Upcoming Trips

Below are the birding/nature trips for the weekend of March 25 - March 26, 2023:

Brooklyn Bird Club

Introduction to Birdwatching
Saturday, March 25, 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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Coastal Spring in Jones Beach
Saturday, March 25, 2023
Leader: Joe Giunta
Description: The first weekend after spring starts focuses on seabirds, raptors and songbird migrants returning to their northerly breeding grounds. Coastal birding can be exciting in the early days of spring.
Registration: Marisa Wohl email marisaw@earthlink.net
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Gateway National Parks

Fort Wadsworth Ranger Guided Tour and Hike
Sunday, March 26, 2023, 2:00pm — 3:30pm
Leader: Park Rangers
Description: Join us for a hike around Fort Wadsworth as we explore the forts and natural areas. Inclement weather will cancel this program. Dress appropriately and bring water.
Registration: Call (718) 354-4500 to make a reservation.
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New York City Audubon

Van Cortlandt Park Birding
Saturday, March 25, 2023, 9:00am - 10:30am
Leader: Joe McManus
Description: Join NYC Audubon on a bird tour in one of the Bronx's largest green spaces. Participants will look for various species of residents and migrants and discuss a wide range of avian topics. This event is held in partnership with Van Cortlandt Park Alliance.
Registration: Registration link to come. Free. Limited to 20.
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Let's Go Birding Together on Randall's Island
Saturday, March 25, 2023, 10:00am - 11:30am
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Description: Pride shouldn't only be celebrated during June! Join NYC Audubon and the Randall's Island Park Alliance for a Let's Go Birding Together (LGBT) event in the early spring. Randall's Island contains meadows, marshland, and shoreline that offer excellent habitat for all sorts of birds.
Registration: Registration page
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NYCHA in Nature Birding at Beach 41st Street
Saturday, March 25, 2023, 10:00am - 11:30am
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Description: NYCHA in Nature is a partnership program with NYC Audubon and the Fund for Public Housing to offer bird-watching opportunities and exposure to nature for NYCHA residents and the general public. The program will explore adjacent parks to NYCHA developments and also open space within the developments.
Registration: Registration page
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Pelham Bay Park Birding
Sunday, March 26, 2023, 9:00am - 10:30am
Leader: Jack Rothman
Description: Join NYC Audubon to explore New York City's largest park this spring. Pelham Bay Park's forested areas, salt marshes, and grassy meadows offer rich habitat for a variety of migrating birds.
Registration: Registration not required. No Limit. Free.
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Spring Birding at Highland Park
Sunday, March 26, 2023, 9:00am - 10:30am
Leader: Outdoor Afro
Description: Located in both Queens and Brooklyn, Highland Park boasts forested areas, sportsfields, and a community garden. Join Outdoor Afro and NYC Audubon in search of early spring migrants in this beautiful green space.
Registration: Registration page
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Protectors of Pine Oak Woods

A Walk at Blue Heron Park
Saturday, May 25, 2023, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Leader: Don Recklies
Description: We’ll meet in the Blue Heron Nature Center parking lot, 222 Poillon Avenue, then cross the street to loop the Blue Trail, visit Butterfly Pond, then return to the Nature Center. We’ll look for signs of Spring and may find swelling buds, or perhaps blooming Skunk Cabbage.
Registration: For more information call Don Recklies at (718) 768-9036. Inclement weather – but not light rain – will cancel this walk.
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Crooke’s Point
Sunday, May 26, 2023, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Leader: Paul T. Lederer
Description: Maritime sand spits such as Crooke’s Point are dynamic topographical features formed and sculpted by water and wind action. Join naturalist Paul T. Lederer in a talk and walk where the geological and human history of the site, as well as the plants and animals that call this place home, will be discussed. It is suggested that walk participants dress in pants that cover the full leg and shoes appropriate for sand dune areas. It is also suggested that participants consider sun protection such as hats, sun block and water or other hydrating liquids. Insect repellent is also recommended. Walk participants will meet in Great Kills Park Beach Center Parking Lot (Parking Area “G”) near the beginning of the dirt permit road leading out to Crooke’s Point. To get to the meeting spot, enter the park at the Buffalo Street entrance at Hylan Boulevard and follow Buffalo Street through the park to where it ends just before the dirt Crooke’s Point Permit Road.
Registration: For more information call Paul at his cell phone (718) 354-9200.
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South Shore Audubon Society

Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge
Sunday, March 19, 2023
Leader: Members of SSAS
Description: From the Southern State Parkway, travel west to the Belt Parkway. Exit at Cross Bay Boulevard (Exit 17) south. Continue south on Cross Bay Blvd. through Howard Beach and over the North Channel Bridge (also known as the Congressman Joseph P. Addabbo Bridge). The entrance to the refuge parking lot is on the right side of the road, at a traffic light approximately one and a half miles past the bridge.
Registration: Registration is required by calling Joe Landesberg at 516-467-9498
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South Shore Audubon Society

Jones Beach Coast Guard Station Parking Area
Sunday, March 26, 2023
Leader: Members of SSAS
Description: From the Wantagh State Parkway, travel south. Upon entering Jones Beach State Park, exit at Bay Drive and continue west. Turn right (north) at entrance for Coast Guard Station and West End Boat Basin; turn right again for parking.
Registration: Registration is required by calling Joe Landesberg at 516-467-9498
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Sullivan County Audubon Society

Spring Waterfowl Walk
Saturday, March 25, 2023, 8:00am
Leader: John Haas
Description: Join John Haas at the DEC parking lot on Haven Road in the Bashakill. Bring binoculars to hopefully see an array of early ducks, geese, and mergansers. We will move to the Main Boat Launch to view additional species.
Registration: For more information and to register please call John at 845 807-2437.
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Urban Park Rangers

Saturday, March 25, 2023

Birding: Spring Migration at Entrance - West 100 Street and Central Park West (in Central Park), Manhattan
10:00am - 11:00am
Join the Urban Park Rangers on a birding adventure around Central Park to look for spring migrants that include warblers, raptors and more!
Free

Sunday, March 26, 2023

Birding: Waterfowl at Entrance - Baisley Blvd. & 157th Street (in Baisley Pond Park), Queens
11:00am - 12:00pm
Birding programs are appropriate for all skill levels and beginners are welcome. Please bring your own binoculars.
Free