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May 2018
Warbler Field Trip with North Fork Audubon
Saturday, May 5, 2018, 8:00AM Meet at the Red House at Inlet Pond County Park (we will visit other sites) 65275 Route 48, Greenport, NY 11944 (map) Pat Hanly, the presenter, is a local North Fork birder, hawk-watcher and nature enthusiast.
Find out more »North Fork Audubon International Migratory Bird Day Walk
North Fork Audubon Presents a Migration Bird/Nature Walk Saturday May 12th 8AM for International Migratory Bird Day Meet at the Red House Nature Center, Inlet Pond County Park 65275 Route 48, Greenport, NY 11944 Please join Rick Kedenburg as we look for migratory birds. Some staying to breed and others passing through to the north. Of course the highlight will be the Wood Warblers the jewels of the forest. We may bird IPCP or go to another promising nearby preserve. Bring…
Find out more »Tuesdays with Tom: Maygration!
Every Tuesday in May (May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29) Inlet Pond Park, 8AM May is "THE" month for birding. That's why Tom does a walk every Tuesday in May. The locations for each walk will be decided the day of. Warblers, vireos, flycatchers and more will be seen at the different locations we will visit. Meet at the Red House at Inlet Pond County Park in Greenport at 8 AM for each walk in May. Please call Tom at…
Find out more »July 2018
A Guide to Attracting Butterflies at Quogue Wildlife Refuge
Erin Gettler, author of The Birdwatchers Digest Butterflies Backyard Guide, will offer a PowerPoint presentation & talk about how to identify, observe, and attract these beautiful pollinators to our gardens. There will be time for Q & A. A free program geared towards adults and interested youngsters. Reservations required. Call 631.653.4771 for reservations.
Find out more »NFAS Lecture: The Goatsuckers of Long Island
Friday, July 13, 7:30PM Peconic Lane Community Center 1170 Peconic Lane Peconic, NY (map) The three "goatsucker" species found on Long Island - the Whip-poor-will, Chuck-will's-widow, and Common Nighthawk - comprise one of the more interesting groups of native birds. This program will explore basic aspects of their biology and ecology, and detail efforts to better understand their overall population numbers here, including the "Frank Melville Stone Bridge Nighthawk Watch". You'll also learn the folklore behind why they're called goatsuckers.…
Find out more »The Long Journey Home: The Nichols Eaglet at Quogue Wildlife Refuge
This power point presentation and talk will be about the return of bald eagles as a nesting species to their ancient nesting area today known as the William Floyd Estate. The program will also cover eagle biology, the reason for their decline all over Long Island and the United States, and their remarkable comeback. This program will be taught by MaryLaura Lamont, Park Ranger, of William Floyd Estate Fire Island National Seashore. A free program for adults and families. Call…
Find out more »August 2018
NFAS Red House Rain Garden Dedication
Red House Rain Garden Dedication Sunday, August 5, 2018 at 6 pm Meet at the Red House Nature Center, Inlet Pond County Park 65275 Route 48, Greenport, NY You are cordially invited to join us as we dedicate the newly established rain garden and bench at Inlet Pond County Park to Linda Vardy Kedenburg and Maureen Cullinane for their tireless work and outstanding leadership as board members and past president of the North Fork Audubon Society. Robin Simmen, who designed and led the…
Find out more »October 2018
NFAS Lecture: Wildlife of Madagascar by Dr. Bill White at Peconic Landing
Wildlife of Madagascar by Dr. Bill White Presented by North Fork Audubon Friday October 12, 2018, 7:30 PM Peconic Landing Auditorium 1500 Brecknock Road, Greenport NY 11944 During April 2018 Bill and friends traveled four weeks throughout southern Madagascar to photograph several lemur, bird, and chameleon species, as well as endemic insect and baobab tree species that can be found nowhere else in the world. In addition, he encountered the rarely seen fosa, a puma-like carnivore and the largest living…
Find out more »Autumn Birds for Beginners with GFEE at Hallock State Park
Date/Time Sunday, October 14 9:30 am - 11:00 am Sunday, October 14, 2018 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. On this slow amble around Hallock State Park, we will explore agricultural lands, woodlands as well as Long Island Sound, looking and listening for migrating birds on their way to distant southern lands. Families are encouraged to come along for this fun learning experience. Please bring binoculars. For reservations or more information, please contact Steve Biasetti at 631-765-6450 ext. 205 or sbiasetti@eastendenvironment.org.
Find out more »November 2018
NFAS Weekend Birdwatch with Tom Damiami at Orient Beach State Park
North Fork Audubon Presents: Weekend Birdwatch with Tom Damiami Saturday November 3- Orient Beach State Park Meet at the Red House at Inlet Pond County Park at 8 AM. 65275 Route 48, Greenport, NY 11944 Winter ducks and other birds that call Long Island their cold weather haven will be there for all to see. Please register by calling or texting Tom at 631 275-3202 or email at tdamiani3@optimum.net There is a $4 fee for nonmembers
Find out more »Owl Prowl at Mashomack Preserve
Saturday, November 10, 4:30-6 PM Owls are most vocal and active at sundown. Come learn about these storied birds and have a chance to hear and possibly see screech owls. Join Tom Damiani on this search for nocturnal creatures. Bring binoculars and a flashlight.
Find out more »Hallockville Fall Bird Walk
Mary Laura Lamont, local naturalist and birding expert, will lead the search for through the woods and fields of Hallockville and Hallock State Park Preserve. Bring binoculars, appropriate apparel, and sturdy footwear. •$5 Members or $7 Non-members •All ages welcome •Advanced registration requested
Find out more »December 2018
“A Bird Photographer’s Gazatteer” with Conrad Obregon at Old Town Arts & Crafts Guild
The Old Town Arts & Crafts Guild in Cutchogue is pleased to announce a very special program, "A Bird Photographer's Gazetteer," followed by a reception and a chance to meet with Conrad Obregon, the Guild's Artist of the Month for December, held on Sunday, December 2, 2018 at 2 pm at the Guild. Conrad is a Southold artist who has won top prizes in National Geographic, National Audubon Society, and North American Nature Photographers Association contests. The program includes photographs of birds of the North Fork and locations…
Find out more »Winter Wildlife on a Barrier Island with Group for the East End
Sunday, December 9, 2018 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. During this wildlife search along Dune Road in Hampton Bays, we should see distant gannets, lounging Harbor Seals, various gulls, many different ducks, a handful of shorebirds, and perhaps a few birds of prey. Please bring binoculars. For reservations or more information, please contact Steve Biasetti at 631-765-6450 ext. 205 or sbiasetti@eastendenvironment.org.
Find out more »North Fork Audubon Holiday Party
North Fork Audubon Invites You To Their Annual Holiday Party Sunday, December 9th, 5 PM to 8 PM Jeni's Main Street Bistro, Southold (Across from Heron Suites at Port of Egypt) Tickets—$60 in advance. $65 at door. Back by popular demand—Jep-birdy, with Tom D. To Order Tickets go to northforkaudubon.org For more info: 631-477-6456
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