BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Rochester Birding Association - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Rochester Birding Association 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:20190310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20191103T060000 END:STANDARD 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:20190310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20191103T090000 END:STANDARD 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:20210327T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210327T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T131838 CREATED:20201214T013518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201214T013518Z UID:10000359-1616833800-1616846400@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Beginner Birder Trip: Owl Woods & Hawk Watch Site - Registration Opens March 20\, 2021 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 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! \nThe 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 trail head \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-owl-woods-hawk-watch-site-2-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Owl Woods\, 349 Manitou Beach Road\, Rochester\, NY\, 14468\, United States CATEGORIES:Beginner Field Trips,Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:43.31826;-77.72589 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Owl Woods 349 Manitou Beach Road Rochester NY 14468 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=349 Manitou Beach Road:geo:-77.72589,43.31826 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210313T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210313T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T131838 CREATED:20201214T003828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201214T003828Z UID:10000358-1615620600-1615636800@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Lake Shore Marshes East Wildlife Management Area Field Trip - Registration Opens March 6\, 2021 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\, flat trail.  Bring a snack to munch on to keep your energy up\, and dress for the weather!  Restrooms available at Sodus Point 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. \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/lake-shore-marshes-east-wildlife-management-area-field-trip-4-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Lakeshore Marshes East Wildlife Management Area\, Broadway Road\, North Wolcott\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:43.2993626;-76.7815724 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lakeshore Marshes East Wildlife Management Area Broadway Road North Wolcott NY United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Broadway Road:geo:-76.7815724,43.2993626 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210311T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210311T210000 DTSTAMP:20260423T131838 CREATED:20210205T010809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210205T010809Z UID:10000401-1615489200-1615496400@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:March Meeting via Zoom!: Matt Young - "From Finches to FiRN (the Finch Research Network)" DESCRIPTION:This meeting will only be conducted via Zoom. A URL link to the meeting will be emailed out before the meeting. To participate\, you will need a laptop\, desk top computer\, cell phone or iPad or other device with an internet connection. You do not need to have a Zoom account\, the URL link will allow you to enter the “meeting” and hear and see the speaker and the presentation.  \nThe Zoom meeting link is below. The “meeting” room will be open 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the meeting to allow folks to chat with one another.  Join via webcam or call in to the phone number below: \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/86067311160 \nDial by your location\n+1 (646) 558-8656 US (New York) \nMeeting ID: 858 3935 2485 \nAt 7 pm the meeting will begin and everyone but the presenters will be muted. There will be time for Q&A after the talk. You will have a better viewing experience if you use “enter Full Screen” mode. If you are new to Zoom\, please visit Zoom Help Center: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/categories/200101697 for more information. \nMany area birders have been fortunate and delighted to observe Common Redpolls\, as well as a sprinkling of other winter finches this season; colorful visitors from the North. Want to learn more about them? Join us on Zoom Thursday\, March 11\, 2021 at 7 pm to hear:  “From Redpolls to Evening Grosbeaks to the distribution and ecology of different Red Crossbill flight calls.” Matthew Young\, President and Founder of the Finch Research Network\, will talk about these interesting and beautiful winter finches and what led to the formation of the Finch Research Network (FiRN). \nMatthew A. Young\, M.S \nMatt has been observing and enjoying nature since a very young age. He’s lived in Central New York the past 23 years and it was during this time when he really started studying everything from birds to orchids\, and bogs and fens. Matt received his B.S. in Water Resources with a minor in Meteorology from SUNY-Oneonta and his M.S. in Ornithology from the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry/Syracuse University in 2003. Matt did his masters research on avian diversity in restored wetlands of central New York at the Great Swamp Conservancy. He was a Regional Editor of the Kingbird for 10 years\, the state ornithological journal in New York\, was an Adjunct Professor in Environmental Studies at SUNY-Cortland\, and currently teaches an Intro to Birding class for Cornell University and is the Board Chair at The Wetland Trust. \nHe worked at the Cornell Lab across 15+ years where he did extensive fieldwork for the Lab’s Cerulean and Golden-winged Warblers atlas projects\, and was project lead on the Lab’s first Finch Irruptive Bird Survey for Bird Source in 1999. He was the Collections Management Leader/Audio Engineer at the Macaulay Library ~12 years where he edited sounds for several Merlin packs around the world in addition to being the lead audio engineer on guides: Songs of the Warblers of North America (Borror/Gunn)\, Audubon Society’s Voices of Hawaii’s Birds\, and the Cornell Lab’s Guides to Bird Sounds\, the North America Master and Essential Sets. He’s been a tour guide leader for Victor Emanuel Nature Tours\, written finch species accounts for breeding bird atlases and Birds of the World\, has published several papers about the Red Crossbill vocal complex\, and is the President and Founder of the Finch Research Network (FiRN).  E-mail: may6@cornell.edu or info@finchnetwork.org \n  \n  URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/december-meeting-tom-snyder-nature-zoos-and-conservation-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2/ CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings/Speakers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210214T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210214T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T131838 CREATED:20201214T003204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201214T003204Z UID:10000357-1613291400-1613304000@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Winter Waterfowl and Other Possibilities - Registration Opens February 7\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:We will look for Long-tailed Ducks\, mergansers\, scaup and others that may be present.  We will then drive over to Summerville and Charlotte to see what is in the river.  If crossbills and redpolls are being seen\, we may stop at Durand-Eastman Park on the way.  Flat walking on pavement or boardwalk.  Restrooms are available at Charlotte. \nMeet at 8:30 a.m. at the small north parking lot or in spots in front of the restroom building (closed) on the west side of Irondequoit Bay Outlet. (The large parking lot is currently closed off. \nDress for the weather. 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  \n  URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/beginner-birder-trip-irondequoit-bay-lakeshore-and-genesee-river-outlet-2-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Irondequoit Bay Outlet\, 5000 Culver Road\, Rochester\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:43.2345132;-77.5371364 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Irondequoit Bay Outlet 5000 Culver Road Rochester NY United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5000 Culver Road:geo:-77.5371364,43.2345132 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T210000 DTSTAMP:20260423T131838 CREATED:20210115T140537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210115T140537Z UID:10000400-1613070000-1613077200@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:February Meeting via Zoom!: Allan Strong - "Conserving Grassland Birds in Agricultural Landscapes" DESCRIPTION:This meeting will only be conducted via Zoom. A URL link to the meeting will be emailed out before the meeting. To participate\, you will need a laptop\, desk top computer\, cell phone or iPad or other device with an internet connection. You do not need to have a Zoom account\, the URL link will allow you to enter the “meeting” and hear and see the speaker and the presentation.  \nGrassland birds show some of the most dramatic population declines in North America as a result of habitat loss and intensive agricultural management. Allan Strong has studied Bobolinks and Savannah Sparrows in the dairy country of Vermont’s Champlain Valley since 2002. He will present some of his research results that have led to innovative conservation practices in the region that work to support grassland bird populations and maintain economic viability for landowners. \nAllan Strong is a Professor in the Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources at the University of Vermont. His research focuses on avian ecology and the factors that influence habitat quality. He has taught at the University of Vermont since 1999 after receiving his PhD from Tulane University. He grew up in the Rochester area and he comes back regularly to visit his Dad -(long-time RBA member\, David Strong) – and to bird. \n  \n  URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/december-meeting-tom-snyder-nature-zoos-and-conservation-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2/ CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings/Speakers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210131T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210131T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T131838 CREATED:20201206T003154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201206T003154Z UID:10000354-1612083600-1612098000@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Lakeshore Plains West Field Trip - Registration Opens January 24\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:A driving tour of the farm fields and open lands to the west of Rochester\, this trip will search for Snow Buntings\, Lapland Longspurs\, Northern Shrikes\, and hawks in the plains and country roads of western Monroe and Orleans Counties.  If the weather cooperates\, we may venture as far as Golden Hill State Park for a look at the lake and a short walk.  Dress warmly in layers; bring a snack and a thermos filled with cocoa.  We will drive along backcountry roads for a few hours\, stopping where we see bird activity.  Barring the possible walk at Golden Hill\, this trip should be handicapped-accessible. No restrooms available. \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. \nBring your own FRS radios and spotting scopes\, if you have them. \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 currently allow no more than 25 individuals at an outdoor gathering. All trips will be capped to meet that requirement\, and exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis.\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/lakeshore-plains-west-field-trip-4-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Braddock Bay Park\, 199 East Manitou Road\, Greece\, NY\, 14612\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:43.300935;-77.717263 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Braddock Bay Park 199 East Manitou Road Greece NY 14612 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=199 East Manitou Road:geo:-77.717263,43.300935 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210123T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210123T180000 DTSTAMP:20260423T131838 CREATED:20201206T002758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201206T002758Z UID:10000353-1611410400-1611424800@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Avon and Lima Rural Tour Field Trip - Registration Opens January 16\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:We’ll search the Nations Road area\, looking for Northern Shrikes\, hawks\, Snow Buntings\, and other birds of the fields and farmland in winter.  We’ll be mostly driving\, with frequent stops along the road.  If COVID-19 guidelines allow\, please carpool! \nMeet at 2:00 p.m. at Tops Plaza (restroom) in Avon on Routes 5 and 20\, two miles west of I-390.  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 currently allow no more than 25 individuals at an outdoor gathering. All trips will be capped to meet that requirement\, and exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis.\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/avon-and-lima-rural-tour-field-trip-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Nations Road\, 2658-2682 Nations Rd\, Avon\, NY\, 14414\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:42.8663712;-77.8132493 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Nations Road 2658-2682 Nations Rd Avon NY 14414 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2658-2682 Nations Rd:geo:-77.8132493,42.8663712 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210116T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210116T183000 DTSTAMP:20260423T131838 CREATED:20201205T141239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201205T141239Z UID:10000349-1610821800-1610821800@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:January Meeting via Zoom!: Laura Erickson - "The Love Lives of Birds" DESCRIPTION:Laura Erickson will talk about how courtship\, mating\, and parenting vary wildly among different birds\, from the lifelong devotion of American Crows to the dalliances of Eastern Bluebirds\, from Bald Eagles’ focus on home improvements to the female Ruby-throated Hummingbird’s Rosie the Riveter’s lifestyle. Come along on a romance-fueled romp through the love lives of several New York birds\, with illustrations from The Love Lives of Birds and photos from her Into the Nest: Intimate Views of the Courting\, Parenting and Family Lives of Birds. Laura weaves accurate scientific fact with humorous and insightful parallels between human and bird. \nLaura Erickson\, former science editor at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology\, is author of twelve books about birds\, a former wildlife rehabber who specialized on nighthawks\, and a columnist and contributing editor for BirdWatching magazine. In 1986\, Laura created “For the Birds\,” the longest-running radio program about birds in the United States. In 2014\, she was given the American Birding Association’s Roger Tory Peterson Award. To learn more about Laura\, please visit her website: lauraerickson.com. \n  \n  URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/december-meeting-tom-snyder-nature-zoos-and-conservation-2-2-3-2-2-2-2/ CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings/Speakers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210116T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210116T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T131838 CREATED:20201206T001914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201206T001914Z UID:10000352-1610789400-1610798400@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Beginner Birder Trip: Mendon Ponds Park Songbird Trail ***CANCELLED*** DESCRIPTION:This trip will be a leisurely winter walk along rolling trails (approx.1-1/2 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 available at the visitor center. \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-mendon-ponds-park-songbird-trail-3-2/ CATEGORIES:Beginner Field Trips,Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210109T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210109T110000 DTSTAMP:20260423T131838 CREATED:20201205T235719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201205T235719Z UID:10000351-1610179200-1610190000@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Webster Park - Campground Area Field Trip ***CANCELLED*** 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. \nThis is a flat walk. Dress warmly as we may be outside for 2-3 hours\, although you are free to leave at any time. Wear boots with good traction. No rest rooms available. Trip length will depend upon trail and weather conditions. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. in the parking lot on the south side of Lake Road across from Kanatota Lodge. \n\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• Advance 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. \n• Individuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip. \n• Should 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. \nHealth Screening Considerations: \n• Full contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested. \n• No one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend. \n• No 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. \n• No 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. \n• No 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. \n• No 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. \n• Participants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA. \nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n• Participants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car. \n• Participants 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. \n• Participants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact. \n\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/webster-park-campground-area-field-trip/ LOCATION:Webster Park – Campground Area\, 1034 Lake Road\, Webster\, NY\, 14580\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:43.2591031839;-77.4586345175 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Webster Park – Campground Area 1034 Lake Road Webster NY 14580 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1034 Lake Road:geo:-77.4586345175,43.2591031839 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210101T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210101T110000 DTSTAMP:20260423T131838 CREATED:20201205T233247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201205T233247Z UID:10000350-1609488000-1609498800@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Irondequoit Bay Outlet & Durand Eastman Park - Year List Jump-Start Field Trip ***CANCELLED*** DESCRIPTION:Get started on your annual list! \nWe’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. \nNew rendezvous location:  Meet at 8:00 a.m. in the large parking lot at Sandbar Park.  It’s about 0.6 miles east of the outlet bridge on the north side of Lake Road (across from the Bay Side Pub at 279 Lake Road).  Dress warmly! Spotting scopes would be very useful. \n\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• Advance 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. \n• Individuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip. \n• Should 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. \nHealth Screening Considerations: \n• Full contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested. \n• No one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend. \n• No 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. \n• No 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. \n• No 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. \n• No 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. \n• Participants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA. \nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n• Participants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car. \n• Participants 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. \n• Participants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact. \n\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-year-list-jump-start-field-trip-4-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Sandbar Park\, 302 Lake Road\, Webster\, NY\, 14580\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:43.2378447974;-77.5221710421 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sandbar Park 302 Lake Road Webster NY 14580 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=302 Lake Road:geo:-77.5221710421,43.2378447974 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201226T060000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201226T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T131838 CREATED:20201209T003010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201209T003010Z UID:10000355-1608962400-1609002000@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Little Lakes Christmas Bird Count – Saturday\, December 26th\, 2020 DESCRIPTION:This year marks the 121th count nationwide and the 69th count for the area. The count date is Saturday\, December 26\, 2020. Birds seen during the count week of December 23 to December 29 may be called in to the leaders for inclusion in the tally. \nThe center of the 15 mile diameter circle is the outlet of Hemlock Lake\, at the north end of the lake. The circle includes all of Conesus\, Hemlock\, Canadice and Honeoye Lakes\, and a large area to the north. The dividing line between the lakes is the height of land between the lakes. It is important for the coverage in each of the 5 areas to be as consistent as possible\, year to year\, for meaningful evaluation of the count area. Your participation in this worthy endeavor would be greatly appreciated.  Because of the COVID-19 Pandemic\, it is crucial to contact the circle compiler this year to receive an assignment and to receive up-to-date information on any changes to the regular count procedure. \nPat Martin\, Compiler\nHome: 585-582-2761   Cell: 585-301-5485 \nArea Leaders (Note: These are from 2019 and may not be current.)\nConesus Lake        Jim Kimball 243-0316\nHemlock Lake       Bill Howe 301-2646\nCanadice Lake       Phil Opdycke 385-6189\nHoneoye Lake       Bob Spahn 671-5690 \n  URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/little-lakes-christmas-bird-count-saturday-december-23rd-2017-2-2-2/ CATEGORIES:Bird Surveys ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201220T060000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201220T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T131838 CREATED:20201209T003459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201209T003459Z UID:10000356-1608444000-1608483600@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Rochester Christmas Bird Count – Sunday\, December 20th\, 2020 DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the company of other birders! Participate in citizen science! \nJoin us for the 121th Christmas Bird Count of the National Audubon Society and the 117th Rochester CBC. If you cannot bird in the field\, watch your feeder and phone results to the area leader. \nBecause of the COVID-19 pandemic\, the count will operate differently this year.  We likely cannot pair new birders with experienced ones\, and we will forgo the traditional post-count tally gathering. \nIt is crucial this year that you contact the circle compiler to receive up-to-date information on the count\, and to receive an assignment. \nCount Compiler:  Norma Platt 585-260-5221 \nBirds seen during the count week\, December 17 to 23\, may be called in to the area leaders. \n  URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/rochester-christmas-bird-count-sunday-december-17th-2017-2-2-2/ CATEGORIES:Bird Surveys ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201210T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201210T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T131838 CREATED:20201106T145818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201106T145818Z UID:10000348-1607626800-1607626800@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:December Meeting via Zoom!: Ken Rosenberg - "3 Billion Birds Lost: The Disappearance of North American Birds and What We Can Do About It" DESCRIPTION:For the remainder of 2020\, there will be no in-person meetings. All will be conducted via Zoom. A URL link to the meeting will be emailed out before the meeting. To participate\, you will need a laptop\, desk top computer\, cell phone or iPad or other device with an internet connection. You do not need to have a Zoom account\, the URL link will allow you to enter the “meeting” and hear and see the speaker and the presentation.  \nIn 2019\, a landmark publication in Science documented the loss of 3 billion birds from the North American avifauna over the past 50 years. Lead author Ken Rosenberg will describe the scientific results of this study\, the unprecedented attention it received in the media and the public\, and efforts over the past year to respond to this loss and bring back the birds. \nKen Rosenberg is an Applied Conservation Scientist at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology\, with a joint partnership appointment at American Bird Conservancy.  Ken has been at Cornell for 27 years\, after receiving a PhD. in Zoology from Louisiana State University\, studying foraging specialization in Amazonian birds\, a MSc from Arizona State University\, and a BS from Cornell. Ken’s current research focuses on the conservation status and health of bird populations and filling crucial knowledge gaps that impede full annual-cycle conservation of migratory birds—especially the stopover behavior of our ling-distant migrants in Central and South America. Ken has been a long-time leader in Partners in Flight and is on the U.S. Committee of the North American Bird Conservation Initiative\, where he leads NABCI’s production of U.S. and North American State of the Birds Reports. He is also a Fellow at Cornell’s Atkinson Center for a Sustainable Future. Ken is a lifelong birder and is dedicated to promoting amateur contributions to ornithology and conservation through eBird other citizen science programs. URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/december-meeting-tom-snyder-nature-zoos-and-conservation-2-2-3-2-2-2/ CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings/Speakers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201206T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201206T180000 DTSTAMP:20260423T131838 CREATED:20191203T202226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191203T202226Z UID:10000333-1607263200-1607277600@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Beginner Trip: Nations Road - Registration Opens Nov 29! 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. \nMeet at 2:00 p.m. at the Tops Plaza in Avon on Routes 5 and 20\, 2 miles west of I-390. \nDress warmly.  \nNote: This is a field trip for beginners. New birders should feel free to join these trips regardless of experience level: bring binoculars and scopes 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\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• Advance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines currently allow no more than 25 individuals at an outdoor gathering. All trips will be capped to meet that requirement\, and exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis. \n• Individuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip. \n• Should 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. \nHealth Screening Considerations: \n• Full contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested. \n• No one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend. \n• No 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. \n• No 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. \n• No 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. \n• No 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. \n• Participants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA. \nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n• Participants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car. \n• Participants 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. \n• Participants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact. \n\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-nations-road-4-2-2/ LOCATION:Nations Road\, 2658-2682 Nations Rd\, Avon\, NY\, 14414\, United States CATEGORIES:Beginner Field Trips,Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:42.8663712;-77.8132493 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Nations Road 2658-2682 Nations Rd Avon NY 14414 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2658-2682 Nations Rd:geo:-77.8132493,42.8663712 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201205T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201205T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T131838 CREATED:20191203T201829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191203T201829Z UID:10000332-1607155200-1607169600@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Conesus Lake Area Field Trip - Registration Opens Nov. 28 DESCRIPTION:We’ll be looking for Tundra Swans\, Canvasback\, Redhead and other waterfowl. \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. \n\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• Advance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines currently allow no more than 25 individuals at an outdoor gathering. All trips will be capped to meet that requirement\, and exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis. \n• Individuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip. \n• Should 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. \nHealth Screening Considerations: \n• Full contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested. \n• No one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend. \n• No 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. \n• No 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. \n• No 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. \n• No 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. \n• Participants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA. \nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n• Participants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car. \n• Participants 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. \n• Participants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact. \n\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/conesus-lake-area-field-trip-5-2-2/ LOCATION:Conesus Lake Area\, Vitale Park\, Big Tree Road\, NY\, 14480\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:42.8341101;-77.7034586 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Conesus Lake Area Vitale Park Big Tree Road 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:20201112T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201112T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T131838 CREATED:20201011T211401Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201011T211401Z UID:10000347-1605207600-1605207600@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:November Meeting via Zoom!: Rick Wright - "A Field Guide to the Toucans of Europe " DESCRIPTION:For the remainder of 2020\, there will be no in-person meetings. All will be conducted via Zoom. To participate\, you will need a laptop\, desk top computer\, cell phone or iPad or other device with an internet connection. You do not need to have a Zoom account\, the URL link will allow you to enter the “meeting” and hear and see the speaker and the presentation.  \nThe Zoom meeting link is below. The “meeting” room will be open 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the meeting to allow folks to chat with one another.  Join via webcam or call in to the phone number below: \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81425765663 \nDial by your location\n+1 (646) 558-8656 US (New York) \nMeeting ID: 814 2576 5663 \nNo\, there aren’t any toucans in the Old World–no wild ones\, at least. But over the centuries\, the natural historians of central Europe have taken the ramphastids to heart as the ultimate emblems of the exotic. Join Rick Wright for an amusing and richly illustrated tour through the earliest literature of the toucans\, aracaris\, and other big-nosed birds of the American tropics. \nRick Wright leads birds and art tours in Europe and the Americas for Victor Emanuel Nature Tours. A native of southeast Nebraska\, Rick attended the University of Nebraska and Harvard Law School\, and holds M.A. and Ph.D. degrees from Princeton University. In addition to two scholarly books on the animal literature of the late Middle Ages\, he is the author of the American Birding Association’s Field Guide to Birds of New Jersey and the ABA’s Field Guide to Birds of Arizona. His most recent book is the Peterson Reference Guide to Sparrows of North America. Fascinated by birds\, birders\, and birding–if not necessarily in that order–Rick lives in Bloomfield\, NJ\, with his family: Alison Beringer\, Avril Huang\, and their chocolate lab\, Gellert. URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/december-meeting-tom-snyder-nature-zoos-and-conservation-2-2-3-2-2/ CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings/Speakers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201108T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201108T160000 DTSTAMP:20260423T131838 CREATED:20191203T201603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191203T201603Z UID:10000331-1604826000-1604851200@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Niagara River Field Trip - Cancelled DESCRIPTION:As the US-Canadian border remains closed\, and as this trip relies heavily on scopes\, the RBA has regretfully decided to cancel this trip for 2020.  We hope that we will be able to offer this gull-a-palooza again next year. \n_ _ _ _ _ \nJoin 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. \nMeet at the Old Fort Niagara parking lot at 9:00 am. Bring beverages and lunch\, for this is an all day trip.  Carpooling is strongly advised\, as we will be crossing into Canada. \nParticipants MUST bring passports or enhanced driver’s licenses. \nDress warmly and in layers.  Extra spotting scopes would be very helpful. URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/niagara-river-field-trip-4-2-2/ LOCATION:Niagara River\, Old Fort Niagara\, Youngstown\, NY\, 14174\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: GEO:43.2623889;-79.0631164 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Niagara River Old Fort Niagara Youngstown NY 14174 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Old Fort Niagara:geo:-79.0631164,43.2623889 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201031T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201031T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T131838 CREATED:20191203T201229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191203T201229Z UID:10000330-1604134800-1604145600@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Durand Eastman Park Field Trip - Registration Open Oct 24 DESCRIPTION:Waxwings\, winter finches\, and lingering migrants are possible.  We may visit Irondequoit Bay to look for waterfowl. \nMeet at 9:00 a.m. in the Lakeshore Blvd. parking lot between Zoo and Log Cabin Roads (Parking Lot D). \nPlease dress for the weather. \n\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• Advance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines currently allow no more than 25 individuals at an outdoor gathering. All trips will be capped to meet that requirement\, and exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis. \n• Individuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip. \n• Should 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. \nHealth Screening Considerations: \n• Full contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested. \n• No one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend. \n• No 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. \n• No 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. \n• No 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. \n• No 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. \n• Participants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA. \nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n• Participants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car. \n• Participants 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. \n• Participants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact. \n\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-10-3-2/ 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:20201017T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201017T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T131838 CREATED:20191203T200823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191203T200823Z UID:10000329-1602925200-1602939600@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Batavia Wastewater Treatment Plant Field Trip - Cancelled DESCRIPTION:We regret that due to the COVID-19 pandemic\, the RBA has decided to cancel this trip.  Potential closures of this facility to the public and the inability to carpool make this trip difficult or impossible at the current time. \n_____ \nWhy 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. \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 Pearl Street (or Genesee Street)\, which is Route 33.  Go 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). \nOr\, 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. \nWe will carpool from the plant offices. URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/batavia-wastewater-treatment-plant-field-trip-5-2-2/ 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201011T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201011T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T131838 CREATED:20191203T200442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191203T200442Z UID:10000328-1602403200-1602417600@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Hamlin Beach State Park Field Trip - Cancelled DESCRIPTION:We regret that due to the COVID-19 pandemic\, the RBA has decided to cancel this trip.  Lake-watching requires scopes\, and we believe that not being able to share would negatively impact the experience for many. \n_____ \nWe’ll start off walking 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 as we share scopes.  Dress appropriately for cooler weather along the lake\, and wear comfortable footwear. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. in Hamlin Beach State Park\, Parking Lot 1. URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/hamlin-beach-state-park-field-trip-8-2-2/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201008T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201008T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T131838 CREATED:20200902T160003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200902T160003Z UID:10000346-1602183600-1602183600@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:October Meeting via Zoom!: Gary Lee - "Birds that have Moved North with Climate Change\, and Boreal Birds that have Gone Off the Radar During the Same Time" DESCRIPTION:For the remainder of 2020\, there will be no in-person meetings. All will be conducted via Zoom. A URL link to the meeting will be emailed out before the meeting. To participate\, you will need a laptop\, desk top computer\, cell phone or iPad or other device with an internet connection. You do not need to have a Zoom account\, the URL link will allow you to enter the “meeting” and hear and see the speaker and the presentation.  \nIf you are considering a change of scenery after months of staying in the Rochester area\, tune in (via Zoom) to our speaker for the October 8\, 2020\, RBA meeting. Gary N. Lee\, a former forest ranger and long-time resident birder from Inlet\, NY\, in the Adirondacks\, will present on “Birds that have moved north with climate change\, and boreal birds that have gone off the radar during the same time.”  –Just in time for some fall birding!  (A link for the Zoom meeting will be emailed before the meeting.) \nGary Lee lives with his wife of 56 years\, Karen\, at ‘Eight Acre Wood’ in Inlet\, New York where he was the Forest Ranger for 35 years working in the Moose River Wild Forest Recreation Area and West Canada Lakes Wilderness Area. Now retired for 21 years\, he works summers for the Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation\, observing\, catching and banding loons. In 2018\, he received a Special Recognition Award from the Adirondack Council recognizing his work with loons.   From 1980-1985 and 2000-2005\, he worked on the NYS Birding Atlas. Since the early eighties\, he has banded birds at the Crown Point Banding Station\, Lake Champlain\, and has banded at Eight Acre Wood since getting a license to band in 2006.   In 2008\, Lee co-authored a book with John M. C. “Mike” Peterson\, Adirondack Birding–60 Great Places to Find Birds. He has traveled extensively and has identified and photographed most plants\, animals\, birds\, snakes and butterflies on his journeys. From 1986 to 2019\, he wrote a column\, “Daybreak to Twilight\,” in local papers. Currently\, he writes a weekly online blog “Outdoor Adventures with Gary Lee” hosted by the Center for Arts and Culture (viewarts.org)\, Old Forge\, NY.  In addition to guiding\, he shares his experiences of the natural world through lectures. URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/december-meeting-tom-snyder-nature-zoos-and-conservation-2-2-3-2/ CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings/Speakers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201003T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201003T103000 DTSTAMP:20260423T131838 CREATED:20191203T194246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191203T194246Z UID:10000323-1601712000-1601721000@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Whiting Road Nature Preserve - Registration Opens Sept. 26! 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. [This trip is not handicap accessible. Moderate difficulty in a few spots. Length about 2.5 miles. Restroom facilities 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. \nRegistration for this trip is not yet open. \n\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• Advance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines currently allow no more than 25 individuals at an outdoor gathering. All trips will be capped to meet that requirement\, and exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis. \n• Individuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip. \n• Should 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. \nHealth Screening Considerations: \n• Full contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested. \n• No one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend. \n• No 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. \n• No 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. \n• No 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. \n• No 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. \n• Participants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA. \nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n• Participants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car. \n• Participants 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. \n• Participants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact. \n\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/ 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:20200927T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200927T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T131838 CREATED:20191203T200206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191203T200206Z UID:10000327-1601204400-1601226000@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge Field Trip - Registration Open Sept 20 DESCRIPTION:We’ll look for migrant ducks and various passerines in this “get to know Iroquois in autumn” trip. \nMeet at 11:00 a.m. at the Brockport Wegmans parking lot. \nFor 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. \n\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• Advance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines currently allow no more than 25 individuals at an outdoor gathering. All trips will be capped to meet that requirement\, and exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis. \n• Individuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip. \n• Should 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. \nHealth Screening Considerations: \n• Full contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested. \n• No one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend. \n• No 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. \n• No 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. \n• No 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. \n• No 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. \n• Participants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA. \nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n• Participants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car. \n• Participants 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. \n• Participants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact. \n\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  URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/iroquois-national-wildlife-refuge-field-trip-9-2-2/ 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:20200926T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200926T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T131838 CREATED:20191203T195720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191203T195720Z UID:10000326-1601110800-1601121600@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Ganondagan State Historic Site - Registration Open Sept 19 DESCRIPTION:We will look for sparrows in the brush and other migrating birds\, walking about 2 miles round trip on wide trails through fields\, shrub land and woodlands to beautiful overlooks. \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 onto Boughton Hill Road and go down the hill.  The main parking lot will be on your right at the bottom of the hill.) \n\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• Advance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines currently allow no more than 25 individuals at an outdoor gathering. All trips will be capped to meet that requirement\, and exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis. \n• Individuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip. \n• Should 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. \nHealth Screening Considerations: \n• Full contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested. \n• No one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend. \n• No 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. \n• No 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. \n• No 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. \n• No 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. \n• Participants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA. \nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n• Participants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car. \n• Participants 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. \n• Participants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact. \n\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/ 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:20200919T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200919T153000 DTSTAMP:20260423T131838 CREATED:20191203T195313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191203T195313Z UID:10000325-1600511400-1600529400@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:*** CANCELLED *** Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge Field Trip DESCRIPTION:Note: because the restrooms are closed and because so many sightings require scopes (which we cannot share due to COVID-19)\, this field trip has been cancelled.  We look forward to offering it again in 2021. \n\n  \nWe’ll be looking for waterfowl and migrating shorebirds.  Expect to see herons\, eagles and possibly falcons. \nMeet at 10:30 a.m. at the Montezuma visitor center.  Pack a lunch. \nExtra spotting scopes would be very helpful. URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/montezuma-national-wildlife-refuge-field-trip-12-2-3-2/ 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:20200913T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200913T110000 DTSTAMP:20260423T131838 CREATED:20191203T195036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191203T195036Z UID:10000324-1599984000-1599994800@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Durand Eastman Park Field Trip - Registration Open Sept. 6 DESCRIPTION:We’ll be looking for thrushes and other migrants.  Durand can be surprising this time of year.  This will be an easy 2-hour walk along paved roads. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. in the Lake Shore Blvd. parking lot between Zoo Road and Log Cabin Road (Parking Lot D). \n\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• Advance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines currently allow no more than 25 individuals at an outdoor gathering. All trips will be capped to meet that requirement\, and exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis. \n• Individuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip. \n• Should 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. \nHealth Screening Considerations: \n• Full contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested. \n• No one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend. \n• No 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. \n• No 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. \n• No 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. \n• No 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. \n• Participants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA. \nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n• Participants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car. \n• Participants 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. \n• Participants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact. \n\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/ 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:20200910T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200910T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T131838 CREATED:20200421T164334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200421T164334Z UID:10000343-1599764400-1599764400@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:September Meeting via Zoom!: Jean Iron - "The Nature of Arctic Birds " DESCRIPTION:For the remainder of 2020\, there will be no in-person meetings. All will be conducted via Zoom. A URL link to the meeting will be emailed out before the meeting. To participate\, you will need a laptop\, desk top computer\, cell phone or iPad or other device with an internet connection. You do not need to have a Zoom account\, the URL link will allow you to enter the “meeting” and hear and see the speaker and the presentation.  \nArctic birds have a special attraction for birders and are amongst our most sought-after species. In this presentation\, Jean will take us north to look at birds whose exceptional endurance and lifestyle are determined by the relentless forces of nature. Physical adaptations of arctic birds\, their colour schemes\, short breeding season\, populations\, and impressive migrations are characteristics that Jean will highlight in photos and videos. \nJean Iron is a well-known Ontario birder. She was president of the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) for nine years and editor of its newsletter for 14. In 2016\, she received the OFO Distinguished Ornithologist Award. \nJean has a special interest in the qualities and adaptations of arctic birds. As an expedition leader for Quest Nature Tours to Canada’s High Arctic\, Greenland\, Iceland\, and Svalbard in the Norwegian Arctic\, she experienced arctic birds in their natural habitats. \nAnnually since 2002\, Jean went north to Hudson Bay and James Bay to survey shorebirds and geese for Canadian Wildlife Service and the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry. \nHere at home\, Jean loves gulls and the Niagara River\, where she co-led the OFO Niagara trip for 17 years and gave gull identification workshops and quizzes. \nIvory Gull URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/december-meeting-tom-snyder-nature-zoos-and-conservation-2-2-3/ CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings/Speakers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200905T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200905T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T131838 CREATED:20191203T193442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191203T193442Z UID:10000322-1599292800-1599307200@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Beginner Trip: Charlotte & Turning Point Park - Registration Open! 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. \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. \nNote: This is a field trip for beginners. New birders should feel free to join these trips regardless of experience level: bring binoculars and scopes 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\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• Advance registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines currently allow no more than 25 individuals at an outdoor gathering. All trips will be capped to meet that requirement\, and exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis. \n• Individuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip. \n• Should 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. \nHealth Screening Considerations: \n• Full contact information is required at registration\, in case contact tracing is requested. \n• No one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend. \n• No 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. \n• No 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. \n• No 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. \n• No 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. \n• Participants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA. \nSocial Distancing and Safety Best Practices \n• Participants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car. \n• Participants 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. \n• Participants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact. \n\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/ 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/New_York:20200823T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200823T150000 DTSTAMP:20260423T131838 CREATED:20191203T192957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191203T192957Z UID:10000321-1598178600-1598194800@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:***CANCELLED*** Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge Field Trip DESCRIPTION:We’ll be looking for waterfowl and migrating shorebirds.  Expect to see herons\, eagles and possibly falcons. \nMeet at 10:30 a.m. at the Montezuma visitor center.  Pack a lunch. \nExtra spotting scopes would be helpful. URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/montezuma-national-wildlife-refuge-field-trip-11-2-2/ 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 END:VCALENDAR