SPARROW WALK AT THE FARM
PRE-REGISTER with Peter Schoenberger (pdsis@yahoo.com or 914 466-2707) for field trip meeting details. Targets for this trip are sparrows and their allies. We will visit farmland habitat and weedy edges …
AUTUMN TREE ID AT FALLING WATERS
Let’s ID the leaves (and other tree parts) as they fall in Fall at Falling Waters. Take a leisurely and educational walk through this underappreciated 149 acre Scenic Hudson property …
OPEN DISCOVERY AT FRANNY REESE PARK
PRE=REGISTER with trip leader Lynn Bowdery (lynn.bowdery@gmail.com) to visit this 251 acre bluff-top park in Highland overlooking the Hudson River and more importantly the Poughkeepsie waterfront. Lynn’s plan is to …
ELECTION DAY SPARROWS AT JUNIPER FLATS
PRE-REGISTER with Mark DeDea (forsythnature@aol.com ) and find out meeting location. Fulfill your civic duty and join JBNHSers at the “old IBM Rec Center”. This Scenic Hudson property might sound …
JBNHS MEMBER’S WEEKEND TO MONTEZUMA AND ENVIRONS
A great chance to bird with fellow JBNHSers at a refuge and local environs known for its huge waterfowl congregations. Nearby habitat is ideal (and timely for our visit) for …
JBNHS NOVEMBER MEETING
Come to the last JBNHS members’ meeting of 2022 and enjoy a presentation, Dragon Hunting in the Hudson Valley, by Frank Beres. Frank is an aquatic ecologist, naturalist, and photographer, …
ASHOKAN RESERVOIR BIRDING
Contact Dixon Onderdonk (dixononderdonk@gmail.com ) to register for this field trip with a focus on looking for eagles, loons, grebes, and waterfowl. Dress warmly and anticipate windy conditions. A spotting …
KINGSTON POINT BIRDING ON IMMIGRANT’S WAY
Contact trip leader Mark DeDea (forsythnature@aol.com) to register for this outing. We will start our day at Kingston Point Beach and walk north along the old Immigrant’s Way which often …
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 location within the NYML CBC circle dependant on conditions to scout …
NYML CBC – SAVE THE DATE!
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 4th. Reports from feeder watchers in the count …
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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.