OPEN DISCOVERY AT MILL BROOK PRESERVE – CANCELED
THIS FIELD TRIP HAS BEEN CANCELED Explore this new Preserve, the hidden gem in the heart of New Paltz, with Lynn Bowdery. We will look at and discuss whatever catches our attention as we explore the paths and waterways. At this time of year, there is a good chance of hearing and seeing American Toads …
SPARROW WALK AT THE FARM
PRE-REGISTER with Peter Schoenberger (pdsis@yahoo.com or 914 466-2707) to find out meeting time and location. Our targets for this trip are sparrows. We will visit farmland habitat and weedy edges for LBJ’s and maybe a skulker or two.
SPARROW WALK AT THE FARM
PRE-REGISTER with Peter Schoenberger (pdsis@yahoo.com or 914 466-2707) to find out meeting time and location. Our targets for this trip are sparrows. We will visit farmland habitat and weedy edges for LBJ’s and maybe a skulker or two.
TREE IDENTIFICATION WALK
PRE-REGISTER with Steve Chorvas (schorvas@gmail.com) to find out the meeting time and location. We will limit group size to a maximum of ten participants. The Esopus Creek Conservancy and John Burroughs Natural History Society are co-sponsoring a guided Tree Identification Walk at Esopus Bend Nature Preserve in Saugerties on Sunday, October 04, 2020. Vern Rist …
FALL BIRDING WILDCARD
Field trip leader Peter Schoenberger will choose the target species, destination, and meet-up location of this outing dependant on recent sightings and will be determined by the Friday before the field trip. PRE-REGISTER with Peter (pdsis@yahoo.com or 914 466-2707) beforehand.
ELECTION DAY SPARROWS
PRE-REGISTER with Mark DeDea (forsythnature@aol.com ) to find out meeting time and location. Fulfill your civic duty and join JBNHS at a sparrow hotspot. Muck boots are recommended to keep feet dry from the morning dew/frost and dress in layers as temperatures could greatly change from start time to early afternoon
HOLIDAY LUNCH AND BIRDS TOO
Contact Mark DeDea (forsythnature@aol.com ) to confirm your participation and for info and directions. The party will bird a stretch of the Hurley rail trail or two depending on conditions to scout out locations for the following week’s Christmas Bird Count. After a few hours in the field participants will return to meeting place with …
NYML CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT
Contact Steve Chorvas (246-5900 or schorvas@gmail.com ) for possible assignment in the Mohonk Lake/Ashokan Reservoir count circle no later than Saturday, December 5th. Reports from feeder watchers in the count circle are also desired.
NYUD CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT
Contact Mark DeDea ( forsythnature@aol.com ) for possible assignment in the Ulster/ Dutchess count circle no later than Saturday, December 19th. Reports from feeder watchers in the count circle are also desired.
NYMS CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT
The NYMS (Minnewaska/Shawangunk) Christmas Bird Count takes it’s third voyage and is sure to be exciting with lots of our favorite winter birding spots within the circle. Contact Nick Martin (255-0752 or Nicholas.Martin@parks.ny.gov ) for possible assignment no later than Saturday, December 28th. Reports from feeder watchers in the count circle are also desired.
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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.