Spring Migration Along Mill Road
Meet trip leader Peter Schoenberger (pdsis@yahoo.com) at the Kingston Park and Ride lot located near the Thruway/Rt.28/Washington Ave./I-587 roundabout for a 6:00 a.m carpooling departure to this great roadside birding habitat in the Town of Wawarsing. We should encounter birds on breeding territory like Hooded Warbler and Acadian Flycatcher and considering the habitat type maybe …
Albany Pine Bush Preserve/Karner Blue Trip
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 …
Rondout Series: Reservoir and Headwaters
Lippman Park Lippman ParkJoin us for the final trip in this series as we head to the upper Rondout, the reservoir and headwaters among southern Catskill peaks. We will explore different locations and habitats in this region, looking and listening for breeding birds and other wildlife. Contact mattcorsaro@yahoo.com for details a week or less before the trip. Please …
Bartholomew’s Coobble
Bartholomew's Cobble Reservation Bartholomew's Cobble Reservation, SheffieldMeet trip leader Maeve Maurer (maevemaurer@yahoo.com ) at 8:00 a.m. at the informal park and ride on Rt. 32 (just south of Rt. 199 and west of the Kingston-Rhinecliff Bridge) to journey to this Natural National Landmark. Created by geologic upheavals when the Taconic and Berkshire ranges were formed, this hundred foot high bedrock outcropping …
Taking Flight: Birding in the Catskills
Catskill Center 43355 ROUTE 28, ArkvilleNOT YOUR TYPICAL BIRDING WEEKEND. A Program of the Catskill Center, at the Ashokan Center, Olivebridge, NY. A highlight of the event is the Friday night Keynote by Bicknell's Thrush expert Chris Rimmer, who will guide a Saturday morning hike up Slide Mountain in search of this iconic bird of the Catskills. Also workshops, off-site …
Breeding Birds at Burroughs Sanctuary
John Burroughs Sanctuary 261 Floyd Ackert Rd, HighlandThe 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 …
Breeding Birds and Butterflies
Esopus Bend Nature Preserve Esopus Bend Nature Preserve, SaugertiesThe Esopus Creek Conservancy and John Burroughs Natural History Society are co-sponsoring a guided nature walk at Esopus Bend Nature Preserve in Saugerties on Saturday, June 11, 2016 to observe summer breeding birds and butterflies. We will identify birds by sight and sound as we explore the Preserve’s woodlands, wetlands, and meadow, pausing along the …
Annual Meeting at Pond House
John Burroughs Sanctuary 261 Floyd Ackert Rd, HighlandThis 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 …
Adirondack Adventure – Members Field Trip
JBNHS members are cordially invited to participate in this year’s Adirondack Adventure. According to trip leader Mark DeDea: Specialty breeding birds sought out in the Adirondack Park include American Three-toed and Black-backed Woodpeckers, Boreal Chickadee, crossbills, Spruce Grouse and Gray Jay. Other species that we should find on territory (and don't get to see every …
EASTERN NABA BUTTERFLY COUNT
Rain Date: Sunday, June 26 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 fourth annual Eastern Catskills North American Butterfly Association (NABA) “Fourth of July” Butterfly Count on Saturday, June 25, 2016. The Eastern Catskills count circle includes …
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.