SPRING MIGRATION BIRDS AND WILDFLOWERS IN SAUGERTIES
The Esopus Creek Conservancy and John Burroughs Natural History Society are co-sponsoring a guided nature walk in woodlands and wetlands in the Town of Saugerties on Sunday, April 30, 2017. The first week in May is typically the peak migration period for neotropical birds at this latitude, and early morning is the best time to …
SPRING MIGRATION AT HIGH BANKS
High Banks Preserve 132 River Rd, Ulster Park, NMAn early morning visit during spring migration to this new Scenic Hudson property in the Town of Esopus should provide a generous selection of neotropical migrants. Meet trip leader Jess Prockup (procolinos@gmail.com ) at the preserve parking lot at 132 River Road. There is an initial climb of 200 feet on the trail but walking …
WARBLER WALK #1
Meet Carol Weber (carolorganistin@gmail.com 914 388-1569) and Gerhard Patsch (gerapa2001@yahoo.com ) at the Village of New Paltz parking lot off Huguenot Street. The group will visit environs near town and travel towards Mohonk to search for neotropical migrants. Feel free to meet in the field or leave early for work.
ULSTER COUNTY BIG SIT
SATURDAY, MAY 6, 2017 - ULSTER COUNTY BIG SIT Can you identify nocturnal flight notes? Do you know a location (specifically a 17' diameter circle) in Ulster County where you could spend up to 24 hours and find the greatest diversity of bird species? Join an established sit or create your own. This can be …
ULSTER COUNTY SPRING CENSUS: BIG DAY COUNT
This is the day we all look forward to. Spend the whole day in the field or just a few hours....who knows what may be found. Refer to your copy of Where to Bird in Ulster County or visit www.jbnhs.org for good birding locations. Submit your report in checklist order to Steve Chorvas (schorvas@gmail.com ) …
MEMBERS ONLY – CAPE MAY TRIP
JBNHS members, please mark your calendars for our 2017 May Cape May trip. Scheduled for our Friday, May 19 arrival and Sunday, May 21 departure, we will stay at the Sea Crest Inn and tour reliable migration-rich areas with trip leader Mark DeDea. This is a members-only trip, a perk and a way to show …
SLABSIDES OPEN HOUSE
John Burroughs Sanctuary 261 Floyd Ackert Rd, HighlandCabin open 11:00am - 4:00pm, Noon program: Ken Posner, author of Running the Long Path. John Burroughs Association http://www.johnburroughsassociation.org/
ALBANY PINE BUSH PRESERVE/KARNER BLUE TRIP
Albany Pine Bush Preserve 195 New Karner Road, Albany, NYMeet trip leader Steve Chorvas (schorvas@gmail.com ) at the parking lot between the Saugerties Big Lots and CVS on Rt. 212 for an 8:00 a.m. carpooling departure to visit the Albany Pine Bush Preserve. The preserve has 45 wildlife “Species of Greatest Conservation Need” of the 538 found in New York State. This includes 15 …
BIRDING BY EAR
Visit the birdiest “yard” in Ulster County with one of the best sets of ears around as your host. Join Peter Schoenberger on his home turf to learn more about an important skill and various secrets to help you retain various vocalizations. Participants must register with Peter (pdsis@yahoo.com) to attend this special outing.
“IN JOHN BURROUGHS’ FRONT YARD” GALA WOODS BENEFIT
John Burroughs Sanctuary 261 Floyd Ackert Rd, HighlandCabin tours, nature walks, music, farm to table luncheon. For more details visit http://www.johnburroughsassociation.org/news/events/item/sunday-june-5th-2 John Burroughs Association http://www.johnburroughsassociation.org/
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.