Eagles. Falcons. Owls. Hawks. They aren't just professional sports teams—they're real-life birds that live in our backyards, cities, and parks. Come learn about the fascinating lives of our local birds of prey with the Florida Public Library and Orange County Audubon Society. We will cover science, culture, birding tips, and many fun facts during this […]
Explore the Bashakill National Wildlife Refuge with Dr. Walter Jahn. We will meet at the refuge boat launch to look for nesting bald eagles and migrating geese and ducks, weather-permitting. Please check the Orange County Audubon Society website and Facebook page in case of a weather delay or cancellation.
A presentation on the biology of eagles, their spring nesting, and the threats they face. Participants may join in person or on Zoom at the following link: https://sunyorange.zoom.us/j/99434283633
A presentation on the biology of eagles, their spring nesting, and the threats they face. Participants may join in person at the SUNY Orange Middletown campus, Rowley Center room 128 or on Zoom at the following link: https://sunyorange.zoom.us/j/99434283633
Enjoy a nature walk at the Bashakill with Dr. Walter Jahn. We will leave from the main boat launch and hope to see nesting Bald Eagles and migrating waterfowl. If any one is interested in being a Nature Watch volunteer on the weekends, you are welcome to attend the training at the Mamakating Environmental Education Center at […]
Join us on our annual field trip to view the evening courtship display of the American Woodcock. A short walk leads to a usually reliable viewing site. Return walk will be quite dark, so a flashlight or headlamp is suggested. Registration is mandatory: email frogilama@hotmail.com with your name, phone number, and number of participants.
An overview of local waterfowl diversity, including the species that migrate through our area in spring. Participants may join in person at the SUNY Orange Middletown campus, Rowley Center room 128 or on Zoom at the following link: https://sunyorange.zoom.us/j/99434283633
Birds can be entertaining in the wild or as 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.
A tour of the diverse aspects in the courtship, mating, and nesting of birds from life-long partners to extra-pair couplings and everything in between. Participants may join in person at the SUNY Orange Middletown campus, Rowley Center room 128 or on Zoom at the following link: https://sunyorange.zoom.us/j/99434283633
A look at the diversity of local plant structures & colors including adaptations for attracting specific pollinators. Participants may join in person at the SUNY Orange Middletown campus, Rowley Center room 128 or on Zoom at the following link: https://sunyorange.zoom.us/j/99434283633