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Taking Flight: Birding in the Catskills
June 9, 2016 - June 12, 2016
NOT YOUR TYPICAL BIRDING WEEKEND. A Program of the Catskill Center, at the Ashokan Center, Olivebridge, NY. A highlight of the event is the Friday night Keynote by Bicknell’s Thrush expert Chris Rimmer, who will guide a Saturday morning hike up Slide Mountain in search of this iconic bird of the Catskills. Also workshops, off-site birding, before breakfast hikes and moonlit owl walks. All meals are included in registration fee. For more information and to register: http://catskillcenter.org/events/2016/6/10/birding-conference
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All participants should be aware of existing guidelines and new field trip protocol listed below:
Participant responsibility agreement while attending a JBNHS field trip: By registering, each participant acknowledges their acceptance of the Individual’s Responsibilities.
Individual’s Responsibilities are:
- To stay with the group, follow trip leader’s requests, and do not separate unless you notify trip leader
- To understand that out-of-doors activities involve hazards and that one participates at one’s own risk
- To wear clothing and footwear appropriate to the terrain, and for sun and insect challenges as well
- To adhere to the ABA Birding Code of Ethics, respect and preserve the flora, fauna, and properties we visit
- To be mindful and courteous to other participants
Additionally:
- Optics may be shared if those involved are comfortable with doing so
- Carpooling is at the discretion of participants.
- Preregistration is required for all field trips and participation may be limited.