Join Walter Jahn, biologist and OCAS board member, as he presents a survey of the environmental issues facing local birds such as climate change, loss of habitat, pollution, and invasive species. Participants may join in person at the SUNY Orange Rowley Center room 128, Middletown campus, or via Zoom at the following link: https://sunyorange.zoom.us/j/93429213629 Click here […]

For over 100 years the National Audobon Society has conducted a Christmas Bird Count, compiling a detailed census of bird populations and trends. This presentation will cover the fascinating history of the count and show how the information gathered is used. We will also cover the way the count operates locally and present some of […]

Dr. Walter Jahn moderates as attendees share stories, pictures, & questions about birds in person (OCCC Rowley room 128) or on zoom https://sunyorange.zoom.us/j/93429213629 Click here for a map of the SUNY Orange Rowley Center

Join OCAS board member Walter Jahn as he leads a bird walk at the Liberty Loop Trailhead in Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge along Oil City Road. After walking the 3 mile trail, group will survey for short eared owls from parking area 3 PM start hike; return to parking area shortly after sunset (4:30 […]

Since 1900 the Audubon Society has annually conducted its Christmas Bird Count. This year will be the 125th and we hope that you will be involved. We have officially chosen the date of Saturday, December 21st (snow day Sunday, December 22nd) to conduct our count. Our geographical region is Southern Orange County, which is then […]