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SUMMARY:Woodcock Courtship Flight at Owl Woods
DESCRIPTION:This will be an evening trip for woodcock courtship flight. If you’ve never seen this spectacle\, prepare to be amazed: birds call noisily (peenting) from the ground in grassy fields before spiraling rapidly up high\, making twittering\, kissing-like sounds at the apex of their ascent and descending silently back down\, only to start the cycle anew. An amazing sight! \nFields may be wet and muddy. Boots are strongly recommended. Bring a flashlight or headlamp. \nMeet at 7:00 p.m. in the parking lot across from Owl Woods. Take the Manitou Beach Road exit from Ontario State Parkway. Turn north then right into the parking lot. \nLeader: Neal Reilly 518-256-9147 and co-leader Robert Buckert 585-269-4206 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/woodcock-courtship-flight-at-owl-woods-3/
LOCATION:Owl Woods\, 349 Manitou Beach Road\, Rochester\, NY\, 14468\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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SUMMARY:April:  Randi Minetor - "How Birds Created the World … and Other Stories from The Complete Language of Birds"
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, April 10\, 2025\nSpeaker:  Randi Minetor – “How Birds Created the World … and Other Stories from The Complete Language of Birds” \n\nAncient Egyptians believed that the Earth began as an egg laid by a giant goose. Ojibwa people of America’s northern plains tell of a Great Flood that swept away the world’s evils\, and the bird that braved the deep waters to bring a bit of soil up from the bottom to restore land at the surface. European scientists once believed that swans survived the winters by turning themselves into barnacles and adhering to the bottoms of ships\, transforming back into swans in spring. These and many other tales told in Randi Minetor’s latest book\, The Complete Language of Birds\, bring us back to a time when birds seemed like magical beings with the answers for so many of the world’s questions. \nBestselling author Randi Minetor has written more than 90 books\, including the Birdfinding and Best Easy Bird Guides series for Falcon Guides/Globe Pequot Press\, and she is the author of Backyard Birding and Butterfly Gardening for Lyons Press. Her most recent book\, The Complete Language of Birds\, is an encyclopedia that unites classic illustrations\, science\, folklore\, and mythology about more than 400 bird species around the world. She writes for Birding Magazine\, serves as an editor of regional reports for North American Birds\, and has served as president of the Rochester Birding Association. \n\nLook for the Zoom link in your email a few days prior to the meeting. The Zoom Room will open at 6:45 PM.  Don’t wait until the last minute to sign on\, you might be left out!
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/april-randi-minetor-how-birds-created-the-world/
LOCATION:Asbury First Methodist Church\, 1050 East Avenue\, Rochester\, NY\, 14607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings/Speakers
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SUMMARY:High Acres Nature Area
DESCRIPTION:Over 130 bird species have been observed at HANA including more than 70 that nest in the diverse habitats found there. During this field trip we expect to see at least 40 species returning to nest or on their way to northern nesting grounds. Our approximately two-mile walk over mostly flat trails will explore about 250 acres at HANA and include some wet spots requiring at least ankle-high waterproof shoes or boots. No restrooms available. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. at the parking lot on Perinton Parkway approximately 1/4 mile east of the Waste Management offices. \nLeader: Rosemary Reilly 585-748-0802 and co-leaders Brian Rohrs and Gayle Lazoration 585-281-9534 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/high-acres-nature-area-4/
LOCATION:High Acres Nature Area (HANA)\, 425 Perinton Parkway\, Fairport\, NY\, 14450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Highland Park - A joint trip with the Highland Park Conservancy
DESCRIPTION:We’ll be looking for spring migrants while enjoying lovely flora. This walk would be gorgeous even without the birds\, but it does have birds in abundance!  Find out where people have spotted the rarities that pop up in this urban treasure. Dress for the weather. We will be mostly walking on paved walkways with gentle hills; walking in grass\, a possibility. No restrooms available. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. on Reservoir Avenue in front of the Conservatory building. \nLeader: Jeanne Verhulst 585-362-0803 and co-leader Amy Kahn 585-310-2330 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/highland-park-a-joint-trip-with-the-highland-park-conservancy/
LOCATION:Highland Park\, Reservoir Avenue\, Rochester\, NY\, 14620\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Braddock Bay Hotspots—Braddock Bay Park\, East Spit\, Burger Park\, West Spit\, Owl Woods
DESCRIPTION:Locations to be determined based on where the birds are at the time. The trip will end at the Braddock Bay Park where Bird of Prey Days will be in full swing. Carpooling is encouraged. Dress for the weather and muddy trails. \nMeet at 8:30 a.m. at the Braddock Bay Park main parking lot. \nLeader:  Neal Reilly 518-256-9147 and co-leader Robert Crandall 585-278-3455 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/braddock-bay-hotspots-braddock-bay-park-east-spit-burger-park-west-spit-owl-woods/
LOCATION:Braddock Bay Park\, 199 East Manitou Road\, Greece\, NY\, 14612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Four Mile Creek Preserve\, Webster
DESCRIPTION:We will look for spring migrants along the approximately 2 to 3 miles of gently rolling hiking trails. The trails will most likely be muddy\, so appropriate footwear is recommended. No restrooms available. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. in the preserve parking lot at the SE corner of Lake Road and Phillips Road in Webster. \nLeader: Christina Hoh 973-224-7009 and co-leaders Sheryl Gracewski and Tom Nash 585-261-6975 \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/four-mile-creek-preserve-webster-3/
LOCATION:Four Mile Creek Preserve\, Phillips & Lake Road\, Webster\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Cobb's Hill Park
DESCRIPTION:With spring in full swing\, come to one of Rochester’s best-kept birding secrets: Cobb’s Hill Park’s Washington Grove. Colorful warblers and other spring migrants arrive en masse at this urban oasis of tall stately trees. We will search for Yellow-rumped\, Black-throated Blue\, Black-throated Green\, Nashville\, and Black-and-white Warblers among others. We will likely hear the flute-like Wood Thrush and see Hermit Thrushes searching the ground for food. Sparrows\, orioles\, and perhaps a Scarlet Tanager will make an appearance. The entrances into the grove have two short steep trails the main trails are gentle hills. No restrooms available. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m. under the conifers opposite the reservoir at the flat section of Reservoir Road. Access to Reservoir Road is from Highland Avenue. Look for two stone pillars at the road entrance; the road goes up a hill. (DO NOT use the Nunda Blvd. entrance to Washington Grove). \nLeaders: Tom and Jeanne Verhulst 585-362-0803\, Sue Robertson 585-427-2535 and Pat Martin 585-301-5485  \n  \nRBA Field Trip Guidelines \nAll field trips go rain/snow or shine unless there is a travel advisory issued. Trips run approximately 2 to 4 hours. Bring binoculars. Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Please arrive at the designated meeting location 10 minutes before the start time of the trip. Colds\, flu\, and COVID are still around–if you’re not feeling well\, please stay home. Please carpool when possible! \nWaive and Release from Liability: By participating in this field trip you acknowledge that you assume all risks and hazards incidental to the activities of the event. You further release\, absolve\, hold harmless\, defend and indemnify the Rochester Birding Association\, Inc. and all individually named organizers\, leaders\, and participants of the event. In case of injury\, you hereby waive all claims against all organizers\, leaders\, and participants. \nPhoto/Video Waiver: If you do not consent to have your image used by the RBA in the manner next described\, upon arrival at the trip\, please write “no photo” after your name on the sign-in Field Trip Roster. Otherwise\, by attending this field trip you hereby grant permission to the Rochester Birding Association to take and publish photos or videos of you in connection with the event listed above\, with or without your name\, and for any lawful purpose including\, for example\, such purposes as publicity\, illustration\, advertising\, and web content.
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/cobbs-hill-park-3/
LOCATION:Cobbs Hill Park\, Culver Road and Norris Drive\, Rochester\, NY\, 14610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Birds and Brews - BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse
DESCRIPTION:BIRDS AND BREWS \nJoin us for craft beers and conversation! \nA chance to meet up and socialize with people who love birds. \nWednesday\, April 30\, 2025\n6:00 – 9:00 p.m.\nBJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse\n760 Jefferson Road\, Henrietta \nThis pub and restaurant features an extensive selection\nof craft beers\, ciders\, wines\, and a full-service bar for cocktails\,\nas well as a full menu and table service.\nThey’re famous for their deep-dish pizza\, by the way.\nThey’re even willing to turn down the music in our section\, so we can hear each other!\nhttps://www.bjsrestaurants.com
URL:https://rochesterbirding.org/event/birds-and-brews-bjs-restaurant-and-brewhouse-2/
LOCATION:BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse\, 760 Jefferson Road\, Rochester\, New York\, 14623\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds and Brews
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