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SUMMARY:Cape May\, Cape May\, NJ
DESCRIPTION:For: Fall migrants\, warblers\, shorebirds and waterfowl \nPlace for Saturday: Cape May Point State Park Lighthouse parking lot\, 7:30 a.m. \nPlace for Sunday: Higbee Beach parking lot\, 7:00 a.m. \nLeaders: Barry Blust (610-458-5616\, barryblust@comcast.net) \nNote: Contact Barry for details. Please make your own reservations if you plan on staying overnight. \nNote: This trip involves considerable walking\, 2 to 4 miles each day\, over relatively flat terrain\, but some walking in sand will be involved. Please join us both days or either day. \nCape May Bird Observatory \nCape May Point State Park
URL:https://westchesterbirdclub.org/event/cape-may-nj/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231002T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231002T213000
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SUMMARY:Leave the Leaves and Dive Into Shade Gardening Instead
DESCRIPTION:Pat Sutton \nEvery-day gardeners who transition into wildlife gardening often have a hard time rethinking the many tasks they’ve tackled for years\, tasks that are highly hazardous to the very wildlife they are working so hard to attract and benefit. Pat Sutton will open your eyes to a world of life hidden in fallen leaves\, which to her are anything but leaf “litter.” She will uncover the secret lives of butterflies and moths\, bumble bees and other beneficial pollinators\, salamanders\, fireflies and so much more through the winter months\, all tucked safely in and under leaf litter. As late winter and early spring arrive\, she will showcase the many native wildflowers that so easily bust through the deepest leaf litter and light up shade gardens throughout her yard. \n  \nPat Sutton lives near Cape May\, New Jersey\, the world renowned migratory crossroads that is famous for its hawk\, owl\, songbird\, shorebird\, dragonfly\, and Monarch butterfly migration. She has keenly studied the natural world for over 30 years. \n  \nPat and her husband Clay’s landmark book\, Birds and Birding at Cape May (Stackpole Books\, 2006)\, is the in-depth result of their efforts over many years documenting and protecting the migration and the hometown that they so love. Pat and Clay Sutton together have co-authored How to Spot Butterflies (1999)\, How to Spot Hawks & Eagles (1996)\, and How to Spot an Owl (1994)\, all published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. \n  \nPat has been a working naturalist since 1977\, first for the Cape May Point State Park and then for 21 years with New Jersey Audubon’s Cape May Bird Observatory\, where she was the Naturalist and Program Director (1986 to 2007). Pat has a Masters Degree from Rowan University in Environmental Education and an undergraduate degree in Literature from the State University of New York at Oneonta. Today\, Pat is a free-lance writer\, photographer\, naturalist\, educator\, lecturer\, tour leader\, and wildlife habitat / conservation gardening educator. Pat is a passionate wildlife habitat gardener and advocate for butterflies\, moths\, bees (all pollinators)\, birds\, dragonflies\, frogs\, toads\, and other critters. Pat has taught about wildlife-friendly and native plant gardening for over 30 years. Sutton’s own wildlife garden is a “teaching garden” featured in many programs\, workshops\, and garden tours. \n  \nNote: This meeting will be held in person at the meeting house and via Zoom. Zoom signon will start at 7:15 to enable the meeting to begin at 7:30.
URL:https://westchesterbirdclub.org/event/leave-the-leaves-and-dive-into-shade-gardening-instead/
CATEGORIES:Meetings & Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231005T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231005T103000
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SUMMARY:Every Thursday Morning Exton Park\, Exton\, PA
DESCRIPTION:For: Seasonal birds \nPlace: Exton Park\, 8:30 a.m. \nLeader: Various leaders in conjunction with Friends of Exton Park \nNote: Formerly known as Church Farm Pond and now a part of Exton Park\, this pond and surrounding wetland had been a popular birding spot for years. \nDirections: From the intersection of Routes 30 and 202\, drive west along Route 30 and turn right on Valley Creek Blvd. At the end of the road\, make a left on Swedesford Road and park in the gravel parking lot on your left where the perimeter trail starts. This is a 1.5 mile walk and will take between 1.5 and 2 hours. \nExton Park
URL:https://westchesterbirdclub.org/event/every-thursday-morning/2023-10-05/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231021
DTSTAMP:20260521T070915
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SUMMARY:River of Raptors - Veracruz\, Mexico with Pronatura
DESCRIPTION:For: Raptors especially the migration of Swainson’s Hawks plus local and migrating birds of Central Mexico. \nLeaders: John Mercer (484-459-2062\, mercer1135@aol.com) \nNote1:  The primary target of this trip is to view the amazing raptor migration in Veracruz\, Mexico. This is the count site for the “River of Raptors”\, the largest raptor migration in the world. Swainson’s Hawks make up the majority of the migrants but many other hawk species will be moving with them. Besides going to the hawk watches\, local guides from Pronatura (the nonprofit that runs the raptor counts in Veracruz) will take us to several other locations to find birds. Some of these are Juan Angel beach\, Villa Rica Lagoon\, the Quiahuixtlan ruins\, Highlands of Perote\, and Las Barrancas\, a grassland and wetlands. A visit to the Museum of Anthropology of Xalapa and boat trip on la Antigua river are included. Some of the birds that may be found include Aplomado Falcon\, Blue Mockingbird\, Bearded Wood-partridge\, Blue-capped Motmot\, Green Jay\, Elegant Euphonia\, Red Warbler\, Golden-browed Warbler\, Crescent-chested Warbler\, Lucifer Hummingbird\, Mexican Violetear\, Mountain Trogon\, Olivaceus Woodcreeper\, Black-headed Nightingale Thrush\, Yellow Headed Parrot\, Lineated Woodpecker and Canivet’s Emerald. \nNote2: This trip will be limited to 12 participants and has a minimum of 6 participants. Costs will be dependent on the number of participants. Early registration with the leader is important. If you are interested in doing this trip\, even if you are not sure\, please let the leader know as soon as possible so we save the correct number and mix of rooms before they sell out. There is time to cancel the reservations if you change your mind\, but may not be a chance to add any if you decide to go last minute. \nNote3: Price range estimate. The price includes hotels\, food and drinks except alcohol and transportation. It does not include tips for the guides\, driver or maids if you are so inclined. Needless to say\, I would like to get this to 10 people\, it is a fantastic trip\, that you can learn more about on May 1 when I give my presentation Veracruz\, The River of Raptors with Hawk Mountain to the WCBC. If you have any interest in raptors\, this is a trip you should do at least once in your lifetime.\n10-12 people Single: $2900\, Double $2700\n8-9 people: Single 3500 Double $3300\n6-7 people: Single $4700 Double $4400 \nThe Veracruz River of Raptors Success Story\nVeracruz River of Raptors
URL:https://westchesterbirdclub.org/event/river-of-raptors-veracruz-mexico-with-pronatura/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231012T083000
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SUMMARY:Every Thursday Morning Exton Park\, Exton\, PA
DESCRIPTION:For: Seasonal birds \nPlace: Exton Park\, 8:30 a.m. \nLeader: Various leaders in conjunction with Friends of Exton Park \nNote: Formerly known as Church Farm Pond and now a part of Exton Park\, this pond and surrounding wetland had been a popular birding spot for years. \nDirections: From the intersection of Routes 30 and 202\, drive west along Route 30 and turn right on Valley Creek Blvd. At the end of the road\, make a left on Swedesford Road and park in the gravel parking lot on your left where the perimeter trail starts. This is a 1.5 mile walk and will take between 1.5 and 2 hours. \nExton Park
URL:https://westchesterbirdclub.org/event/every-thursday-morning/2023-10-12/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231016T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231016T213000
DTSTAMP:20260521T070915
CREATED:20230714T192854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230727T181515Z
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SUMMARY:NO MEETING THIS WEEK
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URL:https://westchesterbirdclub.org/event/endangered-species-erie-bird-observatory-at-presque-isle-state-park/
CATEGORIES:Meetings & Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231019T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231019T103000
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CREATED:20220909T172839Z
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SUMMARY:Every Thursday Morning Exton Park\, Exton\, PA
DESCRIPTION:For: Seasonal birds \nPlace: Exton Park\, 8:30 a.m. \nLeader: Various leaders in conjunction with Friends of Exton Park \nNote: Formerly known as Church Farm Pond and now a part of Exton Park\, this pond and surrounding wetland had been a popular birding spot for years. \nDirections: From the intersection of Routes 30 and 202\, drive west along Route 30 and turn right on Valley Creek Blvd. At the end of the road\, make a left on Swedesford Road and park in the gravel parking lot on your left where the perimeter trail starts. This is a 1.5 mile walk and will take between 1.5 and 2 hours. \nExton Park
URL:https://westchesterbirdclub.org/event/every-thursday-morning/2023-10-19/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231022T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231022T110000
DTSTAMP:20260521T070915
CREATED:20230928T002121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T002312Z
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SUMMARY:The Great Marsh
DESCRIPTION:For: Fall Migrants & Early Winter Residents \nPlace: 28 Moores Road\, Elverson\, PA\, 8:00 a.m. \nLeader: Mike Coulter. If you plan to attend please email the Great Marsh Institute at lori@greatmarshinstitute.org to let them know to expect you. This will help them to organize and keep groups small. This event is free but donations are always welcome via PayPal or donations at the door. \nNote: Join local birding expert Mike Coulter as he guides us through the Great Marsh\, an ancient periglacial marsh and the largest marsh in Southeastern Pennsylvania.\n \nThis event is hosted by the Great Marsh Institute\, a non-profit with the mission of supporting scientific studies and educational opportunities for all! This event is free\, but donations of any amount are welcome to support the Institute! For full trip details see here. This will be about a 3 hour walk. Conditions could be muddy and very wet so wear appropriate footwear.\n \nPlease note that the property is private but you can always visit during our planned trips.\n \nDirections: The marsh is off of Rt. 401 four miles northwest of Rt. 100 at Ludwig’s Corner. Lat/Long = 40.127651\, -75.767697 or use 28 Moores Road for GPS directions. Meet at the grassy parking area at the top of the hill near 28 Moores Road. Once you turn off of Rt. 401 on to Moore’s Road proceed 1/4 mile along the gravel road. You will cross a bridge and at the 1/4 mile mark make a right up the hill on the paved part of the drive. This is the first right after the bridge. At the top of the hill you should see other cars parked in the meeting area.
URL:https://westchesterbirdclub.org/event/the-great-marsh-31/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T103000
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SUMMARY:Every Thursday Morning Exton Park\, Exton\, PA
DESCRIPTION:For: Seasonal birds \nPlace: Exton Park\, 8:30 a.m. \nLeader: Various leaders in conjunction with Friends of Exton Park \nNote: Formerly known as Church Farm Pond and now a part of Exton Park\, this pond and surrounding wetland had been a popular birding spot for years. \nDirections: From the intersection of Routes 30 and 202\, drive west along Route 30 and turn right on Valley Creek Blvd. At the end of the road\, make a left on Swedesford Road and park in the gravel parking lot on your left where the perimeter trail starts. This is a 1.5 mile walk and will take between 1.5 and 2 hours. \nExton Park
URL:https://westchesterbirdclub.org/event/every-thursday-morning/2023-10-26/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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