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SHOREBIRDS AND ICE CREAM
SHOREBIRDS AND ICE CREAM
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 …
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DAMSELS AND DRAGONS
DAMSELS AND DRAGONS
The fifth in a series of outings co-sponsored with the John Burroughs Association at the wonderful Burroughs Sanctuary. After time spent searching for odonates around the sanctuary pond, participants can explore Slabsides and learn more about the interesting and influential life of our famous namesake. Contact trip leader Larry Federman (birderlarry@verizon.net ) with questions. Meet …
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JBNHS BUS TRIP TO JAMAICA BAY
Trip Leader: Jim Clinton Trip Coordinator: Donna Seymour dseymour66@gmail.com 845-417-1165 Cost per person: $35 Depart Uptown Kingston Hannaford Plaza parking lot 6:00 a.m. (bus loads at 5:30 a.m.) 6:30 Pick up passengers at New Paltz (Thruway Exit 18) Park & Ride Arrive Jamaica Bay 8:45 a.m. Mid-day picnic lunch at the Visitor Center Depart 3:00 …
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MUSHROOM FORAGING AT THE JOHN BURROUGHS NATURE SANCTUARY
MUSHROOM FORAGING AT THE JOHN BURROUGHS NATURE SANCTUARY
Saturday, August 25, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Cabin open for tours from, Noon-4:00 PM Barbara Plume, vice-president of the Mid-Hudson Mycological Association, will be our guide on this inaugural hunt as we forage for the often-unseen mushrooms of the Nature Sanctuary. Neither plant or animal, these fungi include highly sought-after mushrooms for diners and …
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DOWNLOAD THE REFRIGERATOR READY FIELD TRIP LIST FOR 2025
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.