John Burroughs Natural History Society

NYBBA III - TOWN HALL
2021-03-08 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
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.
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EARLY MIGRANTS ON THE RONDOUT
2021-03-07 03:00 - 07:00
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 will travel upstream from Rosendale to the High Falls area, noting early harbingers of spring.

JBA/JBNHS WINTER TREE ID WALK AT BURROUGHS SANCTUARY
2021-02-28 04:00 - 07:00
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 this outing. Enjoy a brisk, late winter walk, identifying trees by bark, structure, and bud on the improved trail system (rated as easy to moderate)

KINGSTON POINT BIRDWALK
2021-02-13 03:00 - 07:00
On Great Backyard Bird Count weekend (BirdCount.org ) we will visit Mark DeDea’s (forsythnature@aol.com ) “backyard” or local patch. Register with Mark to find out meeting time and location. The area around the mouth of the
Rondout Creek hosts the last of winter’s stragglers and the very first signs of spring arrivals. A spotting scope will come in handy on this outing and remember no shared optics.

NY STATE BREEDING BIRD ATLAS III UPDATE ON ZOOM
2021-01-21 14:00 - 15:00
Join Regional Coordinator Wendy Tocci for an update on the progress of the first year as well as to find out how you can get involved for the upcoming breeding season. Contact Wendy at (845)750-5409 or by email at wtocci@gmail.com if you have any questions or need some pre-event technical support.

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ALL DAY NYSOA WINTER WATERFOWL COUNT
2021-01-15 - 2021-01-16
This annual statewide count includes waterfowl and their allies as well as eagles. Data collected will aid in understanding
population trends and conservation practices of Atlantic Flyway waterfowl. The survey will include open bodies of water,
especially along the Hudson, Esopus, Wallkill, and Rondout Rivers and possibly the Ashokan Reservoir as well as open
agricultural areas where geese may graze. Contact Steve Chorvas (schorvas@gmail.com or 845-246-5900) for assignment.
NOTE: snow/rain date on Sunday 1/17/21

WALLKILL VALLEY RAPTOUR
2021-01-10 03:00 - 07:00
Contact trip leader Christine Guarino (chrissy.guarino@gmail.com) to register for this outing and find out meeting time and location. Carpooling (which is typical on this outing) will be limited to family units or social pods. Start the New Year right and get outdoors on this popular roadside trip between New Paltz and Wallkill. Wintering raptors, congregating waterfowl and gulls as well as half hardies will be the focus on this outing. Possible drive through of Blue Chip and Watchtower Farms with stops along the Wallkill River and at Shawangunk Grasslands NWR (Galeville), and the Ulster County Fairgrounds.

ALL DAY ANNUAL WINTER BIRD COUNT AT EBNP
2021-01-08 - 2021-01-09
The 16th annual Esopus Bend Nature Preserve Winter Bird Count (WBC) will be conducted on Saturday, January 09,
2021. Participants will census wintering birds throughout the 160-acre Nature Preserve, recording numbers of individuals and
species diversity. WBC results will become part of the Preserve’s biodiversity database and will help provide future guidance
for land management and stewardship decisions.
Esopus Bend Nature Preserve is located on the banks of the Esopus Creek in the Village and Town of Saugerties in northern
Ulster County. Previous counts conducted during early January have recorded a cumulative total of 70 species and a singleyear high count of 966 individuals. Highlights from previous counts include Bohemian Waxwing, White-winged Crossbill,
Gray Catbird, Field Sparrow, Savannah Sparrow, Winter Wrens, six species of woodpeckers, and double-digit numbers of
wintering Hermit Thrushes.
The WBC is a great way for birders and nature enthusiasts to start off the New Year and contribute to our knowledge of the
winter bird population inhabiting Esopus Bend Nature Preserve. Additional field observers are always welcome and full day
participation is not required, but you should be prepared to invest several hours out in the field under cold winter
conditions. We are limiting participation to a maximum of ten individuals in recognition of ongoing COVID-19 concerns and
restrictions. Pre-registration is required. Please contact Steve Chorvas (schorvas@gmail.com or 845-246-5900) to register,
or for additional information, no later than 12:00 noon, Friday, January 8th.

NYMS CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT
2021-01-01 - 2021-01-02
The NYMS (Minnewaska/Shawangunk) Christmas Bird Count takes it’s third voyage and 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.

NYUD CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT
2020-12-25 - 2020-12-26
Contact Mark DeDea ( forsythnature@aol.com ) for possible assignment in the Ulster/ Dutchess count circle no later than
Saturday, December 19th. Reports from feeder watchers in the count circle are also desired.

NYML CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT
2020-12-18 - 2020-12-19
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 5th. Reports from feeder watchers in the count circle are also desired.

HOLIDAY LUNCH AND BIRDS TOO
2020-12-13 03:00 - 12:00
Contact Mark DeDea (forsythnature@aol.com ) to confirm your participation and for info and directions. The party will bird
a stretch of the Hurley rail trail or two depending on conditions to scout out locations for the following week’s Christmas Bird
Count. After a few hours in the field participants will return to meeting place with lunch at the Hurley Mountain Inn as an
option.

ELECTION DAY SPARROWS
2020-11-02 - 2020-11-03
PRE-REGISTER with Mark DeDea (forsythnature@aol.com ) to find out meeting time and location. Fulfill your civic duty and join JBNHS at a sparrow hotspot. Muck boots are recommended to keep feet dry from the morning dew/frost and dress in layers as temperatures could greatly change from start time to early afternoon

FALL BIRDING WILDCARD
2020-10-16 - 2020-10-17
Field trip leader Peter Schoenberger will choose the target species, destination, and meet-up location of this outing dependant on recent sightings and will be determined by the Friday before the field trip. PRE-REGISTER with Peter (pdsis@yahoo.com or 914 466-2707) beforehand.

TREE IDENTIFICATION WALK
2020-10-03 - 2020-10-04
PRE-REGISTER with Steve Chorvas (schorvas@gmail.com) to find out the meeting time and location. We will limit group size to a maximum of ten participants. The Esopus Creek Conservancy and John Burroughs Natural History Society are co-sponsoring a guided Tree Identification Walk at Esopus Bend Nature Preserve in Saugerties on Sunday, October 04, 2020. Vern Rist will lead us at a leisurely pace through a variety of woodland habitats Fall color should be starting to show as we observe and discuss how and why the leaf color changes and some clues to help identify the tree species. Bring binoculars and tree guides if you have them, and be prepared for Autumn conditions that may include cool air temperatures and light rain. Heavy rain will cancel the walk. This will be a slow-paced walk with some steep terrain. Children are welcome and encouraged, but please do not bring pets.

SPARROW WALK AT THE FARM
2020-10-02 - 2020-10-03, 2020-09-25 - 2020-09-26
PRE-REGISTER with Peter Schoenberger (pdsis@yahoo.com or 914 466-2707) to find out meeting time and location. Our targets for this trip are sparrows. We will visit farmland habitat and weedy edges for LBJ’s and maybe a skulker or two.

OPEN DISCOVERY AT MILL BROOK PRESERVE - CANCELED
2020-04-19 09:00 - 11:00
THIS FIELD TRIP HAS BEEN CANCELED
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 paths and waterways. At this time of year, there is a good chance of hearing and seeing American Toads and Spring Peepers calling in the beaver impoundments. Early wildflowers, birds, and insects will also be present. The footpaths might be muddy, so appropriate footwear is a must. Binoculars and magnifiers are recommended, and there might be blackflies, mosquitoes and ticks. This trip will be limited 10 participants. Please contact Lynn (lynn@bowderys.com) to reserve your place and learn where to meet. Rain cancels.

SPRING BIRDING WILDCARD - CANCELED
2020-04-11 03:00 - 08:00
THIS FIELD TRIP HAS BEEN CANCELED
Please register with trip leader Peter Schoenberger (pdsis@yahoo.com ) so we can make arrangements for our party’s travel and destination plans. The location for this outing will be determined that morning based on rare or unusual sightings somewhere in the Hudson Valley.

SPRING IN ROSENDALE - CANCELED
2020-04-04 05:00 - 08:00
THIS FIELD TRIP HAS BEEN CANCELED
We will ascend all or part of Joppenburgh Mountain to look for early migrant birds, spring wildflowers and other signs of spring. Group will likely also visit nearby areas including the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail and possibly Snyder Field. Meet at the Willow Kiln parking area, at base of Joppenburgh, behind Rosendale Theatre. Heavy rain or a late snow cancels. Contact Matt Corsaro for more information or to register: mattcorsaro@yahoo.com

TIVOLI BAYS BIRDING - CANCELED
2020-03-28 04:00 - 08:00
THIS FIELD TRIP HAS BEEN CANCELED
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. Meet trip leader Jess Prockup (procolinos@gmail.com ) at the Bard College parking lot on Gatehouse Drive just north of sharp turn on Dutchess County Rt.103 and Cruger Island
Road. Field party will walk down Cruger Island road to the bays and the causeway and trails will surely be muddy. Please consider this and choose proper footwear (like muck boots).

SIGNS OF SPRING NATURE WALK
2020-03-22 04:00 - 08:00
The Esopus Creek Conservancy and John Burroughs Natural History Society are co-sponsoring a guided nature walk to observe early signs of spring in a variety of ecologically rich habitats in the Town of Saugerties on Sunday, March 22, 2020. Depending on available time, conditions, and participant interest, we will visit The Great Vly Wildlife Management Area, Esopus Bend Nature Preserve, Falling Waters Preserve, and/or the Saugerties Lighthouse peninsula on the Hudson River. Meet 8:00 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 repared 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.

VERNAL EQUINOX WOODCOCK WALK
2020-03-19 14:00 - 16:00
Celebrate the Vernal Equinox with one of the year’s great events. Join Christine Guarino (chrissy.guarino@gmail.com ) for an evening stroll in the Shawangunk Grasslands to hear and possibly see male woodcocks perform their courting flights. We should hear early amphibians and maybe an owl or two also. Meet at the refuge entrance on Hoagerburg Road (Ulster Cty. Rt. 18), field party will make the short walk to the east (and the main refuge parking lot).

EARLY MIGRANTS ON THE RONDOUT
2020-03-08 05:00 - 08:00
Join Mark DeDea (forsythnature@aol.com ) and celebrate the approach of spring and many fond memories of this longtime JBNHS favorite. Meet at the Rosendale Shopping Center Parking Lot on Rt.32. Party will travel upstream to the High Falls area, noting early harbingers of spring.
GREETINGS

JBA/JBNHS WINTER TREE ID WALK AT BURROUGHS SANCTUARY
2020-02-22 05:00 - 07:00
The first in a series of outings co-sponsored with the John Burroughs Association at the wonderful Burroughs Sanctuary. After two hours spent identifying trees by bark,structure, and bud on the improved trail system (rated as easy to moderate) along the trail to Chodikee Lake participants can explore Slabsides and learm more about the interesting life of our famous namesake. Contact trip leader Tom O’Dowd (tkodowd@gmail.com or 914 213-7079) with any questions regarding the tree walk and meet Tom at Pond House. 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 nearly a mile, then take first left AFTER Burroughs Drive. NOTE THE NEW MEETING PLACE FOR THIS FIELD TRIP.

KINGSTON POINT BIRDWALK
2020-02-15 03:00 - 07:00
On Great Backyard Bird Count weekend (BirdCount.org ) we will visit Mark DeDea’s (forsythnature@aol.com ) “backyard” or local patch. The area around the mouth of the Rondout Creek hosts the last of winter’s stragglers and the very first signs of spring arrivals. Please note we will meet at the south end of North Street at improved parking area near trolley tracks/Greenline (close to the Rondout Creek). A spotting scope will come in handy on this outing.

GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
2020-02-13 - 2020-02-17
This is an important global citizen scientist bird count. Birdwatchers of all ages count birds to create a real-time snapshot of where birds are. For information on how to participate, go to https://gbbc.birdcount.org/

ESOPUS MEADOWS
2020-02-01 04:00 - 07:00
We will pay a winter visit to some classic locations in Esopus to see what’s happening along the Hudson in mid-winter. Group will start at Esopus Meadows and work north, with possible stops at High Banks Preserve, along River Road and/or at Sleightsburg Spit. Wear appropriate footwear for conditions and cold temperatures. Meet at Esopus Meadows Preserve/Lighthouse Park. Snowy or icy precipitation cancels. Contact Matt Corsaro for more information or to register: mattcorsaro@yahoo.com

ALL DAY NYSOA WINTER WATERFOWL COUNT
2020-01-17 - 2020-01-18
This annual statewide count includes waterfowl and their allies as well as eagles. Data collected will aid in understanding population trends and conservation practices of Atlantic Flyway waterfowl. The survey will include open bodies of water, especially along the Hudson, Esopus, Wallkill, and Rondout Rivers and possibly the Ashokan Reservoir as well as open agricultural areas where geese may graze. Contact Steve Chorvas (schorvas@gmail.com or 845-246-5900) for assignment. NOTE: snow/rain date on Sunday 1/19/20

Breeding Bird Atlas Workshop
2020-01-16 13:00 - 15:00
It has been 20 years since the last breeding bird atlas in New York State and a lot has changed! The third atlas will take place from 2020-2025 and involve thousands of volunteers from across the state. This workshop will cover the history of the atlas, the importance of atlas data and how you can get involved. We’ll also cover using eBird to enter data. Whether you are a beginner or advanced birder, this unique opportunity will strengthen your bird watching skills while contributing valuable data to a large conservation-oriented project. Contact Wendy Tocci (wtocci@gmail.com), Co-Regional Coordinator for the Hudson region if you plan on attending as well as if you have any questions about the workshop.
Directions: The workshop will take place at the stone house at Hasbrouck Park in Kingston. Take the Delaware Avenue exit off of Rte 9W in Kingston, and proceed east on Delaware Avenue. Look for the entrance and a sign to Hasbrouck Park on your right, just past the entrance to the Corporate Drive Industrial Park on your left, and just before going down a steep hill. (If you go down a steep hill with a sharp curve and white retaining wall, you have passed the entrance to Hasbrouck Park.) Drive through the gate to the first stone building on your right. There is additional parking at a larger lot just below the stone building.
