BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Rochester Birding Association - ECPv6.16.4.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://rochesterbirding.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Rochester Birding Association REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240101T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240101T120000 DTSTAMP:20231121T200937Z CREATED:20231121T200937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T200937Z UID:10000639-1704096000-1704110400@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Irondequoit Bay Outlet and Durand-Eastman Park – Year List Jump-Start DESCRIPTION:Get started on your annual list!  We’ll look for winter waterfowl on the Bay\, then move to Durand-Eastman Park where we will stroll Log Cabin Road and Zoo Road looking for finches\, waxwings\, and resident birds. This trip is mostly on paved roads. \nNo restrooms available. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. in the large parking lot next to the Outlet bridge on the west side of Irondequoit Bay Outlet (Irondequoit Bay State Marine Park). Dress warmly! Spotting scopes would be very useful. \nLeaders: Norma Platt and John Boettcher 585-671-9639 \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/irondequoit-bay-outlet-and-durand-eastman-park-year-list-jump-start-2/ LOCATION:Irondequoit Bay Outlet\, 5000 Culver Road\, Rochester\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Cedar-Waxwing-Richard-Ashworth-12-300x225-1.jpg 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:20240106T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240106T120000 DTSTAMP:20231121T201310Z CREATED:20231121T201310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T201310Z UID:10000640-1704528000-1704542400@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Webster Park – Campground Area DESCRIPTION:In mature forest and scrubby areas we’ll look for overwintering resident birds\, lingering migrants such as Hermit Thrush and special winter visitors such as Evening and Pine Grosbeaks\, White-winged and Red Crossbills and Bohemian Waxwings. This is a mostly level walk\, partly on dirt road\, partly on wooded dirt trail that can be uneven in places. Wear boots with good traction and dress warmly as we may be outside for 2-3 hours\, although you are free to leave at any time. Trip length will depend upon trail and weather conditions. \nNo rest rooms available. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. in the parking lot on the south side of Lake Road across from Kanatota Lodge. \nLeaders: Rosemary Reilly 585-748-0802 and co-leaders Sheryl Gracewski and Tom Nash 585-261-6975 \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. \n  URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/webster-park-campground-area-2/ LOCATION:Webster Park – Campground Area\, 1034 Lake Road\, Webster\, NY\, 14580\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/20201103OwWoWWCRafb.jpg 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:20240113T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240113T123000 DTSTAMP:20231209T204310Z CREATED:20231121T201513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231209T204310Z UID:10000641-1705138200-1705149000@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Beginner Birder Trip – Mendon Ponds Park Songbird Trail DESCRIPTION:This trip will be a leisurely winter walk along rolling trails (approx. 1.5 miles) featuring some very close looks at our winter passerines!  Bring your binoculars\, some sunflower seeds\, and your camera!  This is a family-friendly field trip. \nMeet at 9:30 a.m. at the visitor center on Pond Road near Clover Street. Restroom is available at the visitor center or port-a-john. \nLeader: John Boettcher 585-671-9639 and co-leader Cathy Ballard 585-322-2621  \nNote: This is a field trip for beginners. New birders should feel free to join these trips regardless of experience level: bring binoculars if you have them. The pace & focus of Beginner Trips may not be satisfying for experienced birders. Our Beginner Trips focus on teaching identification skills\, learning new habitats\, and answering questions. Experienced birders are welcome but may be pressed into service as educators \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/beginner-birder-trip-mendon-ponds-park-songbird-trail-5/ LOCATION:NY CATEGORIES:Beginner Field Trips,Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/20170319MendonPondsBCCHa.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240120T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240120T210000 DTSTAMP:20231031T025202Z CREATED:20231031T024943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T025202Z UID:10000638-1705770000-1705784400@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Annual RBA Winter Dinner DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE!\nAnnual RBA Winter Dinner \nSaturday\, January 20\, 2024\n5:00pm – 9:00 pm\nAsbury First United Methodist Church\n1050 East Avenue Rochester\, NY \nReserve your seat:\nWanda Thistle\n585-281-0956 \nPlease include: your name\, the number of people attending\, and the side dish you will be bringing. Come hungry! Everyone brings a dish to pass (gluten free and vegetarian dishes are gladly welcomed\, as are your usual favorites). The main entrees are Roasted Turkey and Honey Basted Ham. \nNo Alcohol: The church requests that no alcoholic beverages be consumed on the premises. \nThe White Albatross table returns! Sell or trade artwork\, field guides\, and other gently used items. If you bring something for the Table\, be sure to price it\, and let us know if you want the sale price to go as a donation to RBA or back to you. \nMember presentations: Our evening entertainment will be presentations by members of photos from their travels or from local birding adventures\, as well as artwork or carvings. If you plan to give a presentation\, please let us know and how long it will take. Info about whom to contact will be in the December newsletter. \nPlease email Richard Ashworth or phone him at (585) 381-2189\, who will be coordinating this segment. \nMany hands make light work. \nIf you can help with this event\, please contact Wanda Thistle at 585-281-0956. URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/annual-rba-winter-dinner-2/ LOCATION:Asbury First Methodist Church\, 1050 East Avenue\, Rochester\, NY\, 14607\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings/Speakers,Winter Dinner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/D132-010.jpg GEO:43.15146893954345;-77.57659728969496 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Asbury First Methodist Church 1050 East Avenue Rochester NY 14607 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1050 East Avenue:geo:-77.57659728969496,43.15146893954345 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240121T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240121T170000 DTSTAMP:20231201T050201Z CREATED:20231122T204353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T050201Z UID:10000642-1705845600-1705856400@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Nations Road Area DESCRIPTION:We’ll search Nations Road area of Avon and southward toward Geneseo to Huston Road\, looking for Northern Shrikes\, hawks\, Snow Buntings\, Horned Larks\, and other birds of the fields and farmland in winter. We’ll be mostly driving\, but will be getting out of the car at frequent stops along the road. Dress for the weather. Please carpool\, if possible! \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. \nLeaders: Jim Kimball 585-519-9211 and Rick Stevens 585-425-7849 \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/nations-road-area/ LOCATION:Nations Road\, 2658-2682 Nations Rd\, Avon\, NY\, 14414\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/20160113BloomfieldShortEOwlA-300x300-1.jpg 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:20240128T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240128T160000 DTSTAMP:20231201T050242Z CREATED:20231122T204629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T050242Z UID:10000643-1706432400-1706457600@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Lakeshore Plains West DESCRIPTION:A driving tour of the farm fields and open lands to the west of Rochester\, this trip will search for Horned Larks\, Snow Buntings\, Lapland Longspurs\, Northern Shrikes\, falcons (possible Merlin or Peregrine) and hawks (hoping for Rough-legged and Northern Harriers) in western Monroe and possibly into Orleans County. Dress warmly in layers; bring snacks (lunch if you wish to continue on into the early afternoon with us) and a thermos filled with a warm beverage. We will drive along backcountry roads for a few hours\, stopping where we see bird activity. \nNo restrooms available until we reach Hamlin Beach SP. \nMeet at 9:00 a.m. at the Braddock Bay Park main parking lot. Use the East Manitou Road exit from the Ontario State Parkway. Plan on coordinating carpooling\, if possible\, as this is a driving tour. Fewer cars are better as we pull over on roads potentially with snow banks. Bring your own FRS radios and spotting scopes\, if you have them. \nLeader: Lynn Bergmeyer 585-576-0422 and co-leader Robert Buckert 585-269-4206 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/lakeshore-plains-west-2/ LOCATION:Braddock Bay Park\, 199 East Manitou Road\, Greece\, NY\, 14612\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/20151226BlackCreekParkNorthernShrikeA.jpg 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:20240208T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240208T210000 DTSTAMP:20240111T201626Z CREATED:20230702T195625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T201626Z UID:10000632-1707418800-1707426000@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:February: Dr. Jordan Boersma - “Leveraging Hunter Knowledge to Find and Conserve Bird Species in New Guinea” DESCRIPTION: Thursday\, February 8\, 2024 – “Leveraging Hunter Knowledge to Find and Conserve Bird Species in New Guinea”\n \nDr. Jordan Boersma\nCornell Lab of Ornithology \nJordan will talk about how his team leveraged the immense natural history knowledge of local hunters to find the Black-naped Pheasant-pigeon\, a species with no scientific documentation since the 1800s. They used an innovative approach to gauge accuracy of knowledge and determine whether this critically endangered species was familiar to local hunters\, then worked with experienced hunters to capture the first-ever photos and video of this species. He will also highlight pending efforts to conserve the remaining habitat for the Black-naped Pheasant-pigeon\, and how their methods can be applied to other elusive and potentially imperiled species. Depending on his field schedule\, he may also have stories to share about using the same methods to search for another bird species with no previous photographic evidence. \nDr. Jordan Boersma’s curiosity for birds developed in his backyard in W Michigan\, where he spent his childhood. He headed west to study wildlife biology at the University of Montana\, which led to an opportunity to study ornate and elusive birds in Borneo\, where he spent much of four years before pursuing a Ph.D at Washington State University. His dissertation work centered on physiology and behavior of fairywrens\, a colorful and socially complex family of birds native to Australia and New Guinea. During extensive field seasons in New Guinea he learned that indigenous people harbored immense knowledge of local fauna\, and is now working with local communities to study and conserve rare and potentially imperiled species as a postdoctoral researcher at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. \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/february-meeting-in-person-via-zoom-with-speaker-dr-jordan-boersma-leveraging-hunter-knowledge-to-find-and-conserve-bird-species-in-new-guinea/ LOCATION:Asbury First Methodist Church\, 1050 East Avenue\, Rochester\, NY\, 14607\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings/Speakers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Jordan-Boersma.jpg GEO:43.15146893954345;-77.57659728969496 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Asbury First Methodist Church 1050 East Avenue Rochester NY 14607 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1050 East Avenue:geo:-77.57659728969496,43.15146893954345 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240211T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240211T120000 DTSTAMP:20240109T221719Z CREATED:20231122T205112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T221719Z UID:10000644-1707642000-1707652800@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Winter Waterfowl and Other Possibilities DESCRIPTION:Starting at Irondequoit Bay Outlet\, we will look for beautiful Long-tailed Ducks\, mergansers\, scaup and other ducks. We will also concentrate on locating wintering gulls like the occasional Lesser Black-backed\, Iceland and Glaucous gulls. We will then drive over to Summerville and Charlotte to see what might be in the Genesee River. If Redpolls or winter finches are being seen\, we will stop at Durand-Eastman Park along the way. \nWalking is flat on pavement. Restrooms are available in the Charlotte area. \nMeet at 9:00 a.m. in the large parking lot next to the Outlet bridge on the west side of Irondequoit Bay Outlet (Irondequoit Bay State Marine Park). Dress for the weather. Spotting scopes would be useful. \nLeader: Lynn Bergmeyer 585-576-0422 and co-leader Robert Buckert 585-269-4206 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content. URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/winter-waterfowl-and-other-possibilities/ LOCATION:Irondequoit Bay Outlet\, 5000 Culver Road\, Rochester\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/20160222IBO46LongTDuckA.jpg 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:20240222T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T210000 DTSTAMP:20240116T183815Z CREATED:20240116T183815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T183815Z UID:10000741-1708624800-1708635600@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Birds and Brews - Faircraft Brauhaus DESCRIPTION:Join us for craft beers and conversation! \nA chance to meet up and socialize with people who love birds. \n  \nThursday\, February 22\, 2024 \n6:00 – 9:00 p.m. \nFaircraft Brauhaus \n25 Parce Ave.\, Ste 100 \nFairport \n  \nThis pub and restaurant features an extensive selection of craft beers\, as well as a full menu and table service. They’re famous for their German specialties\, from spaetzle to schnitzel. https://faircraftbrauhaus.com \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/birds-and-brews-faircraft-brauhaus-0224/ LOCATION:Faircraft Brauhaus\, 25 Parce Avenue\, Suite 100-105\, Fairport\, NY\, 14450\, United States CATEGORIES:Birds and Brews ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Faircraft-Brauhaus.jpg GEO:43.1072422371;-77.4436566455 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Faircraft Brauhaus 25 Parce Avenue Suite 100-105 Fairport NY 14450 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=25 Parce Avenue\, Suite 100-105:geo:-77.4436566455,43.1072422371 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T210000 DTSTAMP:20240310T180340Z CREATED:20231215T161202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240310T180340Z UID:10000739-1710442800-1710450000@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:March: Emily Engle = "Behind the Scenes of Merlin Sound ID" DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, March 14\, 2024\n \nEmily Engle\nOutreach Coordinator\, Cornell Lab of Ornithology \nThe Merlin Bird ID app\, created by the Cornell lab of Ornithology\, is a global field guide and a powerful tool to help identify the birds around you. Merlin can help you identify 1\,000+ bird species by sound even when you can’t see them—but how does it work? We’ll take a behind the scenes look at Merlin to learn how Sound ID was developed\, and how you can help us expand Merlin to cover more species worldwide. \nHailing from Santa Barbara\, Emily Engle grew up hiking the mountains and exploring the tidepools of California’s central coast. Hands-on experiences in the outdoors gave her a love for the natural world and inspired her to pursue an education learning how to protect it. Fueled by a passion for connecting people to nature\, science\, and conservation\, Emily earned her degree in Environmental Studies from UC Santa Cruz. From researching mountain lions in the West to guiding as a naturalist in Georgia’s Golden Isles\, her work has allowed her to explore the critical interdependence between people and wildlife. After falling in love with the birds and landscapes of coastal Georgia\, she moved to Ithaca and began her role as an Outreach Coordinator at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology aiding in the celebration of birds\, community science\, and conservation action through Merlin and eBird. \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/march-meeting-in-person-via-zoom-with-speaker-alli-smith/ LOCATION:Asbury First Methodist Church\, 1050 East Avenue\, Rochester\, NY\, 14607\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings/Speakers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Emily-Engle.jpg GEO:43.15146893954345;-77.57659728969496 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Asbury First Methodist Church 1050 East Avenue Rochester NY 14607 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1050 East Avenue:geo:-77.57659728969496,43.15146893954345 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240316T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240316T130000 DTSTAMP:20231201T050414Z CREATED:20231122T205733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T050414Z UID:10000645-1710579600-1710594000@rochesterbirding.org 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. \nDress 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. \nRestrooms 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 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/hamlin-beach-state-park-3/ LOCATION:Hamlin Beach State Park\, 1 Camp Hill Road\, Hamlin\, NY\, 14464\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/20151122BurgerPark2RoughLeggedHawkA.jpg GEO:43.3599959;-77.944401 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hamlin Beach State Park 1 Camp Hill Road Hamlin NY 14464 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1 Camp Hill Road:geo:-77.944401,43.3599959 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T210000 DTSTAMP:20240315T165448Z CREATED:20240315T165448Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240315T165448Z UID:10000743-1710957600-1710968400@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Birds and Brews - Rising Storm Brewing Co. DESCRIPTION:Join us for craft beers and conversation! \nA chance to meet up and socialize with people who love birds. \nWednesday\, March 20\, 2024\n6:00 – 9:00 p.m.\nRising Storm Brewing Co.\n1880 Blossom Road\nRochester\, NY 14625 \nThe former Daisy Flour Mill has been transformed into a spacious brew pub! Beer\, wine\, cider\, and cocktails are all on the menu\, as well as an imaginative selection of meals for your dining pleasure. We’ll be on the upper level.    https://www.risingstormbrewing.com \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/birds-and-brews-rising-storm-brewing-co/ LOCATION:Rising Storm Brewing Co.\, 1880 Blossom Road\, Rochester\, 14625\, United States CATEGORIES:Birds and Brews ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/RisingStormBrewing.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T130000 DTSTAMP:20231209T204356Z CREATED:20231122T205949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231209T204356Z UID:10000646-1711182600-1711198800@rochesterbirding.org 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! \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 trailhead. \nLeader: Liz Magnanti 585-748-0309 and co-leaders Dick Horsey 585-435-2837\, 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-4/ LOCATION:Owl Woods\, 349 Manitou Beach Road\, Rochester\, NY\, 14468\, United States CATEGORIES:Beginner Field Trips,Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Saw-whet-Owl-Owl-Woods-Jeanne-Verhulst-copy-19.jpg 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:20240324T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240324T120000 DTSTAMP:20231201T050519Z CREATED:20231122T215152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T050519Z UID:10000647-1711265400-1711281600@rochesterbirding.org 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-2/ LOCATION:Webster Plaza near Starbuck’s\, 994 Hard Road\, Webster\, NY\, 14580\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/20160403Perinton-FoxSparrow2A.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T210000 DTSTAMP:20231201T050558Z CREATED:20231122T215500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T050558Z UID:10000648-1712430000-1712437200@rochesterbirding.org 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 large 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-2/ LOCATION:Owl Woods\, 349 Manitou Beach Road\, Rochester\, NY\, 14468\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/20160726zHamlin35AmWoodcockA.jpg 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:20240411T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T210000 DTSTAMP:20240111T201517Z CREATED:20230702T192826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T201517Z UID:10000629-1712862000-1712869200@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:April: Dr. Andrew Farnsworth - "Birdcast" DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, April 11\, 2024 – “Birdcast”\n \nDr. Andrew Farnsworth\nSenior Research Associate\, Cornell Lab of Ornithology \nAndrew Farnsworth is a Senior Research Associate in the Center for Avian Population Studies at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. Andrew began birding at age 5 and quickly developed his longstanding fascination with bird migration. His current research efforts advance the use and application of rapidly expanding technologies to study bird movements across scales including weather surveillance radar\, audio and video recording and monitoring tools\, citizen science datasets\, and machine learning techniques. Andrew received his BS in Natural Resources from Cornell\, MS in Zoology from Clemson University\, and PhD in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from Cornell University. \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-meeting-in-person-via-zoom-with-speaker-dr-andrew-farnsworth-birdcast/ LOCATION:Asbury First Methodist Church\, 1050 East Avenue\, Rochester\, NY\, 14607\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings/Speakers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Dr.-Andrew-Farnsworth.jpg GEO:43.15146893954345;-77.57659728969496 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Asbury First Methodist Church 1050 East Avenue Rochester NY 14607 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1050 East Avenue:geo:-77.57659728969496,43.15146893954345 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T210000 DTSTAMP:20240413T144553Z CREATED:20240413T144338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240413T144553Z UID:10000745-1713463200-1713474000@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Birds and Brews - Swiftwater Brewing DESCRIPTION:Join us for craft beers and conversation! \nA chance to meet up and socialize with people who love birds. \nThursday\, April 18\, 2024\n6:00 – 9:00 p.m.\nSwiftwater Brewing\n378 Mount Hope Avenue\, Rochester \nSwiftwater has a wide range of beers\, ciders\, wines\, and canned cocktails\,\nand a menu of small plates\, large plates\, sandwiches and cookies. Check it out at https://swiftwaterbrewing.com/ \n  \n \n  \n  URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/birds-and-brews-swiftwater-brewing-2/ LOCATION:Swiftwater Brewing\, 378 Mount Hope\, Rochester\, NY\, 14642\, United States CATEGORIES:Birds and Brews ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Swiftwater-21-edited.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T120000 DTSTAMP:20231201T050632Z CREATED:20231122T222836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T050632Z UID:10000649-1713600000-1713614400@rochesterbirding.org 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. \nNo 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-2/ LOCATION:High Acres Nature Area (HANA)\, 425 Perinton Parkway\, Fairport\, NY\, 14450\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Easter-Bluebird-pair-©-L-Kammermeier-1024x724-1.jpg GEO:43.084432;-77.38096 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=High Acres Nature Area (HANA) 425 Perinton Parkway Fairport NY 14450 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=425 Perinton Parkway:geo:-77.38096,43.084432 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T120000 DTSTAMP:20231201T050702Z CREATED:20231122T223053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T050702Z UID:10000650-1713945600-1713960000@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Highland Park 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. Paved walkways\, gentle hills. Walking in grass a possibility\, if you chose to. \nNo 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-2/ LOCATION:Highland Park\, Reservoir Avenue\, Rochester\, NY\, 14620\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Chestnut-sided-Warbler-1024x682-1.jpg GEO:43.1318581;-77.6086903 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Highland Park Reservoir Avenue Rochester NY 14620 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Reservoir Avenue:geo:-77.6086903,43.1318581 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T120000 DTSTAMP:20231201T050741Z CREATED:20231122T223629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T050741Z UID:10000651-1714206600-1714219200@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:NEW! 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. \nCarpooling 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/new-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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Bald-Eagle.jpg 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:20240428T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T120000 DTSTAMP:20231201T050836Z CREATED:20231122T225143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T050836Z UID:10000652-1714291200-1714305600@rochesterbirding.org 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. \nNo 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-2/ LOCATION:Four Mile Creek Preserve\, Phillips & Lake Road\, Webster\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/20160327OatkaCreekParkGoldenCKingletA.jpg GEO:43.2653168;-77.4200881 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Four Mile Creek Preserve Phillips & Lake Road Webster NY United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Phillips & Lake Road:geo:-77.4200881,43.2653168 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240501T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240501T120000 DTSTAMP:20231201T050901Z CREATED:20231201T044049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T050901Z UID:10000672-1714550400-1714564800@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Cobbs 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\, and 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. \nThe entrances into the grove have two short steep trails\, the main trails are gentle hills. No restrooms available. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. opposite the reservoir in the grassy area between the road and the woods; use the entrance off Highland Avenue\, just east of Monroe Avenue (NOT the Nunda Blvd. entrance). \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-2/ LOCATION:Cobbs Hill Park\, Culver Road and Norris Drive\, Rochester\, NY\, 14610\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Black-throated-Blue-Warbler-1024x698-1.jpg GEO:43.141341;-77.5762776 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cobbs Hill Park Culver Road and Norris Drive Rochester NY 14610 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Culver Road and Norris Drive:geo:-77.5762776,43.141341 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240501T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240501T203000 DTSTAMP:20240530T215302Z CREATED:20231211T173321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T215302Z UID:10000726-1714586400-1714595400@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Evening Warblers! DESCRIPTION:*JUNE 5th EVENT CANCELLED* The warblers have gone on their way north\, we won’t be holding Wednesday Evening Warblers on June 5.  See you next year! \nEvenings can be a great time to bird and the trees surrounding the Lakeview Community Church parking lot in Greece can hold a surprising number of warblers in Spring. Come directly from work.  No special footwear needed. This is casual birding on Wednesday evenings. Bring binoculars.  We might also check out Church Woods Trail or go across the street to Firehouse Woods. \nRain or shine. Trails are flat\, but can be muddy. Dress for the weather and bring bug spray. No restrooms (port-a-john around the corner on Edgemere Dr.). \n6:00 p.m. each Wednesday\, May 1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, 29 Lakeview Community Church\, 30 Long Pond Road\, Rochester\, NY 14612. \nLeader: John Boettcher 585-671-9639 and co-leader Lisa Talpey\, and others TBD.   \nPhoto: Hooded Warbler by Nic Minetor URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/wednesday-evening-warblers-2-2/2024-05-01/ LOCATION:Lakeview Community Church\, 30 Long Pond Rd\, Greece\, NY\, 14612\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/hooded-warbler2_NM-scaled.jpg GEO:43.28893;-77.6762679 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lakeview Community Church 30 Long Pond Rd Greece NY 14612 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=30 Long Pond Rd:geo:-77.6762679,43.28893 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T110000 DTSTAMP:20231209T204526Z CREATED:20231201T044252Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231209T204526Z UID:10000673-1714807800-1714820400@rochesterbirding.org 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 the distinctive behaviors to enhance identification skills with these fast-moving beauties. \nThough 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: John Boettcher 585-671-9639\, Greg Lawrence 585-730-2553\, Lynn Bergmeyer 585-576-0422 \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-4/ LOCATION:Lakeview Community Church\, 30 Long Pond Rd\, Greece\, NY\, 14612\, United States CATEGORIES:Beginner Field Trips,Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Blackburnian-Warbler-2-1024x686-1.jpg GEO:43.28893;-77.6762679 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lakeview Community Church 30 Long Pond Rd Greece NY 14612 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=30 Long Pond Rd:geo:-77.6762679,43.28893 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T120000 DTSTAMP:20231201T045355Z CREATED:20231201T045355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T045355Z UID:10000674-1714815000-1714824000@rochesterbirding.org 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. \nLeader: 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-2/ LOCATION:Braddock Bay Park\, 199 East Manitou Road\, Greece\, NY\, 14612\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Braddock-Bay.jpg 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:20240505T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T120000 DTSTAMP:20231201T045857Z CREATED:20231201T045539Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T045857Z UID:10000675-1714892400-1714910400@rochesterbirding.org 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. at Webster Park\, corner of Lake and Holt Roads\, 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 meeting at Beechwood\, meet at the main parking area off Lake Road\, (not at the stream area parking) at about 8:00 a.m. \nLeader: Jim Wood 585-967-8687 and co-leader 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/beechwood-state-park-and-olga-fleisher-wildlife-preserve-2/ LOCATION:Beechwood State Park\, Campground\, Sodus\, NY\, 14551\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Wood-Thrush-Richard-Ashworth-45.jpg GEO:43.2687563;-77.0327881 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Beechwood State Park Campground Sodus NY 14551 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Campground:geo:-77.0327881,43.2687563 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T120000 DTSTAMP:20231201T045722Z CREATED:20231201T045722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T045722Z UID:10000676-1715068800-1715083200@rochesterbirding.org 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. Meet 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-2/ LOCATION:Ontario Pathways\, 2011-2077 New York 96\, Clifton Springs\, NY\, 14432\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/20160514BBayWestSpitBayBWarbA.jpg GEO:42.9617492;-77.095364 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Ontario Pathways 2011-2077 New York 96 Clifton Springs NY 14432 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2011-2077 New York 96:geo:-77.095364,42.9617492 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T203000 DTSTAMP:20240530T215302Z CREATED:20231211T173321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T215302Z UID:10000732-1715191200-1715200200@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Evening Warblers! DESCRIPTION:*JUNE 5th EVENT CANCELLED* The warblers have gone on their way north\, we won’t be holding Wednesday Evening Warblers on June 5.  See you next year! \nEvenings can be a great time to bird and the trees surrounding the Lakeview Community Church parking lot in Greece can hold a surprising number of warblers in Spring. Come directly from work.  No special footwear needed. This is casual birding on Wednesday evenings. Bring binoculars.  We might also check out Church Woods Trail or go across the street to Firehouse Woods. \nRain or shine. Trails are flat\, but can be muddy. Dress for the weather and bring bug spray. No restrooms (port-a-john around the corner on Edgemere Dr.). \n6:00 p.m. each Wednesday\, May 1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, 29 Lakeview Community Church\, 30 Long Pond Road\, Rochester\, NY 14612. \nLeader: John Boettcher 585-671-9639 and co-leader Lisa Talpey\, and others TBD.   \nPhoto: Hooded Warbler by Nic Minetor URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/wednesday-evening-warblers-2-2/2024-05-08/ LOCATION:Lakeview Community Church\, 30 Long Pond Rd\, Greece\, NY\, 14612\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/hooded-warbler2_NM-scaled.jpg GEO:43.28893;-77.6762679 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lakeview Community Church 30 Long Pond Rd Greece NY 14612 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=30 Long Pond Rd:geo:-77.6762679,43.28893 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T120000 DTSTAMP:20231208T164826Z CREATED:20231208T164826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231208T164826Z UID:10000677-1715241600-1715256000@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:Rush Riverside Refuge (in association with Rush Recreation and Parks Association) DESCRIPTION:The town of Rush has recently acquired a new patch of land containing old-growth woods\, farm fields in various stages of succession\, and a mile of Genesee River frontage. Join us as we explore this “new” birding spot. \nTrails 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. Park and meet in front of the large barn straight in and just to the left of the entrance road. \nLeader: Ann McMican 585-533-1222 and co-leaders Sue Robertson 585-427-2535\, Nick Kachala 585-750-5536 \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. \n  URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/rush-riverside-refuge-in-association-with-rush-recreation-and-parks-association-2/ LOCATION:Rush Riverside Refuge\, 6565 E. River Road\, Rush\, NY\, 14543\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/20160612LetchworthRBAChesSWarbA.jpg GEO:43.012578;-77.710672 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Rush Riverside Refuge 6565 E. River Road Rush NY 14543 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=6565 E. River Road:geo:-77.710672,43.012578 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T210000 DTSTAMP:20240111T201800Z CREATED:20230702T193405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T201800Z UID:10000630-1715281200-1715288400@rochesterbirding.org SUMMARY:May: Dr. Michael Schrimpf - "Studying Open-ocean Bird Distributions Using eBird" DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, May 9\, 2024 – “Studying Open-ocean Bird Distributions Using eBird” \nDr. Michael Schrimpf \nPost-doctoral Fellow\, Cornell Lab of Ornithology \nDr. Michael Schrimpf is a seabird ecologist who grew up in Wisconsin\, and first developed an interest in birds in college. That interest\, combined with a desire to explore the oceans\, led to his graduate work with seabirds. He studied alcids like Common Murres and Rhinoceros Auklets on the West Coast while completing a master’s degree at the University of Washington\, and then began working in the Antarctic and Southern Ocean during his PhD work at Stony Brook University\, on Long Island\, NY. His current work at Cornell involves partnering with expedition cruise companies to understand how eBird data from ships can help map seabird distributions. \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/may-meeting-in-person-via-zoom-with-speaker-dr-michael-scrimpf-studying-open-ocean-bird-distributions-using-ebird/ LOCATION:Asbury First Methodist Church\, 1050 East Avenue\, Rochester\, NY\, 14607\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings/Speakers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Dr.-Michael-Schrimpf.jpg GEO:43.15146893954345;-77.57659728969496 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Asbury First Methodist Church 1050 East Avenue Rochester NY 14607 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1050 East Avenue:geo:-77.57659728969496,43.15146893954345 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR