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SUMMARY:Bird migration in the Anthropocene: Opportunities and Challenges Defining the State of the Art in Studying Bird Movements
DESCRIPTION:Andrew Farnsworth \nBirdCast is a collaborative project that employs the expertises of computer scientists and ornithologists to harness the power of big data to study movements of birds and\, more broadly\, capture the spectacle of bird migration. I will be speaking about monitoring bird migration with data collected by citizen scientists and the US weather surveillance radar network to forecast where\, when\, and how many birds will migrate and to observe these movements in near real-time at a continental scale. I will discuss magnitudes and extents of migration\, challenges of monitoring birds’ nocturnal movements at scales relevant to their biology\, and ways we use radar to remotely sense interconnected patterns in time and space. Birds truly represent dynamic and global communities\, and recent trends in methods and analyses showcase what may be the future of bird migration research and conservation to study birds’ complex roles in terrestrial\, aerial\, and aquatic systems. In the age of big data and observation\, the potential of what remains for us to learn is inspiring. \n  \nAndrew Farnsworth is a Visiting Scientist in the Center for Avian Population Studies at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. Andrew began birding at age 5 and quickly developed his long-standing fascinations with bird migration. His current research applies remote sensing technologies\, including weather surveillance radar\, audio and video recording and monitoring tools\, citizen science datasets\, and machine learning techniques\, to study bird movements. 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. He lives in New York\, NY with his wife Patti and two daughters Aja and Elle. Andrew is also active in his family foundation\, whose mission includes support for climate change education\, promoting women’s health and rights\, children’s education\, and land conservation. He is also a musician when time and space allow. \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/wild-turkey-research-in-pennsylvania/
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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/2025-11-06/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T083000
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SUMMARY:Valley Forge Park - Pawlings Farm Area
DESCRIPTION:For: Migrants and local fall birds \nPlace: Parking area below dam\, 8:30 a.m. \nLeader: Rick Wolf (610-933-6414\, randewolf@icloud.com) \nNote: We will explore some of the fields looking for fall residents and migrants. This will be a 2.5-hour trip with moderate walking. \nDirections: From Route 202\, take 252 north about 2.5 miles to Route 23. Turn left on Route 23. Go about 1.5 miles\, turn right on Ferry Lane\, then right on Pawlings Road. Go about 1 mile\, turn right at Pawlings Farm sign. Park on lot after farm house. \n 
URL:https://westchesterbirdclub.org/event/valley-forge-park-pawlings-farm-area/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T080000
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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\, Venmo\, or cash 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. \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. \nPlease note that the property is private but you can always visit during our planned trips. \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-52/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Shaw's Bridge Park\, West Chester\, PA
DESCRIPTION:For: Seasonal Birds \nPlace: Shaw’s Bridge Park at 274 S. Creek Road\, West Chester\, PA. \nLeaders: Mary Bryant (mbryantvmd@gmail.com) \nNote: We will explore the trail looking for seasonal birds. This walk is about 1.5 miles and should take around 2 hours. \nDirections: Park at lot; there is a port-a-potty there. \nShaw’s Bridge Park
URL:https://westchesterbirdclub.org/event/shaws-bridge-park/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T083000
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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/2025-11-13/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Chester County Parks Birding Series - Black Rock Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:For: Fall Residents \nPlace: 953 Black Rock Road\, Phoenixville\, PA 19460\, 8:00 a.m. \nLeader: John Mercer (484-459-2062\, mercer1135@aol.com) \nNote:  This outing will cover about 1-2 miles through woods and fields and will last approximately 2 hours.  A portable restroom is available on site.  This field trip is a collaboration between WCBC and Valley Forge Audubon Society. \nDirections: From Route 202N take route 29 towards Phoenixville. Turn left on to Main Street. After crossing the bridge\, turn Right on High then left on Dayton Street which becomes Route 113. Follow Rt. 113 to Park on right side. \nBlack Rock Sanctuary
URL:https://westchesterbirdclub.org/event/chester-county-parks-birding-series-4-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251117T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251117T213000
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SUMMARY:Ecological Sustainability in West Chester Borough
DESCRIPTION:Will Williams – Sustainability Director – Borough of West Chester \nMr. Williams will present on past\, present\, and future projects\, initiatives\, and policy related to ecological sustainability and habitat restoration in the borough. Will is a Chester County native and avid birder\, who lived in West Chester for 12 years and worked for the borough for six. Recent additions to his lifelist include a Yellow-billed Cuckoo in Delaware\, a Cerulean Warbler in Chadds Ford\, and a Great Tit in Morocco. \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/ecological-sustainability-in-west-chester-borough/
CATEGORIES:Meetings & Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T083000
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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/2025-11-20/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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