BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Rochester Birding Association - ECPv6.15.19//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://rochesterbirding.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Rochester Birding Association REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20200308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20201101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20210314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20211107T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210504T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210504T120000 DTSTAMP:20260408T084118 CREATED:20201222T211911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201222T211911Z UID:10000366-1620111600-1620129600@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Camp Beechwood and Olga Fleisher Wildlife Preserve Field Trip - Registration Opens April 27\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:Camp Beechwood is on the shoreline of Lake Ontario in Wayne County and should attract warblers\, vireos\, thrushes and other migrants.  It also boasts a robust Bank Swallow colony.  Bring beverages\, snacks or lunch if you plan to attend the second part of this trip to the Olga Fleisher Preserve (known locally as Huckleberry Swamp)\, a bottomland forest and wetland with an excellent boardwalk and trail. Beechwood is mostly flat\, wide trail walking; Huckleberry has a wheelchair accessible boardwalk except for a short dirt road back to the parking area. Port-a-john available. \nMeet at 7:00 a.m. at Webster Park\, corner of Lake and Holt Roads\, or at 7:30 a.m. at B. Forman Park\, 4507 Lake Road\, Pultneyville\, 14538. We will continue to Beechwood from there. \nCOVID-19 Policies and Procedures \nDue to the novel coronavirus pandemic\, the Rochester Birding Association is instituting the following procedures for all field trips. By registering for this field trip\, you acknowledge that you have read and will abide by these policies. \nRegistration Policies: \n\nAdvance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines for the allowable number of attendees at an outdoor gathering change frequently.  Exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis\, and they may be subject to change.\nIndividuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip.\nShould you decide not to attend the trip\, we encourage you to cancel your reservation to make room for others. Canceling is easily done through the Eventbrite website; see your confirmation email for details.\n\nHealth Screening Considerations: \n\nFull contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested.\nNo one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend.\nNo one who has any COVID-19 symptoms (fever\, cough\, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing\, chills\, muscle pain\, sore throat\, or loss of taste or smell) should attend.\nNo one who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days or who has been instructed to self-isolate or quarantine should attend.\nNo one who has been in close (within 6 feet) or proximate (same closed environment\, but greater than 6 feet) contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or who has had symptoms of COVID-19 within the past 14 days\, should attend.\nNo one who has traveled or who lives with someone who has traveled to a country or state on the New York coronavirus travel advisory list in the last 14 days should attend.\nParticipants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA.\n\nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n\nParticipants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car.\nParticipants that reside in the same household may share binoculars or scopes\, but we regret that otherwise optics cannot be shared. We realize this may be frustrating for those who do not have their own spotting scopes. To the extent possible\, we will choose birding locations that do not require advanced optics.\nParticipants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact.\n\nWaive and Release from Liability: By registering for this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event\, including potential exposure to the novel coronavirus. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, check the appropriate box on the registration form. Otherwise\, by registering for this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name and for any lawful purpose including for example such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. \n  URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/camp-beechwood-and-olga-fleisher-wildlife-preserve-field-trip-3-3-2/ LOCATION:Beechwood State Park\, Campground\, Sodus\, NY\, 14551\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:43.2687563;-77.0327881 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Beechwood State Park Campground Sodus NY 14551 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Campground:geo:-77.0327881,43.2687563 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210505T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210505T110000 DTSTAMP:20260408T084118 CREATED:20201222T212454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201222T212454Z UID:10000367-1620201600-1620212400@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Cobbs Hill Park Field Trip - Registration Opens April 28\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:With spring in full swing\, come to one of Rochester’s best-kept birding secrets: Cobbs Hill Park’s Washington Grove. Colorful warblers and other spring migrants arrive en masse at this urban oasis of tall stately trees.  Pat will demonstrate birding by ear as we search for Yellow-rumped\, Black-throated Blue\, and Black-throated Green\, Nashville\, Black-and-white and Hooded Warblers among others.  We will likely hear the flute-like Wood Thrush and see Hermit Thrushes searching the ground for food.  Sparrows\, orioles\, and perhaps a Scarlet Tanager will make an appearance.  Washington Grove is one of the best spring birding spots in the area.  The entrances to the grove has two short steep trails\, the main trails are gentle hills. \nNo restrooms available. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. opposite the reservoir in the grassy area between the road and the woods; use the entrance off Highland Avenue\, just east of Monroe Avenue. \nCOVID-19 Policies and Procedures \nDue to the novel coronavirus pandemic\, the Rochester Birding Association is instituting the following procedures for all field trips. By registering for this field trip\, you acknowledge that you have read and will abide by these policies. \nRegistration Policies: \n\nAdvance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines for the allowable number of attendees at an outdoor gathering change frequently.  Exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis\, and they may be subject to change.\nIndividuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip.\nShould you decide not to attend the trip\, we encourage you to cancel your reservation to make room for others. Canceling is easily done through the Eventbrite website; see your confirmation email for details.\n\nHealth Screening Considerations: \n\nFull contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested.\nNo one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend.\nNo one who has any COVID-19 symptoms (fever\, cough\, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing\, chills\, muscle pain\, sore throat\, or loss of taste or smell) should attend.\nNo one who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days or who has been instructed to self-isolate or quarantine should attend.\nNo one who has been in close (within 6 feet) or proximate (same closed environment\, but greater than 6 feet) contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or who has had symptoms of COVID-19 within the past 14 days\, should attend.\nNo one who has traveled or who lives with someone who has traveled to a country or state on the New York coronavirus travel advisory list in the last 14 days should attend.\nParticipants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA.\n\nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n\nParticipants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car.\nParticipants that reside in the same household may share binoculars or scopes\, but we regret that otherwise optics cannot be shared. We realize this may be frustrating for those who do not have their own spotting scopes. To the extent possible\, we will choose birding locations that do not require advanced optics.\nParticipants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact.\n\nWaive and Release from Liability: By registering for this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event\, including potential exposure to the novel coronavirus. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, check the appropriate box on the registration form. Otherwise\, by registering for this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name and for any lawful purpose including for example such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. \n  URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/cobbs-hill-park-field-trip-4-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Cobbs Hill Park\, Culver Road and Norris Drive\, Rochester\, NY\, 14610\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:43.141341;-77.5762776 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cobbs Hill Park Culver Road and Norris Drive Rochester NY 14610 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Culver Road and Norris Drive:geo:-77.5762776,43.141341 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210508T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210508T110000 DTSTAMP:20260408T084118 CREATED:20201222T212926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201222T212926Z UID:10000368-1620459000-1620471600@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Beginner Birder Trip: Lakeshore Warbler Hotspots - Registration Opens May 1\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:The shoreline of Lake Ontario is a haven for migrating warblers and other passerines.  We will stop at several areas where these birds tend to congregate in spring.  Learn the basics of identifying our most colorful migrants on this trip.  We’ll be looking for color patterns\, song\, and the distinctive behaviors to enhance identification skills with these fast-moving beauties.  Though flat\, several trails may be very muddy.  Waterproof boots are STRONGLY recommended! Dress for the weather and bring binoculars. \nNo restrooms available. \nMeet at 7:30 a.m. at the parking lot behind Lakeview Community Church\, 30 Long Pond Road in Greece (near Edgemere Drive.). \nNote: This is a field trip for beginners. New birders should feel free to join these trips regardless of experience level: bring binoculars if you have them.  The pace & focus of Beginner Trips may not be satisfying for experienced birders. Our Beginner Trips focus on teaching identification skills\, learning new habitats\, and answering questions. Experienced birders are welcome but may be pressed into service as educators! \nCOVID-19 Policies and Procedures \nDue to the novel coronavirus pandemic\, the Rochester Birding Association is instituting the following procedures for all field trips. By registering for this field trip\, you acknowledge that you have read and will abide by these policies. \nRegistration Policies: \n\nAdvance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines for the allowable number of attendees at an outdoor gathering change frequently.  Exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis\, and they may be subject to change.\nIndividuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip.\nShould you decide not to attend the trip\, we encourage you to cancel your reservation to make room for others. Canceling is easily done through the Eventbrite website; see your confirmation email for details.\n\nHealth Screening Considerations: \n\nFull contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested.\nNo one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend.\nNo one who has any COVID-19 symptoms (fever\, cough\, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing\, chills\, muscle pain\, sore throat\, or loss of taste or smell) should attend.\nNo one who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days or who has been instructed to self-isolate or quarantine should attend.\nNo one who has been in close (within 6 feet) or proximate (same closed environment\, but greater than 6 feet) contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or who has had symptoms of COVID-19 within the past 14 days\, should attend.\nNo one who has traveled or who lives with someone who has traveled to a country or state on the New York coronavirus travel advisory list in the last 14 days should attend.\nParticipants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA.\n\nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n\nParticipants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car.\nParticipants that reside in the same household may share binoculars or scopes\, but we regret that otherwise optics cannot be shared. We realize this may be frustrating for those who do not have their own spotting scopes. To the extent possible\, we will choose birding locations that do not require advanced optics.\nParticipants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact.\n\nWaive and Release from Liability: By registering for this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event\, including potential exposure to the novel coronavirus. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, check the appropriate box on the registration form. Otherwise\, by registering for this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name and for any lawful purpose including for example such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. \n  URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/beginner-birder-trip-lakeshore-warbler-hotspots-2-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Lakeshore Warbler Hotspots\, 30 Long Pond Road\, Greece\, NY\, 14612\, United States CATEGORIES:Beginner Field Trips,Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:43.28893;-77.6762679 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lakeshore Warbler Hotspots 30 Long Pond Road Greece NY 14612 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=30 Long Pond Road:geo:-77.6762679,43.28893 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210509T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210509T110000 DTSTAMP:20260408T084118 CREATED:20201222T214040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201222T214040Z UID:10000369-1620543600-1620558000@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Amy's Pond & Woodsmith -- Genesee Land Trust / RBA Joint Field Trip - Registration Opens May 2\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:This is a field trip to the private property of Janet Smith for spring migrants\, early nesters and waterfowl.  Two adjacent easements make up 187 acres that include two large ponds\, mature woodland\, and open fields all within 0.5 mile of Lake Ontario.  Past trips have yielded eagles\, bitterns\, herons\, many warblers\, Scarlet Tanagers\, etc.  We’ll walk along uneven trails\, so bring a walking stick if needed\, and prepare for a medium-long hike in an outstanding sanctuary open only by special arrangement — many thanks to Genesee Land Trust! \nNo restrooms available. \nMeet at 7:00 a.m. at Webster Park on the west corner of Holt and Lake Roads\, or at Amy’s Pond at 7:30 a.m.  To get to Amy’s Pond\, take Route 104 east to County Line Road.  Drive north until it ends at Lake Road.  Turn right and travel approximately one mile to 484 Lake Road\, Ontario\, NY and turn down the long gravel driveway (on the south side of Lake Road) until you reach the marked parking area. \nCOVID-19 Policies and Procedures \nDue to the novel coronavirus pandemic\, the Rochester Birding Association is instituting the following procedures for all field trips. By registering for this field trip\, you acknowledge that you have read and will abide by these policies. \nRegistration Policies: \n\nAdvance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines for the allowable number of attendees at an outdoor gathering change frequently.  Exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis\, and they may be subject to change.\nIndividuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip.\nShould you decide not to attend the trip\, we encourage you to cancel your reservation to make room for others. Canceling is easily done through the Eventbrite website; see your confirmation email for details.\n\nHealth Screening Considerations: \n\nFull contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested.\nNo one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend.\nNo one who has any COVID-19 symptoms (fever\, cough\, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing\, chills\, muscle pain\, sore throat\, or loss of taste or smell) should attend.\nNo one who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days or who has been instructed to self-isolate or quarantine should attend.\nNo one who has been in close (within 6 feet) or proximate (same closed environment\, but greater than 6 feet) contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or who has had symptoms of COVID-19 within the past 14 days\, should attend.\nNo one who has traveled or who lives with someone who has traveled to a country or state on the New York coronavirus travel advisory list in the last 14 days should attend.\nParticipants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA.\n\nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n\nParticipants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car.\nParticipants that reside in the same household may share binoculars or scopes\, but we regret that otherwise optics cannot be shared. We realize this may be frustrating for those who do not have their own spotting scopes. To the extent possible\, we will choose birding locations that do not require advanced optics.\nParticipants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact.\n\nWaive and Release from Liability: By registering for this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event\, including potential exposure to the novel coronavirus. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, check the appropriate box on the registration form. Otherwise\, by registering for this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name and for any lawful purpose including for example such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. \n  URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/amys-pond-woodsmith-genesee-land-trust-conservation-easements-field-trip-3-2-3-2/ LOCATION:Amy’s Ponds – Genesee Land Trust and Conservation Easements\, 484 Lake Road\, Ontario\, NY\, 14519\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:43.268022;-77.355872 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Amy’s Ponds – Genesee Land Trust and Conservation Easements 484 Lake Road Ontario NY 14519 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=484 Lake Road:geo:-77.355872,43.268022 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210511T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210511T110000 DTSTAMP:20260408T084118 CREATED:20201222T214537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201222T214537Z UID:10000370-1620716400-1620730800@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Ontario Pathways Field Trip - Registration Opens May 4\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:We’ll look for warblers and other spring migrants along this level\, rails-to-trails pathway in Ontario County.  This well-maintained trail is an established favorite for wildlife viewing and scenic views.  Wear comfortable walking shoes.  At times\, the weather can be fickle\, but we’ve seen better warblers in the snow on this trip than many trips get on sunny days. Dress accordingly! \nNo restrooms available.  This trip is wheelchair accessible. \nMeet at 7:00 a.m. in the Bushnell’s Basin Park and Ride lot (off NY Route 96 just south of Exit 27 from I-490). If COVID guidelines allow\, carpool arrangements may be made before we commute to the trail area parking. \nCOVID-19 Policies and Procedures \nDue to the novel coronavirus pandemic\, the Rochester Birding Association is instituting the following procedures for all field trips. By registering for this field trip\, you acknowledge that you have read and will abide by these policies. \nRegistration Policies: \n\nAdvance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines for the allowable number of attendees at an outdoor gathering change frequently.  Exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis\, and they may be subject to change.\nIndividuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip.\nShould you decide not to attend the trip\, we encourage you to cancel your reservation to make room for others. Canceling is easily done through the Eventbrite website; see your confirmation email for details.\n\nHealth Screening Considerations: \n\nFull contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested.\nNo one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend.\nNo one who has any COVID-19 symptoms (fever\, cough\, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing\, chills\, muscle pain\, sore throat\, or loss of taste or smell) should attend.\nNo one who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days or who has been instructed to self-isolate or quarantine should attend.\nNo one who has been in close (within 6 feet) or proximate (same closed environment\, but greater than 6 feet) contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or who has had symptoms of COVID-19 within the past 14 days\, should attend.\nNo one who has traveled or who lives with someone who has traveled to a country or state on the New York coronavirus travel advisory list in the last 14 days should attend.\nParticipants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA.\n\nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n\nParticipants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car.\nParticipants that reside in the same household may share binoculars or scopes\, but we regret that otherwise optics cannot be shared. We realize this may be frustrating for those who do not have their own spotting scopes. To the extent possible\, we will choose birding locations that do not require advanced optics.\nParticipants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact.\n\nWaive and Release from Liability: By registering for this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event\, including potential exposure to the novel coronavirus. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, check the appropriate box on the registration form. Otherwise\, by registering for this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name and for any lawful purpose including for example such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/ontario-pathways-field-trip-4-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Ontario Pathways\, 2011-2077 New York 96\, Clifton Springs\, NY\, 14432\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:42.9617492;-77.095364 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Ontario Pathways 2011-2077 New York 96 Clifton Springs NY 14432 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2011-2077 New York 96:geo:-77.095364,42.9617492 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210513T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210513T110000 DTSTAMP:20260408T084118 CREATED:20201222T215207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201222T215207Z UID:10000371-1620892800-1620903600@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:NEW!!! Rush Riverside Refuge (in association with Rush Recreation and Parks Association) Field Trip - Registration Opens May 6\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:The town of Rush has recently acquired a new patch of land containing old-growth woods\, farm fields in various stages of succession\, and a mile of Genesee River frontage.  Join us as we explore this “new” birding spot.  Trails may be wet and muddy\, so waterproof shoes/boots are recommended. \nNo restrooms available. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. at Rush Riverside Refuge on Rush-Scottsville Road (Route 251)\, west of the intersection with East River Road\, on the north side of 251.  Either park on Route 251 or in the Rochester & Genesee Valley Railroad Museum parking lot. \nCOVID-19 Policies and Procedures \nDue to the novel coronavirus pandemic\, the Rochester Birding Association is instituting the following procedures for all field trips. By registering for this field trip\, you acknowledge that you have read and will abide by these policies. \nRegistration Policies: \n\nAdvance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines for the allowable number of attendees at an outdoor gathering change frequently.  Exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis\, and they may be subject to change.\nIndividuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip.\nShould you decide not to attend the trip\, we encourage you to cancel your reservation to make room for others. Canceling is easily done through the Eventbrite website; see your confirmation email for details.\n\nHealth Screening Considerations: \n\nFull contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested.\nNo one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend.\nNo one who has any COVID-19 symptoms (fever\, cough\, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing\, chills\, muscle pain\, sore throat\, or loss of taste or smell) should attend.\nNo one who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days or who has been instructed to self-isolate or quarantine should attend.\nNo one who has been in close (within 6 feet) or proximate (same closed environment\, but greater than 6 feet) contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or who has had symptoms of COVID-19 within the past 14 days\, should attend.\nNo one who has traveled or who lives with someone who has traveled to a country or state on the New York coronavirus travel advisory list in the last 14 days should attend.\nParticipants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA.\n\nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n\nParticipants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car.\nParticipants that reside in the same household may share binoculars or scopes\, but we regret that otherwise optics cannot be shared. We realize this may be frustrating for those who do not have their own spotting scopes. To the extent possible\, we will choose birding locations that do not require advanced optics.\nParticipants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact.\n\nWaive and Release from Liability: By registering for this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event\, including potential exposure to the novel coronavirus. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, check the appropriate box on the registration form. Otherwise\, by registering for this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name and for any lawful purpose including for example such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. \n  \n  URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/new-rush-riverside-refuge-in-association-with-rush-recreation-and-parks-association-field-trip-2/ LOCATION:Rush Riverside Refuge\, 250 Rush Scottsville Rd\,\, Rush\, NY\, 14543\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:43.004061;-77.724928 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Rush Riverside Refuge 250 Rush Scottsville Rd Rush NY 14543 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=250 Rush Scottsville Rd\,:geo:-77.724928,43.004061 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210515T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210515T113000 DTSTAMP:20260408T084118 CREATED:20201222T220615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201222T220615Z UID:10000372-1621063800-1621078200@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Powder Mills Park & BANC Sanctuary Joint Field Trip with Burroughs Audubon Nature Club - Registration Opens May 8\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:On the east side\, Powder Mills Park is a mature woodland and wetland park that can be productive for many late-migrating or nesting species. In recent years\, Baltimore Orioles\, Rose-breasted Grosbeaks\, Scarlet Tanagers\, Pileated Woodpeckers\, Red-tailed Hawks\, American Woodcocks and Blue-winged Warblers have all nested there. The trip will continue with a visit to the BANC Sanctuary on Railroad Mills Road\, where we’ll walk the trails around the woodland\, wetland and creek habitats.  Nesting species there include Eastern Bluebirds\, House Wrens\, Eastern Phoebes and Eastern Screech-Owl\, and adjacent tree lines have produced a variety of migrating warblers. Both locations are mostly flat trail-walking but waterproof footwear is advised. \nPlease note that no restroom facilities will be available at the Sanctuary. \nMeet at 7:30 a.m. at the Powder Mills Park Fish Hatchery parking lot on Park Road. \nCOVID-19 Policies and Procedures \nDue to the novel coronavirus pandemic\, the Rochester Birding Association is instituting the following procedures for all field trips. By registering for this field trip\, you acknowledge that you have read and will abide by these policies. \nRegistration Policies: \n\nAdvance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines for the allowable number of attendees at an outdoor gathering change frequently.  Exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis\, and they may be subject to change.\nIndividuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip.\nShould you decide not to attend the trip\, we encourage you to cancel your reservation to make room for others. Canceling is easily done through the Eventbrite website; see your confirmation email for details.\n\nHealth Screening Considerations: \n\nFull contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested.\nNo one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend.\nNo one who has any COVID-19 symptoms (fever\, cough\, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing\, chills\, muscle pain\, sore throat\, or loss of taste or smell) should attend.\nNo one who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days or who has been instructed to self-isolate or quarantine should attend.\nNo one who has been in close (within 6 feet) or proximate (same closed environment\, but greater than 6 feet) contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or who has had symptoms of COVID-19 within the past 14 days\, should attend.\nNo one who has traveled or who lives with someone who has traveled to a country or state on the New York coronavirus travel advisory list in the last 14 days should attend.\nParticipants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA.\n\nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n\nParticipants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car.\nParticipants that reside in the same household may share binoculars or scopes\, but we regret that otherwise optics cannot be shared. We realize this may be frustrating for those who do not have their own spotting scopes. To the extent possible\, we will choose birding locations that do not require advanced optics.\nParticipants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact.\n\nWaive and Release from Liability: By registering for this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event\, including potential exposure to the novel coronavirus. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, check the appropriate box on the registration form. Otherwise\, by registering for this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name and for any lawful purpose including for example such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. \n  URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/powder-mills-park-the-auburn-trail-field-trip-4-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Powder Mills Park\, 199 Park Road\, Pittsford\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:43.0478646;-77.4704365 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Powder Mills Park 199 Park Road Pittsford NY United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=199 Park Road:geo:-77.4704365,43.0478646 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210516T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210516T110000 DTSTAMP:20260408T084118 CREATED:20201222T221050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201222T221050Z UID:10000373-1621152000-1621162800@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Manitou Beach Preserve Field Trip - Registration Opens May 9\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:Our trip to this lakeside treasure should rack up good numbers of warblers\, flycatchers\, and other spring arrivals.  Owned by the Genesee Land Trust\, the Manitou Beach Preserve consists of 5 acres of flat\, field\, forest and hedgerow\, shrub\, and cattail wetlands extending into Braddock Bay.  Wear waterproof\, sturdy shoes and don’t forget the bug spray! \nNo restrooms available. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. in the Owl Woods parking lot on Manitou Beach Road (Route 261) at the Lake Ontario State Parkway.  If COVID guidelines allow\, we will shuttle to the preserve\, as parking space is limited. \nCOVID-19 Policies and Procedures \nDue to the novel coronavirus pandemic\, the Rochester Birding Association is instituting the following procedures for all field trips. By registering for this field trip\, you acknowledge that you have read and will abide by these policies. \nRegistration Policies: \n\nAdvance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines for the allowable number of attendees at an outdoor gathering change frequently.  Exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis\, and they may be subject to change.\nIndividuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip.\nShould you decide not to attend the trip\, we encourage you to cancel your reservation to make room for others. Canceling is easily done through the Eventbrite website; see your confirmation email for details.\n\nHealth Screening Considerations: \n\nFull contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested.\nNo one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend.\nNo one who has any COVID-19 symptoms (fever\, cough\, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing\, chills\, muscle pain\, sore throat\, or loss of taste or smell) should attend.\nNo one who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days or who has been instructed to self-isolate or quarantine should attend.\nNo one who has been in close (within 6 feet) or proximate (same closed environment\, but greater than 6 feet) contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or who has had symptoms of COVID-19 within the past 14 days\, should attend.\nNo one who has traveled or who lives with someone who has traveled to a country or state on the New York coronavirus travel advisory list in the last 14 days should attend.\nParticipants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA.\n\nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n\nParticipants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car.\nParticipants that reside in the same household may share binoculars or scopes\, but we regret that otherwise optics cannot be shared. We realize this may be frustrating for those who do not have their own spotting scopes. To the extent possible\, we will choose birding locations that do not require advanced optics.\nParticipants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact.\n\nWaive and Release from Liability: By registering for this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event\, including potential exposure to the novel coronavirus. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, check the appropriate box on the registration form. Otherwise\, by registering for this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name and for any lawful purpose including for example such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. \n  URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/manitou-beach-preserve-field-trip-3-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Manitou Beach Preserve\, Manitou Beach Preserve\, Manitou Beach Rd\, Hilton\, NY\, 14468\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:43.3209976;-77.7148038 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Manitou Beach Preserve Manitou Beach Preserve Manitou Beach Rd Hilton NY 14468 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Manitou Beach Preserve\, Manitou Beach Rd:geo:-77.7148038,43.3209976 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210518T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210518T113000 DTSTAMP:20260408T084118 CREATED:20201222T223206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201222T223206Z UID:10000374-1621323000-1621337400@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Oatka Creek Park Field Trip - Registration Opens May 11\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:Woods and meadow provide great habitat for nesting species such as Indigo Bunting\, Eastern Towhee\, Blue-winged Warbler and Field Sparrow. This will cover about 3 miles of mostly flat trails. \nPort-a-john available at trailhead. \nMeet at 7:30 a.m. at the park entrance at the intersection of Quaker Road and Union Street in Garbutt.  Take Route 383 (Scottsville–Mumford Road) west 1.5 to 2 miles from its intersection with Route 386 in Scottsville and turn south on Union Street for about 0.5 miles. \nCOVID-19 Policies and Procedures \nDue to the novel coronavirus pandemic\, the Rochester Birding Association is instituting the following procedures for all field trips. By registering for this field trip\, you acknowledge that you have read and will abide by these policies. \nRegistration Policies: \n\nAdvance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines for the allowable number of attendees at an outdoor gathering change frequently.  Exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis\, and they may be subject to change.\nIndividuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip.\nShould you decide not to attend the trip\, we encourage you to cancel your reservation to make room for others. Canceling is easily done through the Eventbrite website; see your confirmation email for details.\n\nHealth Screening Considerations: \n\nFull contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested.\nNo one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend.\nNo one who has any COVID-19 symptoms (fever\, cough\, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing\, chills\, muscle pain\, sore throat\, or loss of taste or smell) should attend.\nNo one who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days or who has been instructed to self-isolate or quarantine should attend.\nNo one who has been in close (within 6 feet) or proximate (same closed environment\, but greater than 6 feet) contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or who has had symptoms of COVID-19 within the past 14 days\, should attend.\nNo one who has traveled or who lives with someone who has traveled to a country or state on the New York coronavirus travel advisory list in the last 14 days should attend.\nParticipants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA.\n\nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n\nParticipants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car.\nParticipants that reside in the same household may share binoculars or scopes\, but we regret that otherwise optics cannot be shared. We realize this may be frustrating for those who do not have their own spotting scopes. To the extent possible\, we will choose birding locations that do not require advanced optics.\nParticipants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact.\n\nWaive and Release from Liability: By registering for this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event\, including potential exposure to the novel coronavirus. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, check the appropriate box on the registration form. Otherwise\, by registering for this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name and for any lawful purpose including for example such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. \n  URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/oatka-creek-park-field-trip-4-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Oatka Creek Park\, Quaker Road & Union Street\, Garbutt\, NY\, 14546\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:43.0061023;-77.7916336 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oatka Creek Park Quaker Road & Union Street Garbutt NY 14546 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Quaker Road & Union Street:geo:-77.7916336,43.0061023 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210520T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210520T113000 DTSTAMP:20260408T084118 CREATED:20201222T223758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201222T223758Z UID:10000375-1621495800-1621510200@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Thousand Acre Swamp Field Trip - Registration Opens May 13\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:Thousand Acre Swamp is a preserve owned by the Nature Conservancy of Western New York.  It has a bird checklist of 120 species.  This level 2.5-mile walk goes through varied habitats\, resulting in a variety of breeding bird species and migrants.  The habitats include swampy woods\, drier woods\, a marshy area\, meadows\, and a pond.  Shorter routes are possible.  The entrance and parking lot are on the west side of Jackson Road opposite Penfield Center Road in Penfield.  Boots and mosquito repellant are recommended. \nNo restrooms available. \nMeet at 7:30 a.m. in the parking lot.  For more information\, including photos\, go to  http://thegreenjay.com/thegreenjay.com/New TAS Gallery/index.html. \nCOVID-19 Policies and Procedures \nDue to the novel coronavirus pandemic\, the Rochester Birding Association is instituting the following procedures for all field trips. By registering for this field trip\, you acknowledge that you have read and will abide by these policies. \nRegistration Policies: \n\nAdvance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines for the allowable number of attendees at an outdoor gathering change frequently.  Exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis\, and they may be subject to change.\nIndividuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip.\nShould you decide not to attend the trip\, we encourage you to cancel your reservation to make room for others. Canceling is easily done through the Eventbrite website; see your confirmation email for details.\n\nHealth Screening Considerations: \n\nFull contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested.\nNo one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend.\nNo one who has any COVID-19 symptoms (fever\, cough\, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing\, chills\, muscle pain\, sore throat\, or loss of taste or smell) should attend.\nNo one who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days or who has been instructed to self-isolate or quarantine should attend.\nNo one who has been in close (within 6 feet) or proximate (same closed environment\, but greater than 6 feet) contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or who has had symptoms of COVID-19 within the past 14 days\, should attend.\nNo one who has traveled or who lives with someone who has traveled to a country or state on the New York coronavirus travel advisory list in the last 14 days should attend.\nParticipants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA.\n\nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n\nParticipants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car.\nParticipants that reside in the same household may share binoculars or scopes\, but we regret that otherwise optics cannot be shared. We realize this may be frustrating for those who do not have their own spotting scopes. To the extent possible\, we will choose birding locations that do not require advanced optics.\nParticipants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact.\n\nWaive and Release from Liability: By registering for this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event\, including potential exposure to the novel coronavirus. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, check the appropriate box on the registration form. Otherwise\, by registering for this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name and for any lawful purpose including for example such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. \n  URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/thousand-acre-swamp-field-trip-4-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Thousand Acre Swamp\, Jackson Road and Penfield Center Road\, Penfield\, NY\, 14526\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:43.1673819;-77.4469977 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Thousand Acre Swamp Jackson Road and Penfield Center Road Penfield NY 14526 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Jackson Road and Penfield Center Road:geo:-77.4469977,43.1673819 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210522T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210522T130000 DTSTAMP:20260408T084118 CREATED:20201222T224302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201222T224302Z UID:10000376-1621666800-1621688400@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge Field Trip - Registration Opens May 15\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:We will search for Prothonotary Warblers\, Yellow-throated Vireos\, Cerulean Warblers\, and other nesting birds at this local natural treasure.  We’ll drive to various spots in the refuge and take an easy walk along one of the very scenic trails. This trip is a combination of driving and walking and includes a boardwalk\, forest trail\, and dirt road. Not wheelchair accessible in the forest trail. Low difficulty–flat. Length about 3.5 miles total\, walking. \nPort-a-john available about midway through trip. \nMeet at 7:00 a.m. at the Brockport Wegman’s parking lot (restrooms available).  For those traveling from the west: meet at the Upper Stafford Marsh Overlook near 5999 Albion Road\, Oakfield\, NY at 7:30 a.m. \nIt is advisable to bring water and snacks or a picnic lunch since there may be no local resources and the trip may last into the afternoon. Spotting scopes would be very useful. \nCOVID-19 Policies and Procedures \nDue to the novel coronavirus pandemic\, the Rochester Birding Association is instituting the following procedures for all field trips. By registering for this field trip\, you acknowledge that you have read and will abide by these policies. \nRegistration Policies: \n\nAdvance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines for the allowable number of attendees at an outdoor gathering change frequently.  Exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis\, and they may be subject to change.\nIndividuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip.\nShould you decide not to attend the trip\, we encourage you to cancel your reservation to make room for others. Canceling is easily done through the Eventbrite website; see your confirmation email for details.\n\nHealth Screening Considerations: \n\nFull contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested.\nNo one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend.\nNo one who has any COVID-19 symptoms (fever\, cough\, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing\, chills\, muscle pain\, sore throat\, or loss of taste or smell) should attend.\nNo one who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days or who has been instructed to self-isolate or quarantine should attend.\nNo one who has been in close (within 6 feet) or proximate (same closed environment\, but greater than 6 feet) contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or who has had symptoms of COVID-19 within the past 14 days\, should attend.\nNo one who has traveled or who lives with someone who has traveled to a country or state on the New York coronavirus travel advisory list in the last 14 days should attend.\nParticipants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA.\n\nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n\nParticipants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car.\nParticipants that reside in the same household may share binoculars or scopes\, but we regret that otherwise optics cannot be shared. We realize this may be frustrating for those who do not have their own spotting scopes. To the extent possible\, we will choose birding locations that do not require advanced optics.\nParticipants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact.\n\nWaive and Release from Liability: By registering for this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event\, including potential exposure to the novel coronavirus. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, check the appropriate box on the registration form. Otherwise\, by registering for this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name and for any lawful purpose including for example such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. \n  URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/iroquois-national-wildlife-refuge-field-trip-8-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge\, Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:43.1307605;-78.3728456 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge NY United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge:geo:-78.3728456,43.1307605 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210523T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210523T110000 DTSTAMP:20260408T084118 CREATED:20201222T224806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201222T224806Z UID:10000377-1621753200-1621767600@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Norway Road Field Trip - Registration Opens May 16\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:This unassuming trip usually racks up one of the longest bird lists of the year.  From nesting Cerulean Warblers to Purple Martins along the lake\, this trip showcases roadside birding in spectacular fashion!  There are no long walks\, no rough terrain\, and it is handicapped accessible as we make multiple stops to bird along Norway Road. \nNo restrooms except at Wegmans. \nMeet at 7:00 a.m. toward the upper end of Wegmans’ parking lot in Ridgemont Plaza off Route 104 in Greece (opposite Heritage Drive). \nCOVID-19 Policies and Procedures \nDue to the novel coronavirus pandemic\, the Rochester Birding Association is instituting the following procedures for all field trips. By registering for this field trip\, you acknowledge that you have read and will abide by these policies. \nRegistration Policies: \n\nAdvance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines for the allowable number of attendees at an outdoor gathering change frequently.  Exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis\, and they may be subject to change.\nIndividuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip.\nShould you decide not to attend the trip\, we encourage you to cancel your reservation to make room for others. Canceling is easily done through the Eventbrite website; see your confirmation email for details.\n\nHealth Screening Considerations: \n\nFull contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested.\nNo one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend.\nNo one who has any COVID-19 symptoms (fever\, cough\, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing\, chills\, muscle pain\, sore throat\, or loss of taste or smell) should attend.\nNo one who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days or who has been instructed to self-isolate or quarantine should attend.\nNo one who has been in close (within 6 feet) or proximate (same closed environment\, but greater than 6 feet) contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or who has had symptoms of COVID-19 within the past 14 days\, should attend.\nNo one who has traveled or who lives with someone who has traveled to a country or state on the New York coronavirus travel advisory list in the last 14 days should attend.\nParticipants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA.\n\nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n\nParticipants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car.\nParticipants that reside in the same household may share binoculars or scopes\, but we regret that otherwise optics cannot be shared. We realize this may be frustrating for those who do not have their own spotting scopes. To the extent possible\, we will choose birding locations that do not require advanced optics.\nParticipants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact.\n\nWaive and Release from Liability: By registering for this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event\, including potential exposure to the novel coronavirus. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, check the appropriate box on the registration form. Otherwise\, by registering for this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name and for any lawful purpose including for example such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. \n  URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/norway-road-field-trip-4-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Norway Road\, Norway Road\, Murray\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:43.290516;-78.0163128 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Norway Road Norway Road Murray NY United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Norway Road:geo:-78.0163128,43.290516 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210525T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210525T110000 DTSTAMP:20260408T084118 CREATED:20201222T225238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201222T225238Z UID:10000378-1621929600-1621940400@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:New!! Taylor Road - Headwaters of Irondequoit Creek - Registration Opens May 18\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:We will walk the mowed grassy trails of the 65-acre property of RBA member Linda Roca.  Hedgerows\, fields\, Irondequoit Creek\, brushy habitat\, and woods should be productive for thrushes\, late warblers\, and woodpeckers among others. \nNo restroom available. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. at 66 Taylor Road\, Honeoye Falls\, NY 14472.  Park in the wide driveway or on Taylor Road. \nCOVID-19 Policies and Procedures \nDue to the novel coronavirus pandemic\, the Rochester Birding Association is instituting the following procedures for all field trips. By registering for this field trip\, you acknowledge that you have read and will abide by these policies. \nRegistration Policies: \n\nAdvance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines for the allowable number of attendees at an outdoor gathering change frequently.  Exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis\, and they may be subject to change.\nIndividuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip.\nShould you decide not to attend the trip\, we encourage you to cancel your reservation to make room for others. Canceling is easily done through the Eventbrite website; see your confirmation email for details.\n\nHealth Screening Considerations: \n\nFull contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested.\nNo one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend.\nNo one who has any COVID-19 symptoms (fever\, cough\, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing\, chills\, muscle pain\, sore throat\, or loss of taste or smell) should attend.\nNo one who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days or who has been instructed to self-isolate or quarantine should attend.\nNo one who has been in close (within 6 feet) or proximate (same closed environment\, but greater than 6 feet) contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or who has had symptoms of COVID-19 within the past 14 days\, should attend.\nNo one who has traveled or who lives with someone who has traveled to a country or state on the New York coronavirus travel advisory list in the last 14 days should attend.\nParticipants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA.\n\nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n\nParticipants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car.\nParticipants that reside in the same household may share binoculars or scopes\, but we regret that otherwise optics cannot be shared. We realize this may be frustrating for those who do not have their own spotting scopes. To the extent possible\, we will choose birding locations that do not require advanced optics.\nParticipants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact.\n\nWaive and Release from Liability: By registering for this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event\, including potential exposure to the novel coronavirus. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, check the appropriate box on the registration form. Otherwise\, by registering for this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name and for any lawful purpose including for example such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. \n  URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/new-taylor-road-headwaters-of-irondequoit-creek-2/ LOCATION:Taylor Road – Headwaters of Irondequoit Creek\, 66 Taylor Road\, Honeoye Falls\, NY\, 14472\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:42.984884;-77.537288 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Taylor Road – Headwaters of Irondequoit Creek 66 Taylor Road Honeoye Falls NY 14472 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=66 Taylor Road:geo:-77.537288,42.984884 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210529T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210529T110000 DTSTAMP:20260408T084118 CREATED:20201222T225946Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201222T225946Z UID:10000379-1622271600-1622286000@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Canadice Lake Field Trip - Registration Opens May 22\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:We’ll go down the east side of the lake for a variety of nesting passerines\, especially warblers and vireos.  We will make multiple stops as we drive along the road. \nMeet at 7:00 a.m. at the Rush Town Hall parking lot on the southwest corner of East Henrietta Road (Route 15A) and Rush-Mendon Road (Route 251) (restroom may be available at the town hall park). \nCOVID-19 Policies and Procedures \nDue to the novel coronavirus pandemic\, the Rochester Birding Association is instituting the following procedures for all field trips. By registering for this field trip\, you acknowledge that you have read and will abide by these policies. \nRegistration Policies: \n\nAdvance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines for the allowable number of attendees at an outdoor gathering change frequently.  Exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis\, and they may be subject to change.\nIndividuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip.\nShould you decide not to attend the trip\, we encourage you to cancel your reservation to make room for others. Canceling is easily done through the Eventbrite website; see your confirmation email for details.\n\nHealth Screening Considerations: \n\nFull contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested.\nNo one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend.\nNo one who has any COVID-19 symptoms (fever\, cough\, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing\, chills\, muscle pain\, sore throat\, or loss of taste or smell) should attend.\nNo one who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days or who has been instructed to self-isolate or quarantine should attend.\nNo one who has been in close (within 6 feet) or proximate (same closed environment\, but greater than 6 feet) contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or who has had symptoms of COVID-19 within the past 14 days\, should attend.\nNo one who has traveled or who lives with someone who has traveled to a country or state on the New York coronavirus travel advisory list in the last 14 days should attend.\nParticipants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA.\n\nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n\nParticipants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car.\nParticipants that reside in the same household may share binoculars or scopes\, but we regret that otherwise optics cannot be shared. We realize this may be frustrating for those who do not have their own spotting scopes. To the extent possible\, we will choose birding locations that do not require advanced optics.\nParticipants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact.\n\nWaive and Release from Liability: By registering for this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event\, including potential exposure to the novel coronavirus. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, check the appropriate box on the registration form. Otherwise\, by registering for this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name and for any lawful purpose including for example such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. \n  URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/canadice-lake-field-trip-4-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Canadice Lake\, Canadice Lake\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:42.7177833;-77.5691064 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Canadice Lake Canadice Lake NY United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Canadice Lake:geo:-77.5691064,42.7177833 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210605T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210605T113000 DTSTAMP:20260408T084118 CREATED:20201222T231032Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201222T231032Z UID:10000380-1622880000-1622892600@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Ganondagan State Historic Site State Park Field Trip - Registration Opens May 29\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:This trip has generated large species lists due to the many habitat types we will travel through.  We will start from the parking lot to the longhouse and the meadowlark field and then head down a wide trail through woods\, shrubland\, and wetland to an overlook in grassland. \nThe round trip is 1.5 miles and is suitable for most. Moderate difficulty in spots–hills.  Restroom facilities are available at the museum center at end of trip. After we reach the overlook\, those who wish can continue for another 2 miles on the narrower Seneca Trail through field and woods\, across County Route 41\, and along a wooded stream valley to the Bobolink field. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. in the main parking lot off County Road 41/Boughton Hill Road.  The parking lot is situated below the new museum at 7000 County Road 41\, Victor\, NY 14564.  (From Route 444 from Victor\, turn right onto Boughton Hill Road and go down the hill.  The main parking lot will be on your right at the bottom of the hill.) \nCOVID-19 Policies and Procedures \nDue to the novel coronavirus pandemic\, the Rochester Birding Association is instituting the following procedures for all field trips. By registering for this field trip\, you acknowledge that you have read and will abide by these policies. \nRegistration Policies: \n\nAdvance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines for the allowable number of attendees at an outdoor gathering change frequently.  Exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis\, and they may be subject to change.\nIndividuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip.\nShould you decide not to attend the trip\, we encourage you to cancel your reservation to make room for others. Canceling is easily done through the Eventbrite website; see your confirmation email for details.\n\nHealth Screening Considerations: \n\nFull contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested.\nNo one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend.\nNo one who has any COVID-19 symptoms (fever\, cough\, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing\, chills\, muscle pain\, sore throat\, or loss of taste or smell) should attend.\nNo one who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days or who has been instructed to self-isolate or quarantine should attend.\nNo one who has been in close (within 6 feet) or proximate (same closed environment\, but greater than 6 feet) contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or who has had symptoms of COVID-19 within the past 14 days\, should attend.\nNo one who has traveled or who lives with someone who has traveled to a country or state on the New York coronavirus travel advisory list in the last 14 days should attend.\nParticipants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA.\n\nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n\nParticipants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car.\nParticipants that reside in the same household may share binoculars or scopes\, but we regret that otherwise optics cannot be shared. We realize this may be frustrating for those who do not have their own spotting scopes. To the extent possible\, we will choose birding locations that do not require advanced optics.\nParticipants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact.\n\nWaive and Release from Liability: By registering for this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event\, including potential exposure to the novel coronavirus. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, check the appropriate box on the registration form. Otherwise\, by registering for this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name and for any lawful purpose including for example such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/ganondagan-state-historic-site-3-3-2/ LOCATION:Ganondagan State Historic Site\, 1488 NY-444\, Victor\, NY\, 14564\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:42.961953;-77.412001 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Ganondagan State Historic Site 1488 NY-444 Victor NY 14564 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1488 NY-444:geo:-77.412001,42.961953 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210606T053000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210606T143000 DTSTAMP:20260408T084118 CREATED:20201222T231512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201222T231512Z UID:10000381-1622957400-1622989800@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Letchworth State Park Field Trip - Registration Opens May 30\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:This trip frequently boasts more birds than any other RBA field trip. Of course\, it gets an early start!  We’ll look for birds not frequently seen on other trips\, such as Acadian Flycatcher and Barred Owl.  We’ll do a fair amount of walking: one somewhat steep but short forest trail and a dirt road down to the river level\, as well as some roadside birding. \nRestrooms available at several locations along the way. \nMeet at 5:30 a.m. at the Dam Overlook Gifts and Grill parking lot (use the Route 36 entrance to Letchworth Park).  Pack a lunch and snacks\, as the trip will likely last well into mid-afternoon. Spotting scopes would be very useful.  \nCOVID-19 Policies and Procedures \nDue to the novel coronavirus pandemic\, the Rochester Birding Association is instituting the following procedures for all field trips. By registering for this field trip\, you acknowledge that you have read and will abide by these policies. \nRegistration Policies: \n\nAdvance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines for the allowable number of attendees at an outdoor gathering change frequently.  Exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis\, and they may be subject to change.\nIndividuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip.\nShould you decide not to attend the trip\, we encourage you to cancel your reservation to make room for others. Canceling is easily done through the Eventbrite website; see your confirmation email for details.\n\nHealth Screening Considerations: \n\nFull contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested.\nNo one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend.\nNo one who has any COVID-19 symptoms (fever\, cough\, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing\, chills\, muscle pain\, sore throat\, or loss of taste or smell) should attend.\nNo one who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days or who has been instructed to self-isolate or quarantine should attend.\nNo one who has been in close (within 6 feet) or proximate (same closed environment\, but greater than 6 feet) contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or who has had symptoms of COVID-19 within the past 14 days\, should attend.\nNo one who has traveled or who lives with someone who has traveled to a country or state on the New York coronavirus travel advisory list in the last 14 days should attend.\nParticipants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA.\n\nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n\nParticipants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car.\nParticipants that reside in the same household may share binoculars or scopes\, but we regret that otherwise optics cannot be shared. We realize this may be frustrating for those who do not have their own spotting scopes. To the extent possible\, we will choose birding locations that do not require advanced optics.\nParticipants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact.\n\nWaive and Release from Liability: By registering for this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event\, including potential exposure to the novel coronavirus. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, check the appropriate box on the registration form. Otherwise\, by registering for this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name and for any lawful purpose including for example such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/letchworth-state-park-field-trip-4-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Letchworth State Park\, Mt. Morris Dam Overlook\, NY\, 14427\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:42.6337682;-78.0309542 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210619T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210619T113000 DTSTAMP:20260408T084118 CREATED:20201229T212039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201229T212039Z UID:10000382-1624087800-1624102200@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Bergen Swamp Field Trip - Registration Opens June 12\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:A trip to this unique place is by special permit from the Bergen Swamp Preservation Society and will feature nesting birds.  The mix of vegetation zones provides secluded nesting habitat for the usual western N.Y. species as well as those more characteristic of the Canadian zone such as Blue-headed Vireo\, Hermit Thrush\, Magnolia\, Blackburnian\, Black-and-white\, Canada and Nashville Warblers.  This is a walking trip of 3–5 miles on variably wet and slippery corduroy trails that must be followed closely for safety reasons and because of the fragile habitat.  Sturdy boots (rather than sneakers) are STRONGLY recommended\, and hiking or ski poles may be useful.  Massasauga rattlesnakes are VERY rarely encountered. \nWe will meet at 7:30 a.m. at the main trailhead entrance to Bergen Swamp: 6646 Hessenthaler Rd\, Byron\, NY 14422.  From Rochester\, take I-490 west to Exit 2. Take Rt. 33 west and turn right (north) onto Route 19. Turn left at the fire station onto Hunter Road It becomes Swamp Road.  Follow Swamp Road west past Pocock Road and turn right onto Hessenthaler Road. The swamp entrance is at the kiosk on the right. Park along the right shoulder\, but do not park in front of the caretaker’s house. \nCOVID-19 Policies and Procedures \nDue to the novel coronavirus pandemic\, the Rochester Birding Association is instituting the following procedures for all field trips. By registering for this field trip\, you acknowledge that you have read and will abide by these policies. \nRegistration Policies: \n\nAdvance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines for the allowable number of attendees at an outdoor gathering change frequently.  Exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis\, and they may be subject to change.\nIndividuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip.\nShould you decide not to attend the trip\, we encourage you to cancel your reservation to make room for others. Canceling is easily done through the Eventbrite website; see your confirmation email for details.\n\nHealth Screening Considerations: \n\nFull contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested.\nNo one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend.\nNo one who has any COVID-19 symptoms (fever\, cough\, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing\, chills\, muscle pain\, sore throat\, or loss of taste or smell) should attend.\nNo one who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days or who has been instructed to self-isolate or quarantine should attend.\nNo one who has been in close (within 6 feet) or proximate (same closed environment\, but greater than 6 feet) contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or who has had symptoms of COVID-19 within the past 14 days\, should attend.\nNo one who has traveled or who lives with someone who has traveled to a country or state on the New York coronavirus travel advisory list in the last 14 days should attend.\nParticipants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA.\n\nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n\nParticipants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car.\nParticipants that reside in the same household may share binoculars or scopes\, but we regret that otherwise optics cannot be shared. We realize this may be frustrating for those who do not have their own spotting scopes. To the extent possible\, we will choose birding locations that do not require advanced optics.\nParticipants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact.\n\nWaive and Release from Liability: By registering for this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event\, including potential exposure to the novel coronavirus. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, check the appropriate box on the registration form. Otherwise\, by registering for this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name and for any lawful purpose including for example such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/bergen-swamp-field-trip-3-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Bergen Swamp\, Hessenthaller Road\, Bergen\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:43.0857035;-78.0266153 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bergen Swamp Hessenthaller Road Bergen NY United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Hessenthaller Road:geo:-78.0266153,43.0857035 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210620T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210620T120000 DTSTAMP:20260408T084118 CREATED:20201229T212604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201229T212604Z UID:10000383-1624176000-1624190400@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Odonata Sanctuary Field Trip - Registration Opens June 13\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:The 100 acre privately owned Odonata Sanctuary\, 20 Parrish Road\, Honeoye Falls\, NY 14472\, is the former home of Joseph W. Taylor\, who was a founder of the American Birding Association and president of Hawk Mountain Association.  The sanctuary participates in the Wildlife Habitat Incentives Program (WHIP) that provides nesting acreage for grassland nesting birds such as Eastern Meadowlarks\, Bobolinks\, and Dickcissels.  The sanctuary is an access point for the observation of migrating birds and monarch butterflies and is also home to one of the largest Eastern Bluebird nest box trails in the USA.  The trails pass over streams\, around a pond and through woodlands. \nNo restrooms available. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. at the sanctuary.  Enter the sanctuary at 20 Parrish Road and drive up the long\, one-lane driveway.        \nCOVID-19 Policies and Procedures \nDue to the novel coronavirus pandemic\, the Rochester Birding Association is instituting the following procedures for all field trips. By registering for this field trip\, you acknowledge that you have read and will abide by these policies. \nRegistration Policies: \n\nAdvance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines for the allowable number of attendees at an outdoor gathering change frequently.  Exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis\, and they may be subject to change.\nIndividuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip.\nShould you decide not to attend the trip\, we encourage you to cancel your reservation to make room for others. Canceling is easily done through the Eventbrite website; see your confirmation email for details.\n\nHealth Screening Considerations: \n\nFull contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested.\nNo one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend.\nNo one who has any COVID-19 symptoms (fever\, cough\, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing\, chills\, muscle pain\, sore throat\, or loss of taste or smell) should attend.\nNo one who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days or who has been instructed to self-isolate or quarantine should attend.\nNo one who has been in close (within 6 feet) or proximate (same closed environment\, but greater than 6 feet) contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or who has had symptoms of COVID-19 within the past 14 days\, should attend.\nNo one who has traveled or who lives with someone who has traveled to a country or state on the New York coronavirus travel advisory list in the last 14 days should attend.\nParticipants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA.\n\nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n\nParticipants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car.\nParticipants that reside in the same household may share binoculars or scopes\, but we regret that otherwise optics cannot be shared. We realize this may be frustrating for those who do not have their own spotting scopes. To the extent possible\, we will choose birding locations that do not require advanced optics.\nParticipants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact.\n\nWaive and Release from Liability: By registering for this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event\, including potential exposure to the novel coronavirus. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, check the appropriate box on the registration form. Otherwise\, by registering for this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name and for any lawful purpose including for example such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. \n     URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/ganondagan-state-historic-site-3-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Odonata Sanctuary\, 20 Parrish Road\, Honeoye Falls\, NY\, 14472\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210627T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210627T160000 DTSTAMP:20260408T084118 CREATED:20201229T213054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201229T213054Z UID:10000384-1624779000-1624809600@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Barnhart's Camp and Keeney Swamp Field Trip - Registration Opens June 20\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:We will be birding as we drive (and stop) throughout the diverse landscapes of Northern Allegany County\, 20 minutes south of Letchworth State Park.  Grassland\, woodland\, pond and swampland species such as Prairie and Mourning Warblers\, Eastern Bluebirds\, Pied-billed Grebes\, and maybe a bittern or two should be seen.  This trip generally goes all day so we can see as much as possible! \nMeet at 7:30 a.m. at Shop N’ Save in Nunda on Route 408 where restrooms are available.  Spotting scopes and FRS Radios would be useful. \nLunch at Barnhart’s camp is a trip tradition-they grill the hot dogs! Bring a dish to pass–your choice (but this is optional). \nCOVID-19 Policies and Procedures\nUPDATED June 15\, 2021 (* major change) \nDue to the novel coronavirus pandemic\, the Rochester Birding Association is instituting the following procedures for all field trips. By registering for this field trip\, you acknowledge that you have read and will abide by these policies. \nRegistration Policies: \n\nAdvance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines for the allowable number of attendees at an outdoor gathering change frequently.  Exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis\, and they may be subject to change.\nIndividuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip.\nShould you decide not to attend the trip\, we encourage you to cancel your reservation to make room for others. Canceling is easily done through the Eventbrite website; see your confirmation email for details.\n\nHealth Screening Considerations: \n\nFull contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested.\nNo one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend.\nNo one who has any COVID-19 symptoms (fever\, cough\, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing\, chills\, muscle pain\, sore throat\, or loss of taste or smell) should attend.\nNo one who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days or who has been instructed to self-isolate or quarantine should attend.\nNo one who has been in close (within 6 feet) or proximate (same closed environment\, but greater than 6 feet) contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or who has had symptoms of COVID-19 within the past 14 days\, should attend.\nNo one who has traveled or who lives with someone who has traveled to a country or state on the New York coronavirus travel advisory list in the last 14 days should attend.\nParticipants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA.\n\nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n* Mask wearing is required for only participants who are not fully vaccinated\, it is optional for those fully vaccinated. \n\nWe will continue to encourage social distancing whether or not a mask is worn.\n\n* As long as participants continue to socially-distance\, we will allow scope sharing. \n\nParticipants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact.\n\nContinually check our publication sites including Rochesterbirding.org\, EventBrite\, and RBA Facebook page for the latest requirement updates. \nWaive and Release from Liability: By registering for this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event\, including potential exposure to the novel coronavirus. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, check the appropriate box on the registration form. Otherwise\, by registering for this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name and for any lawful purpose including for example such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/barnharts-camp-and-keeney-swamp-field-trip-4-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Shop ‘n Save – Nunda\, 9045 State Route 408\, Nunda\, NY\, 14517\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:42.58938;-77.93906 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Shop ‘n Save – Nunda 9045 State Route 408 Nunda NY 14517 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=9045 State Route 408:geo:-77.93906,42.58938 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210731T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210731T113000 DTSTAMP:20260408T084118 CREATED:20201229T213546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201229T213546Z UID:10000385-1627716600-1627731000@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Conesus Inlet State WMA Field Trip - Registration Opens July 24\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:Explore this expansive wetland for Virginia Rails and Wood Duck families.  We’ve seen eagles on a reliable basis\, Cliff Swallows and more. This trip is a combination of driving\, stopping at overlooks and short walks on trails. It is not handicap/wheelchair accessible. Length about 1.5 mile walking. \nRestrooms are available at the meeting place only. \nMeet at 7:30 a.m. at Vitale Park on Route 20A in Lakeville.  The park entrance is by the Lakeville post office on the south (lake) side of Route 20A and across the street from Smith’s Hardware.  There’s a possibility of a trip extension to the Geneseo Airport area.  Spotting scopes would be very useful. \nCOVID-19 Policies and Procedures\nUPDATED June 15\, 2021 (* major change) \nDue to the novel coronavirus pandemic\, the Rochester Birding Association is instituting the following procedures for all field trips. By registering for this field trip\, you acknowledge that you have read and will abide by these policies. \nRegistration Policies: \n\nAdvance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines for the allowable number of attendees at an outdoor gathering change frequently.  Exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis\, and they may be subject to change.\nIndividuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip.\nShould you decide not to attend the trip\, we encourage you to cancel your reservation to make room for others. Canceling is easily done through the Eventbrite website; see your confirmation email for details.\n\nHealth Screening Considerations: \n\nFull contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested.\nNo one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend.\nNo one who has any COVID-19 symptoms (fever\, cough\, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing\, chills\, muscle pain\, sore throat\, or loss of taste or smell) should attend.\nNo one who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days or who has been instructed to self-isolate or quarantine should attend.\nNo one who has been in close (within 6 feet) or proximate (same closed environment\, but greater than 6 feet) contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or who has had symptoms of COVID-19 within the past 14 days\, should attend.\nNo one who has traveled or who lives with someone who has traveled to a country or state on the New York coronavirus travel advisory list in the last 14 days should attend.\nParticipants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA.\n\nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n\n* Mask wearing is required for only participants who are not fully vaccinated\, it is optional for those fully vaccinated.\nWe will continue to encourage social distancing whether or not a mask is worn.\n* As long as participants continue to socially-distance\, we will allow scope sharing\nParticipants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact.\n\nContinually check our publication sites including Rochesterbirding.org\, EventBrite\, and RBA Facebook page for the latest requirement updates. \nWaive and Release from Liability: By registering for this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event\, including potential exposure to the novel coronavirus. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, check the appropriate box on the registration form. Otherwise\, by registering for this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name and for any lawful purpose including for example such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/conesus-inlet-state-wma-field-trip-4-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Vitale Park\, Vitale Park\, Big Tree Rd\, NY\, 14480\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:42.8341101;-77.7034586 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Vitale Park Vitale Park Big Tree Rd NY 14480 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Vitale Park:geo:-77.7034586,42.8341101 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210808T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210808T170000 DTSTAMP:20260408T084118 CREATED:20201229T214137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201229T214137Z UID:10000386-1628427600-1628442000@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Beginner Trip: Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge - Registration Opens August 1\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:Learn more about the fall migration of shorebirds in this nearby birding treasure.  We’ll visit key spots you’ll want to revisit again and again!  There will be a number of stops during this mostly driving trip. Bring binoculars. \nRestrooms may not be available at the Visitor Center. \nMeet at 1:00 p.m. in the Bushnell’s Basin Park and Ride lot.  The lot is off Route 96 just south of Exit 27 from I-490.  Alternatively\, meet up with the group at the first stop\, the Montezuma visitor center at 2:00 p.m. \nBring binoculars and\, if you have them\, spotting scopes. \nNote: This is a field trip for beginners. New birders should feel free to join these trips regardless of experience level: bring binoculars if you have them. The pace & focus of Beginner Trips may not be satisfying for experienced birders. Our Beginner Trips focus on teaching identification skills\, learning new habitats\, and answering questions. Experienced birders are welcome but may be pressed into service as educators!  \nCOVID-19 Policies and Procedures\nUPDATED June 15\, 2021 (* major change) \nDue to the novel coronavirus pandemic\, the Rochester Birding Association is instituting the following procedures for all field trips. By registering for this field trip\, you acknowledge that you have read and will abide by these policies. \nRegistration Policies: \n\nAdvance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines for the allowable number of attendees at an outdoor gathering change frequently.  Exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis\, and they may be subject to change.\nIndividuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip.\nShould you decide not to attend the trip\, we encourage you to cancel your reservation to make room for others. Canceling is easily done through the Eventbrite website; see your confirmation email for details.\n\nHealth Screening Considerations: \n\nFull contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested.\nNo one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend.\nNo one who has any COVID-19 symptoms (fever\, cough\, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing\, chills\, muscle pain\, sore throat\, or loss of taste or smell) should attend.\nNo one who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days or who has been instructed to self-isolate or quarantine should attend.\nNo one who has been in close (within 6 feet) or proximate (same closed environment\, but greater than 6 feet) contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or who has had symptoms of COVID-19 within the past 14 days\, should attend.\nNo one who has traveled or who lives with someone who has traveled to a country or state on the New York coronavirus travel advisory list in the last 14 days should attend.\nParticipants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA.\n\nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n\n* Mask wearing is required for only participants who are not fully vaccinated\, it is optional for those fully vaccinated.\nWe will continue to encourage social distancing whether or not a mask is worn.\n* As long as participants continue to socially-distance\, we will allow scope sharing.\nParticipants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact.\n\nContinually check our publication sites including Rochesterbirding.org\, EventBrite\, and RBA Facebook page for the latest requirement updates. \nWaive and Release from Liability: By registering for this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event\, including potential exposure to the novel coronavirus. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, check the appropriate box on the registration form. Otherwise\, by registering for this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name and for any lawful purpose including for example such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/beginner-trip-montezuma-national-wildlife-refuge-5-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge\, Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge\, Seneca Falls\, NY\, 13148\, United States CATEGORIES:Beginner Field Trips,Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:42.9669513;-76.7406929 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge Seneca Falls NY 13148 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge:geo:-76.7406929,42.9669513 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210822T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210822T150000 DTSTAMP:20260408T084118 CREATED:20201229T214505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201229T214505Z UID:10000387-1629628200-1629644400@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge Field Trip - Registration Opens August 15\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:We’ll be looking for waterfowl and migrating shorebirds.  Expect to see herons\, eagles and possibly falcons. There will be a number of stops during this mostly driving trip. There’s a possibility of a walk on the dikes. \nRestrooms may not be available at the Visitor Center. \nMeet at 10:30 a.m. at the Montezuma visitor center.  Pack a lunch.  Spotting scopes would be useful. \nCOVID-19 Policies and Procedures\nUPDATED June 15\, 2021 (* major change) \nDue to the novel coronavirus pandemic\, the Rochester Birding Association is instituting the following procedures for all field trips. By registering for this field trip\, you acknowledge that you have read and will abide by these policies. \nRegistration Policies: \n\nAdvance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines for the allowable number of attendees at an outdoor gathering change frequently.  Exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis\, and they may be subject to change.\nIndividuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip.\nShould you decide not to attend the trip\, we encourage you to cancel your reservation to make room for others. Canceling is easily done through the Eventbrite website; see your confirmation email for details.\n\nHealth Screening Considerations: \n\nFull contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested.\nNo one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend.\nNo one who has any COVID-19 symptoms (fever\, cough\, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing\, chills\, muscle pain\, sore throat\, or loss of taste or smell) should attend.\nNo one who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days or who has been instructed to self-isolate or quarantine should attend.\nNo one who has been in close (within 6 feet) or proximate (same closed environment\, but greater than 6 feet) contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or who has had symptoms of COVID-19 within the past 14 days\, should attend.\nNo one who has traveled or who lives with someone who has traveled to a country or state on the New York coronavirus travel advisory list in the last 14 days should attend.\nParticipants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA.\n\nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n\n* Mask wearing is required for only participants who are not fully vaccinated\, it is optional for those fully vaccinated.\nWe will continue to encourage social distancing whether or not a mask is worn.\n* As long as participants continue to socially-distance\, we will allow scope sharing.\nParticipants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact.\n\nContinually check our publication sites including Rochesterbirding.org\, EventBrite\, and RBA Facebook page for the latest requirement updates. \nWaive and Release from Liability: By registering for this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event\, including potential exposure to the novel coronavirus. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, check the appropriate box on the registration form. Otherwise\, by registering for this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name and for any lawful purpose including for example such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/montezuma-national-wildlife-refuge-field-trip-11-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge\, Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge\, Seneca Falls\, NY\, 13148\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:42.9669513;-76.7406929 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge Seneca Falls NY 13148 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge:geo:-76.7406929,42.9669513 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210904T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210904T120000 DTSTAMP:20260408T084118 CREATED:20201229T220315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201229T220315Z UID:10000388-1630742400-1630756800@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Beginner Trip: Charlotte & Turning Point Park - Registration Opens August 28\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:We’ll be looking for shorebirds\, warblers\, and other fall migrants along the river and lakeshore.  At Charlotte Beach\, we’ll look for gulls in many plumages and some shorebirds\, too.  At Turning Point Park\, we will look for the usual suspects and fall migrants. Bring binoculars. The Charlotte Beach area can be wheelchair accessible. Low difficulty—one long steep grade at Turning Point Park. Length about 2.0 miles total. \nRestrooms are available at Charlotte only. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. at Ontario Beach Park in Charlotte in the northeast corner of the parking lot\, beside the Genesee River outlet. \nBring binoculars and\, if you have them\, spotting scopes. \nNote: This is a field trip for beginners. New birders should feel free to join these trips regardless of experience level: bring binoculars if you have them. The pace & focus of Beginner Trips may not be satisfying for experienced birders. Our Beginner Trips focus on teaching identification skills\, learning new habitats\, and answering questions. Experienced birders are welcome but may be pressed into service as educators! \nCOVID-19 Policies and Procedures \nDue to the novel coronavirus pandemic\, the Rochester Birding Association is instituting the following procedures for all field trips. By registering for this field trip\, you acknowledge that you have read and will abide by these policies. \nRegistration Policies: \n\nAdvance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines for the allowable number of attendees at an outdoor gathering change frequently.  Exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis\, and they may be subject to change.\nIndividuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip.\nShould you decide not to attend the trip\, we encourage you to cancel your reservation to make room for others. Canceling is easily done through the Eventbrite website; see your confirmation email for details.7\n\nHealth Screening Considerations: \n\nFull contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested.\nNo one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend.\nNo one who has any COVID-19 symptoms (fever\, cough\, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing\, chills\, muscle pain\, sore throat\, or loss of taste or smell) should attend.\nNo one who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days or who has been instructed to self-isolate or quarantine should attend.\nNo one who has been in close (within 6 feet) or proximate (same closed environment\, but greater than 6 feet) contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or who has had symptoms of COVID-19 within the past 14 days\, should attend.\nNo one who has traveled or who lives with someone who has traveled to a country or state on the New York coronavirus travel advisory list in the last 14 days should attend.\nParticipants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA.\n\nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n\nParticipants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car.\nParticipants that reside in the same household may share binoculars or scopes\, but we regret that otherwise optics cannot be shared. We realize this may be frustrating for those who do not have their own spotting scopes. To the extent possible\, we will choose birding locations that do not require advanced optics.\nParticipants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact.\n\nWaive and Release from Liability: By registering for this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event\, including potential exposure to the novel coronavirus. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, check the appropriate box on the registration form. Otherwise\, by registering for this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name and for any lawful purpose including for example such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/beginner-trip-charlotte-badgerow-park-5-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Charlotte / Ontario Beach Park\, Charlotte Park\, 4800 Lake Avenue\, Rochester\, NY\, 14613\, United States CATEGORIES:Beginner Field Trips,Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:43.2581048;-77.6087033 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Charlotte / Ontario Beach Park Charlotte Park 4800 Lake Avenue Rochester NY 14613 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Charlotte Park\, 4800 Lake Avenue:geo:-77.6087033,43.2581048 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210911T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210911T103000 DTSTAMP:20260408T084118 CREATED:20201229T220736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201229T220736Z UID:10000389-1631347200-1631356200@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:New! Whiting Road Nature Preserve Field Trip - Registration Opens September 4\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:This preserve includes about 240 acres of land that is made up of a variety of birding habitats.  This results in decent birding lists throughout the year.  The trails are well marked and maintained.  However\, they do get muddy at times\, so appropriate footwear is recommended based on the weather leading up to the trip date.  Most of the trails are somewhat flat\, but there definitely will be a bit of up and down trail climbing in some sections.  Hopefully\, our trek will take us on parts of the blue\, brown\, orange\, and red trails. \nThis trip is not handicap accessible. Moderate difficulty in a few spots. Length about 2.5 miles. Restrooms are not available. \nWe will meet at 8:00 a.m. in the parking lot on Whiting Road in Webster\, 0.6 miles south of Lake Road. \nCOVID-19 Policies and Procedures \nDue to the novel coronavirus pandemic\, the Rochester Birding Association is instituting the following procedures for all field trips. By registering for this field trip\, you acknowledge that you have read and will abide by these policies. \nRegistration Policies: \n\nAdvance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines for the allowable number of attendees at an outdoor gathering change frequently.  Exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis\, and they may be subject to change.\nIndividuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip.\nShould you decide not to attend the trip\, we encourage you to cancel your reservation to make room for others. Canceling is easily done through the Eventbrite website; see your confirmation email for details.\n\nHealth Screening Considerations: \n\nFull contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested.\nNo one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend.\nNo one who has any COVID-19 symptoms (fever\, cough\, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing\, chills\, muscle pain\, sore throat\, or loss of taste or smell) should attend.\nNo one who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days or who has been instructed to self-isolate or quarantine should attend.\nNo one who has been in close (within 6 feet) or proximate (same closed environment\, but greater than 6 feet) contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or who has had symptoms of COVID-19 within the past 14 days\, should attend.\nNo one who has traveled or who lives with someone who has traveled to a country or state on the New York coronavirus travel advisory list in the last 14 days should attend.\nParticipants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA.\n\nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n\nParticipants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car.\nParticipants that reside in the same household may share binoculars or scopes\, but we regret that otherwise optics cannot be shared. We realize this may be frustrating for those who do not have their own spotting scopes. To the extent possible\, we will choose birding locations that do not require advanced optics.\nParticipants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact.\n\nWaive and Release from Liability: By registering for this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event\, including potential exposure to the novel coronavirus. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, check the appropriate box on the registration form. Otherwise\, by registering for this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name and for any lawful purpose including for example such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/new-whiting-road-nature-preserve-2/ LOCATION:Whiting Road Preserve\, 403 Whiting Road\, Webster\, NY\, 14580\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:43.248124;-77.470175 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Whiting Road Preserve 403 Whiting Road Webster NY 14580 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=403 Whiting Road:geo:-77.470175,43.248124 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210912T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210912T110000 DTSTAMP:20260408T084118 CREATED:20201229T221200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201229T221200Z UID:10000390-1631433600-1631444400@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Durand-Eastman Park Field Trip - Registration Opens September 5\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:We’ll be looking for thrushes and other migrants.  Durand can be surprising this time of year.  This will be an easy 2-3 hour walk along paved roads. \nThis trip is wheelchair accessible. Low difficulty—slight grade at one point. Length about 2.5 miles\, total. Restroom facilities are not available on this route\, but are in other areas of the park. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. in the Lake Shore Blvd. parking lot between Zoo Road and Log Cabin Road (Parking Lot D). \nCOVID-19 Policies and Procedures \nDue to the novel coronavirus pandemic\, the Rochester Birding Association is instituting the following procedures for all field trips. By registering for this field trip\, you acknowledge that you have read and will abide by these policies. \nRegistration Policies: \n\nAdvance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines for the allowable number of attendees at an outdoor gathering change frequently.  Exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis\, and they may be subject to change.\nIndividuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip.\nShould you decide not to attend the trip\, we encourage you to cancel your reservation to make room for others. Canceling is easily done through the Eventbrite website; see your confirmation email for details.\n\nHealth Screening Considerations: \n\nFull contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested.\nNo one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend.\nNo one who has any COVID-19 symptoms (fever\, cough\, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing\, chills\, muscle pain\, sore throat\, or loss of taste or smell) should attend.\nNo one who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days or who has been instructed to self-isolate or quarantine should attend.\nNo one who has been in close (within 6 feet) or proximate (same closed environment\, but greater than 6 feet) contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or who has had symptoms of COVID-19 within the past 14 days\, should attend.\nNo one who has traveled or who lives with someone who has traveled to a country or state on the New York coronavirus travel advisory list in the last 14 days should attend.\nParticipants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA.\n\nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n\nParticipants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car.\nParticipants that reside in the same household may share binoculars or scopes\, but we regret that otherwise optics cannot be shared. We realize this may be frustrating for those who do not have their own spotting scopes. To the extent possible\, we will choose birding locations that do not require advanced optics.\nParticipants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact.\n\nWaive and Release from Liability: By registering for this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event\, including potential exposure to the novel coronavirus. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, check the appropriate box on the registration form. Otherwise\, by registering for this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name and for any lawful purpose including for example such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/durand-eastman-park-field-trip-9-2-2/ LOCATION:Durand Eastman Park\, Lakeshore Boulevard\, Rochester\, NY\, 14620\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:43.2422509;-77.5782642 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Durand Eastman Park Lakeshore Boulevard Rochester NY 14620 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Lakeshore Boulevard:geo:-77.5782642,43.2422509 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210918T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210918T153000 DTSTAMP:20260408T084118 CREATED:20201229T221559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201229T221559Z UID:10000391-1631961000-1631979000@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge Field Trip - Registration Opens September 11\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:We’ll be looking for waterfowl and migrating shorebirds.  Expect to see herons\, eagles and possibly falcons. There will be a number of stops during this mostly driving trip. \nRestrooms may not be available at the Visitor Center. \nMeet at 10:30 a.m. at the Montezuma visitor center.  Pack a lunch.  Spotting scopes would be very useful. \nCOVID-19 Policies and Procedures \nDue to the novel coronavirus pandemic\, the Rochester Birding Association is instituting the following procedures for all field trips. By registering for this field trip\, you acknowledge that you have read and will abide by these policies. \nRegistration Policies: \n\nAdvance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines for the allowable number of attendees at an outdoor gathering change frequently.  Exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis\, and they may be subject to change.\nIndividuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip.\nShould you decide not to attend the trip\, we encourage you to cancel your reservation to make room for others. Canceling is easily done through the Eventbrite website; see your confirmation email for details.\n\nHealth Screening Considerations: \n\nFull contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested.\nNo one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend.\nNo one who has any COVID-19 symptoms (fever\, cough\, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing\, chills\, muscle pain\, sore throat\, or loss of taste or smell) should attend.\nNo one who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days or who has been instructed to self-isolate or quarantine should attend.\nNo one who has been in close (within 6 feet) or proximate (same closed environment\, but greater than 6 feet) contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or who has had symptoms of COVID-19 within the past 14 days\, should attend.\nNo one who has traveled or who lives with someone who has traveled to a country or state on the New York coronavirus travel advisory list in the last 14 days should attend.\nParticipants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA.\n\nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n\nParticipants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car.\nParticipants that reside in the same household may share binoculars or scopes\, but we regret that otherwise optics cannot be shared. We realize this may be frustrating for those who do not have their own spotting scopes. To the extent possible\, we will choose birding locations that do not require advanced optics.\nParticipants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact.\n\nWaive and Release from Liability: By registering for this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event\, including potential exposure to the novel coronavirus. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, check the appropriate box on the registration form. Otherwise\, by registering for this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name and for any lawful purpose including for example such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/montezuma-national-wildlife-refuge-field-trip-12-2-3-2-2/ LOCATION:Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge\, Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge\, Seneca Falls\, NY\, 13148\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:42.9669513;-76.7406929 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge Seneca Falls NY 13148 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge:geo:-76.7406929,42.9669513 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210925T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210925T120000 DTSTAMP:20260408T084118 CREATED:20201229T221955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201229T221955Z UID:10000392-1632560400-1632571200@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Ganondagan State Historic Site - Registration Opens September 18\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:We will look for sparrows in the brush and other migrating birds near the parking area\, and then walk about 2 miles round trip on the wide trails through fields\, shrubland and woodlands to beautiful overlooks. \nThis trip is not wheelchair accessible. Moderate difficulty in spots–hills. Restroom facilities are available at the center. \nWe’ll meet at 9:00 a.m. in the main parking lot off County Road 41/Boughton Hill Road. The parking lot is situated below the new museum at 7000 County Road 41\, Victor\, NY 14564. (From Route 444 from Victor\, turn right at the blinking light onto Boughton Hill Road; the main parking lot will be on your right near the bottom of the hill.) \nCOVID-19 Policies and Procedures \nDue to the novel coronavirus pandemic\, the Rochester Birding Association is instituting the following procedures for all field trips. By registering for this field trip\, you acknowledge that you have read and will abide by these policies. \nRegistration Policies: \n\nAdvance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines for the allowable number of attendees at an outdoor gathering change frequently.  Exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis\, and they may be subject to change.\nIndividuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip.\nShould you decide not to attend the trip\, we encourage you to cancel your reservation to make room for others. Canceling is easily done through the Eventbrite website; see your confirmation email for details.\n\nHealth Screening Considerations: \n\nFull contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested.\nNo one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend.\nNo one who has any COVID-19 symptoms (fever\, cough\, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing\, chills\, muscle pain\, sore throat\, or loss of taste or smell) should attend.\nNo one who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days or who has been instructed to self-isolate or quarantine should attend.\nNo one who has been in close (within 6 feet) or proximate (same closed environment\, but greater than 6 feet) contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or who has had symptoms of COVID-19 within the past 14 days\, should attend.\nNo one who has traveled or who lives with someone who has traveled to a country or state on the New York coronavirus travel advisory list in the last 14 days should attend.\nParticipants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA.\n\nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n\nParticipants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car.\nParticipants that reside in the same household may share binoculars or scopes\, but we regret that otherwise optics cannot be shared. We realize this may be frustrating for those who do not have their own spotting scopes. To the extent possible\, we will choose birding locations that do not require advanced optics.\nParticipants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact.\n\nWaive and Release from Liability: By registering for this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event\, including potential exposure to the novel coronavirus. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, check the appropriate box on the registration form. Otherwise\, by registering for this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name and for any lawful purpose including for example such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/ganondagan-state-historic-site-2-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Ganondagan State Historic Site\, 1488 NY-444\, Victor\, NY\, 14564\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:42.961953;-77.412001 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Ganondagan State Historic Site 1488 NY-444 Victor NY 14564 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1488 NY-444:geo:-77.412001,42.961953 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210926T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210926T170000 DTSTAMP:20260408T084118 CREATED:20201229T222415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201229T222415Z UID:10000393-1632654000-1632675600@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge Field Trip - Registration Opens September 19\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:We’ll look for migrant ducks and various passerines in this “get to know Iroquois in autumn” trip.  This trip is a combination of driving and walking and includes a boardwalk\, forest trail\, and dirt road. \nNot wheelchair accessible in the forest trail. Low difficulty–flat. Length about 3.5 miles total\, walking. Port-a-john available about midway through trip. \nMeet at 11:00 a.m. at the Brockport Wegmans parking lot (restroom).  For those traveling from the west\, meet at the Upper Stafford Marsh Overlook near 5999 Albion Road\, Oakfield\, NY at 11:30 a.m. \nBring a lunch and beverages as this trip can go until sundown. Spotting scopes would be very useful. \nCOVID-19 Policies and Procedures \nDue to the novel coronavirus pandemic\, the Rochester Birding Association is instituting the following procedures for all field trips. By registering for this field trip\, you acknowledge that you have read and will abide by these policies. \nRegistration Policies: \n\nAdvance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines for the allowable number of attendees at an outdoor gathering change frequently.  Exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis\, and they may be subject to change.\nIndividuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip.\nShould you decide not to attend the trip\, we encourage you to cancel your reservation to make room for others. Canceling is easily done through the Eventbrite website; see your confirmation email for details.\n\nHealth Screening Considerations: \n\nFull contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested.\nNo one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend.\nNo one who has any COVID-19 symptoms (fever\, cough\, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing\, chills\, muscle pain\, sore throat\, or loss of taste or smell) should attend.\nNo one who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days or who has been instructed to self-isolate or quarantine should attend.\nNo one who has been in close (within 6 feet) or proximate (same closed environment\, but greater than 6 feet) contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or who has had symptoms of COVID-19 within the past 14 days\, should attend.\nNo one who has traveled or who lives with someone who has traveled to a country or state on the New York coronavirus travel advisory list in the last 14 days should attend.\nParticipants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA.\n\nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n\nParticipants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car.\nParticipants that reside in the same household may share binoculars or scopes\, but we regret that otherwise optics cannot be shared. We realize this may be frustrating for those who do not have their own spotting scopes. To the extent possible\, we will choose birding locations that do not require advanced optics.\nParticipants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact.\n\nWaive and Release from Liability: By registering for this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event\, including potential exposure to the novel coronavirus. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, check the appropriate box on the registration form. Otherwise\, by registering for this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name and for any lawful purpose including for example such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/iroquois-national-wildlife-refuge-field-trip-9-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge\, Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:43.1307605;-78.3728456 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge NY United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge:geo:-78.3728456,43.1307605 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211010T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211010T120000 DTSTAMP:20260408T084118 CREATED:20201229T222802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201229T222802Z UID:10000394-1633852800-1633867200@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Hamlin Beach State Park Field Trip - Registration Opens October 3\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:We’ll start off walking flat wooded and brushy areas of the park\, looking for thrushes\, sparrows\, and maybe a half-hardy warbler or two.  After that\, we’ll stop by the lake watch to view ducks on the water and in flight\, learning about the lake watch process.  Dress appropriately for cooler weather along the lake\, and wear comfortable footwear. \nRestroom facilities are available. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. in Hamlin Beach State Park\, Parking Lot 1. Spotting scopes would be very useful. \nCOVID-19 Policies and Procedures \nDue to the novel coronavirus pandemic\, the Rochester Birding Association is instituting the following procedures for all field trips. By registering for this field trip\, you acknowledge that you have read and will abide by these policies. \nRegistration Policies: \n\nAdvance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines for the allowable number of attendees at an outdoor gathering change frequently.  Exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis\, and they may be subject to change.\nIndividuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip.\nShould you decide not to attend the trip\, we encourage you to cancel your reservation to make room for others. Canceling is easily done through the Eventbrite website; see your confirmation email for details.\n\nHealth Screening Considerations: \n\nFull contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested.\nNo one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend.\nNo one who has any COVID-19 symptoms (fever\, cough\, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing\, chills\, muscle pain\, sore throat\, or loss of taste or smell) should attend.\nNo one who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days or who has been instructed to self-isolate or quarantine should attend.\nNo one who has been in close (within 6 feet) or proximate (same closed environment\, but greater than 6 feet) contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or who has had symptoms of COVID-19 within the past 14 days\, should attend.\nNo one who has traveled or who lives with someone who has traveled to a country or state on the New York coronavirus travel advisory list in the last 14 days should attend.\nParticipants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA.\n\nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n\nParticipants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car.\nParticipants that reside in the same household may share binoculars or scopes\, but we regret that otherwise optics cannot be shared. We realize this may be frustrating for those who do not have their own spotting scopes. To the extent possible\, we will choose birding locations that do not require advanced optics.\nParticipants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact.\n\nWaive and Release from Liability: By registering for this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event\, including potential exposure to the novel coronavirus. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, check the appropriate box on the registration form. Otherwise\, by registering for this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name and for any lawful purpose including for example such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/hamlin-beach-state-park-field-trip-8-2-2-2/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211016T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211016T130000 DTSTAMP:20260408T084118 CREATED:20201229T223324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201229T223324Z UID:10000395-1634374800-1634389200@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Batavia Wastewater Treatment Plant Field Trip - Registration Opens October 9\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:Why a wastewater treatment plant?  Open water and a great location mean that this spot appears regularly on fall birding lists.  We will drive on the banks of the ponds\, getting out wherever the birds are congregating.  Discover the great opportunity this spot (and its helpful staff) offers. \nRestrooms might be available at the plant offices. \nMeet at 9:00 a.m. at the wastewater treatment plant at the end of Industrial Blvd.\, which is off Pearl Street (Route 33) at the western edge of the city of Batavia.  From the NYS Thruway (I-90) at Batavia\, exit 48\, go south on Route 98 into the city of Batavia.  At the second light (candy store)\, make a right turn onto Oak Street\, which is Route 33.  Continue on Rt. 33 west approximately 0.5 miles to Industrial Blvd. and make a left.  Proceed south past the railroad tracks and straight up the hill and through the open gates to the entrance building of the treatment plant (first building on your left).  Or\, from Rochester\, take I-490 W\, to Exit 2 (Route 33 west).  Follow Route 33 west through Batavia; turn left onto Oak Street (Route 33)\, stay right at roundabout\, continue on Route 33\, 0.5 miles to Industrial Blvd.\, turn left.  Continue straight across the railroad tracks and up the hill.  Turn left into the parking lot of the offices. \nIf COVID guidelines allow\, we will carpool from the plant offices. Spotting scopes would be very useful. \nCOVID-19 Policies and Procedures \nDue to the novel coronavirus pandemic\, the Rochester Birding Association is instituting the following procedures for all field trips. By registering for this field trip\, you acknowledge that you have read and will abide by these policies. \nRegistration Policies: \n\nAdvance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines for the allowable number of attendees at an outdoor gathering change frequently.  Exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis\, and they may be subject to change.\nIndividuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip.\nShould you decide not to attend the trip\, we encourage you to cancel your reservation to make room for others. Canceling is easily done through the Eventbrite website; see your confirmation email for details.\n\nHealth Screening Considerations: \n\nFull contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested.\nNo one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend.\nNo one who has any COVID-19 symptoms (fever\, cough\, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing\, chills\, muscle pain\, sore throat\, or loss of taste or smell) should attend.\nNo one who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days or who has been instructed to self-isolate or quarantine should attend.\nNo one who has been in close (within 6 feet) or proximate (same closed environment\, but greater than 6 feet) contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or who has had symptoms of COVID-19 within the past 14 days\, should attend.\nNo one who has traveled or who lives with someone who has traveled to a country or state on the New York coronavirus travel advisory list in the last 14 days should attend.\nParticipants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA.\n\nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n\nParticipants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car.\nParticipants that reside in the same household may share binoculars or scopes\, but we regret that otherwise optics cannot be shared. We realize this may be frustrating for those who do not have their own spotting scopes. To the extent possible\, we will choose birding locations that do not require advanced optics.\nParticipants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact.\n\nWaive and Release from Liability: By registering for this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event\, including potential exposure to the novel coronavirus. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, check the appropriate box on the registration form. Otherwise\, by registering for this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name and for any lawful purpose including for example such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/batavia-wastewater-treatment-plant-field-trip-5-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Batavia Wastewater Treatment Plant\, 9 Treadeasy Ave\, Batavia\, NY\, 14020\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:42.9933374;-78.2046623 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Batavia Wastewater Treatment Plant 9 Treadeasy Ave Batavia NY 14020 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=9 Treadeasy Ave:geo:-78.2046623,42.9933374 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR