Upcoming Trips

Below are the birding/nature trips for the weekend of January 21 - January 22, 2023:

Brooklyn Bird Club

Introduction to Birdwatching
Saturday, January 21, 2023, 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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A Coney Island Winter Walk
Sunday, January 22, 2023, 8:00am
Leader: Chris Laskowski
Description: Areas that will be covered are Coney Island Beach and Coney Island Creek Park . Dress warmly and bring a scope if you own one. Be prepared for a good amount of walking. Lunch will be at Tontonno’s pizzeria on Neptune Avenue https://www.totonnosconeyisland.com.
Registration: No registration necessary.
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Gateway National Parks

Great Kills Park Natural History Walk
Sunday, January 22, 2023, 10:00 am - 11:30am
Leader: Park Rangers
Description: Join us for a hike as we explore natural areas along the multiuse path and saltmarsh.
Registration: Call 718-338-3799 to reserve.
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Great South Bay Audubon Society

Connetquot River SPP Bird at the Preserve
Saturday, January 22, 2023, 8:30am - 12:00pm
Leader: _____
Description: Join us for a wonderful bird walk as we head out to Connetquot River SP Preserve for an early morning adventure. Hosted by Great South Bay Audubon and NYS Parks.
Registration: 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

Birding in Peace
Sunday, January 22, 2023, 7:15am - 8:45am
Description: Before our gates open to the general public, birding expert Rob Jett leads these peaceful early morning walking tours to discover the birds that make Green-Wood their home—at least temporarily. For some bird species that migrate south after the breeding season, Brooklyn is their Miami during the cold months. Spend the early morning exploring the cemetery, looking for overwintering waterfowl, nuthatches, woodpeckers, sparrows, finches and any half-hardy birds that decided to stick around. By February we’ll see some of the early north-bound birds beginning to trickle back into the area.
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Hudson River Audubon Society

Hudson River Bald Eagles
Saturday, January 21, 2023, 8:00am
Leader: Mike Bochnik
Description: We will search the trees and ice flows for wintering Bald Eagle. We may also stop at other points along the Hudson.
Registration: bochnikm@cs.com
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New York City Audubon

Free: Pelham Bay Park Birding
Sunday, January 22, 2023, 9:00am - 10:30am
Leader: Jack Rothman
Description: Join NYC Audubon to explore New York City's largest park. In addition to passerines and raptors, a variety of waterfowl can be found in the waters off Orchard Beach and on Hunter and Twin Islands. During low tide on sunny days, seals are usually visible!
Registration: Registration not required. No Limit. Free.
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Queens County Bird Club

Montauk
Sunday, January 22, 2023
Leader: Joe Schiavone (203) 640-2927
Description: This is a full-day trip that starts early and ends with dining out near Shinnecock Inlet. Of course, you may leave at any time that your schedule requires. Please pack a bagged lunch because we will not be stopping at a restaurant for lunch.
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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Saw Mill River Audubon Society

Small Group Birding: Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Saturday, January 21, 2023, 8:00am - 10:00am
Leader: Members of SMRA
Description: Saw Mill River Audubon small group bird walks are limited to 25 people by registration. Completed COVID vaccination required. Good for all levels of birding experience. Beginners very welcome! Walks are for adults and youth age 8 or older. Let us know in advance if you want to borrow binoculars by emailing us at: office@sawmillriveraudubon.org.
Registration: Via Eventbrite
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South Shore Audubon Society

Hempstead Lake State Park
Sunday, January 22, 2023
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

Saturday, January 21, 2023

Birding: Bald Eagle Watch at Payson Park House (in Inwood Hill Park), Manhattan
9:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.
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. Bring your own binoculars.
Free

Birding: Bald Eagle Watch at Palisade Avenue and Spaulding Lane (in Riverdale Park), Bronx
11:00am- 12:00pm
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. Bring your own binoculars.
Free

Sunday, January 22, 2023

Birding: Winter Waterfowl at Entrance-West Street and Greenpoint Avenue (in WNYC Transmitter Park), Brooklyn
11:00am - 12:00pm
Birding programs are appropriate for all skill levels and beginners are welcome. Please bring your own binoculars.
Free