OCAS board members Nancy Farren and Jim Van Gelder will take us on a beautiful sunset stroll through the Schunnemunk Meadows to see native wildflowers, nesting birds, and the sunset over the Moodna Viaduct. The flat, paved trail will cover about 1.5 miles. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water and bug spray.

Check the OCAS website or Facebook page before coming in case rain or thunderstorms force us to reschedule. Registration is recommended at info@orangecountynyaudubon.org.

Please park along the cul-de-sac at the end of Ironwood Drive, not in the private apartment complex. 

Check the OCAS website or Facebook page before coming in case rain or thunderstorms force us to reschedule. Registration is recommended at info@orangecountynyaudubon.org.

Join Dr. Walter Jahn to see grasslands birds and brilliant native flora at Shawangunk Grassland National Wildlife Refuge. We will start at the wildlife observation platforms and then walk along flat trails on a two-hour loop. Wear sunscreen and comfy shoes and bring your binoculars.

Come out on Earth Day weekend for a bird- and art-filled excursion led by Orange County Audubon Society board members Roberta Schiffer Rahmer and Diane Tuttle. The tour will traverse the meadows, ponds, and woods at Storm King Art Center to appreciate the variety of avian species and ecosystems that are an essential part of the sculpture installations.

Following the bird walk, artist Jenny Hersch will lead a hands-on creative workshop drawing on observations from the walk. Storm King offers an accessible cart service, ASL interpretation, and assisted listening devices. Email info@stormkingartcenter.org if you need specific accommodations.

This is a ticketed event hosted by Storm King. The ticket includes admission to the grounds for the day, plus the tour and workshop. Tickets will go on sale starting March 15 at 10 am. OCAS members can use the code OCAS2026 (all caps) for a $10 discount. Spots are limited, so sign up here: https://stormking.org/events/the-art-of-birding/.

Celebrate Earth Day by helping Orange County Audubon Society clean up a beloved sanctuary. We will meet at the 6 ½ Station Sanctuary kiosk (rather than at the Heritage Trail) and start with a walk along the nature trails to  the observation platform. After, we will spend some time clearing invasive species such as autumn olive, multiflora rose, and Japanese honeysuckle from the sanctuary fields. Work tools will be provided. Bring sturdy shoes and plenty of water and be sure to check for ticks before going home.

Please email info@orangecountynyaudubon.org to register as parking is limited.

Note: If you have a 2026 OCAS calendar, this cleanup replaces the one originally scheduled for April 18th.

Birds can be entertaining in the wild or in a game! Come to Orange County Audubon Society’s first board game meetup, hosted by Fence Road Farm Brewery. We will play strategy games, crow-themed card games, and classic bird bingo. Open and free to all.