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SUMMARY:March:  Lynn Braband - "Protecting Yourself from Ticks & Tick-borne Disease"
DESCRIPTION:As March is ushered in and the snow begins to melt\, more of us will be heading out to our favorite birding spots. As we trek through fields and forests in search of birds\, we must take precautions against ticks. Come to the March 8\, 2018\, RBA meeting where Lynn Braband of the New York State Community Integrated Pest Management Program of Cornell University will talk to us about these insects and what we all need to do to keep safe.\n\n\nAfter a brief description of tick biology\, we will look at the 4 species within New York State and the diseases vectored by each\, with an emphasis on the black-legged tick and Lyme disease. Procedures for reducing risk of disease by property management and personal protection will be delineated. Resources for more information will also be presented.\n\n\nLynn Braband is the Senior Extension Associate for the NYS Community IPM Program at Cornell University.  He received his B.S. from Iowa State University in 1972\, and his M.S. from Iowa State University in 1979.\n\nLynn Braband\, a Certified Wildlife Biologist®\, joined the NYS Community Integrated Pest Management Program in May 1999 as an Extension Educator. From 1986 through 1997\, Lynn was a company vice president and franchise owner/manager with Critter Control\, Inc. which is the nation’s leading firm specializing in nuisance wildlife control. He has been an active participant and leader in both state and national vertebrate pest control organizations. Lynn has also taught several college biology courses since 1980.\n\nSince joining the Community IPM Program\, Lynn has had major responsibilities in assisting New York State schools and municipalities in the implementation of IPM.  As a volunteer\, Braband regularly runs U. S. Geological Survey Breeding Bird Survey routes and participates on the management committee of a private wetland preserve.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/march-lynn-braband-protecting-yourself-from-ticks-tick-borne-disease/
LOCATION:The Clover Center of the Arts and Spirituality/The Baptist Temple\, 1101 Clover Street\, Rochester\, NY\, 14610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings/Speakers
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SUMMARY:Beginner Birder Trip:  Charlotte\, Braddock Bay\, and Lakeshore Fields
DESCRIPTION:Warmer weather is on its way and with it\, bird activity picks up. We’ll check water for ducks\, fields for inland birds\, and watch the skies for raptors as well. \nMeet at 8:30 a.m. at Ontario Beach Park in Charlotte in the northeast corner of the parking lot beside the Genesee River outlet. Extra spotting scopes would be very helpful. \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\, and we will share our scopes. 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!
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/beginner-birder-trip-charlotte-braddock-bay-and-lakeshore-fields-2/
LOCATION:Charlotte / Ontario Beach Park\, Charlotte Park\, 4800 Lake Avenue\, Rochester\, NY\, 14613\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginner Field Trips,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180208T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180208T210000
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SUMMARY:February:  Andrea Patterson - "What's In a Name?"
DESCRIPTION:In 2017\, the AOS Committee on Classification and Nomenclature considered a proposal to split Nashville Warblers into two separate species; our familiar eastern birds would be renamed “Rusty-capped Warbler”\, and the western group would be called the “Calaveras Warbler.”  All three names should inspire confusion. Why is the bird currently named after a place it only visits on migration?   If it splits\, why would the western group be given a dramatic name that recalls jumping frogs and the Day of the Dead\, while the eastern group be named after a feature only rarely seen in the field?\n\nIn fact\, bird names in general are often perplexing.  Does Wilson really need to have five North American species bear his name?  Wouldn’t the Ring-necked Duck be better named the Ring-billed Duck\, and the Red-bellied Woodpecker be better named the Red-capped Woodpecker? Are there Southern Cardinals\, Uncommon Mergansers\, and Catbirds of any color but Gray?  And to top it off\, American Redstarts aren’t red\, Scarlet Tanagers aren’t tanagers\, and Olive Warblers are neither olive nor warblers!\n\nJoin us for an evening of fun to hear why the Red Knot was named for an ancient Danish king\, why the Green Heron got – and lost – its green back\, and why you occasionally get armchair ticks to your birdlist. In this informative talk\, we’ll tell the stories behind the common and scientific names of some of our favorite birds and we’ll learn about how those naming decisions are made.\n\nAndrea Patterson has a deep curiosity about many aspects of birds\, their life cycles\, and habits. A recent question posed to her—how do birds get their names—launched her into researching the interesting topic of bird nomenclature. Why is an Orange-crowned Warbler called by this name when only a tiny bit of orange–rarely seen–exists on its head? Why is a Robin called a Robin when it is in the Thrush family? Come find out when Andrea presents results of her research at the February 8\, 2018\, Rochester Birding Association monthly meeting. \nPatterson wears many hats. She currently supervises bander training and education at the Braddock Bay Bird Observatory in Greece\, NY\, and she helps to oversee the banding of nearly 10\,000 birds annually. She also serves on the boards of North American Banding Council\, Eastern Bird Banding Association\, Braddock Bay Bird Observatory\, and our own Rochester Birding Association. She attends conferences on bird issues and has been sought after as a speaker on bird molt patterns. \n  \n 
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/february-andrea-patterson-whats-in-a-name/
LOCATION:The Clover Center of the Arts and Spirituality/The Baptist Temple\, 1101 Clover Street\, Rochester\, NY\, 14610\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180128T140000
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SUMMARY:January RBA - Young Birder Event - Sunday\, January 28\, 2018
DESCRIPTION:This month\, we’ll be meeting the Carey home for an afternoon of fun. The Carey’s live on the Ganargua Creek in Farmington\, and their backyard is a fantastic woodlot filled with wintering birds. If the weather cooperates\, we’ll take a walk through the woods and do some banding of the local bird feeder birds. If it’s snowy and cold\, we’ll work on our birding skills with trivia and ID games. \nAll are welcome!  Note the later-than-normal date!
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/january-rba-young-birder-event-sunday-january-28-2018/
LOCATION:Private Home\, Call Andrea Patterson (Cell 585-490-5361) for the address\, Rochester\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Young Birder Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180127T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180127T150000
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SUMMARY:Avon and Lima Rural Tour Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:We’ll revisit the Nations Road area to look for Northern Shrike\, hawks\, Snow Bunting\, and other birds of the fields and farmland in winter. We’ll be mostly driving\, with frequent stops – carpooling would be appreciated! \nMeet at Tops Plaza in Avon — Routes 5 and 20\, two miles west of I-390 — at 3:00 p.m.  Extra spotting scopes and FRS radios would be very helpful.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/avon-and-lima-rural-tour-field-trip/
LOCATION:Nations Road\, 2658-2682 Nations Rd\, Avon\, NY\, 14414\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180120T093000
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SUMMARY:Beginner Birder Trip:  Mendon Ponds Park Songbird Trail
DESCRIPTION:This trip will be a leisurely winter walk featuring some very close looks at our winter passerines! Bring some sunflower seeds and your camera! \nMeet at the Visitor’s Center on Pond Road near Clover Street at 9:30 a.m. \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\, and we will share our scopes. 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!
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/beginner-birder-trip-mendon-ponds-park-songbird-trail/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Beginner Field Trips,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180114T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180114T090000
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SUMMARY:Lakeshore Plains West Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:A driving tour of the farm fields and open lands to the west of Rochester\, this trip will search for Snow Bunting\, Lapland Longspur\, Northern Shrike\, and hawks in the plains and country roads of western Monroe and Orleans counties. If the weather cooperates\, we may venture as far as Golden Hill State Park for a look at the lake and a short walk. Dress warmly in layers\, bring a snack and a thermos filled with cocoa\, and drive along for a few hours.   Barring the possible walk at Golden Hill\, this trip should be handicapped-accessible. \nMeet at Braddock Bay Park on East Manitou Rd. in Greece at 9:00 a.m. Extra FRS radios would be very helpful.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/lakeshore-plains-west-field-trip-4/
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:20180113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180113T210000
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SUMMARY:Annual RBA Winter Dinner: Come Hungry!  Saturday\, January 13th - Register Now!
DESCRIPTION:Come to our Annual Winter Dinner Party at Summerville Presbyterian Church\, 4845 St. Paul Blvd.\, Rochester\, NY 14617 at 6:00 PM. \nTo make a reservation\, contact Wanda Thistle or call 585-236-1834 to sign up. Wanda will need the following information: your name\, the number of people attending\, and the side dish you will be bringing. The main entrees this year are Roasted Turkey and Honey Basted Ham. We will be providing the place settings and cutlery. Cost is $5.00 per person. Note: The church requests that no alcoholic beverages be consumed on the premises. \nThere will be a White Albatross Table. If you bring something for the white albatross 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. \nThere will also be Evening Entertainment. If you plan to give a presentation\, please let us know and how long it will take. Artwork\, photos\, and slides are welcome. Please email Richard Ashworth\, who will be coordinating this segment\, or phone him at (585) 381-2189 if you will be showing slides. \nIf you can help with this event\, please contact Wanda Thistle 585-236-1834. Many hands make light work!
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/annual-rba-winter-dinner-come-hungry-saturday-january-13th-register-now/
LOCATION:Summerville Presbyterian Church\, 4845 St. Paul Blvd\, Rochester\, 4845 St. Paul Blvd\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings/Speakers,Winter Dinner
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180113T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180113T080000
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SUMMARY:Beginner Birder Trip:  Irondequoit Bay\, Lakeshore\, and Genesee River Outlet
DESCRIPTION:In open areas of water\, we’ll look for some of the spectacular waterfowl that visit each winter\, and with luck even see a few rarities! The spots we visit feature good\, close looks with very little walking. Dress warmly as we may be standing outside for some time. Wear boots with good traction. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. in one of the several convenient parking lots on the west side of the outlet at the north end of Irondequoit Bay. Bring your spotting scope if you have one\, or share ours in turns. \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\, and we will share our scopes. 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!
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/beginner-birder-trip-irondequoit-bay-lakeshore-and-genesee-river-outlet/
LOCATION:Irondequoit Bay Outlet\, 5000 Culver Road\, Rochester\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginner Field Trips,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180101T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180101T080000
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SUMMARY:Durand Eastman Park - Year List Jump-Start Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Get started on your 2018 list! We’ll look for winter finches\, waxwings\, and resident birds. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. in one of the several convenient parking lots on the west side of the outlet at the north end of Irondequoit Bay or at the Lake Shore Boulevard parking area between Log Cabin Road and Zoo Road (Parking Lot D) at 8:45 a.m. \nDress warmly!
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/durand-eastman-park-year-list-jump-start-field-trip-4/
LOCATION:Irondequoit Bay Outlet\, 5000 Culver Road\, Rochester\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171223T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171223T170000
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SUMMARY:Little Lakes Christmas Bird Count – Saturday\, December 23rd\, 2017
DESCRIPTION:This year marks the 118th count nationwide and the 66th count for the area.  The count day is Saturday\, December 23\, 2017.  Birds seen during the count week of December 20 to December 26 may be called in to the leaders for inclusion in the tally.  The center of the 15 mile diameter circle is the outlet of Hemlock Lake\, at the north end of the lake.  The circle includes all of Conesus\, Hemlock\, Canadice\, and Honeoye Lakes and large area to the north.  The dividing line between the lakes is the height of land between the lakes.  It is important for the coverage in each of the 5 areas to be as consistent as possible\, year to year\, for meaningful evaluation of the count area.  Your participation in this worthy endeavor would be greatly appreciated.  New birders can be paired up with experienced birders.  If you are interested\, contact one of the leaders. \nThe afternoon compiling meeting will be held at 4:30pm at the American Hotel\, located at the SE corner of Routes 5 & 20 in the village of Lima.  As an expression of our appreciation for letting us meet at this location\, please order something from the menu.  They are known for their tasty soups. \nPat Martin\, Compiler.\nHome: 582-2761\, Cell 301-5485 \nLittle Lakes CBC areas and leaders are as follows:\nConesus Lake – Jim Kimball  243-0316\nHemlock Lake – Bill Howe  505-238-1908\nCanadice Lake – Phil Opdycke  385-6189\nHoneoye Lake – Bob Spahn  671-5690\nNorthern Area – Greg Lawrence  730-2553
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/little-lakes-christmas-bird-count-saturday-december-23rd-2017/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Bird Surveys
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171217T060000
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SUMMARY:Rochester Christmas Bird Count – Sunday\, December 17th\, 2017
DESCRIPTION:This is your chance to participate in Citizen Science and enjoy the company of other birders. \nCount day\, December 17th\, time TBD (ask leader for details) \nJoin us for the 118th Christmas Bird Count of the National Audubon Society and the 114th Rochester CBC.  New observers will be paired with experienced birders. Lots of eyes make for a better count! \nIn the evening of the count day\, December 17th\, we will gather at Newport Yacht Club (on Seneca Road in Irondequoit) at 6:00 PM for pizza followed by a species tally.  The tally will start about 7:30 PM. We will be finished by 9:00 PM.  Even if not coming to dinner\, join us for the tally.  There will be $5 charge to cover costs.   Self-serve wine and beer will be available for $1.  Pot luck dishes would be appreciated.   Please reply to  Norma Platt at 585-260-5221 by Tuesday\, December 12. \nTo participate in the count\, call an area leader.  Be sure to ask your leader for details. \nRochester CBC areas and leaders are as follows: \nBraddock Bay to Long Pond Road – Bob and Susan Spahn 671-5690\nLong Pond Road to Dewey Avenue – Greg Lawrence cell 730-2553\nDewey Avenue to Charlotte Harbor – Kimberly Sucy 503-2534\nSummerville to Culver Road – Dominic Sherony 223-7353\nCulver Road to Baker Road (Webster) – Tom & Nancy Poeth 872-5344\nHighland Park\, Genesee Valley Park\, Mt. Hope Cemetery – Shirley Shaw 385-3907\nSeneca Park – Andrea Patterson\nMaplewood & Turning Point Parks\, Holy Sepulchre & Riverside Cemeteries – Kim Hartquist\nArea west of Rochester-Monroe County Airport – John Boettcher \nNorma Platt\, Compiler 585-260-5221 \nIf you cannot get out to bird in the field\, watch your feeder and phone results to the area leader. \nNote:  Birds seen during the count week is December 14 to 20 may be called in to the area leaders.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/rochester-christmas-bird-count-sunday-december-17th-2017/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Bird Surveys
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171214T190000
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SUMMARY:December:  Alan Singer - "Arthur Singer - My Father\, His Artwork\, and the Culture of the Times in Which He Lived."
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this opportunity to hear Alan Singer\, the son of famous bird and wildlife artist\, Arthur Singer\, talk about his father! \nSpeaking from his experience\, Alan grew up in this family of artists\, and his father\, Arthur\, had been a child prodigy. Arthur had artwork published by the time he was a junior in high school.  Arthur was noticed by curators at The American Museum of Natural History in NYC\, and by the administrators of the Bronx Zoo. \nAlan’s father had his first exhibition there at the zoo in 1942.  After World War II he had the great fortune to work with some of the greats in mid- 20th century ornithology\, and was employed by book publishers and magazine publishers who served the public with books and articles that he illustrated.  Arthur loved nature\, he was an ardent conservationist\, and later in life he was awarded the kind of recognition that few ever achieve. \nAlan will show examples of his father’s art\, and speak about his life and times. Alan was fortunate in having the chance to collaborate with his dad on a number of projects like the Birds and Flowers stamps\, and also the revision of his famous Golden Guide to Birds of North America. They worked together for nine years towards the end of Arthur’s career\, and those years proved to be very important in the scope of his work. \nAlan Singer is an artist\, writer\, and professor at the School of Art at Rochester Institute of Technology in Rochester\, NY. “Both of my parents were working artists\, and I learned the most from watching them create. Along with painting and printmaking\, watercolor is one of my favorite mediums\, and I now teach all of this and more at R.I.T.” \nAlan Singer studied at the Art Students League\, and The Cooper Union where he received his BFA. Graduate study began at Cornell University for his MFA\,\nand he won scholarships to attend Yale University at Norfolk\, CT\, Boston University at Tanglewood\, MA\, and The Skowhegan School of Painting and Sculpture in Skowhegan\, ME. \nIn 1982\, he designed and illustrated an award winning series of U.S. postage stamps honoring the 50 State Birds and Flowers with his father\, the noted wildlife artist\, Arthur Singer. \nAlan has worked with publishers as an illustrator including The National Geographic\, Delacorte Press\, Putnam’s\, Random House\, and Reader’s Digest. He has written and designed publications: State Birds\, for Lodestar Books\, and Botanica 2000 for Sonnenberg Gardens. in 1999\, Rockport Press published his book “ Wildlife Art”\, and he is currently developing “ Studio Practice “ a book devoted to interviews and practical advice for working artists in America. \nHis writing has been published as well in Arts Magazine\, American Artist\, Step-by-Step Graphics\, American Ceramics\, Bookpress\, and chronicles cultural events for Metropolitan Magazine published by The Arts & Cultural\nCouncil in Rochester\, NY. Alan writes on his blog:  Visual Art Worker ( VAW) hosted by First Fridays\, at www.firstfridayrochester.org \nAlan Singer’s art has been featured in exhibitions at The Smithsonian in Washington D.C.\, The Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge\, MA\, and the Everson Museum of Art in Syracuse\, NY with numerous solo and group shows in galleries primarily in the east. \nFor more information:  www.singerarts.com \n  \n 
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/december-alan-singer-arthur-singer-my-father-his-artwork-and-the-culture-of-the-times-in-which-he-lived/
LOCATION:The Clover Center of the Arts and Spirituality/The Baptist Temple\, 1101 Clover Street\, Rochester\, NY\, 14610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings/Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171210T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171210T140000
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SUMMARY:Beginner Trip: Nations Road
DESCRIPTION:Sharpen your skills on wintering hawks and Short-eared Owl. Other wintering birds such as Horned Lark\, Snow Bunting\, and Lapland Longspur are often present.  \nMeet at the Tops Plaza in Avon — on Routes 5 and 20\, two miles west of I-390 — at 2:00 p.m. Dress warmly. Extra spotting scopes and FRS radios would be very helpful. \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\, and we will share our scopes. 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!
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/beginner-trip-nations-road-3/
LOCATION:Nations Road\, 2658-2682 Nations Rd\, Avon\, NY\, 14414\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginner Field Trips,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171209T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171209T120000
DTSTAMP:20260613T055824
CREATED:20171201T032544Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas Bird Count for Kids - Saturday\, December 9th\, 2017
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nCome help us count the birds that make their winter homes in Mendon Ponds!\nFor 117 years\, adults have counted birds every winter as part of the annual Christmas Bird Count\, and now it’s time for kids to join the fun! The Christmas Bird Count for Kids is a family-friendly bird-watching event that builds bird identification skills and contributes to scientific bird count data. \nThe adventure starts with a short indoor lesson to introduce the local birds and to practice using binoculars. We’ll then head outdoors to count the birds! Experienced birders will lead small teams of kids (and their parents) on different routes throughout Mendon Ponds Park\, as we attempt to find as many birds and as many species as possible. Each survey route will be 45-90 minutes (depending on the weather!)\, and at the end all the teams will meet up to tally their birds and to compare sightings. \n\nREGISTER NOW AT EVENTBRITE >>\n\nWho can come?\nWe welcome both beginning and advanced birders up to age 18\, but note that very young children may not be suited for this particular event. All children must be accompanied by an adult\, and registration is required. \nWhat to bring?\nPlease come prepared for the weather and bring binoculars and a field guide if you have them. Some additional binoculars and guides will be available for use at the event. We’ll have hot chocolate and light snacks on hand\, but help us save a tree by bringing your own mug! \nFussy details . . . \nWe’ll meet in the education room of Wild Wings\, located at 27 Pond Road – next to the Mendon Ponds Park Visitor’s Center. \nThis Christmas Bird Count for Kids is sponsored by the Rochester Birding Association and its Young Birders Program. Thanks to all our volunteers for supporting this event! \nMore questions? Contact Andrea Patterson at andrea.j.patterson-at-gmail.com. \n\nREGISTER NOW AT EVENTBRITE >>
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/christmas-bird-count-for-kids-saturday-december-9th-2017/
LOCATION:Mendon Ponds West (Wild Wings Parking Lot – Pond Road)\, 27 Pond Road\, Honeoye Falls\, NY\, 14472\, United States
CATEGORIES:Young Birder Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171209T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171209T080000
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SUMMARY:Conesus Lake Area Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:We’ll be looking for Tundra Swan\, Canvasback\, Redhead\, and other waterfowl.  \nMeet at Vitale Park on Route 20A in Lakeville at 8:00 a.m. The park is between Nothnagle’s and the US Post Office on the south (lake side) of 20A. Extra spotting scopes would be very helpful.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/conesus-lake-area-field-trip-4/
LOCATION:Conesus Lake Area\, Vitale Park\, Big Tree Road\, NY\, 14480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171203T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171203T070000
DTSTAMP:20260613T055824
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SUMMARY:Niagara River Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Looking for special gulls and waterfowl. The Niagara River area is famous for the variety and number of gulls in winter.  Can you pick out the rarities? This is a joint trip with the Buffalo Ornithological Society. \nMeet in Charlotte’s Ontario Beach parking lot at 7:00 a.m. or at Old Fort Niagara parking lot at 9:00 a.m..  Bring beverage and snacks for this is an all day trip. \nThere is heightened security at the border:  participants should bring passports.   \nDress warmly and in layers. Extra spotting scopes would be very helpful.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/niagara-river-field-trip-3/
LOCATION:Niagara River\, Old Fort Niagara\, Youngstown\, NY\, 14174\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171124T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171124T120000
DTSTAMP:20260613T055824
CREATED:20170125T153831Z
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SUMMARY:Afternoon Owl Trek Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:By the day after Thanksgiving\, wintering owls may have returned to the area while our resident owls remain close to their home turf. We’ll be looking for Eastern Screech-\, Great Horned\, Snowy and Short-eared Owl primarily in this trip that may involve driving between counties to get to where the owls are! \nMeet in the Ontario Beach Park (Charlotte) parking lot near the river at 12:00 noon where we can make carpool arrangements and begin our trek.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/afternoon-owl-trek-field-trip-2/
LOCATION:Charlotte / Ontario Beach Park\, Charlotte Park\, 4800 Lake Avenue\, Rochester\, NY\, 14613\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171119T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171119T230000
DTSTAMP:20260613T055824
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SUMMARY:Young Birder Field Trip:  Durand Eastman Park
DESCRIPTION:Believe it or not\, mid-November can be an interesting time of year for birds!  Winter waterfowl and songbirds are arriving in large numbers\, and at the same time lingering half-hardy passerines can be found skulking in isolated pockets.\n\nThis month we’ll start by taking a walk through Durand Eastman Park.  We’ll likely see a mix of common winter passerines like woodpeckers\, robins\, chickadees\, titmice\, Cedar Waxwings\, finches and cardinals\, but with a little luck they’ll be supplemented by something special.  While only seen once or twice\, Bohemian Waxwing\, Red Crossbill\, White-winged Crossbill and Pine Grosbeak have all put in appearances in the park during November!\n\nAfter we’ve worn out our walking legs\, we’ll take a quick drive to the Irondequoit Bay Outlet where we should be able to get good looks at several species of waterfowl and gulls.  Long-tailed Ducks\, Bufflehead\, Common Goldeneye\, three mergansers\, and other ducks are sometimes joined by loons\, scaup\, scoters and grebes.  The platoons of Ring-billed Gulls are joined by Herring\, Bonaparte’s\, and Great Black-backed Gulls.\n\nFor Young Birders only.   Interested kids are welcome to join at no cost.\n\n\nMeeting Place:  Meet in the Lake Shore Blvd. parking lot between Zoo Road and Log Cabin Road (Parking Lot D) \nRBA Leader:  Andrea Patterson (cell – 585-490-5361)\nBirding Leader:  Lynn Bergmeyer (cell – 585-576-0422) \nRBA Youth Leader:  we need a volunteer! \n\nPhoto credit: Cedar Waxwing – Lakeview Church Trail – © Jeanne Verhulst – May 18\, 2016
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/young-birder-field-trip-durand-eastman-park/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Young Birder Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171112T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171112T080000
DTSTAMP:20260613T055824
CREATED:20170125T153636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170125T153636Z
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SUMMARY:Durand Eastman Park Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Waxwings\, winter finches\, and lingering migrants are possible as well as Snowy Owl. We may visit Irondequoit Bay to look for waterfowl.  \nMeet in the Lakeshore Blvd. parking lot between Zoo and Log Cabin Roads (Parking Lot D) at 8:00 a.m.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/durand-eastman-park-field-trip-8/
LOCATION:Durand Eastman Park\, Lakeshore Boulevard\, Rochester\, NY\, 14620\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171109T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171109T210000
DTSTAMP:20260613T055824
CREATED:20171019T160447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171019T160447Z
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SUMMARY:November:  Andrea Patterson - "A Bird in the Hand"
DESCRIPTION:Braddock Bay Bird Observatory (BBBO) was founded in 1986 with the purpose of studying stopover ecology on the south shore of Lake Ontario. Operating with an all-volunteer staff\, BBBO has developed a 30-year dataset consisting of nearly 250\,000 records. Individually and collectively\, these records tell fascinating stories of bird behavior\, movement and survival across an increasingly challenging landscape. Come hear Andrea Patterson\, President\, Education Director and Newsletter Editor for BBBO\, talk about the joyful moments\, surprising revelations\, and occasional heartbreak of birding in the hand. \nAndrea Patterson began volunteering at Braddock Bay Bird Observatory in 2009\, and banded her first bird in the spring of 2010 when she took a bander training class from Elizabeth Brooks. Since then\, she has handled 10\,000 birds as part of the Observatory’s long-term migration study. Patterson currently serves on the boards of North American Banding Council\, Eastern Bird Banding Association\, Braddock Bay Bird Observatory\, and Rochester Birding Association. After first learning to bird in the hand\, she is now learning to bird with binoculars but stubbornly refuses to keep anything but a mental life list. \n  \n 
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/november-andrea-patterson-a-bird-in-the-hand/
LOCATION:The Clover Center of the Arts and Spirituality/The Baptist Temple\, 1101 Clover Street\, Rochester\, NY\, 14610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings/Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171021T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171021T090000
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SUMMARY:Batavia Wastewater Treatment Plant Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Why a Wastewater Treatment Plant? Open water and a great location mean that this spot appears regularly on the fall birding mailing lists. Learn how to navigate the terrain (all driving) and discover the great opportunity this spot (and its helpful staff) offers. \nWe will carpool. Meet at the parking lot of the 7-11  at the junction of Routes 33 and 19 at 9:00 a.m. Drive about 20 miles west of Rochester on I-490 to Exit 2. Turn right (west) on Route 33 and go about one mile to the junction with Route 19. Turn left (south) and then immediately left into the parking lot.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/batavia-wastewater-treatment-plant-field-trip-4/
LOCATION:Batavia Wastewater Treatment Plant\, 9 Treadeasy Ave\, Batavia\, NY\, 14020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171015T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171015T080000
DTSTAMP:20260613T055824
CREATED:20170122T212422Z
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SUMMARY:Hamlin Beach State Park Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:We’ll start off walking wooded and brushy areas of the park\, looking for thrushes\, sparrows\, and maybe a half-hardy warbler or two. After that\, we’ll stop by the Lake Watch to view ducks on the water and in flight\, learning about the Lake Watch process as we share scopes. Dress appropriately for cooler weather along the lake\, and wear comfortable footwear. \nMeet at 8:00 AM in Hamlin Beach State Park\, Parking Lot 1.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/hamlin-beach-state-park-field-trip-6/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171014T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171014T110000
DTSTAMP:20260613T055824
CREATED:20170122T211946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170122T211946Z
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SUMMARY:Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:We’ll look for migrant ducks\, owls\, and various passerines in this “Get to Know Iroquois in Autumn” trip.  \nMeet at the Brockport Park-and-Ride on Route 31 (west of Wegmans/Route 19) at 11:00 a.m. Bring a snack for lunch and beverages as needed. \n 
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/iroquois-national-wildlife-refuge-field-trip-7/
LOCATION:Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge\, Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171014T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171014T110000
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SUMMARY:Young Birder Event: Hamlin Beach Lakewatch
DESCRIPTION:Dust off your scopes\, because this month we’re going on a lakewatch! Join us as we work with local expert Andy Guthrie to find migrating waterfowl\, gulls\, and passerines at Hamlin Beach State Park. \nWe’ll start by looking out over the lake for waterfowl and gulls. New birders can get fantastic looks at ducks in the water\, and more experienced birders will find it a fun challenge to identify the fly-bys. Whether you can’t tell the difference between a duck and a goose\, want to learn the difference between the different scoters\, or are interested in scanning the horizon for the elusive jaegers\, this trip has something for everyone! \nAs we’re scanning the water\, we’ll also be watching and listening for passerines overhead. Flocks of winter birds – Horned Lark\, Snow Buntings\, Lapland Longspurs\, and a mix of finches are a welcome noisy distraction. If the lake is slow\, we may take a walk through the trails at Hamlin Beach looking for lingering migrants and newly arriving wintering passerines. \nWe’ll meet at 8:00 AM in Parking Area 4. Binoculars are helpful and we’ll definitely be using scopes\, but birders without scopes will be happy to know that our experienced crew is good about sharing. The event is free and open to any kids (and their parents) interested in birding. Unless prior arrangements are made\, parents must stay with their children for the duration of the trip. \nFor additional information\, contact Andrea Patterson
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/young-birder-event-hamlin-beach-lakewatch/
LOCATION:Hamlin Beach State Park\, 1 Camp Hill Road\, Hamlin\, NY\, 14464\, United States
CATEGORIES:Young Birder Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171012T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171012T210000
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SUMMARY:October:  Scott Weidensaul - "Birds Matter. Period."
DESCRIPTION:By the time Foster E.L. Beal died in 1916\, the eminent ornithologist had poked through the stomachs of more than 37\,000 birds\, trying to decipher by their diets which were “good” and which were “bad.”  More than a century later\, we’re still making economic arguments for why birds matter — and writer and researcher Scott Weidensaul is tired of it. \nJoin Weidensaul to learn why\, more than ever\, birds — which circle the globe in astounding migrations\, which fill the world with color and song and vivid life — matter. Period. \nScott Weidensaul is the author of more than two dozen books on natural history\, including the Pulitzer Prize finalist “Living on the Wind\,” about bird migration\, “Return to Wild America\,” and “The First Frontier: The Forgotten History of Struggle\, Savagery and Endurance in Early America.” His newest book\, “The Peterson Reference Guide to Owls of North America and the Caribbean\,” has just been published. Weidensaul is a contributing editor for Audubon\, a columnist for Bird Watcher’s Digest and writes for a variety of other publications; he lives in the mountains of eastern Pennsylvania\, where he studies the migration of owls and hummingbirds. \n  \n 
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/october-scott-weidensaul-birds-matter-period/
LOCATION:The Clover Center of the Arts and Spirituality/The Baptist Temple\, 1101 Clover Street\, Rochester\, NY\, 14610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings/Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170923T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170923T100000
DTSTAMP:20260613T055824
CREATED:20170122T211743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170122T211743Z
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SUMMARY:Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:We’ll be looking for waterfowl and migrating shorebirds. \nMeet in Bushnell’s Basin Park and Ride at 10:00 a.m. Pack a lunch. The meeting site is off Route 96 just south of Exit 27 from I-490. Extra spotting scopes and FRS radios would be very helpful.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/montezuma-national-wildlife-refuge-field-trip-10/
LOCATION:Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge\, Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge\, Seneca Falls\, NY\, 13148\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge Seneca Falls NY 13148 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge:geo:-76.7406929,42.9669513
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170914T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170914T210000
DTSTAMP:20260613T055824
CREATED:20170629T184228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170629T184228Z
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SUMMARY:September:  Dominic Sherony - "An Overview of Hawaiian Birds"
DESCRIPTION:Come hear an interesting and educational talk about Hawaiian birds by a long-time birder and RBAer\, Dominic Sherony. Not a travelog\, although there will be some great photos\, we will learn about the history of a number of Hawaiian birds\, both endemics and introduced species–just in time to make your plans for winter vacations! \nRecently\, the ABA has added the birds of the Hawaiian Islands to its “ABA List”. This might encourage more birders to develop an interest in this distant island chain. The birds and plants of Hawaii are remarkable and the birds have adapted to the unusual plant communities.  \nIn approaching the subject of the birds as an overview\, three main subjects will be covered: the origins and history of the endemic birds and the relationship between the honeycreepers to their environment\, the reasons why different bird species were introduced into Hawaii and their historical success\, and finally a brief look at the breeding seabirds and wintering shorebirds of Hawaii. \nDominic Sherony was born and grew up in northern Illinois and attended University of Detroit and Illinois Institute of Technology\, completing degrees in Chemical Engineering.  He worked for Xerox Corporation for 31 years after graduate school. In that period\, Dominic took up bird watching as a hobby in 1972 and has been an active birder since\, especially after his retirement.  Dominic has many and varied interests in birding including leading local trips.  He was a member of the New York State Avian Records Committee for eleven years\, and was a region co-coordinator for the NYS breeding bird atlas. Dominic has written numerous papers about birds\, volunteers at a Braddock Bay Bird Observatory\,  enjoys the challenge of photographing birds\, and occasionally give talks. \n 
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/september-dominic-sherony-an-overview-of-hawaiian-birds/
LOCATION:The Clover Center of the Arts and Spirituality/The Baptist Temple\, 1101 Clover Street\, Rochester\, NY\, 14610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings/Speakers
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SUMMARY:Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:We’ll be looking for migrating waterfowl and shorebirds.  Bald Eagle and other migrants are likely. \nMeet in Bushnell’s Basin Park and Ride at 1:00 p.m.   The meeting site is off Route 96 just south of Exit 27 from I-490. \nExtra spotting scopes and FRS radios would be very helpful.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/montezuma-national-wildlife-refuge-field-trip-9/
LOCATION:Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge\, Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge\, Seneca Falls\, NY\, 13148\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Beginner Trip: Charlotte & Badgerow Park
DESCRIPTION:We’ll be looking for shorebirds\, warblers\, and other fall migrants in Greece and environs. George W. Badgerow Park is a small area that offers good vantage points along pleasant trails\, with the occasional surprise rarity.  We’ll look for gulls in many plumages and some shorebirds\, too.  \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. at Ontario Beach Park in Charlotte in the northeast corner of the parking lot\, beside the Genesee River outlet.  Extra spotting scopes would be very helpful.\n \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\, and we will share our scopes. 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!
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/beginner-trip-charlotte-badgerow-park-4/
LOCATION:Charlotte / Ontario Beach Park\, Charlotte Park\, 4800 Lake Avenue\, Rochester\, NY\, 14613\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginner Field Trips,Field Trips
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