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KINGSTON POINT AND RIVER ROAD

Kingston Point Beach 102-144 Delaware Ave, Kingston, NY

Contact trip leader Mark DeDea (forsythnature@aol.com or 339-1277) to register for this outing or with questions. We will start our day at Kingston Point, which often harbors late sparrows and their allies. Dickcissel and Lapland Longspur have made appearances in recent years. Waterfowl and eagles can be expected as well. We will then carpool to

Members Trip – Winter Birding along the North Shore of Massachusetts

Travel over to the North Shore of Massachusetts from December 2nd to December 4th in search of winter seabirds. The North Shore of Massachusetts (Cape Ann and Plum Island) is known to birders worldwide for its numbers of winter seabirds. Sea ducks (long-tailed duck, eiders & scoters), gannets, and alcids (guillemots, razorbills, murres, & dovekie)

CENTURY HOUSE, ROSENDALE–WALK ON THE SNYDER ESTATE

Contact Lin Fagan (339-2054 or faganlin@verizon.net) to confirm your participation and for info and directions. Meet in the parking lot of the Century House Historical Society on Rte. 213. We will look and listen for birds and other wildlife as we walk past historic cement mines and kilns. Optional Pre-Birding meeting at 8 a.m. at

NYML CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT

Participate in the longest running citizen science effort in the world. Contact Steve Chorvas (246-5900 or schorvas@gmail.com ) for assignment in the Mohonk Lake/Ashokan Reservoir count circle no later than December 10th. Be prepared for a full day out of doors. Reports from feeder watchers in the count circle are also desired. Please contact Steve

NYUD CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT

Participate in the longest running citizen science effort in the world. Contact Peter Schoenberger (914 466-2707 or pdsis@yahoo.com ) or Mark DeDea (339-1277 or forsythnature@aol.com ) for assignment in the Ulster Dutchess count circle. Be prepared for a full day out of doors. Reports from feeder watchers in the count circle are also desired. Please

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 REGISTER WITH PETER TO ATTEND AND UNDERSTAND SPACE IS LIMITED AND THAT A SUCCESSFUL TRIP WILL HINGE ON QUIET AND COURTEOUS BIRDERS.

ANNUAL WINTER BIRDCOUNT AT EBNP

Esopus Bend Nature Preserve Esopus Bend Nature Preserve, Saugerties

Rain 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 community inhabiting the 160-acre Preserve, recording numbers of individuals and species diversity. WBC results will become part of the Preserve's biodiversity database, and will help

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 raptors, congregating waterfowl and gulls as well as half hardies will be the focus on this outing. We will drive through Blue Chip and Watchtower

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 of water, especially along the Hudson, Esopus, Wallkill, and Rondout Rivers and possibly the Ashokan Reservoir. Contact Steve Chorvas (schorvas@verizon.net ) for assignment.

OWL PROWL AT GALEVILLE

Shawangunk Grasslands NWR Entrance Rd, Shawangunk

Shawangunk 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 exposed, open habitat nearing sunset. Meet trip leader Mark DeDea (forsythnature@aol.com or 339-1277) at the refuge parking lot east of the main entrance on Hoagerburg

DOWNLOAD THE REFRIGERATOR READY FIELD TRIP LIST FOR 2024

The field trips of JBNHS are oriented to nature study. They are free and open to the public. We do, however, sometimes visit sites that charge admission fees, which are the responsibility of the participants. Children are very welcome on field trips, but pets are not. Although there is a brief courtesy waiting period for latecomers, the meeting times are important: please arrive in time to sign up with the leader.

JBNHS FIELD TRIPS ARE BACK!!!

All participants should be aware of existing guidelines and new field trip protocol listed below:
(Scheduled field trips are listed below the guidelines)

Participant responsibility agreement while attending a JBNHS field trip or outing. Please note that there will be no physical sign-in sheet until further notice. By registering, each participant acknowledges both his/her understanding and acceptance of the Individual’s Responsibilities stated below.

Individual’s Responsibilities are:
1. To stay with the group, follow trip leader’s requests, and do not separate unless you notify trip leader
2. To understand that out-of-doors activities involve hazards and that one participates at one’s own risk
3. To wear with clothing and footwear appropriate to the terrain, and for sun and insect challenges as well
4. To adhere to the ABA Birding Code of Ethics, respect and preserve the flora, fauna, and properties we visit
5. To be mindful and courteous to other participants

Additionally, we will ask that all participants:
1. Fully vaccinated participants are not required to wear a mask for JBNHS field trips
2. Unvaccinated participants are required to wear a mask and when unable to do so, must social distance.
3. Optics may be shared if those involved are comfortable with doing so
4. Carpooling is at the discretion of participants.
5. Preregistration is required for all field trips and participation may be limited.

These guidelines are subject to change if the COVID-19 mutations make more restrictions necessary.