Upcoming Trips

Below are the birding/nature trips from Saturday, January 10 - Sunday, January 11, 2026:

Brooklyn Bird Club

A Finchy winter walk in Green-wood Cemetery
Saturday, January 10, 2026
Leader: Megan Thornton
Description: Winter is a quiet time but hidden among the bare trees and frozen ground, birds are around. For this themed walk, based on last autumn’s finch forecast we hope to see winter finches among the woodpeckers, nuthatches, titmice, hawks and whatever else is around.
Registration: Registration not required.
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Introduction to Birdwatching
Saturday, January 10, 2026, 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 bird outing 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.
Registration: No registration necessary.
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Eastern Long Island Audubon Society

The Lakes & Ponds of Patchogue
Sunday, January 11, 2026. Meet at 8:00am
Leader: Rosemary Valente
Description: This ever-popular trip, led by Rosemary Valente, will explore the winter resting spots of almost all the fresh-water ducks and waterfowl you can find on Long Island! Meeting at Swan Lake, Patchogue we will travel in the local area, with multiple stops along the way.
Registration: Pre-register with Rosemary at: hobbesmom4ever@yahoo.com
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Gateway National Parks

Winter Wander Nature Walk at Jamaica Bay
Sunday, January 11, 2026, 11:00 am — 12:00pm
Leader: Park Rangers
Description: Wander with a park ranger at Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge while it’s a winter wonderland! Explore how plants and animals at the park survive and adapt to the winter. Open to all ages. Please dress for the conditions.
Registration: Reservation or Registration: No
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Linnaean Society of New York

Croton Point Park and Shawangunk Grasslands N.W.R.
Sunday, January 11, 2026
Leader: Julien Amsellem
Description: This combo trip will start at Westchester County’s Croton Point Park, a large peninsula that juts out into the Hudson River near its widest point. The park’s location on the Hudson flyway attracts a wide variety of birds to its many habitats, including expansive bays, tidal wetlands, immense grasslands, and mature forests. Among the many exciting sightings here are high numbers of Bald Eagles, large congregations of many duck species, and excellent grassland species, like Eastern Meadowlark, Horned Lark, Snow Bunting, and American Pipit.
Registration: Annie Plum — annwplum@gmail.com
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NYC Bird Alliance

Winter Birding at Mount Loretto Unique Area, Staten Island
Saturday, January 10, 2026, 8:00 am — 10:00am
Leader: Anthony Ciancimino
Description: Discover a diversity of wintering birds with Staten Island resident and birder, Anthony Ciancimino. The diverse habitats found at the park make it the perfect place for all-year round birding.
Registration: Registration page
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Winter Birds with the Young Conservationists: Finches
Saturday, January 10, 2026, 10:00 am — 11:30am
Leader: Ryan Mandelbaum
Description: Winter doesn’t mean the birding has to stop! Discover the birds that spend the colder months with us. Join Young Conservation Council member Ryan Mandelbaum this winter in a three part series: finches, gulls, and ducks.
Registration: Registration page
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Winter Birding at Pelham Bay Park
Sunday, January 11, 2026, 9:00 am — 10:30am
Leader: ______
Description: Join NYC Bird Alliance to explore New York City's largest park! Pelham Bay Park's forested areas, salt marshes, and grassy meadows offer rich habitat for a variety of migrating birds.
Registration: Registration page
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South Shore Audubon Society

Jones Beach Coast Guard Station Parking Area
Sunday, January 11, 2026
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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Urban Park Rangers

Saturday, January 10, 2026
McGolrick Bird Club at Monsignor McGolrick Park (in Msgr. McGolrick Park), Brooklyn
9:00am–11:00am
Free birding walks are held every Saturday at 9am, year-round. Meet at the Russell & Driggs entrance to McGolrick park.
Free

Sunday, January 11, 2026
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.
Free
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