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BUTTERFLIES AT SOJOUNER TRUTH STATE PARK
BUTTERFLIES AT SOJOUNER TRUTH STATE PARK
Widespread wildflower introduction lining the parking lot and path to the Empire State Trail along with historical presence of a Juniper Hairstreak colony have made this new park a good spot to bfly in the summer. Steve Chorvas (schorvas@gmail.com ) will share in depth knowledge of butterfly life and identification.
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WADERS AND ICE CREAM (NEW DATE)
WADERS AND ICE CREAM (NEW DATE)
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 if water chestnut harvesting provides landing pads shorebirds not always easy to locate in county too. After a tough evening of scanning the river for peeps and waders we …
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BUTTERFLY WILDCARD
BUTTERFLY WILDCARD
Nice to have a little freedom on a butterfly walk and hopefully identify a location that may have freshly emerged butterflies or blooming wildflowers. Please contact Steve Chorvas (schorvas@gmail.com ) to register and receive instructions for where to meet.
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FERN WALK AT JOPPENBERG
FERN WALK AT JOPPENBERG
The area between the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail and Joppenbergh Mountain in Rosendale has moist shaded habitats which support a nice variety of ferns and other lime-loving plants. Join George Moxham and Lynn Bowdery for a leisurely walk exploring the diversity of ferns and whatever else is interesting. Wear comfortable shoes, bring water, insect repellant …
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GREIG FARM BIRDS AND BUTTERFLIES
GREIG FARM BIRDS AND BUTTERFLIES
Please contact Steve Chorvas (schorvas@gmail.com or 845-246-5900) to register and learn meet up details. The property owner has graciously allowed birders (and b-fliers) to explore this open agricultural habitat for fall shorebirds, grassland sparrows, and good late season butterflies.
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AUTUMN CATSKILL’S HIGH PEAK HIKE – TWIN MT.
AUTUMN CATSKILL’S HIGH PEAK HIKE – TWIN MT.
We will hike Twin Mt on the Devil’s Path from the Prediger Road trailhead in Tannersville. After about the first mile we will be hiking through first growth forest -never logged, farmed, barked, burned or cleared. The total distance round trip is around 6 miles, with about 1800’ of elevation gain. Twin is named for …
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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.