Upcoming Trips

Below are the birding/nature trips for the weekend of February 11 - February 12, 2023:

Bedford Audubon Society

Hudson River Eagle Trip
Saturday, February 11, 2023, 11:30am - 5:30pm
Leader: Tait Johansson
Description: Join Naturalist Tait Johansson for a Field Trip Along the Hudson River to a place that holds the largest concentration of wintering Bald Eagles in the area. The river and its banks provide food & nesting sites which will give us the chance to spot these majestic raptors along the river at multiple stops from Peekskill to Croton Point. This trip was so popular in 2022 that Tait decided to offer it twice this year!
Registration: Cost: Free. Level of Difficulty: Moderate. Registration required by emailing Susan at info@bedfordaudubon.org or by calling 914-302-9713.
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Brooklyn Bird Club

Introduction to Birdwatching
Saturday, February 11, 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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Finding Ducks of Jamaica Bay and Rockaway
Saturday, February 11, 2023
Leader: Peter Dorosh
Description: Ducks will be our objective with the hope for 15 duck species as well as other winter delights.
Registration: Please register ( for weather alert): Prosbird@gmail.com or Prosbird@aol.com.
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Feminist Bird Club

NYC - Gullentine's Day with Feminist Bird Club
Saturday, February 11, 2023, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Leaders: Ryan Mandelbaum
Description: Seasoned FBC guide and dedicated gull enthusiast Ryan Mandelbaum will be helping us find and identify members of this most underappreciated bird family. Come learn how to ID winter-plumaged Herring, Ring-billed, and Great Black-backed Gulls! If we’re lucky, we might get a rare Iceland Gull or Black-headed Gull. And while gulls will be our focus, New York waterways also have lots of weird winter ducks, visiting Great Cormorants, and maybe even a seal or two!
Registration: To register, please visit the corresponding EventBrite page
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Great South Bay Audubon Society

Jones Beach West End State Park Bird Walk
Sunday, February 12, 2023, 8:30am - 12:00pm
Leader: Mike Cooper, Bob Grover
Description: Join us for a wonderful bird walk as we head out to Jones Beach West End for an early morning adventure.
Registration: info@greatsouthbayaudubon.org
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Green-Wood Cemetery

Birding in Peace
Sunday, February 12, 2023, 7:00am - 8:30am
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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Linnaean Society of New York

Coney Island Pier to Coney Island Creek
Saturday, February 11, 2023 (rescheduled from 2/4)
Leader: Rob Jett
Description: This casual four-mile loop begins by exploring the shore, water, and jetties of the lower bay along Coney Island Beach. Walking west towards the border between Coney Island and the private community of Seagate, we expect to observe Common and Red-throated Loons, Horned Grebes, Long-tailed Ducks, scoters and several other species of waterfowl. Purple Sandpipers typically overwinter along the rock jetties. Among the abundant common gulls, we may find a rare Lesser Black-backed or Iceland Gull. The second half of the loop explores Gravesend Bay and Coney Island Creek. Returning towards Stillwell Avenue the group may opt to lunch at NYC landmark Totonno’s pizzeria or stop in for a cold one at Coney Island Brewery.
Registration: Linda LaBella — lblabella@gmail.com
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Montauk Weekend
Saturday, February 11, 2023 – Sunday, February 12, 2023
Leader: Joseph DiCostanzo
Description: Montauk is the easternmost point of New York State and is known for the high numbers of ducks and pelagic birds that concentrate there in winter. On our way to and from Montauk we will make several stops, including at Point Lookout, Jones Beach, and various freshwater ponds. We will spend the night at Daunt’s Albatross Motel.
Registration: Alice Deutsch — ad@builderlevy.com
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Littoral Society

Winter Bird & Wildlife of Jamaica Bay
Saturday, February 11, 2023, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Leader: Don Riepe
Description: Join the Littoral Society's Jamaica Bay Guardian Don Riepe for an indoor slide presentation followed by a walk around the ponds and gardens to look for snow geese, owls, and other winter birds. Don will also talk about winter survival and look for signs of wildlife. Kids welcome.
Registration: To register, please visit the info page here
For more info contact Don at don@littoralsociety.org


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New York City Audubon

Free: Winter Birding at Shirley Chisholm State Park with Outdoor Afro
Sunday, February 12, 2023, 9:00am - 10:30am
Leader: Outdoor Afro
Description: Join NYC Audubon, New York State Parks, and Outdoor Afro to explore the largest state park in New York City, Shirley Chisholm State Park! This fairly new park was built on top of landfills and now supports a rich diversity of wildlife and habitat, including hawks, waterfowl, wetlands, and many tree and native grass species.
Registration: Registration not required but encouraged (it helps us know how many extra binoculars we should bring!). No Limit. Free
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Protectors of Pine Oak Woods

Oakwood Beach Discovery
Saturday, February 11, 2023, 9:00am - 11:00am
Leader: Jim Scarcella
Description: Participants will meet at the bottom of Tarlton Street off Mill Road, Oakwood and set out on an exploration of Oakwood Marsh. This vast area of open space along Staten Island’s east shore hosts a collection of visiting waterfowl, raptors and sparrows. Participants will discuss the history of the area and visit the proposed location for a seawall. Join with NRPA (Natural Resources Protective Association) to discover Oakwood Beach in winter.
Registration: For more information contact Jim Scarcella at (718) 873 4291, or e-mail him at nrpa2@aol.com.
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A Walk in the Woods at Blue Heron Park
Sunday, February 12, 2023, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Leader: Don Recklies
Description: This is a winter walk on the eastern side of the park to visit some of the lesser walked trails. From Spring Pond we’ll follow the Red Trail to Butterfly Pond, then by local roads to the eastern edge of the park. On the way we’ll try to identify some of the trees by their shape and bark. The livelier things will probably still be tucked away for winter. Heavy snow and ice, or other inclement weather (but not a light rain) will cancel.
Registration: For more information call Don Recklies at (718) 768-9036.
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South Shore Audubon Society

Massapequa Preserve
Sunday, February 12, 2023
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

Saturday, February 11, 2023

Birding: Winter Birds at Vermont Place Parking Lot (in Highland Park), Queens
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Our Urban Park Rangers will guide you to the best viewing spots in New York City to see migratory winter birds.
Free

Sunday, February 12, 2023

Winter Birding at Wave Hill, Bronx
9:30am - 11:00am
The Hudson River Valley hosts an impressive diversity of bird species, even during the winter months. Explore Wave Hill’s tranquil gardens and woodlands with…
Free


Birding: Winter Waterfowl at Gateway Drive and Erskine Street (in Spring Creek Park), Brooklyn
10:00am - 11:00am
Birding programs are appropriate for all skill levels and beginners are welcome. Please bring your own binoculars.
Free


Birding: Winter Birds at Broadway and Arden Street (in Fort Tryon Park), Manhattan
11:00am - 12:30pm
Join the Urban Park Rangers for a birding hike and discover the bird species that inhabit New York during the winter months.
Free


Birding: Winter Waterfowl at Section 2 Orchard Beach (in Pelham Bay Park), Bronx
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Birding programs are an all-inclusive safe space and appropriate for all skill levels and beginners are welcome.
Free