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SUMMARY:ASHOKAN RESERVOIR WATERFOWL
DESCRIPTION:Join Glen Van Gorden (lucaspets@hotmail.com or 331-2469) to look for eagles\, loons\, grebes\, and waterfowl. Meet at the parking area in the aeration basin on the south side of the reservoir. Dress warmly and anticipate windy conditions. A spotting scope will help make this trip a better experience. Please contact Glen to register for this outing or with any questions. Take Rte. 28 west from Kingston\, turn left onto Reservoir Rd. at Winchell’s Corner. Cross the reservoir dividing weir\, turn left\, and go down the hill. At the first intersection\, bear right on Rte. 28A\, and soon turn right into parking area.
URL:https://jbnhs.org/event/ashokan-reservoir-waterfowl-3/
ORGANIZER;CN="Glen%20Van%20Gorden":MAILTO:lucaspets@hotmail.com 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171103T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171103T153000
DTSTAMP:20260407T144809
CREATED:20170906T181948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171031T205125Z
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SUMMARY:JBNHS ART EXHIBIT AT THE ESOPUS LIBRARY - OPENING
DESCRIPTION:CALLING ALL PAINTERS\, PHOTOGRAPHERS\, GRAPHIC ARTISTS\n JBNHS IS PUTTING ON A SHOW: NOVEMBER\, 2017; TOWN OF ESOPUS LIBRARY\nPlease consider exhibiting your unique artwork(s) at our November Art Exhibit at the Esopus Library’s Duck Pond Gallery. We can hang about 30 works by members of JBNHS. Depending on how many works are offered for exhibit\, there can be 1 or 2 entries by each person. All 2-dimensional works should be framed; 3-dimensional works must be able to be wall mounted. The theme is NATURE. I.e. flora\, fauna\, landscape\, etc. They can be for sale or not. There is no fee charged by the Library but they would like a small donation from the exhibitors and a 20% donation if works are sold.\nI will need to know by our Picnic date\, September 16\, what you are entering—title\, medium\, size\, and sale price (if for sale)—for PR purposes and so we can prepare a list of the works for the Opening. We will hang the works on Friday morning\, November 3\, so the works can be delivered to the Town of Esopus Library then or to me beforehand. The Library opens at 10. I’m hoping to hang 2 works by everyone\, but if there are too many submissions\, I’ll have to cut back to one per. So\, plan on submitting two\, maybe indicating which one is preferred in case only one gets hung. All works should be framed and ready to hang.\nThere will be an Opening on Friday evening from 5:30 to 8 p.m. We’ll be setting up for that at 5 p.m. Contributions of wine & cheese\, finger foods\, etc. will be appreciated but not required.\nThe show will stay up until at least Saturday\, Nov. 25–right after Thanksgiving –or possibly until Thursday\, November 30.\nThe Exhibition Committee so far: Lin Fagan\, Marion Zimmer\, Matt Goldowitz and Jane Simmons. We will be in charge of hanging the exhibit and coordinating musicians. For the opening\, we will be happy and grateful for members and exhibitors to bring finger food and beverages. For more info\, contact Lin Fagan at faganlin@verizon.net or 845-339-2054.\nTHANX\, Lin Fagan
URL:https://jbnhs.org/event/jbnhs-art-exhibit-at-the-esopus-library-opening/
LOCATION:Town of Esopus Library\, 128 Canal St\, Port Ewen \, 12466
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170923T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170923T080000
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SUMMARY:OPEN DISCOVERY AT JOPPENBERGH MOUNTAIN
DESCRIPTION:Joppenbergh Mountain has experienced a lot of geological\, biological and human history. Join amateur naturalist Lynn Bowdery in a slow ramble about this fascinating formation in the heart of Rosendale\, looking at and discussing whatever catches our attention. Meet at Willow Kiln Park\, behind the Rosendale Theater\, off of Main Street. We will be on trails unless something off the trail beckons\, and there might be ticks\, so wear sensible shoes and pants that can be tucked into socks. Binoculars and/or magnifying glasses will be useful. Rain cancels. Please email lynn@bowderys.com to sign up.
URL:https://jbnhs.org/event/open-discovery-at-joppenbergh-mountain/
ORGANIZER;CN="Lynn%20Bowdery":MAILTO:lynn@bowderys.com 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170916T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170916T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T144809
CREATED:20170906T181303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170906T181303Z
UID:781-1505552400-1505566800@jbnhs.org
SUMMARY:JBNHS ANNUAL GET-TOGETHER at the HUDSON RIVER MARITIME MUSEUM
DESCRIPTION:Our luncheon will be catered again this year by Kingston’s Stone Soup Food Company. A wide variety of salads\, wraps\, and desserts will be offered and all are house made on the premises. Options will include vegan\, vegetarian\, and gluten free but Stone Soup is well known for their house baked turkey and roast beef too. We are lucky enough again to have the delightful Maritime Museum as our creekside venue as well. Globetrotting JBNHSer Peter Relson will present “Harpy”. Don’t forget the popular JBNHS raffle either. Meet and mingle with old and new friends. Sounds like a perfectly fun autumn afternoon! \nA sample of the menu:\nWraps- Hummus\, avocado\, roasted peppers\, baby spinach; Roast turkey\, grilled pears\, brie\, honey Dijon; Grilled vegetables\, baby spinach\, fresh mozzarella\, roasted garlic aioli\nSalads- Russian beet salad; Broccoli bacon salad; Mediterranean salad\nBite-size desserts- cookies\, brownies\, and pastries; Fresh fruit salad \nPAYMENT FOR THIS EVENT MUST BE RECEIVED BY FRIDAY\, SEPTEMBER 8TH\nCost of our get together lunch will be $20 per person with checks made payable to:\nJBNHS\nc/o Lin Fagan\n281 West Chestnut Street\nKingston\, NY 12401
URL:https://jbnhs.org/event/jbnhs-annual-get-together-at-the-hudson-river-maritime-museum/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170910T030000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170910T080000
DTSTAMP:20260407T144809
CREATED:20170703T173335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170703T173335Z
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SUMMARY:GRASSPIPERS IN THE BLACK DIRT
DESCRIPTION:Meet trip leader Christine Guarino (chrissy.guarino@gmail.com ) at the Jolly Onion parking lot (625 Glenwood Road Pine Island\, NY 10969) at 7:00 a.m.  The Black dirt region of Orange County is well-regarded as a fall grasspiper hotspot.  We’ll explore farm fields and sod farms and if time allows visit the Wallkill River NWR for other migrant shorebirds and waders.
URL:https://jbnhs.org/event/grasspipers-in-the-black-dirt/
ORGANIZER;CN="Christine%20Guarino":MAILTO:chrissy.guarino@gmail.com 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170909T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170909T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T144809
CREATED:20170703T173226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170703T173226Z
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SUMMARY:FALL MIGRANTS AT BURROUGHS SANCTUARY
DESCRIPTION:The sixth in a series of outings co-sponsored with the John Burroughs Association at the wonderful Burroughs Sanctuary. After time spent on the improved trail system (rated as easy to moderate) searching for transient songbirds participants can explore Slabsides and learn more about the interesting and influential life of our famous namesake.  Slabsides cabin is open 12:00am – 4:00pm.   Contact trip leader Mark DeDea (forsythnature@aol.com ) with questions. Meet Mark on Burroughs Drive. Follow the “Path through History” signs at the intersection of Floyd Ackert Road and Rt. 9W in West Park and turn west onto Floyd Ackert Road (at Global Palate restaurant) and continue for .8 mile\, then left on Burroughs Drive for .3 miles.
URL:https://jbnhs.org/event/fall-migrants-at-burroughs-sanctuary-2/
LOCATION:John Burroughs Sanctuary\, 261 Floyd Ackert Rd\, Highland\, 12528
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark%20DeDea":MAILTO:forsythnature@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170902T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170902T080000
DTSTAMP:20260407T144809
CREATED:20170703T173041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170801T162507Z
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SUMMARY:GREIG FARM BIRDS AND BUTTERFLIES
DESCRIPTION:Meet trip leader Steve Chorvas (schorvas@gmail.com or 246-5900) for an 8:15 am departure from the park and ride on Rt. 32\, just south the Rt. 199 overpass\, and west of the Kingston/Rhinecliff Bridge to carpool to Greig Farm or meet at the Red Hook Soccer Club Fields parking lot at 132 Rockefeller Lane in Red Hook at 8:30 am. The property owner has graciously allowed birders (and b-fliers) to explore this open agricultural habitat for fall shorebirds\, grassland sparrows\, and goodies like Common Buckeye and Pepper and Salt Skipper.
URL:https://jbnhs.org/event/greig-farm-birds-and-butterflies-2/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steve%20Chorvas":MAILTO:schorvas@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170812T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170812T070000
DTSTAMP:20260407T144809
CREATED:20170703T172728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170703T172728Z
UID:758-1502514000-1502521200@jbnhs.org
SUMMARY:DAMSELS AND DRAGONS AT BURROUGHS SANCTUARY
DESCRIPTION:The fifth in a series of outings co-sponsored with the John Burroughs Association at the wonderful Burroughs Sanctuary. After time spent on the improved trail system (rated as easy to moderate) searching for odonates around the sanctuary pond\, participants can explore Slabsides and learn more about the interesting and influential life of our famous namesakeContact trip leader Maha Katnani (mkatnani@yahoo.com) with questions. Meet Maha at Pond House. Follow the “Path through History” signs at the intersection of Floyd Ackert Road and Rt. 9W in West Park and turn west onto Floyd Ackert Road (at Global Palate restaurant) and continue for about a mile\, past Burroughs Drive continue a short distance and make a left on gravel road continuing to Pond House. .  Slabsides cabin\, on Burroughs Drive\, is open 12:00am – 4:00pm.
URL:https://jbnhs.org/event/damsels-and-dragons-at-burroughs-sanctuary-2/
LOCATION:John Burroughs Sanctuary\, 261 Floyd Ackert Rd\, Highland\, 12528
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ORGANIZER;CN="Maha%20Katnani":MAILTO:mkatnani@yahoo.com 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170804T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170804T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T144809
CREATED:20170703T172542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170703T172542Z
UID:756-1501855200-1501866000@jbnhs.org
SUMMARY:SHOREBIRDS AND ICE CREAM
DESCRIPTION:August may be hot and humid but “fall” migration is underway and the Esopus Meadows can often harbor large concentrations of waders like Great Egrets and shorebirds not always easy to locate in county.  After a tough evening of scanning the water chestnut pads for peeps we will try to recuperate over a soft serve cone post outing at Port Ewen’s Frozen Rainbow.  Meet trip leader Wendy Tocci (wtocci@gmail.com ) at Scenic Hudson’s Esopus Meadows Preserve (269 River Road\, Ulster Park\, NY 12487) at 6:00 p.m. The party will likely walk the very short distance to the lighthouse where parking is limited\, so parking at Esopus Meadows Preserve is encouraged.
URL:https://jbnhs.org/event/shorebirds-and-ice-cream/
LOCATION:Unnamed Venue\, 269 River Rd\, Ulster Park\, 12487\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Wendy%20Tocci":MAILTO:wtocci@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170729T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170729T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T144809
CREATED:20170703T171826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170703T171826Z
UID:755-1501344000-1501351200@jbnhs.org
SUMMARY:MOTHS/STARGAZING AT HASBROUCK PARK OVERLOOK
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate National Moth Week with JBNHS!!!  We will set up a white linen and UV lamp\, a few spotting scopes\, and maybe enjoy a libation and hunk of cheese\, piece of fruit\, or a dessert as JBNHS examines oft overlooked nocturnal life.  Mark DeDea (forsythnature@aol.com or 339-1277) will facilitate (and have the bottle opener) but bring your moth app or field guide…this will be a team effort.
URL:https://jbnhs.org/event/mothsstargazing-at-hasbrouck-park-overlook-2/
LOCATION:Hasbrouck Park\, Hasbrouck Park Rd\, Kingston\, 12401\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark%20DeDea":MAILTO:forsythnature@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170721T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170721T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T144809
CREATED:20170703T171645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170703T174310Z
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SUMMARY:GREAT VLY PADDLE
DESCRIPTION:Please register with trip leader Wendy Tocci (wtocci@gmail.com ) to participate in this outing. In the late summer and into early fall this location can be very attractive to migrant shorebirds and even terns.  The Vly is always a good spot to visit for breeding species loyal to marsh habitat like Gruiformes and bitterns and a quiet paddle should allow for close inspection of some of these target species.  This year Peter and Amy have been gracious enough to allow us to launch from the “Fradon Marsh” boat launch located on West Camp Rd. To reach the boat launch from US 9W north of Saugerties\, turn west on West Camp Road and continue approximately 1 mile. Latitude\, Longitude: 42.134006\, -73.942770
URL:https://jbnhs.org/event/great-vly-paddle-2/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wendy%20Tocci":MAILTO:wtocci@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170708T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170708T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T144809
CREATED:20170703T171518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170703T171518Z
UID:753-1499486400-1499540400@jbnhs.org
SUMMARY:OPEN DISCOVERY AT BURROUGHS SANCTUARY
DESCRIPTION:The fourth in a series of outings co-sponsored with the John Burroughs Association at the wonderful Burroughs Sanctuary. After time spent on the improved trail system (rated as easy to moderate) searching for life forms of various form and shape be it plant or animal\,  participants can explore Slabsides and learn more about the interesting and influential life of our famous namesake.  Slabsides cabin is open 12:00am – 4:00pm.   Contact trip leader Joe Bridges ( jpontes@aol.com )with questions. Meet Joe on Burroughs Drive. Follow the “Path through History” signs at the intersection of Floyd Ackert Road and Rt. 9W in West Park and turn west onto Floyd Ackert Road (at Global Palate restaurant) and continue for .8 mile\, then left on Burroughs Drive for .3 miles.  Latitude\, Longitude: 41°47’50″N\, 73°58’18″W
URL:https://jbnhs.org/event/open-discovery-at-burroughs-sanctuary-3/
LOCATION:John Burroughs Sanctuary\, 261 Floyd Ackert Rd\, Highland\, 12528
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joe%20Bridges":MAILTO:jtpontes@aol.com 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170701T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170701T090000
DTSTAMP:20260407T144809
CREATED:20170508T213032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170508T213032Z
UID:746-1498887000-1498899600@jbnhs.org
SUMMARY:“HENRY’S WALK” BUTTERFLIES AT POETS WALK
DESCRIPTION:We’ll remember Henry Halama’s wit\, wisdom\, and most importantly enthusiasm for the natural world and butterflies in particular at this popular Dutchess County location during the height of butterfly season. Meet trip leader Steve Chorvas (schorvas@gmail.com ) at the Poet’s Walk parking lot. This Scenic Hudson property is located at 776 River Road (Dutchess County Rte. 103). Take first left after crossing Kingston-Rhinecliff Bridge and follow River Road north for .6 miles\, turning left into park entrance. Bring a snack to enjoy at the gazebo.
URL:https://jbnhs.org/event/henrys-walk-butterflies-at-poets-walk-2/
LOCATION:Poet’s Walk\, 776 River Rd\, Red Hook\, 12571\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve%20Chorvas":MAILTO:schorvas@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170623
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170625
DTSTAMP:20260407T144809
CREATED:20170508T212935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170508T212935Z
UID:745-1498248000-1498334399@jbnhs.org
SUMMARY:EASTERN NABA BUTTERFLY COUNT
DESCRIPTION:Join a field team to census butterflies in Esopus Bend Nature Preserve\, or one of dozens of other local sites as a participant in the annual Eastern Catskills North American Butterfly Association (NABA) “Fourth of July” Butterfly Count on Saturday\, June 24\, 2017. The Eastern Catskills count circle includes a number of productive butterfly locations in northern Ulster\, southeastern Greene\, and western Dutchess Counties\, including Poet’s Walk Preserve\, Esopus Bend Nature Preserve\, The Great Vly WMA\, Onteora State Park\, Overlook Mountain\, Lower Platte Clove\, the eastern end of Ashokan Reservoir\, and extensive open meadows in the Town of Ulster. Participants will be assigned to a field party to census one or more target locations within the 15-mile diameter count circle. Each field party will be assigned at least one individual knowledgeable in butterfly identification\, so you don’t need to be a butterfly expert to participate. Full-day participation is not required\, but you should be able to commit four to eight hours from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. If you are interested in joining one of the field teams\, or have additional questions about participating in a NABA Butterfly Count\, please contact Steve Chorvas at schorvas@gmail.com no later than June 16.
URL:https://jbnhs.org/event/eastern-naba-butterfly-count-2/
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve%20Chorvas":MAILTO:schorvas@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170617T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170617T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T144809
CREATED:20170508T213516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170508T214500Z
UID:750-1497679200-1497727800@jbnhs.org
SUMMARY:PATH THROUGH HISTORY AT SLABSIDES
DESCRIPTION:In conjunction with Hudson River Valley Heritage\, “Bark Peeling and the Catskill Hemlocks\,” presented by Woodland Valley historian Paul Misko\, 10:00-11:30am. Part of the annual Hudson River Heritage event throughout New York State.\nJohn Burroughs Association http://www.johnburroughsassociation.org/
URL:https://jbnhs.org/event/path-through-history-at-slabsides/
LOCATION:John Burroughs Sanctuary\, 261 Floyd Ackert Rd\, Highland\, 12528
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170611T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170611T080000
DTSTAMP:20260407T144809
CREATED:20170508T213328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170508T213328Z
UID:749-1497160800-1497168000@jbnhs.org
SUMMARY:JBNHS ANNUAL MEETING AT POND HOUSE
DESCRIPTION:This is the meeting at which new board members and officers are elected\, representatives to the NYSOA meeting are chosen\, decisions are made about where JBNHS donations to other deserving organizations go\, birds distract the attendees\, and it ends with a picnic in a one of the most beautiful settings in Ulster County: John Burroughs Sanctuary\, in West Park. Directions: Route 9W to West Park\, turn by the Post Office onto Floyd Ackert Road. Cross the railroad tracks and in ½ mile pass Burroughs Drive on the left\, shortly after turn left on the gated driveway to Pond House. For a picnic\, bring your lunch\, insect repellant\, folding chairs\, and of course binoculars. Members are welcome to join Mark DeDea for the pre-meeting bird walk on the property starting at 8:00 AM.
URL:https://jbnhs.org/event/jbnhs-annual-meeting-at-pond-house/
LOCATION:John Burroughs Sanctuary\, 261 Floyd Ackert Rd\, Highland\, 12528
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170610T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170610T080000
DTSTAMP:20260407T144809
CREATED:20170508T212835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170508T214609Z
UID:744-1497067200-1497081600@jbnhs.org
SUMMARY:BREEDING BIRDS AT BURROUGHS SANCTUARY
DESCRIPTION:The third in a series of outings co-sponsored with the John Burroughs Association at the wonderful Burroughs Sanctuary. A variety of forest breeding birds will be encountered on the improved trail system (rated as easy to moderate) and following our walk participants can explore Slabsides and learn more about the interesting life and writings of our famous namesake. Meet trip leader Mark DeDea (forsythnature@aol.com ) at the trailhead on Burroughs Drive. Follow the “Path through History” signs at the intersection of Floyd Ackert Road and Rt. 9W in West Park and turn west onto Floyd Ackert Road (at Global Palate Restaurant) and continue for .8 mile\, then left on Burroughs Drive for .3 mile.
URL:https://jbnhs.org/event/breeding-birds-at-burroughs-sanctuary-2/
LOCATION:John Burroughs Sanctuary\, 261 Floyd Ackert Rd\, Highland\, 12528
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark%20DeDea":MAILTO:forsythnature@aol.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170612
DTSTAMP:20260407T144809
CREATED:20170304T002423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170304T002423Z
UID:707-1496952000-1497211199@jbnhs.org
SUMMARY:TAKING FLIGHT: BIRDING IN THE CATSKILLS
DESCRIPTION:The Catskill Center will be presenting the second ever birding conference in the Catskills. The 2017 Taking Flight: Birding in the Catskills will happen June 9\, 10 and 11. This year we will be at the YMCA property known as Frost Valley in Claryville\, NY. We have already lined up a great cast of presenters\, workshops and walks. Our keynote speaker on Friday will be Brian “Fox” Ellis who will address the gathering in the persona of John J. Audubon. Brian will also lead a walk Saturday morning. Then Saturday night’s keynote speaker will be Richard Crossley\, author of the Crossley bird guidebook series. Richard will host a walk on Sunday morning. For more about the conference: http://catskillcenter.org/taking-flight-about and https://www.facebook.com/events/363621254021986/
URL:https://jbnhs.org/event/taking-flight-birding-in-the-catskills-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170604T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170604T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T144809
CREATED:20170508T213239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170508T214950Z
UID:748-1496563200-1496574000@jbnhs.org
SUMMARY:"IN JOHN BURROUGHS' FRONT YARD" GALA WOODS BENEFIT
DESCRIPTION:Cabin tours\, nature walks\, music\, farm to table luncheon. For more details visit http://www.johnburroughsassociation.org/news/events/item/sunday-june-5th-2\nJohn Burroughs Association http://www.johnburroughsassociation.org/
URL:https://jbnhs.org/event/in-john-burroughs-front-yard-gala-woods-benefit/
LOCATION:John Burroughs Sanctuary\, 261 Floyd Ackert Rd\, Highland\, 12528
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170528T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170528T080000
DTSTAMP:20260407T144809
CREATED:20170508T212743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170508T212743Z
UID:743-1495954800-1495958400@jbnhs.org
SUMMARY:BIRDING BY EAR
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://jbnhs.org/event/birding-by-ear/
ORGANIZER;CN="Peter%20Schoenberger":MAILTO:pdsis@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170527T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170527T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T144809
CREATED:20170508T181939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170508T211553Z
UID:740-1495857600-1495890000@jbnhs.org
SUMMARY:ALBANY PINE BUSH PRESERVE/KARNER BLUE TRIP
DESCRIPTION:Meet 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 birds\, 14 reptiles and amphibians\, and 16 insects\, as well as\, two rare natural communities. It also supports more than 20 at-risk species that are either state or federally listed as rare or endangered including on the most famous residents\, the endangered Karner Blue Butterfly.
URL:https://jbnhs.org/event/albany-pine-bush-preservekarner-blue-trip-2/
LOCATION:Albany Pine Bush Preserve\, 195 New Karner Road\,  Albany\, NY\, 12205\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve%20Chorvas":MAILTO:schorvas@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170520T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170520T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T144809
CREATED:20170508T213145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170508T214821Z
UID:747-1495263600-1495281600@jbnhs.org
SUMMARY:SLABSIDES OPEN HOUSE
DESCRIPTION:Cabin open 11:00am – 4:00pm\, Noon program: Ken Posner\, author of Running the Long Path.\nJohn Burroughs Association http://www.johnburroughsassociation.org/
URL:https://jbnhs.org/event/slabsides-open-house/
LOCATION:John Burroughs Sanctuary\, 261 Floyd Ackert Rd\, Highland\, 12528
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170518
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170522
DTSTAMP:20260407T144809
CREATED:20170124T231309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170312T231545Z
UID:694-1495137600-1495396799@jbnhs.org
SUMMARY:MEMBERS ONLY - CAPE MAY TRIP
DESCRIPTION: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 our appreciation to everyone who contributes to the growth and continued success of JBNHS. The complete trip itinerary will be printed in the March/April Chirp. Trip coordinator: Donna Seymour dseymour66@gmail.com.
URL:https://jbnhs.org/event/members-only-cape-may-trip/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170512
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170514
DTSTAMP:20260407T144809
CREATED:20170312T231324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170312T231342Z
UID:721-1494619200-1494705599@jbnhs.org
SUMMARY:ULSTER COUNTY SPRING CENSUS: BIG DAY COUNT
DESCRIPTION: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 ) or P.O. Box 214\, Saugerties\, NY 12477). This information is combined in a regional report published by the New York State Ornithological Association.
URL:https://jbnhs.org/event/ulster-county-spring-census-big-day-count-3/
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve%20Chorvas":MAILTO:schorvas@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170505
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170507
DTSTAMP:20260407T144809
CREATED:20170312T231155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170326T012224Z
UID:719-1494014400-1494100799@jbnhs.org
SUMMARY:ULSTER COUNTY BIG SIT
DESCRIPTION: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 a friendly competition but hopefully a fun and creative way for JBNHS to raise a little money to help support environmental and educational efforts locally. \nParticipants in a Big Sit should plan to spend up to 24 hours in a 17-foot diameter circle. This can be done in shifts\, or gung-ho observers may be sit the whole 24 hours. Observations of species seen or heard can only be made from within your circle. Sitters record the number of bird species heard and/or seen. The total number of species recorded from all locations will be used in calculating pledge donations. Bring snacks and folding chairs\, and enjoy this sociable way to sit still for a change. THIS IS A FUNDRAISER\, so pledge to donate per bird species observed during the Big Sit. — suggested levels are 25¢\, 50¢\, $1\, or other amount. The money donated from pledges for the 2016 Big Sit helped make the new Gazebo at the Shawangunk Grasslands National Wildlife Refuge a reality! \nThe three identified Big Sit locations are Lenape Trail at Kingston Point\, the Shawangunk Grasslands National Wildlife Refuge at Galeville\, and The Vly on West Camp Road. \nContact Mark DeDea forsythnature@aol.com for the best times to visit the Lenape Trail.\nContact Peter Schoenberger pdsis@yahoo.com if interested ONLY in a FULL day on the Sit.\nContact Donna Seymour dseymour66@gmail.com about helping at the Grasslands or conducting your own Sit at other locations. \nTo make a onetime pledge via PayPal click on the DONATE button below. Contact Lin Fagan (faganlin@verizon.net or 281 W. Chestnut St.\, Kingston\, NY 12401) to make a per species seen pledge. After the Sit\, you will be informed of the grand total of species so that you may make your donation.
URL:https://jbnhs.org/event/ulster-county-big-sit-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170502T030000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170502T080000
DTSTAMP:20260407T144809
CREATED:20170312T230613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170326T005830Z
UID:718-1493694000-1493712000@jbnhs.org
SUMMARY:WARBLER WALK #1
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://jbnhs.org/event/warbler-walk-1-2/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carol%20Weber":MAILTO:carolorganistin@gmail.com 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170501T020000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170501T080000
DTSTAMP:20260407T144809
CREATED:20170312T230655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170312T230711Z
UID:717-1493604000-1493625600@jbnhs.org
SUMMARY:SPRING MIGRATION AT HIGH BANKS
DESCRIPTION:An 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 is easy after that and a panoramic view of the mid Hudson Valley can be enjoyed while scanning the treetops for colorful songsters.
URL:https://jbnhs.org/event/spring-migration-at-high-banks/
LOCATION:High Banks Preserve\, 132 River Rd\, Ulster Park\, NM\, 12487\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Jess%20Prockup":MAILTO:procolinos@gmail.com 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170430T033000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170430T080000
DTSTAMP:20260407T144809
CREATED:20170312T230518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170424T202040Z
UID:716-1493523000-1493539200@jbnhs.org
SUMMARY:SPRING MIGRATION BIRDS AND WILDFLOWERS IN SAUGERTIES
DESCRIPTION: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 see and hear recently arrived songbirds in their brilliant spring plumage. We will explore a variety of ecologically rich habitats to experience this annual rite of spring\, identifying birds by sight and sound while pausing along the way to observe a diversity of wildflowers and animal life. Meet 7:30 a.m. in the Saugerties Village Beach parking lot on Rte. 9W\, just north of the Esopus Creek bridge\, at the foot of Partition Street in the Village of Saugerties. Participants can carpool and stay for the duration\, or drive to each location and leave whenever necessary. Bring binoculars\, field guides\, and spotting scopes if you have them\, and be prepared for wet\, muddy trails\, and early spring weather conditions. Light rain often makes for excellent birding and nature observation\, but heavy rain will cancel the walk. Children are welcome and encouraged\, but please do not bring pets. Contact the field trip leader\, Steve Chorvas (schorvas@gmail.com) for additional information or directions. This joint ECC/JBNHS Environmental Education walk is free and open to the public. Pre-registration is not required\, but recommended in the event of unforeseen changes or cancellation. For additional information about upcoming ECC Nature Walks and Paddles\, please visit www.esopuscreekconservancy.org.
URL:https://jbnhs.org/event/spring-birds-and-wildflowers-in-saugerties-2/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steve%20Chorvas":MAILTO:schorvas@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170429T030000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170429T080000
DTSTAMP:20260407T144809
CREATED:20170424T201916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170424T201916Z
UID:738-1493434800-1493452800@jbnhs.org
SUMMARY:KENNETH WILSON STATE PARK
DESCRIPTION:This park offers a variety of habitats and all are easily accessible\, with much of the walk on pavement. Join trip leader Peter Schoenberger (pdsis@yahoo.com) for the start of full blown neotropical bird migration\, and if we’re quiet\, maybe a drumming grouse too! Meet at the state park lot on Wittenberg Road in the Town of Woodstock at 7:00AM. If time allows we may travel to nearby Yankeetown Pond as well.
URL:https://jbnhs.org/event/kenneth-wilson-state-park-2/
LOCATION:Kenneth Wilson State Park\, 859 Wittenberg Rd\, Mt. Tremper\, 12457\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Peter%20Schoenberger":MAILTO:pdsis@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170422T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170422T080000
DTSTAMP:20260407T144809
CREATED:20170312T224727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170326T011804Z
UID:715-1492833600-1492848000@jbnhs.org
SUMMARY:OPEN DISCOVERY AT BURROUGHS SANCTUARY
DESCRIPTION:The second in a series of outings co-sponsored with the John Burroughs Association at the wonderful Burroughs Sanctuary.Various signs of Spring will be observed and celebrated on the improved trail system (rated as easy to moderate) and following our walk participants can explore Slabsides and learn more about the interesting life and writings of our famous namesake.Meet trip leader Joe Bridges (jtpontes@aol.com ) at trailhead on Burroughs Drive. Follow the ?Path through History? signs at the interesection of Floyd Ackert Road and Rt. 9W in West Park and turn west onto Floyd Ackert Road (at Global Palate restaurant) and continue for .8 mile\, then left on Burroughs Drive for .3 mile.
URL:https://jbnhs.org/event/open-discovery-at-burroughs-sanctuary-2/
LOCATION:John Burroughs Sanctuary\, 261 Floyd Ackert Rd\, Highland\, 12528
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joe%20Bridges":MAILTO:jtpontes@aol.com 
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