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SUMMARY:Durand-Eastman Park
DESCRIPTION:Hermit Thrushes\, Kinglets and lingering migrants are possible. We will walk a section of Horseshoe Road\, then drive over to Log Cabin Road where we will walk the non-motor vehicle section and parts of Zoo Road. Steady moderate grades at sections. Length about 2.5 miles\, total. \nRestrooms are available on Log Cabin Road. \nMeet at 9:00 a.m. in Parking Lot D on the north side of Lake Shore Blvd. opposite Log Cabin Road. Please dress for the weather. \nLeader: Jeanne Verhulst 585-362-0803 and co-leaders Doug and Elizabeth Rabjohns 585-690-6296 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. 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\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending 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-3/
LOCATION:Durand Eastman Park\, Lakeshore Boulevard\, Rochester\, NY\, 14620\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Niagara River (Joint trip with the Buffalo Ornithological Society)
DESCRIPTION:The Niagara River area is famous for the variety and number of gulls in winter. Join us on our birding venture along the Niagara River in both the US and Canada. We will start at Lake Ontario and work our way south to the Falls. Our focus will be on waterfowl and gulls\, including Bonaparte’s Gull and Little Gull\, with possible late migrating Common Tern\, with additional stops for Red-headed Woodpecker\, Black Vulture and late migrating passerines. This is a joint trip with the Buffalo Ornithological Society. \nMeet at 9:00 a.m. at the large parking lot next to the swimming pool of Fort Niagara State Park Beach\, 1 Scott Avenue\, Rt. 18F\, Youngstown\, NY.  Bring beverages and lunch for this is an all day trip. We will be crossing into Canada\, carpooling would be very helpful. \nParticipants MUST bring passports or Enhanced Driver’s licenses. Dress warmly and in layers. Spotting scopes and FRS radios would be very helpful. \nLeaders:  Tom O’Donnell of the Buffalo Ornithological Society (BOS) 716-622-5185 or tmodonnell@roadrunner.com and Neal Reilly 518-256-9147 and co-leader Cathy Ballard 585-322-2621 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. 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\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending 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/niagara-river-joint-trip-with-the-buffalo-ornithological-society-2/
LOCATION:Niagara River\, Old Fort Niagara\, Youngstown\, NY\, 14174\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Conesus Lake Area
DESCRIPTION:We’ll be looking for Tundra Swans\, Canvasback\, Redhead and other waterfowl. This trip is a combination of driving\, stopping at overlooks and short walks on mostly level dirt trails and dikes. Length is about 1.5 mile walking. \nDress warmly and in layers. Restrooms are available at Vitale Park only. \nMeet at 8:00 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 20A and across the street from Smith’s Hardware. Spotting scopes would be very useful. \nLeader: Jim Kimball 585-519-9211 and co-leaders Nick Kachala 585-750-5536 and Andrew Consler 585-991-2154 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. 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\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending 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-lake-area-3/
LOCATION:Conesus Lake Area\, Vitale Park\, Big Tree Road\, NY\, 14480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Beginner Birder Trip – Nations Road
DESCRIPTION:Sharpen your skills on wintering hawks and Short-eared Owls. Other wintering birds such as Horned Larks\, Snow Buntings\, and Lapland Longspurs are often present. This trip is a combination of driving and viewing at stops along roads. Length about .5 mile walking along the road. \nRestroom facilities are not available except at Tops. Bring binoculars. \nMeet at 2:00 p.m. at the Tops Plaza in Avon on Routes 5 and 20\, 2 miles west of I-390. If possible\, carpooling strongly advised. Dress warmly and in layers. Spotting scopes and FRS radios would be very useful. \nLeaders:  Niki Banke 585-317-3751 and Robert Crandall 585-278-3455 \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 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. 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\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending 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-birder-trip-nations-road-2/
LOCATION:Nations Road\, 2658-2682 Nations Rd\, Avon\, NY\, 14414\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginner Field Trips,Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Irondequoit Bay Outlet and Durand-Eastman Park – Year List Jump-Start
DESCRIPTION:Get started on your annual list!  We’ll look for winter waterfowl on the Bay then move to Durand-Eastman Park where we will stroll Log Cabin Road and Zoo Road looking for finches\, waxwings\, and resident birds. This trip is mostly on paved roads. No restrooms available. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. in the large parking lot next to the Outlet bridge\, on the west side of Irondequoit Bay Outlet (Irondequoit Bay State Marine Park). Dress warmly! Spotting scopes would be very useful. \nLeaders: Norma Platt and John Boettcher 585-671-9639 \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. 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\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending 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/irondequoit-bay-outlet-and-durand-eastman-park-year-list-jump-start-3/
LOCATION:Irondequoit Bay Outlet\, 5000 Culver Road\, Rochester\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250104T080000
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SUMMARY:Webster Park – Campground Area
DESCRIPTION:In mature forest and scrubby areas we’ll look for overwintering resident birds\, lingering migrants such as Hermit Thrush and special winter visitors such as Evening and Pine Grosbeaks\, White-winged and Red Crossbills and Bohemian Waxwings. This is a mostly level walk\, partly on dirt road\, partly on wooded dirt trail that can be uneven in places. Wear boots with good traction\, and dress warmly as we may be outside for 2-3 hours\, although you are free to leave at any time. Trip length will depend upon trail and weather conditions. No rest rooms available. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. in the parking lot on the south side of Lake Road across from Kanatota Lodge. \nLeaders: Rosemary Reilly 585-748-0802 and co-leader Pat Martin 585-301-5485 \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. 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\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending 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/webster-park-campground-area-3/
LOCATION:Webster Park – Campground Area\, 1034 Lake Road\, Webster\, NY\, 14580\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250111T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250111T123000
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SUMMARY:Beginner Birder Trip – Mendon Ponds Park Songbird Trail
DESCRIPTION:This trip will be a leisurely winter walk along rolling trails (approx. 1.5 miles) featuring some very close looks at our winter passerines!  Bring your binoculars\, some sunflower seeds\, and your camera!  This is a family-friendly field trip. \nMeet at 9:30 a.m. at the visitor center on Pond Road near Clover Street. Restroom is available at the visitor center or port-a-john. \nLeader: John Boettcher 585-671-9639 and co-leader Ann McMican 585-533-1222 \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 \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. 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\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending 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-birder-trip-mendon-ponds-park-songbird-trail-6/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Beginner Field Trips,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250119T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250119T170000
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SUMMARY:Nations Road Area
DESCRIPTION:We’ll search Nations Road area of Avon and southward toward Geneseo to Huston Road\, looking for Northern Shrikes\, hawks\, Snow Buntings\, Horned Larks\, and other birds of the fields and farmland in winter. We’ll be mostly driving\, but will be getting out of the car at frequent stops along the road. Dress for the weather. \nMeet at 2:00 p.m. at Tops Plaza (restroom) in Avon on Routes 5 and 20\, two miles west of I-390. Please carpool from Tops\, if possible! Spotting scopes would be very useful. \nLeaders: Jim Kimball 585-519-9211 and co-leader Rick Stevens 585-425-7849 \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. 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\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending 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/nations-road-area-2/
LOCATION:Nations Road\, 2658-2682 Nations Rd\, Avon\, NY\, 14414\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250126T090000
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SUMMARY:Lakeshore Plains West
DESCRIPTION:A driving tour of the farm fields and open lands to the west of Rochester\, this trip will search for Horned Larks\, Snow Buntings\, Lapland Longspurs\, Northern Shrikes\, falcons (possible Merlin or Peregrine) and hawks (hoping for Rough-legged and Northern Harriers) in western Monroe and possibly into Orleans County. Dress warmly in layers; bring snacks (lunch if you wish to continue on into the early afternoon with us) and a thermos filled with a warm beverage. We will drive along backcountry roads for a few hours\, stopping where we see bird activity. No restrooms available until we reach Hamlin Beach SP. \nMeet at 9:00 a.m. at the Braddock Bay Park main parking lot. Use the East Manitou Road exit from the Ontario State Parkway. Plan on coordinating carpooling\, if possible\, as this is a driving tour. Fewer cars are better as we pull over on roads potentially with snow banks. Bring your own FRS radios and spotting scopes\, if you have them. \nLeader: Lynn Bergmeyer 585-576-0422 and co-leader Robert Buckert 585-269-4206 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. 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\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending 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/lakeshore-plains-west-3/
LOCATION:Braddock Bay Park\, 199 East Manitou Road\, Greece\, NY\, 14612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250209T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250209T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T091554
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SUMMARY:Winter Waterfowl and Other Possibilities
DESCRIPTION:Starting at Irondequoit Bay Outlet\, we will look for beautiful Long-tailed Ducks\, mergansers\, scaup and other ducks. We will also concentrate on locating wintering gulls like the occasional Lesser Black-backed\, Iceland and Glaucous Gulls. We will then drive over to Summerville and Charlotte to see what might be in the Genesee River. If Redpolls or winter finches are being seen\, we will stop at Durand-Eastman Park along the way. Walking is flat on pavement. Restrooms are available in the Charlotte area. \nMeet at 9:00 a.m. in the large parking lot next to the Outlet bridge on the west side of Irondequoit Bay Outlet (Irondequoit Bay State Marine Park). Dress for the weather. Spotting scopes would be useful. \nLeader: Lynn Bergmeyer 585-576-0422 and co-leader Robert Buckert 585-269-4206 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. 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\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending 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/winter-waterfowl-and-other-possibilities-2/
LOCATION:Irondequoit Bay Outlet\, 5000 Culver Road\, Rochester\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T091554
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T040238Z
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SUMMARY:Hamlin Beach State Park
DESCRIPTION:We will gather at Braddock Bay Park and drive to Hamlin Beach State Park where we will look for waterfowl. On the way there\, we will look through fields for migrant waterfowl (Snow\, or other rarely seen geese) and lingering winter field birds (Horned Larks\, Snow Buntings or Lapland Longspurs). We may stop at Owl Woods in search of migrating owls\, if they have been reported that morning. We will end back at the Braddock Bay Park Hawk Watch in hopes of spotting Rough-legged\, Red-shouldered Hawks\, and Bald Eagles. Dress warmly\, as we will be out of the cars often at multiple locations—the lakeshore can be cold this time of year. Trails are flat but can be muddy/snowy. Waterproof boots strongly recommended. Restrooms are available at Hamlin Beach only. \nMeet at 9:00 a.m. at the Braddock Bay Park main parking lot. Use the East Manitou Road exit from the Ontario State Parkway. Bring your own FRS radios and spotting scopes\, if you have them. \nLeader: Mike Tetlow 585-748-5838 and co-leader Lynn Bergmeyer 585-576-0422 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. 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\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending 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-5/
LOCATION:Hamlin Beach State Park\, 1 Camp Hill Road\, Hamlin\, NY\, 14464\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T091554
CREATED:20241115T171445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T171445Z
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SUMMARY:Beginner Birder Trip - Owl Woods & Hawk Watch Site
DESCRIPTION:We’ll look primarily for our smallest visiting owl\, the Northern Saw-whet\, which returns to this spot on a yearly basis. Long-eared Owls generally put in an appearance\, too\, although they’re quite shy and great at hiding. After the owl walk\, we’ll head to the Braddock Bay Park Hawk Watch site to learn how to identify raptors on the wing. At this time of year\, we might witness spectacular flights of thousands of raptors!  The Owl Woods trails are flat and likely will be wet and muddy. Boots are strongly recommended–they’re almost mandatory! No restrooms available. Bring binoculars and\, if you have them\, spotting scopes. \nMeet at 8:30 a.m. in the parking lot on the right side of Manitou Beach Road across from the Owl Woods trailhead. \nLeader: Liz Magnanti 585-748-0309 and co-leaders Doug and Elizabeth Rabjohns 585-690-6296 \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 \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. 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\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending 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-birder-trip-owl-woods-hawk-watch-site-5/
LOCATION:Owl Woods\, 349 Manitou Beach Road\, Rochester\, NY\, 14468\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginner Field Trips,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T091554
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SUMMARY:Lake Shore Marshes East Wildlife Management Area
DESCRIPTION:This extensive driving tour of the large natural area to our northeast always turns up some great birds!  We’ll look for unusual ducks\, late winter birds\, and interesting migrants like Fox Sparrows. One portion of the trip is walking on a wide\, mainly flat\, sometimes muddy\, trail. Bring a snack to munch on to keep your energy up\, and dress for the weather! Restrooms are available at Sodus Point Park and Chimney Bluffs State Park. \nMeet at 7:30 a.m. in Webster Plaza at the junction of Route 404 and Hard Road near Starbucks. Spotting scopes would be very useful. \nLeader: Kinsley Whittum 585-872-7334 and co-leader Christina Hoh 973-224-7009 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. 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\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending 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/lake-shore-marshes-east-wildlife-management-area-3/
LOCATION:Webster Plaza near Starbuck’s\, 994 Hard Road\, Webster\, NY\, 14580\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T210000
DTSTAMP:20260409T091554
CREATED:20241121T212758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T212758Z
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SUMMARY:Woodcock Courtship Flight at Owl Woods
DESCRIPTION:This will be an evening trip for woodcock courtship flight. If you’ve never seen this spectacle\, prepare to be amazed: birds call noisily (peenting) from the ground in grassy fields before spiraling rapidly up high\, making twittering\, kissing-like sounds at the apex of their ascent and descending silently back down\, only to start the cycle anew. An amazing sight! \nFields may be wet and muddy. Boots are strongly recommended. Bring a flashlight or headlamp. \nMeet at 7:00 p.m. in the parking lot across from Owl Woods. Take the Manitou Beach Road exit from Ontario State Parkway. Turn north then right into the parking lot. \nLeader: Neal Reilly 518-256-9147 and co-leader Robert Buckert 585-269-4206 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. 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\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending 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/woodcock-courtship-flight-at-owl-woods-3/
LOCATION:Owl Woods\, 349 Manitou Beach Road\, Rochester\, NY\, 14468\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T091554
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T212923Z
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SUMMARY:High Acres Nature Area
DESCRIPTION:Over 130 bird species have been observed at HANA including more than 70 that nest in the diverse habitats found there. During this field trip we expect to see at least 40 species returning to nest or on their way to northern nesting grounds. Our approximately two-mile walk over mostly flat trails will explore about 250 acres at HANA and include some wet spots requiring at least ankle-high waterproof shoes or boots. No restrooms available. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. at the parking lot on Perinton Parkway approximately 1/4 mile east of the Waste Management offices. \nLeader: Rosemary Reilly 585-748-0802 and co-leaders Brian Rohrs and Gayle Lazoration 585-281-9534 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. 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\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending 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/high-acres-nature-area-4/
LOCATION:High Acres Nature Area (HANA)\, 425 Perinton Parkway\, Fairport\, NY\, 14450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T091554
CREATED:20241121T213110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T040807Z
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SUMMARY:Highland Park - A joint trip with the Highland Park Conservancy
DESCRIPTION:We’ll be looking for spring migrants while enjoying lovely flora. This walk would be gorgeous even without the birds\, but it does have birds in abundance!  Find out where people have spotted the rarities that pop up in this urban treasure. Dress for the weather. We will be mostly walking on paved walkways with gentle hills; walking in grass\, a possibility. No restrooms available. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. on Reservoir Avenue in front of the Conservatory building. \nLeader: Jeanne Verhulst 585-362-0803 and co-leader Amy Kahn 585-310-2330 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. 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\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending 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/highland-park-a-joint-trip-with-the-highland-park-conservancy/
LOCATION:Highland Park\, Reservoir Avenue\, Rochester\, NY\, 14620\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T091554
CREATED:20241121T213259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T213259Z
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SUMMARY:Braddock Bay Hotspots—Braddock Bay Park\, East Spit\, Burger Park\, West Spit\, Owl Woods
DESCRIPTION:Locations to be determined based on where the birds are at the time. The trip will end at the Braddock Bay Park where Bird of Prey Days will be in full swing. Carpooling is encouraged. Dress for the weather and muddy trails. \nMeet at 8:30 a.m. at the Braddock Bay Park main parking lot. \nLeader:  Neal Reilly 518-256-9147 and co-leader Robert Crandall 585-278-3455 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. 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\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending 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/braddock-bay-hotspots-braddock-bay-park-east-spit-burger-park-west-spit-owl-woods/
LOCATION:Braddock Bay Park\, 199 East Manitou Road\, Greece\, NY\, 14612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T091554
CREATED:20241121T213421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T041009Z
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SUMMARY:Four Mile Creek Preserve\, Webster
DESCRIPTION:We will look for spring migrants along the approximately 2 to 3 miles of gently rolling hiking trails. The trails will most likely be muddy\, so appropriate footwear is recommended. No restrooms available. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. in the preserve parking lot at the SE corner of Lake Road and Phillips Road in Webster. \nLeader: Christina Hoh 973-224-7009 and co-leaders Sheryl Gracewski and Tom Nash 585-261-6975 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. 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\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending 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/four-mile-creek-preserve-webster-3/
LOCATION:Four Mile Creek Preserve\, Phillips & Lake Road\, Webster\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T091554
CREATED:20241121T213532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T041216Z
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SUMMARY:Cobb's Hill Park
DESCRIPTION:With spring in full swing\, come to one of Rochester’s best-kept birding secrets: Cobb’s Hill Park’s Washington Grove. Colorful warblers and other spring migrants arrive en masse at this urban oasis of tall stately trees. We will search for Yellow-rumped\, Black-throated Blue\, Black-throated Green\, Nashville\, and Black-and-white 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. The entrances into the grove have two short steep trails the main trails are gentle hills. No restrooms available. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. under the conifers opposite the reservoir at the flat section of Reservoir Road. Access to Reservoir Road is from Highland Avenue. Look for two stone pillars at the road entrance; the road goes up a hill. (DO NOT use the Nunda Blvd. entrance to Washington Grove). \nLeaders: Tom and Jeanne Verhulst 585-362-0803\, Sue Robertson 585-427-2535 and Pat Martin 585-301-5485  \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. 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\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending 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/cobbs-hill-park-3/
LOCATION:Cobbs Hill Park\, Culver Road and Norris Drive\, Rochester\, NY\, 14610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Beginner Birder Trip – Lakeshore Warbler Hotspots
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 their distinctive behaviors to enhance identification skills with these fast-moving beauties. Though flat\, trails may be very muddy. Waterproof boots are strongly recommended! Dress for the weather and bring binoculars. No restrooms available. \nMeet at 7:30 a.m. at the parking lot behind Lakeview Community Church\, 30 Long Pond Road\, Rochester\, NY 14612 (near Edgemere Drive). \nLeaders: Sheryl Gracewski and Tom Nash 585-261-6975\, Lynn Bergmeyer 585-576-0422 and co-leader Ann McMican 585-533-1222 \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 \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. 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\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending 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-birder-trip-lakeshore-warbler-hotspots-5/
LOCATION:Lakeview Community Church\, 30 Long Pond Rd\, Greece\, NY\, 14612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginner Field Trips,Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Braddock Bay Hawk Lookout
DESCRIPTION:This trip is for the spring hawk flight and migrating songbirds. We will be working to identify distant raptors and meet some great new people\, too! This requires a short walk across grass to the viewing platform. Port-a-John may be available. \nMeet at 9:30 a.m. at the Braddock Bay Park main parking lot. Use the East Manitou Road exit from the Ontario State Parkway. Spotting scopes would be very useful. \nLeaders: Mike Tetlow 585-748-5838 and Neal Reilly 518-256-9147 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. 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\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending 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/braddock-bay-hawk-lookout-3/
LOCATION:Braddock Bay Park\, 199 East Manitou Road\, Greece\, NY\, 14612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T120000
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SUMMARY:Beechwood State Park and Olga Fleisher Wildlife Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Beechwood State Park is on the shoreline of Lake Ontario in Wayne County and should attract warblers\, vireos\, thrushes and other migrants. The Beechwood trip will involve about two miles of walking over mostly level ground (Port-a-john available) and will last until about noon. Bring lunch if you plan to attend the second part of the trip to the Olga Fleisher Preserve (known locally as Huckleberry Swamp)\, a bottomland forest and wetland. Huckleberry has both boardwalk and flat forest trails. (No restroom.) \nMeet at 7:00 a.m. in the Webster Park east parking lot (with Port-a-john and playground) on Holt Road\, just before Lake Road\, or at 7:30 a.m. at B. Forman Park\, 4507 Lake Road\, Pultneyville\, 14538 (Port-a-john). We will continue to Beechwood from there. If coming from the east\, meet at about 8:00 a.m. at Beechwood’s main parking area (Gates Road on Google maps) on the north side of Lake Road\, near Maxwell Road\, (not at the Salmon Creek area parking). \nLeader: Jim Wood 585-967-8687 and co-leader Neal Reilly 518-256-9147 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. 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\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending 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/beechwood-state-park-and-olga-fleisher-wildlife-preserve-3/
LOCATION:Beechwood State Park\, Campground\, Sodus\, NY\, 14551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250506T120000
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SUMMARY:Ontario Pathways (Flint Creek section)
DESCRIPTION:We’ll look for warblers and other spring migrants along this 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\, dress accordingly! This is a level grade\, easy-to-walk\, linear trail\, 1.6 miles in and 1.6 miles back out. No restrooms available. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. at the trailhead. It is on the south side of Rt. 96 just east of the Rt. 488 intersection. For anyone needing a bathroom before heading out on the trail\, there is a Byrne Dairy on the corner of Rts. 96 & 488. \nLeaders: Lynn Bergmeyer 585-576-0422 and Rosemary Reilly 585-748-0802 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. 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\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending 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/ontario-pathways-flint-creek-section-3/
LOCATION:Ontario Pathways\, 2011-2077 New York 96\, Clifton Springs\, NY\, 14432\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T120000
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SUMMARY:Whiting Road Nature Preserve
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 flat\, but there definitely will be a bit of up and down trail climbing in some sections. Our trek will take us on parts of the blue\, brown\, orange\, and red trails. Moderate difficulty in a few spots; length about 2.5 miles. No restrooms. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. in the parking lot on Whiting Road in Webster\, 0.6 miles south of Lake Road. \nLeaders: Candace Giles 585-281-1643 and co-leader Eunice Thein 585-746-2919 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. 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\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending 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/whiting-road-nature-preserve-3/
LOCATION:Whiting Road Preserve\, 403 Whiting Road\, Webster\, NY\, 14580\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T203000
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Evening Warblers
DESCRIPTION:Evenings can be a great time to bird\, and the trees surrounding Lakeview Community Church parking lot in Greece can hold a surprising number of warblers in Spring. Join us for some casual birding on Wednesday evenings. We might also check out Church Woods Trail or go across the street to Firehouse Woods. Rain or shine. Bring binoculars. The trails are flat\, but can be muddy. Dress for the weather\, and bring bug spray. No restrooms. \nMeet at 6:30 p.m. each Wednesday\, May 7\, 14\, 21\, and 28 Lakeview Community Church\, 30 Long Pond Road\, Rochester\, NY 14612. \nLeader: John Boettcher 585-671-9639 and/or others TBD \nPhoto:  Hooded Warbler by Nic Minetor
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/wednesday-evening-warblers-2/2025-05-07/
LOCATION:Lakeview Community Church\, 30 Long Pond Rd\, Greece\, NY\, 14612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T120000
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SUMMARY:Rush Riverside Refuge (in association with Rush Recreation and Parks Association)
DESCRIPTION:The town of Rush acquired acreage containing old-growth woods\, farm fields in various stages of succession\, and a mile of Genesee River frontage. Join us as we explore this birding spot. Trails may be wet and muddy\, waterproof shoes/boots are recommended. No restrooms available. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. at the former Monroe County Fair Site\, 6565 East River Rd\, Rush\, NY (43.012578\, -77.710672). From East River Road\, turn into the tree-lined entrance road (no name on Google Maps)\, stay straight; park and meet in front of the large barns. \nLeader:  Ann McMican 585-533-1222 and co-leaders Sue Robertson 585-427-2535\, Nick Kachala 585-750-5536 \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. 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\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending 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/rush-riverside-refuge-in-association-with-rush-recreation-and-parks-association-3/
LOCATION:Rush Riverside Refuge\, 250 Rush Scottsville Rd\,\, Rush\, NY\, 14543\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T120000
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SUMMARY:Manitou Beach Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Our trip to this lakeside treasure should rack up good numbers of warblers\, flycatchers\, and other spring arrivals. Owned by Genesee Land Trust\, 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! No restrooms available. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. at the entrance to the Preserve. Exit Ontario State Parkway at Manitou Beach Road (Route 261); turn north. Follow Manitou Beach Road until you see the Reserve sign on the right. Pull off pavement and park along the road on either side. \nLeader: Amy Kahn 585-310-2330 and co-leader Robert Crandall  585-278-3455 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. 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\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending 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/manitou-beach-preserve-3/
LOCATION:Manitou Beach Preserve\, Manitou Beach Preserve\, Manitou Beach Rd\, Hilton\, NY\, 14468\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250511T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250511T110000
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SUMMARY:Amy's Pond & Woodsmith -- Joint Genesee Land Trust / RBA Trip
DESCRIPTION:This is a field trip to the private property of Amanda Smith-Hatch 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! No restrooms available. \nMeet at 7:00 a.m. in the Webster Park east parking lot (with Port-a-john and playground) on Holt Road\, just before Lake Road\, or at Amy’s Pond at 7:30 a.m.\, 484 Lake Road\, Ontario\, NY\, about 1 mi east of County Line Road. Turn down the long driveway (on the south side of Lake Road). You will be guided where to park. \nLeaders: Sheryl Gracewski and Tom Nash 585-261-6975 and co-leader Kevin Farrell 585-748-6919 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. 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\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending 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/amys-pond-woodsmith-joint-genesee-land-trust-rba-trip/
LOCATION:Amy’s Ponds  – Genesee Land Trust and Conservation Easements\, 484 Lake Road\, Ontario\, NY\, 14519\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T073000
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SUMMARY:Oatka Creek Park
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. Port-a-john is available at the trailhead. \nMeet at 7:30 a.m. at the park entrance at the intersection of Quaker Road and Union Street in Garbutt. \nLeader: Nick Kachala 585-750-5536 and co-leader Bill Haake 585-755-8253  \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. 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\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending 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/oatka-creek-park-3/
LOCATION:Oatka Creek Park\, Quaker Road & Union Street\, Garbutt\, NY\, 14546\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T183000
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Evening Warblers
DESCRIPTION:Evenings can be a great time to bird\, and the trees surrounding Lakeview Community Church parking lot in Greece can hold a surprising number of warblers in Spring. Join us for some casual birding on Wednesday evenings. We might also check out Church Woods Trail or go across the street to Firehouse Woods. Rain or shine. Bring binoculars. The trails are flat\, but can be muddy. Dress for the weather\, and bring bug spray. No restrooms. \nMeet at 6:30 p.m. each Wednesday\, May 7\, 14\, 21\, and 28 Lakeview Community Church\, 30 Long Pond Road\, Rochester\, NY 14612. \nLeader: John Boettcher 585-671-9639 and/or others TBD \nPhoto:  Hooded Warbler by Nic Minetor
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/wednesday-evening-warblers-2/2025-05-14/
LOCATION:Lakeview Community Church\, 30 Long Pond Rd\, Greece\, NY\, 14612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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