Tuesday, September 20, 2011

Group for the East End Program Schedule - September to December

Wildlife Migration Along Dune Road 

Location: Hampton Bays 

September 24, 2011   @9:30 AM - 12:00 PM 
 
Join us for a wildlife search along Dune Road west of the Shinnecock Inlet. The trip is timed to coincide with low tide, which should enhance our chances to see diverse shorebirds and wading birds. If winds are blowing from the northwest, migrating swallows, hawks, dragonflies, and butterflies will compete for our attention. Please bring binoculars. For more information contact Steve Biasetti at (631) 765-6450 ext. 205 or sbiasetti@eastendenvironment.org.



National Estuary Day Beach Exploration 

Location: Noyack 

September 25, 2011
@9:30 AM - 10:30 AM 
Help celebrate National Estuary Day by learning about one of our local "Estuaries of National Importance," the Peconic Estuary. Whether you are a seasoned beachcomber with a few questions, or a beach-goer who wants to learn more about the things around your towel space, this will be a fun exploration for you! This family friendly beach walk at Circle Beach in Noyack will include taking a close look at the common and hopefully not so common finds on our local bay beaches.  For more information contact Jen Skilbred at (631) 765-6450  ext. 212 or jskilbred@eastendenvironment.org.



Columbus Day Sunset Paddle 

Location: Southampton 

October 10, 2011 
@4:30 PM - 6:30 PM 

If Columbus could sail the ocean blue, we can certainly paddle North Sea Harbor in his honor! Whether you are looking for wildlife along the shores of Conscience Point National Wildlife Refuge, exploring Fish Cove, or ducking under the bridges in Davis Creek, this is a beautiful place to explore by kayak. Bring your own kayak and a picnic dinner. We will watch the almost-full moon rise as we nosh at the end of our paddle. Meet at the Southampton Town dock on Towd Point Road. For more information contact Kate Schertel at (631) 765-6450  ext. 208 or kschertel@eastendenvironment.org. 



"Just Missed the Full Moon" Paddle 

Location: Accabonac Harbor 

October 12, 2011  
@5:30 PM - 8:00 PM 

While the full moon is the night before, more than 99% of our nearest celestial neighbor will be in view to guide our exploration of Accabonac Harbor. Paddle your own boat or reserve one of ours. Spots are limited and reservations are required. Bring bug spray, something to drink and some layers. For more information contact Jeremy Samuelson at  (631) 537-1400 ext. 209 or jsamuelson@eastendenvironment.org.


Toxics in Your Backyard: What You Need to Know  

Location: Southold 

October 19, 2011 
@5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Living on Long Island and relying on a sole source aquifer for drinking water poses several challenges. Did you know that there are hundreds of registered toxic sites throughout the County? Learn the basics of how and where to look for areas impacted by toxic pollution, what you should do, and who to contact for more information to help protect your health and the natural environment. For more information contact Jenn Hartnagel at (631) 765-6450  ext. 211 or jhartnagel@eastendenvironment.org. 


Autumn Walk in the Woods 

 Location: East Hampton 

October 29, 2011 
@10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Start your day off with a walk in the woods! Join Group for the East End educator, Anita Wright, on a stroll through the Grace Estate in Northwest Woods of East Hampton… a beautiful place to see the fall foliage, especially around Scoy Pond. Families encouraged! For more information contact Anita Wright at (631) 537-1400  ext. 206 or acwright@eastendenvironment.org.


December Wildlife on Dune Road

Location: Hampton Bays 

December 4, 2011 
@9:00AM - 11:30AM

This morning wildlife search along Dune Road in Hampton Bays should encounter a variety of waterfowl, a handful of shorebirds, perhaps a few birds of prey, and a harbor seal or two. Please bring binoculars. For more information contact Steve Biasetti at (631) 765-6450  ext. 205 or sbiasetti@eastendenvironment.org.



Thursday, September 1, 2011

New York State Ornithological Association Shorebird Workshop & Field Trip

NYSOA Shorebird Workshop and Field Trip 
September 17-18, 2011

Here’s your chance to learn one of Mother Nature’s most challenging groups of birds. The New York State Ornithological Association is offering a shorebird identification workshop and field trip on the weekend of September 17-18, 2011.  Kevin McGowan, former NYSOA president and co-editor of The Second Atlas of Breeding Birds in New York State, will conduct a shorebird identification workshop and lead a field trip to the Montezuma Wetlands Complex, one of the state’s most important inland shorebird stopover sites.  The workshop, which is free and open to the public, will take place at the Montezuma Audubon Center from 3-5 p.m. on Saturday, September 17th. 

The Sunday morning field trip is open to all current members of NYSOA but limited to 20 participants. Attendees must register in advance by calling Kathy Schneider at (518) 799-3457 or emailing her at fallline@berk.com.   Additional details are available on NYSOA's website, www.nybirds.org.