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SUMMARY:Hamlin Beach State Park
DESCRIPTION:We will gather at Braddock Bay Park and drive to Hamlin Beach State Park where we will look for waterfowl. On the way there\, we will look through fields for migrant waterfowl (Snow\, or other rarely seen geese) and lingering winter field birds (Horned Larks\, Snow Buntings or Lapland Longspurs). We may stop at Owl Woods in search of migrating owls\, if they have been reported that morning. We will end back at the Braddock Bay Park Hawk Watch in hopes of spotting Rough-legged\, Red-shouldered Hawks\, and Bald Eagles. Dress warmly\, as we will be out of the cars often at multiple locations—the lakeshore can be cold this time of year. Trails are flat but can be muddy/snowy. Waterproof boots strongly recommended. Restrooms are available at Hamlin Beach only. \nMeet at 9:00 a.m. at the Braddock Bay Park main parking lot. Use the East Manitou Road exit from the Ontario State Parkway. Bring your own FRS radios and spotting scopes\, if you have them. \nLeader: Mike Tetlow 585-748-5838 and co-leader Lynn Bergmeyer 585-576-0422 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/hamlin-beach-state-park-5/
LOCATION:Hamlin Beach State Park\, 1 Camp Hill Road\, Hamlin\, NY\, 14464\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Beginner Birder Trip - Owl Woods & Hawk Watch Site
DESCRIPTION:We’ll look primarily for our smallest visiting owl\, the Northern Saw-whet\, which returns to this spot on a yearly basis. Long-eared Owls generally put in an appearance\, too\, although they’re quite shy and great at hiding. After the owl walk\, we’ll head to the Braddock Bay Park Hawk Watch site to learn how to identify raptors on the wing. At this time of year\, we might witness spectacular flights of thousands of raptors!  The Owl Woods trails are flat and likely will be wet and muddy. Boots are strongly recommended–they’re almost mandatory! No restrooms available. Bring binoculars and\, if you have them\, spotting scopes. \nMeet at 8:30 a.m. in the parking lot on the right side of Manitou Beach Road across from the Owl Woods trailhead. \nLeader: Liz Magnanti 585-748-0309 and co-leaders Doug and Elizabeth Rabjohns 585-690-6296 \nNote: This is a field trip for beginners. New birders should feel free to join these trips regardless of experience level: bring binoculars if you have them. The pace & focus of Beginner Trips may not be satisfying for experienced birders. Our Beginner Trips focus on teaching identification skills\, learning new habitats\, and answering questions. Experienced birders are welcome but may be pressed into service as educators \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/beginner-birder-trip-owl-woods-hawk-watch-site-5/
LOCATION:Owl Woods\, 349 Manitou Beach Road\, Rochester\, NY\, 14468\, United States
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SUMMARY:Lake Shore Marshes East Wildlife Management Area
DESCRIPTION:This extensive driving tour of the large natural area to our northeast always turns up some great birds!  We’ll look for unusual ducks\, late winter birds\, and interesting migrants like Fox Sparrows. One portion of the trip is walking on a wide\, mainly flat\, sometimes muddy\, trail. Bring a snack to munch on to keep your energy up\, and dress for the weather! Restrooms are available at Sodus Point Park and Chimney Bluffs State Park. \nMeet at 7:30 a.m. in Webster Plaza at the junction of Route 404 and Hard Road near Starbucks. Spotting scopes would be very useful. \nLeader: Kinsley Whittum 585-872-7334 and co-leader Christina Hoh 973-224-7009 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/lake-shore-marshes-east-wildlife-management-area-3/
LOCATION:Webster Plaza near Starbuck’s\, 994 Hard Road\, Webster\, NY\, 14580\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Birds and Brews - Three Heads Brewing
DESCRIPTION:BIRDS AND BREWS \nJoin us for craft beers and conversation! \nA chance to meet up and socialize with people who love birds. \nMonday\, March 24\, 2025\n6:00 – 9:00 p.m.\nThree Heads Brewing\n186 Atlantic Avenue\, Rochester \nWe’ll enjoy sitting outside\, weather permitting\,\nat this neighborhood favorite brew pub.\nThree Heads doesn’t serve meals (just some limited snacks)\,\nbut you are welcome to bring your own takeout.\n(Old Pueblo Grill and Le Petit Poutine are right across the street.)\nhttps://threeheadsbrewing.com
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/birds-and-brews-three-heads-brewing-2/
LOCATION:Three Heads Brewing\, 186 Atlantic Avenue\, Rochester\, NY\, 14607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds and Brews
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SUMMARY:Woodcock Courtship Flight at Owl Woods
DESCRIPTION:This will be an evening trip for woodcock courtship flight. If you’ve never seen this spectacle\, prepare to be amazed: birds call noisily (peenting) from the ground in grassy fields before spiraling rapidly up high\, making twittering\, kissing-like sounds at the apex of their ascent and descending silently back down\, only to start the cycle anew. An amazing sight! \nFields may be wet and muddy. Boots are strongly recommended. Bring a flashlight or headlamp. \nMeet at 7:00 p.m. in the parking lot across from Owl Woods. Take the Manitou Beach Road exit from Ontario State Parkway. Turn north then right into the parking lot. \nLeader: Neal Reilly 518-256-9147 and co-leader Robert Buckert 585-269-4206 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/woodcock-courtship-flight-at-owl-woods-3/
LOCATION:Owl Woods\, 349 Manitou Beach Road\, Rochester\, NY\, 14468\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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SUMMARY:April:  Randi Minetor - "How Birds Created the World … and Other Stories from The Complete Language of Birds"
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, April 10\, 2025\nSpeaker:  Randi Minetor – “How Birds Created the World … and Other Stories from The Complete Language of Birds” \n\nAncient Egyptians believed that the Earth began as an egg laid by a giant goose. Ojibwa people of America’s northern plains tell of a Great Flood that swept away the world’s evils\, and the bird that braved the deep waters to bring a bit of soil up from the bottom to restore land at the surface. European scientists once believed that swans survived the winters by turning themselves into barnacles and adhering to the bottoms of ships\, transforming back into swans in spring. These and many other tales told in Randi Minetor’s latest book\, The Complete Language of Birds\, bring us back to a time when birds seemed like magical beings with the answers for so many of the world’s questions. \nBestselling author Randi Minetor has written more than 90 books\, including the Birdfinding and Best Easy Bird Guides series for Falcon Guides/Globe Pequot Press\, and she is the author of Backyard Birding and Butterfly Gardening for Lyons Press. Her most recent book\, The Complete Language of Birds\, is an encyclopedia that unites classic illustrations\, science\, folklore\, and mythology about more than 400 bird species around the world. She writes for Birding Magazine\, serves as an editor of regional reports for North American Birds\, and has served as president of the Rochester Birding Association. \n\nLook for the Zoom link in your email a few days prior to the meeting. The Zoom Room will open at 6:45 PM.  Don’t wait until the last minute to sign on\, you might be left out!
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/april-randi-minetor-how-birds-created-the-world/
LOCATION:Asbury First Methodist Church\, 1050 East Avenue\, Rochester\, NY\, 14607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings/Speakers
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SUMMARY:High Acres Nature Area
DESCRIPTION:Over 130 bird species have been observed at HANA including more than 70 that nest in the diverse habitats found there. During this field trip we expect to see at least 40 species returning to nest or on their way to northern nesting grounds. Our approximately two-mile walk over mostly flat trails will explore about 250 acres at HANA and include some wet spots requiring at least ankle-high waterproof shoes or boots. No restrooms available. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. at the parking lot on Perinton Parkway approximately 1/4 mile east of the Waste Management offices. \nLeader: Rosemary Reilly 585-748-0802 and co-leaders Brian Rohrs and Gayle Lazoration 585-281-9534 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/high-acres-nature-area-4/
LOCATION:High Acres Nature Area (HANA)\, 425 Perinton Parkway\, Fairport\, NY\, 14450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T080000
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SUMMARY:Highland Park - A joint trip with the Highland Park Conservancy
DESCRIPTION:We’ll be looking for spring migrants while enjoying lovely flora. This walk would be gorgeous even without the birds\, but it does have birds in abundance!  Find out where people have spotted the rarities that pop up in this urban treasure. Dress for the weather. We will be mostly walking on paved walkways with gentle hills; walking in grass\, a possibility. No restrooms available. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. on Reservoir Avenue in front of the Conservatory building. \nLeader: Jeanne Verhulst 585-362-0803 and co-leader Amy Kahn 585-310-2330 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/highland-park-a-joint-trip-with-the-highland-park-conservancy/
LOCATION:Highland Park\, Reservoir Avenue\, Rochester\, NY\, 14620\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T083000
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SUMMARY:Braddock Bay Hotspots—Braddock Bay Park\, East Spit\, Burger Park\, West Spit\, Owl Woods
DESCRIPTION:Locations to be determined based on where the birds are at the time. The trip will end at the Braddock Bay Park where Bird of Prey Days will be in full swing. Carpooling is encouraged. Dress for the weather and muddy trails. \nMeet at 8:30 a.m. at the Braddock Bay Park main parking lot. \nLeader:  Neal Reilly 518-256-9147 and co-leader Robert Crandall 585-278-3455 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/braddock-bay-hotspots-braddock-bay-park-east-spit-burger-park-west-spit-owl-woods/
LOCATION:Braddock Bay Park\, 199 East Manitou Road\, Greece\, NY\, 14612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Four Mile Creek Preserve\, Webster
DESCRIPTION:We will look for spring migrants along the approximately 2 to 3 miles of gently rolling hiking trails. The trails will most likely be muddy\, so appropriate footwear is recommended. No restrooms available. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. in the preserve parking lot at the SE corner of Lake Road and Phillips Road in Webster. \nLeader: Christina Hoh 973-224-7009 and co-leaders Sheryl Gracewski and Tom Nash 585-261-6975 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/four-mile-creek-preserve-webster-3/
LOCATION:Four Mile Creek Preserve\, Phillips & Lake Road\, Webster\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T080000
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SUMMARY:Cobb's Hill Park
DESCRIPTION:With spring in full swing\, come to one of Rochester’s best-kept birding secrets: Cobb’s Hill Park’s Washington Grove. Colorful warblers and other spring migrants arrive en masse at this urban oasis of tall stately trees. We will search for Yellow-rumped\, Black-throated Blue\, Black-throated Green\, Nashville\, and Black-and-white Warblers among others. We will likely hear the flute-like Wood Thrush and see Hermit Thrushes searching the ground for food. Sparrows\, orioles\, and perhaps a Scarlet Tanager will make an appearance. The entrances into the grove have two short steep trails the main trails are gentle hills. No restrooms available. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. under the conifers opposite the reservoir at the flat section of Reservoir Road. Access to Reservoir Road is from Highland Avenue. Look for two stone pillars at the road entrance; the road goes up a hill. (DO NOT use the Nunda Blvd. entrance to Washington Grove). \nLeaders: Tom and Jeanne Verhulst 585-362-0803\, Sue Robertson 585-427-2535 and Pat Martin 585-301-5485  \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/cobbs-hill-park-3/
LOCATION:Cobbs Hill Park\, Culver Road and Norris Drive\, Rochester\, NY\, 14610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T082345
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SUMMARY:Birds and Brews - BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse
DESCRIPTION:BIRDS AND BREWS \nJoin us for craft beers and conversation! \nA chance to meet up and socialize with people who love birds. \nWednesday\, April 30\, 2025\n6:00 – 9:00 p.m.\nBJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse\n760 Jefferson Road\, Henrietta \nThis pub and restaurant features an extensive selection\nof craft beers\, ciders\, wines\, and a full-service bar for cocktails\,\nas well as a full menu and table service.\nThey’re famous for their deep-dish pizza\, by the way.\nThey’re even willing to turn down the music in our section\, so we can hear each other!\nhttps://www.bjsrestaurants.com
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/birds-and-brews-bjs-restaurant-and-brewhouse-2/
LOCATION:BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse\, 760 Jefferson Road\, Rochester\, New York\, 14623\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds and Brews
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T110000
DTSTAMP:20260415T082345
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SUMMARY:Beginner Birder Trip – Lakeshore Warbler Hotspots
DESCRIPTION:The shoreline of Lake Ontario is a haven for migrating warblers and other passerines. We will stop at several areas where these birds tend to congregate in spring. Learn the basics of identifying our most colorful migrants on this trip. We’ll be looking for color patterns\, song\, and their distinctive behaviors to enhance identification skills with these fast-moving beauties. Though flat\, trails may be very muddy. Waterproof boots are strongly recommended! Dress for the weather and bring binoculars. No restrooms available. \nMeet at 7:30 a.m. at the parking lot behind Lakeview Community Church\, 30 Long Pond Road\, Rochester\, NY 14612 (near Edgemere Drive). \nLeaders: Sheryl Gracewski and Tom Nash 585-261-6975\, Lynn Bergmeyer 585-576-0422 and co-leader Ann McMican 585-533-1222 \nNote: This is a field trip for beginners. New birders should feel free to join these trips regardless of experience level: bring binoculars if you have them. The pace & focus of Beginner Trips may not be satisfying for experienced birders. Our Beginner Trips focus on teaching identification skills\, learning new habitats\, and answering questions. Experienced birders are welcome but may be pressed into service as educators \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/beginner-birder-trip-lakeshore-warbler-hotspots-5/
LOCATION:Lakeview Community Church\, 30 Long Pond Rd\, Greece\, NY\, 14612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginner Field Trips,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T120000
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SUMMARY:Braddock Bay Hawk Lookout
DESCRIPTION:This trip is for the spring hawk flight and migrating songbirds. We will be working to identify distant raptors and meet some great new people\, too! This requires a short walk across grass to the viewing platform. Port-a-John may be available. \nMeet at 9:30 a.m. at the Braddock Bay Park main parking lot. Use the East Manitou Road exit from the Ontario State Parkway. Spotting scopes would be very useful. \nLeaders: Mike Tetlow 585-748-5838 and Neal Reilly 518-256-9147 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/braddock-bay-hawk-lookout-3/
LOCATION:Braddock Bay Park\, 199 East Manitou Road\, Greece\, NY\, 14612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T120000
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SUMMARY:Beechwood State Park and Olga Fleisher Wildlife Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Beechwood State Park is on the shoreline of Lake Ontario in Wayne County and should attract warblers\, vireos\, thrushes and other migrants. The Beechwood trip will involve about two miles of walking over mostly level ground (Port-a-john available) and will last until about noon. Bring lunch if you plan to attend the second part of the trip to the Olga Fleisher Preserve (known locally as Huckleberry Swamp)\, a bottomland forest and wetland. Huckleberry has both boardwalk and flat forest trails. (No restroom.) \nMeet at 7:00 a.m. in the Webster Park east parking lot (with Port-a-john and playground) on Holt Road\, just before Lake Road\, or at 7:30 a.m. at B. Forman Park\, 4507 Lake Road\, Pultneyville\, 14538 (Port-a-john). We will continue to Beechwood from there. If coming from the east\, meet at about 8:00 a.m. at Beechwood’s main parking area (Gates Road on Google maps) on the north side of Lake Road\, near Maxwell Road\, (not at the Salmon Creek area parking). \nLeader: Jim Wood 585-967-8687 and co-leader Neal Reilly 518-256-9147 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/beechwood-state-park-and-olga-fleisher-wildlife-preserve-3/
LOCATION:Beechwood State Park\, Campground\, Sodus\, NY\, 14551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250506T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250506T120000
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SUMMARY:Ontario Pathways (Flint Creek section)
DESCRIPTION:We’ll look for warblers and other spring migrants along this rails-to-trails pathway in Ontario County. This well-maintained trail is an established favorite for wildlife viewing and scenic views. Wear comfortable walking shoes. At times\, the weather can be fickle\, dress accordingly! This is a level grade\, easy-to-walk\, linear trail\, 1.6 miles in and 1.6 miles back out. No restrooms available. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. at the trailhead. It is on the south side of Rt. 96 just east of the Rt. 488 intersection. For anyone needing a bathroom before heading out on the trail\, there is a Byrne Dairy on the corner of Rts. 96 & 488. \nLeaders: Lynn Bergmeyer 585-576-0422 and Rosemary Reilly 585-748-0802 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/ontario-pathways-flint-creek-section-3/
LOCATION:Ontario Pathways\, 2011-2077 New York 96\, Clifton Springs\, NY\, 14432\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T120000
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SUMMARY:Whiting Road Nature Preserve
DESCRIPTION:This preserve includes about 240 acres of land that is made up of a variety of birding habitats. This results in decent birding lists throughout the year. The trails are well marked and maintained. However\, they do get muddy at times\, so appropriate footwear is recommended based on the weather leading up to the trip date. Most of the trails are flat\, but there definitely will be a bit of up and down trail climbing in some sections. Our trek will take us on parts of the blue\, brown\, orange\, and red trails. Moderate difficulty in a few spots; length about 2.5 miles. No restrooms. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. in the parking lot on Whiting Road in Webster\, 0.6 miles south of Lake Road. \nLeaders: Candace Giles 585-281-1643 and co-leader Eunice Thein 585-746-2919 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/whiting-road-nature-preserve-3/
LOCATION:Whiting Road Preserve\, 403 Whiting Road\, Webster\, NY\, 14580\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T203000
DTSTAMP:20260415T082345
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Evening Warblers
DESCRIPTION:Evenings can be a great time to bird\, and the trees surrounding Lakeview Community Church parking lot in Greece can hold a surprising number of warblers in Spring. Join us for some casual birding on Wednesday evenings. We might also check out Church Woods Trail or go across the street to Firehouse Woods. Rain or shine. Bring binoculars. The trails are flat\, but can be muddy. Dress for the weather\, and bring bug spray. No restrooms. \nMeet at 6:30 p.m. each Wednesday\, May 7\, 14\, 21\, and 28 Lakeview Community Church\, 30 Long Pond Road\, Rochester\, NY 14612. \nLeader: John Boettcher 585-671-9639 and/or others TBD \nPhoto:  Hooded Warbler by Nic Minetor
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/wednesday-evening-warblers-2/2025-05-07/
LOCATION:Lakeview Community Church\, 30 Long Pond Rd\, Greece\, NY\, 14612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T120000
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SUMMARY:Rush Riverside Refuge (in association with Rush Recreation and Parks Association)
DESCRIPTION:The town of Rush acquired acreage containing old-growth woods\, farm fields in various stages of succession\, and a mile of Genesee River frontage. Join us as we explore this birding spot. Trails may be wet and muddy\, waterproof shoes/boots are recommended. No restrooms available. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. at the former Monroe County Fair Site\, 6565 East River Rd\, Rush\, NY (43.012578\, -77.710672). From East River Road\, turn into the tree-lined entrance road (no name on Google Maps)\, stay straight; park and meet in front of the large barns. \nLeader:  Ann McMican 585-533-1222 and co-leaders Sue Robertson 585-427-2535\, Nick Kachala 585-750-5536 \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. \n 
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/rush-riverside-refuge-in-association-with-rush-recreation-and-parks-association-3/
LOCATION:Rush Riverside Refuge\, 250 Rush Scottsville Rd\,\, Rush\, NY\, 14543\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T210000
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SUMMARY:May:  Tim Gallagher\, Editor\, Living Bird magazine (retired) - "The Peregrines of Taughannock Gorge"
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, May 8\, 2025\nSpeaker:  Tim Gallagher\, Editor\, Living Bird magazine (retired) \nThe Peregrine Falcon eyrie at Taughannock Falls State Park is one of the most famous falcon nests in the world\, thanks to a photograph ornithologist Arthur Allen took in 1926. In the picture\, an adult Peregrine is perched on a limb in front of the waterfall with her chicks on a ledge nearby. Tim Gallagher first saw the picture in an old copy of A.C. Bent’s Life Histories of North American Birds of Prey when he was twelve years old and already a falcon fanatic. He’s loved it ever since. Years later\, in 1990\, when he came to the Cornell Lab of Ornithology to be interviewed for the editor position at Living Bird\, he asked if someone could take him to Taughannock Falls so he could see this place that had such a special hold on him. It was a profound experience but also sad\, because the falcons had not nested there since 1946—early victims of DDT which eventually caused the Peregrine Falcon population to crash across North America. The falcons finally started nesting in Taughannock Gorge again in 2020\, after a 74-year absence. In his illustrated talk\, Tim will discuss the fascinating history of the Taughannock Peregrine eyrie—from when it was found by famed Ithaca bird artist Louis Agassiz Fuertes in 1909 to the present. \nTim Gallagher is an award-winning author\, wildlife photographer\, and magazine editor. He served as editor-in-chief of Living Bird\, the flagship publication of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology\, for more than 25 years and was one of the founding editors of WildBird magazine. Tim got his first field guide at the age of eight and has been obsessively watching birds ever since. He is the author of several books\, including Parts Unknown\, Wild Bird Photography\, The Grail Bird\, Falcon Fever\, and Imperial Dreams\, and is co-author of several more. \nLook for the Zoom link in your email a few days prior to the meeting. The Zoom Room will open at 6:45 PM.  Don’t wait until the last minute to sign on\, you might be left out!
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/may-tim-gallagher/
LOCATION:Asbury First Methodist Church\, 1050 East Avenue\, Rochester\, NY\, 14607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings/Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T120000
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SUMMARY:Manitou Beach Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Our trip to this lakeside treasure should rack up good numbers of warblers\, flycatchers\, and other spring arrivals. Owned by Genesee Land Trust\, Manitou Beach Preserve consists of 5 acres of flat\, field\, forest and hedgerow\, shrub\, and cattail wetlands extending into Braddock Bay. Wear waterproof\, sturdy shoes and don’t forget the bug spray! No restrooms available. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. at the entrance to the Preserve. Exit Ontario State Parkway at Manitou Beach Road (Route 261); turn north. Follow Manitou Beach Road until you see the Reserve sign on the right. Pull off pavement and park along the road on either side. \nLeader: Amy Kahn 585-310-2330 and co-leader Robert Crandall  585-278-3455 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/manitou-beach-preserve-3/
LOCATION:Manitou Beach Preserve\, Manitou Beach Preserve\, Manitou Beach Rd\, Hilton\, NY\, 14468\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250511T070000
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SUMMARY:Amy's Pond & Woodsmith -- Joint Genesee Land Trust / RBA Trip
DESCRIPTION:This is a field trip to the private property of Amanda Smith-Hatch for spring migrants\, early nesters and waterfowl. Two adjacent easements make up 187 acres that include two large ponds\, mature woodland\, and open fields all within 0.5 mile of Lake Ontario. Past trips have yielded eagles\, bitterns\, herons\, many warblers\, Scarlet Tanagers\, etc. We’ll walk along uneven trails\, so bring a walking stick if needed\, and prepare for a medium-long hike in an outstanding sanctuary open only by special arrangement — many thanks to Genesee Land Trust! No restrooms available. \nMeet at 7:00 a.m. in the Webster Park east parking lot (with Port-a-john and playground) on Holt Road\, just before Lake Road\, or at Amy’s Pond at 7:30 a.m.\, 484 Lake Road\, Ontario\, NY\, about 1 mi east of County Line Road. Turn down the long driveway (on the south side of Lake Road). You will be guided where to park. \nLeaders: Sheryl Gracewski and Tom Nash 585-261-6975 and co-leader Kevin Farrell 585-748-6919 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/amys-pond-woodsmith-joint-genesee-land-trust-rba-trip/
LOCATION:Amy’s Ponds  – Genesee Land Trust and Conservation Easements\, 484 Lake Road\, Ontario\, NY\, 14519\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T120000
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SUMMARY:Oatka Creek Park
DESCRIPTION:Woods and meadow provide great habitat for nesting species such as Indigo Bunting\, Eastern Towhee\, Blue-winged Warbler and Field Sparrow. This will cover about 3 miles of mostly flat trails. Port-a-john is available at the trailhead. \nMeet at 7:30 a.m. at the park entrance at the intersection of Quaker Road and Union Street in Garbutt. \nLeader: Nick Kachala 585-750-5536 and co-leader Bill Haake 585-755-8253  \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/oatka-creek-park-3/
LOCATION:Oatka Creek Park\, Quaker Road & Union Street\, Garbutt\, NY\, 14546\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T203000
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Evening Warblers
DESCRIPTION:Evenings can be a great time to bird\, and the trees surrounding Lakeview Community Church parking lot in Greece can hold a surprising number of warblers in Spring. Join us for some casual birding on Wednesday evenings. We might also check out Church Woods Trail or go across the street to Firehouse Woods. Rain or shine. Bring binoculars. The trails are flat\, but can be muddy. Dress for the weather\, and bring bug spray. No restrooms. \nMeet at 6:30 p.m. each Wednesday\, May 7\, 14\, 21\, and 28 Lakeview Community Church\, 30 Long Pond Road\, Rochester\, NY 14612. \nLeader: John Boettcher 585-671-9639 and/or others TBD \nPhoto:  Hooded Warbler by Nic Minetor
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/wednesday-evening-warblers-2/2025-05-14/
LOCATION:Lakeview Community Church\, 30 Long Pond Rd\, Greece\, NY\, 14612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T120000
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SUMMARY:Thousand Acre Swamp
DESCRIPTION:Thousand Acre Swamp is a preserve owned by the Nature Conservancy of Western New York. It has a bird checklist of 120 species. This level 2.5-mile walk on uneven\, sometimes muddy trails\, goes through varied habitats\, resulting in a variety of breeding bird species and migrants. The habitats include swampy woods\, drier woods\, a marshy area\, meadows\, and a pond. Shorter routes are possible. The entrance and parking lot are on the west side of Jackson Road opposite Penfield Center Road in Penfield. Boots and mosquito repellent are recommended. No restrooms available. \nMeet at 7:30 a.m. in the parking lot. For more information\, including photos\, go to https://thegreenjay.jalbum.net/Thousand%20Acre%20Swamp/ \nLeaders: Jay Greenberg 585-256-0485 and Richard Ashworth 585-381-2189  \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/thousand-acre-swamp-3/
LOCATION:Thousand Acre Swamp\, Jackson Road and Penfield Center Road\, Penfield\, NY\, 14526\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T163000
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SUMMARY:Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge
DESCRIPTION:We will search for Prothonotary Warblers\, Yellow-throated Vireos\, Cerulean Warblers\, and other birds at this local natural treasure. This trip is a combination of driving and walking and includes a boardwalk\, forest trail\, and dirt road. Length\, about 3 miles total\, on mostly flat trails.  Port-a-john is available about midway through the trip. \nMeet at 7:00 a.m. at the rear of the Brockport Wegmans parking lot (restrooms available). For those traveling from the west: meet at 7:30 a.m. at the Upper Stafford Marsh Overlook near 5999 Albion Road\, Oakfield\, NY. Bring a lunch and beverages as this trip may go into the later afternoon. Spotting scopes would be useful. \nLeaders: Tom Nash and Sheryl Gracewski 585-261-6975 and co-leader Cathy Ballard 585-322-2621 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/iroquois-national-wildlife-refuge-5/
LOCATION:Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge\, Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T082346
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SUMMARY:Norway Road
DESCRIPTION:This unassuming trip usually racks up a long bird list. From nesting Cerulean Warblers to Purple Martins along the lake\, this trip showcases roadside birding in spectacular fashion! There are no long walks\, no rough terrain as we walk along a paved country road making multiple stops to bird along Norway Road. No restrooms except at Wegmans. \nMeet at 7:00 a.m. toward the upper end of Wegmans parking lot in Ridgemont Plaza off Route 104 in Greece (opposite Heritage Drive). \nLeader: Nick Kachala 585-750-5536 and co-leader Cathy Ballard 585-322-2621  \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/norway-road-3/
LOCATION:Norway Road\, Norway Road\, Murray\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T120000
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SUMMARY:Taylor Road – Headwaters of Irondequoit Creek
DESCRIPTION:We will walk the woods and mowed grassy trails of the 65-acre property of RBA members Linda and Charlie Kenyon. Hedgerows\, fields\, Irondequoit Creek\, brushy habitat\, and woods should be productive for thrushes\, late warblers\, and woodpeckers among others. No restroom available. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. at 66 Taylor Road\, Honeoye Falls\, NY 14472. Park in the wide driveway or along Taylor Road. \nLeader: Jeanne Verhulst 585-362-0803 and co-leader Linda and Charlie Kenyon 585-624-2697 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/taylor-road-headwaters-of-irondequoit-creek-3/
LOCATION:Taylor Road – Headwaters of Irondequoit Creek\, 66 Taylor Road\, Honeoye Falls\, NY\, 14472\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T082346
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SUMMARY:Oatka Fish and Game Club
DESCRIPTION:The Oatka Fish and Game Club owns and conserves 500 acres of mature woodland forest along Oatka Creek and the escarpment tablelands above it that provide ideal habitat for migrating and nesting passerines. Thanks to the efforts of Jim Mott and Jim Miles\, Cerulean Warblers were documented as nesting there in 2022 and seen each year since. The Club generously invited RBA to hold field trips. We will walk on the wide\, undulating\, forest trail above the creek and possibly up on the escarpment searching for remaining migrants and nesting birds including Scarlet Tanagers and Mourning Warblers. Sturdy shoes are recommended. Dress for the weather and insects. A bathroom is available on site. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. at the clubhouse parking lot (end of Wilcox Road). 8237 Wilcox Road\, LeRoy\, NY 14482. Note: If high winds are predicted the trip will be cancelled. \nLeader: Hans Kunze 585-813-2676 and co-leaders Tom and Jeanne Verhulst 585-362-0803  \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/oatka-fish-and-game-club-2/
LOCATION:Oatka Fish & Game Club\, 8237 Wilcox Road\, Le Roy\, NY\, 14482\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T203000
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Evening Warblers
DESCRIPTION:Evenings can be a great time to bird\, and the trees surrounding Lakeview Community Church parking lot in Greece can hold a surprising number of warblers in Spring. Join us for some casual birding on Wednesday evenings. We might also check out Church Woods Trail or go across the street to Firehouse Woods. Rain or shine. Bring binoculars. The trails are flat\, but can be muddy. Dress for the weather\, and bring bug spray. No restrooms. \nMeet at 6:00 p.m. each Wednesday\, May 7\, 14\, 21\, and 28 Lakeview Community Church\, 30 Long Pond Road\, Rochester\, NY 14612. \nLeader: John Boettcher 585-671-9639 and/or others TBD \nPhoto:  Hooded Warbler by Nic Minetor
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/wednesday-evening-warblers-2-3/2025-05-21/
LOCATION:Lakeview Community Church\, 30 Long Pond Rd\, Greece\, NY\, 14612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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