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TAKING FLIGHT CATSKILLS BIRDING CONFERENCE
May 24, 2018 - May 27, 2018
THE CATSKILL MOUNTAINS HOST 27 DIFFERENT BREEDING WARBLERS AND AT LEAST 9 MORE SPECIES THAT HAVE BEEN DOCUMENTED PASSING THROUGH.
In honor of these amazing birds, the 3rd annual Taking Flight Conference is all about warblers.
SCOTT WHITTLE AND TOM STEPHENSON, CO-WRITERS OF “THE WARBLER GUIDE” will lead warbler hikes, warbler workshops (photographing warblers + Warbler ID), and will give the Saturday night keynote address… about warblers. It will be a weekend in the Catskills you won’t want to miss.
Visit the TAKING FLIGHT 2018 (http://catskillcenter.org/takingflight)website for more information on the schedule of events and how to register.
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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.