birding/nature trips for the weekend of August 20 - August 21, 2022:

Brooklyn Bird Club

Early Fall Migrants in Prospect Park
Sunday, August 21, 2022
Leader: Paul Keim
Description: This outing is at an easy pace with stops to observe birds. There may be steps, slight inclines, and grass and dirt paths with exposed roots. We will cover approximately 1.5-2 miles.
Registration: No registration necessary
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Gateway National Parks

Osprey of Jamaica Bay
Saturday, August 20, 2022, 10:00pm - 11:00am
Leader: Park Rangers
Description: Once an endangered species, the Osprey have returned stronger than ever. View one of the many Osprey nests in the bay as you learn about this amazingly unique bird and the great conservation success story that brought it back from near extinction.
Registration: No registration required. Call (718) 318-4340 for more information.
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Fort Wadsworth Tour
Every week on Saturday & Sunday May 28, 2022 to August 28, 2022
Leader: Park Rangers
Description: Join us for a hike around Fort Wadsworth as we explore both the natural areas and the remnants of the former harbor defense system. Inclement weather will cancel this program. Dress appropriately. Bring water, face mask required.
Registration: Call 718 354-4655 to make a reservation.
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Great South Bay Audubon Society

Jamaica Bay Bird Walk
Sunday, August 21, 2022, 8:00am - 12:00pm
Description: Southern State Pkwy to Belt Pkwy to Exit 17, Cross Bay Blvd. South. Continue south for about 2 miles. Look for entrance of refuge on the right (west) side. There are signs for the park entrance. (Knee High boots are recommended.)
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Linnaean Society of New York

Cupsogue Flats and Beyond
Saturday, August 20, 2022
Leader: Eileen Schwinn
Description: About an hour before low tide, we will cross to the sand flats through very shallow water, giving us two hours to look for multiple species of southerly migrating shorebirds and waders, including Marbled Godwits, Red Knots and Little Blue Herons. Saltmarsh and Seaside Sparrows are possibilities on the way.
Registration: Debbie Mullins — deborramullins3@gmail.com
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New York City Audubon

Free: Governors Island Bird Walks
Saturdays, May through October 2022, 2:00pm - 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.
Registration: No RSVP required. Limited to 15. Free.
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South Shore Audubon Society

Norman J. Levy Park and Preserve
Sunday, August 21, 2022
Leader: Members of SSAS
Description: From the Meadowbrook Parkway, use the Merrick Road M9 east exit. Enter the Department of Sanitation entrance immediately on right (if you’re driving west on Merrick Road, make a U-turn after Central Boulevard and before the Meadowbrook Parkway). Look for signs to Levy Park and Preserve parking lot.
Registration: Registration is required by calling Joe Landesberg at 516-467-9498
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Sullivan County Audubon Society

Round Trip Walk on the D&H Canal Towpath
Sunday, August 21, 2022, 1:00pm
Leader: Kerron Barnes
Description: Meet in parking area behind Town Hall.
Registration: To register and/or for more information, contact Mamakating Library at (845) 888-8004 or email: mamcirc@rcls.org.
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