JBA/JBNHS WINTER TREE ID WALK AT BURROUGHS SANCTUARY
The first in a series of outings co-sponsored with the John Burroughs Association at the wonderful Burroughs Sanctuary. Contact trip leader Tom O’Dowd (tkodowd@gmail.com or 914 213-7079) to register for …
EARLY MIGRANTS ON THE RONDOUT
Join Mark DeDea (forsythnature@aol.com ) and celebrate the approach of spring and many fond memories of this longtime JBNHS favorite. Please register with Mark for meeting time and location. Party …
NYBBA III – TOWN HALL
Learn more about this month's skills training — having a plan and becoming a strategic atlaser. Julie will give a brief progress update and demo, followed by open Q&A. Join …
WHEN BIRDS ARE NEAR ZOOM PROGRAM
WHEN BIRDS ARE NEAR with Editor and JBNHS trustee Susan Fox Rogers Birders are writers. When I began birding ten years ago I started reading, both from the past (Alexander …
VERNAL EQUINOX WOODCOCK WALK
Celebrate the Vernal Equinox with one of the year’s great events. Please register with trip leader Christine Guarino (chrissy.guarino@gmail.com ) for an evening stroll in the Shawangunk Grasslands to hear …
SIGNS OF SPRING NATURE WALK
Celebrate the arrival of Spring with the Esopus Creek Conservancy and John Burroughs Natural History Society on a guided nature walk in a variety of ecologically rich habitats in the …
NY BBA III – ABOUT THE ATLAS
It has been 20 years since the last breeding bird atlas in New York State and a lot has changed! This workshop will cover the history of the atlas, the …
TIVOLI BAYS BIRDING
We will explore the tidal marshes and upland habitat of this DEC property. Bald Eagles, waterfowl, and other early migrants (like Rusty Blackbird) are reasonable expectations on this walk. Please …
NY BBA III – BREEDING CODES WEBINAR
Every time you’re out birding, you’re observing bird behavior. It could be a song, some territorial squabble, or even a bird building a nest. Matching bird behaviors to specific codes …
OPEN DISCOVERY AT MILL BROOK PRESERVE
Explore this new Preserve, the hidden gem in the heart of New Paltz, with Lynn Bowdery. We will look at and discuss whatever catches our attention as we explore the …
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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.