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SPRING TREE IDENTIFICATION WALK ESOPUS BEND NATURE PRESERVE
SPRING TREE IDENTIFICATION WALK ESOPUS BEND NATURE PRESERVE
It’s a wonderful time of year to visit the Esopus Creek Conservancy’s Esopus Bend Nature Preserve regardless of the focus but a true joy to celebrate the woody plants and trees in the preserve with some giant specimens of several species to enjoy. Make sure to bring along binoculars to help with bud and flower identification …
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NATURE WALK KINGSTON GREENLINE
NATURE WALK KINGSTON GREENLINE
Join in on a new series of local walks planned to start the day right with fresh air, shining sun, and birds singing. These will be short, easy strolls designed to have you home earlier to be a “productive” part of society (domestic chores) yet allowing an hour and a half of escapism and camaraderie …
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JBNHS ULSTER COUNTY BIG SIT
JBNHS’ 10th annual Big Sit is also our BIG fundraiser for the year (that’s why we do ours in May) but serves too as a friendly competition between the established sits. Do you have a birdy back deck or favorite patch and a cause worth birding for? Why not join the challenge and see how …
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SPRING MIGRATION AND WILDFLOWERS IN SAUGERTIES
SPRING MIGRATION AND WILDFLOWERS IN SAUGERTIES
The Esopus Creek Conservancy and John Burroughs Natural History Society are co-sponsoring a guided nature walk in woodlands and wetlands in the Town of Saugerties on Sunday, May 4, 2025. Late April/early May is an exciting time for neotropical migration at this latitude, and early morning is the best time to see and hear recently …
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SPRING MIGRATION AT HIGH BANKS
SPRING MIGRATION AT HIGH BANKS
An early morning visit during spring migration to this Scenic Hudson property in the Town of Esopus should provide a generous selection of neotropical migrants. Please register with trip leader Jessica Cukrovany (procolinos@gmail.com) . There is an initial climb of 200 feet on the trail but walking is easy after that and a panoramic view …
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SPRING MIGRATION AT NYQUIST/HARCOURT SANCTUARY
SPRING MIGRATION AT NYQUIST/HARCOURT SANCTUARY
This Wallkill Valley Land Trust holding is a fine spot to take a morning walk in May with a floodplain forest and oxbow habitat (along with river frontage) all encapsulated in the nearly sixty acre property. Muck boots are a good idea this time of year anticipating soggy trails conditions. We will meet at the …
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PEACH HILL SPRING MIGRATION
PEACH HILL SPRING MIGRATION
This 159 acre park is a former apple orchard and is the highest point in Poughkeepsie. All attributes making it a great location to receive spring migrants and if conditions and timing are right, a very good fall out spot for new arrivals in the morning. Please register with Tracy Little (mycoleydog@netscape.net ) to plan …
NATURE WALK KINGSTON GREENLINE
NATURE WALK KINGSTON GREENLINE
Join in on a new series of local walks planned to start the day right with fresh air, shining sun, and birds singing. These will be short, easy strolls designed to have you home earlier to be a “productive” part of society (domestic chores) yet allowing an hour and a half of escapism and camaraderie …
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ULSTER COUNTY SPRING CENSUS: BIG DAY COUNT
This is the day we all look forward to..... the holiest day of the year! Spend the whole day in the field or just a few hours....who knows what may be found. Refer to your copy of Where to Bird in Ulster County or visit www.jbnhs.org for good birding locations. Submit your report in checklist …
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SPRING MIGRATION AT IMMIGRANT’S WAY
SPRING MIGRATION AT IMMIGRANT’S WAY
Please register with trip leader Mark DeDea ( forsythnature@aol.com ) to participate on this easy walk along the paved Empire State Trail that runs parallel to Hudson River through Ulster County’s newest state park. We will start at Kingston Point Beach and walk north to East Kingston (round trip of a little more than four …
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NATURE WALK KINGSTON MONTREPOSE CEMETERY
NATURE WALK KINGSTON MONTREPOSE CEMETERY
Join in on a new series of local walks planned to start the day right with fresh air, shining sun, and birds singing. These will be short, easy strolls designed to have you home earlier to be a “productive” part of society (domestic chores) yet allowing an hour and a half of escapism and camaraderie …
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SPRING MIGRATION AT BASHAKILL WMA
SPRING MIGRATION AT BASHAKILL WMA
The “Bash” is considered one of the best birding locations in our region, especially during spring migration with hopes of species like Prothonotary and Cerulean for the day list. It is wonderful to again have this trip on our schedule and shouldn’t be missed. Please email Tracy Little (mycoleydog@aol.com ) with questions or to register. …
Pollinator Sanctuary Spring Clean-Up Party!
Pollinator Sanctuary Spring Clean-Up Party!
Join @hvbees and our friends @johnburroughs2022 at the Pollinator Sanctuary across from JFK School (81 Gross St, Kingston) for a Spring Clean-Up Party! Enjoy community and conversation, learn with bird and bee folx, while helping us weed, spruce, and mulch the native perennial garden! Tools provided. You are welcome to bring your own tools and …
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NATURE WALK KINGSTON WILTWYCK CEMETERY
NATURE WALK KINGSTON WILTWYCK CEMETERY
Join in on a new series of local walks planned to start the day right with fresh air, shining sun, and birds singing. These will be short, easy strolls designed to have you home earlier to be a “productive” part of society (domestic chores) yet allowing an hour and a half of escapism and camaraderie …
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NATURE WALK KINGSTON WVRT/ROCKWELL
NATURE WALK KINGSTON WVRT/ROCKWELL
Join in on a new series of local walks planned to start the day right with fresh air, shining sun, and birds singing. These will be short, easy strolls designed to have you home earlier to be a “productive” part of society (domestic chores) yet allowing an hour and a half of escapism and camaraderie …
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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.