LICHENS/MOSSES ON THE O&W RAIL TRAIL
Explore a stretch of the O & W Rail Trail in Marbletown through mixed hardwood and hemlock forests, along shale outcrops, to a beaver pond. This area is rich in just about every living thing, including mosses and lichens. Join Lynn Bowdery and George Moxham, both engaged in learning about the intriguing non-animal life blanketing …
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 more like a Utah sub-division but in approximately ten years of keeping track of bird sightings here has moved into 15th place on the list of …
ELECTION DAY SPARROWS AT JUNIPER FLATS
PRE-REGISTER with Mark DeDea (forsythnature@aol.com ) and find out exact meeting location. Fulfill your civic duty and join JBNHSers at the “old IBM Rec Center”. This Scenic Hudson property might sound more like a Utah sub-division but in approximately ten years of keeping track of bird sightings there the property has moved into the top …
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 scope will help make this trip a better experience. Dixon will also disclose meeting location when birders register.
JBNHS NOVEMBER MEETING
Come to the last JBNHS meeting of 2024 at the conference room of the Hudson River Maritime Museum Wooden Boat School. Meet, mingle, and enjoy a brief business meeting after the program. Debbie Van Zyl will be presenting a talk about birding in South Africa. Debbie is an active member of the Ralph T. Waterman …
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 (now part of the paved Empire State trail) which often harbors late migrants and holdovers/half-hardies while providing views of the Hudson. Waterfowl and eagles can be expected …
NYML CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT
Contact Steve Chorvas (246-5900 or schorvas@gmail.com ) for possible assignment in the Mohonk Lake/Ashokan Reservoir count circle no later than Saturday, November 30th. Reports from feeder watchers in the count circle are also desired. A post count compilation gathering will follow at the Hasbrouck Park Stone Building in Kingston. Contact Mark DeDea (forsythnature@aol.com ) for …
NYUD CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT
Contact Mark DeDea ( forsythnature@aol.com ) for possible assignment in the Ulster/ Dutchess count circle no later than Saturday, December 21ST. Reports from feeder watchers in the count circle are also desired. A post count compilation gathering will follow at the Hasbrouck Park Stone Building in Kingston. Contact Mark DeDea (forsythnature@aol.com) for details or if …
NYMS CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT
The NYMS (Minnewaska/Shawangunk) Christmas Bird Count is sure to be exciting with lots of our favorite winter birding spots within the circle. Contact Nick Martin (255-0752 or Nicholas.Martin@parks.ny.gov ) for possible assignment no later than Saturday, December 28TH. Reports from feeder watchers in the count circle are also desired.
WALLKILL VALLEY RAPTOUR
Contact Christine Guarino (chrissy.guarino@gmail.com ) to register for this outing and find out meeting time and location. Enjoy minimal walking on this popular roadside trip between New Paltz and Wallkill. Please understand that attendance and carpooling may be limited to help ensure safe birding. Wintering raptors, waterfowl, and larids as well as half hardies will …
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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.