IN SEARCH OF SAW-WHETS
We hardly know a thing about these beautiful little owls. Join trip leader Peter Schoenberger (pdsis@yahoo.com or 914-466-2707) in search of their Ulster County wintering hideouts. ALL INTERESTED PARTICIPANTS MUST …
ANNUAL WINTER BIRDCOUNT AT EBNP
Esopus Bend Nature Preserve Esopus Bend Nature Preserve, SaugertiesRain Date: Sunday, January 8, 2017 The eleventh annual Esopus Bend Nature Preserve Winter Bird Count (WBC) is scheduled for Saturday, January 7, 2017. Participants will census the winter bird …
WALLKILL VALLEY RAPTORS
Contact trip leader Christine Guarino (chrissy.guarino@gmail.com) to register for this outing. Start the New Year right and get outdoors on this popular roadside trip between New Paltz and Wallkill. Wintering …
ALL DAY NYSOA WINTER WATERFOWL COUNT
An annual statewide count of waterfowl and their allies as well as eagles. Data collected to aid in understanding population of Atlantic Flyway waterfowl. The survey will include open bodies …
OWL PROWL AT GALEVILLE
Shawangunk Grasslands NWR Entrance Rd, ShawangunkShawangunk Grassland NWR (Galeville) is known for wintering raptors like Short-eared Owl, Rough-legged Hawk, and Northern Harrier and all should be present on our visit. Dress warmly for conditions on …
CCC/WLC/JBNHS WINTER BIRD WALK AT THORN PRESERVE
Thorn Preserve 55 John Joy Road, WoodstockMeet trip leader Mark DeDea (forsythnature@aol.com ) at 8:00 a.m. at the Thorn Preserve, a Catskill Center for Conservation property operated in partnership with the Woodstock Land Conservancy located at …
NYQUIST-HARCOURT WILDLIFE SANCTUARY WINTER WALK
Nyquist-Harcourt Wildlife Sanctuary 140 Huguenot St, New Paltz, NYWe will walk or snowshoe (depending on snow depth) through the sanctuary, along the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail and possibly other areas in and around New Paltz. We will look …
GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
Greetings from the Great Backyard Bird Count team at Audubon, the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, and Bird Studies Canada! We want to remind you to mark your calendars for the …
JBA/JBNHS WINTER TREE ID WALK AT BURROUGHS SANCTUARY
John Burroughs Sanctuary 261 Floyd Ackert Rd, HighlandThe first in a series of outings co-sponsored with the John Burroughs Association at the wonderful Burroughs Sanctuary. After two hours spent identifying trees by bark,structure, and bud on the …
EARLY MIGRANTS ON THE RONDOUT
Join Carol Weber (carolorganistin@gmail.com or 914 388-1569) and celebrate the approach of spring and many fond memories of this JBNHS favorite. Meet at the Rosendale Shopping Center Parking Lot on …
DOWNLOAD THE REFRIGERATOR READY FIELD TRIP LIST FOR 2025
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.