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Sat 19 Apr
Birding Walk at Staatsburgh
Saturday, April 19, 2025 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Staatsburgh State Historic Site and the surrounding Mills and Norrie State Parks possess a great variety of environments in proximity, an ideal environment for birding. Experienced birders will enjoy a walk through several interesting environments, inexperienced birders will find encouragement and a helping hand, and newbies will be able to discuss equipment, apps, and techniques. We will also be on the lookout for the many wildflowers that bloom in the park. Volunteer walk leader David Lund has been birding daily for the last 35 years. Cost: free, Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.
Registration: Required
Sat 19 Apr
Project FeederWatch
Saturday, April 19, 2025 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
This community science project, sponsored by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, is easy to do for experienced bird watchers and beginners alike! Learn about the lives and habits of our common feeder birds and find out how you can become a community scientist at home. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center. (onsite)
Registration: Not required
Sat 19 Apr
Project FeederWatch
Saturday, April 19, 2025 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
This community science project, sponsored by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, is easy to do for experienced bird watchers and beginners alike! Learn about the lives and habits of our common feeder birds and find out how you can become a community scientist at home. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center. (onsite)
Registration: Not required
Sun 20 Apr
Project FeederWatch
Sunday, April 20, 2025 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
This community science project, sponsored by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, is easy to do for experienced bird watchers and beginners alike! Learn about the lives and habits of our common feeder birds and find out how you can become a community scientist at home. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center. (onsite)
Registration: Not required
Sun 20 Apr
Project FeederWatch
Sunday, April 20, 2025 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
This community science project, sponsored by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, is easy to do for experienced bird watchers and beginners alike! Learn about the lives and habits of our common feeder birds and find out how you can become a community scientist at home. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center. (onsite)
Registration: Not required
Mon 21 Apr
Beginner Bird Walk
Monday, April 21, 2025 09:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Niagara Falls State Park
Join a park naturalist on a beginner friendly guided walk to learn the basics of birding, binoculars will be provided but attendees are welcome to bring their own as well! Registration required on Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Tue 22 Apr
Early Morning Birders at Minnewaska
Tuesday, April 22, 2025 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Designed for both birding enthusiasts and those just looking to learn the basics, this weekly series will offer outings led by Nick Martin, Park Educator, or an experienced birding volunteer. Participants should bring binoculars and water, and wear hiking shoes or boots. Outing destinations will be determined the day of the program. Poor weather conditions will trigger a program cancellation. Participants will meet at the Lake Minnewaska entrance. Participants MUST arrive prior to the start of the program, but no earlier than 7:30 am. The Park Preserve gates will be locked at 8:00 am. Late arrivals will NOT be allowed in the Park Preserve. The total number of participants for this program is limited to twenty-five individuals. Meet at the Lake Minnewaska entrance. For questions, please call 845-255-0752 or email Nicholas.Martin@parks.ny.gov. This program is set up on a first-come, first-served basis.
Registration: Not required
Wed 23 Apr
Beginner Birding
Wednesday, April 23, 2025 08:30 AM - 09:30 AM
Moreau Lake State Park
(518) 793-0511

Calling all beginner birders! Bring your binoculars if you have them and we will check out what birds are around this time of year at Big Bend. This will be a short start-and-stop hike. We will meet at the park office and caravan to Big Bend. This is free and geared toward ages 13+. Please register in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Wed 23 Apr
Beginner Birding
Wednesday, April 23, 2025 08:30 AM - 09:30 AM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
(518) 793-0511

Calling all beginner birders! Bring your binoculars if you have them and we will check out what birds are around this time of year at Big Bend. This will be a short start-and-stop hike. We will meet at the park office and caravan to Big Bend. This is free and geared toward ages 13+. Please register in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Thu 24 Apr
Birdwatching with the Saw Mill River Audubon Society
Thursday, April 24, 2025 06:00 AM - 08:00 AM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Get to know our feathered residents and experience the "dawn chorus" during the peak of breeding song with an expert from the Saw Mill River Audubon Society. Great for all levels of birding experience, beginners welcome! Rain or shine except in extreme weather, in which case you will receive a cancellation email 2 hours before the scheduled walk. Binocular loans available upon request. Ages 8+. Max: 25 people. Cost: FREE. Parking: $6 per vehicle. NYS Residents over 62 park for free on weekdays. Please register at: sawmillriveraudubon.org/register-trips/.
Registration: Required
Fri 25 Apr
Birding at the Gardiner Library
Friday, April 25, 2025 08:30 AM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Are you interested in birds or birdwatching? Join Nick Martin, Minnewaska Park Preserve Educator, for bird walks starting at the Gardiner Library, every Friday during April. During this program, we will take an approximately one mile walk on the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail and wander through Majestic Park, which can be muddy and wet, especially after a rainfall. Participants are encouraged to wear waterproof boots or shoes, bring binoculars, and a birding field guide, or field guide installed into a smart device. Interested participants are welcome to attend one or all of these programs. Meet at the Gardiner Library, in the Lower Parking Area. No pre-registration is required. For more information, please contact the Gardiner Library directly at 845-255-1255 or email Nicholas.Martin@parks.ny.gov.
Registration: Not required
Sat 26 Apr
Birdwatching with the Saw Mill River Audubon Society
Saturday, April 26, 2025 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Get to know our feathered residents and experience the "dawn chorus" during the peak of breeding song with an expert from the Saw Mill River Audubon Society. Great for all levels of birding experience, beginners welcome! Rain or shine except in extreme weather, in which case you will receive a cancellation email 2 hours before the scheduled walk. Binocular loans available upon request. Ages 8+. Max: 25 people. Cost: FREE. Parking: $6 per vehicle. NYS Residents over 62 park for free on weekdays. Please register at: sawmillriveraudubon.org/register-trips/.
Registration: Required
Sat 26 Apr
Birding Walk at Staatsburgh
Saturday, April 26, 2025 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Staatsburgh State Historic Site and the surrounding Mills and Norrie State Parks possess a great variety of environments in proximity, an ideal environment for birding. Experienced birders will enjoy a walk through several interesting environments, inexperienced birders will find encouragement and a helping hand, and newbies will be able to discuss equipment, apps, and techniques. We will also be on the lookout for the many wildflowers that bloom in the park. Volunteer walk leader David Lund has been birding daily for the last 35 years. Cost: free, Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.
Registration: Required
Sat 26 Apr
Project FeederWatch
Saturday, April 26, 2025 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
This community science project, sponsored by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, is easy to do for experienced bird watchers and beginners alike! Learn about the lives and habits of our common feeder birds and find out how you can become a community scientist at home. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center. (onsite)
Registration: Not required
Sat 26 Apr
Project FeederWatch
Saturday, April 26, 2025 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
This community science project, sponsored by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, is easy to do for experienced bird watchers and beginners alike! Learn about the lives and habits of our common feeder birds and find out how you can become a community scientist at home. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center. (onsite)
Registration: Not required
Sat 26 Apr
Birding for Beginners
Saturday, April 26, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Point Au Roche State Park
The birds are back! Join an educator for a beginner-friendly birding walk. All ages and experience levels are welcome! Bring binoculars if you have them or borrow a pair from the Nature Center – first come, first served.
Registration: Not required
Sun 27 Apr
Project FeederWatch
Sunday, April 27, 2025 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
This community science project, sponsored by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, is easy to do for experienced bird watchers and beginners alike! Learn about the lives and habits of our common feeder birds and find out how you can become a community scientist at home. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center. (onsite)
Registration: Not required
Sun 27 Apr
Project FeederWatch
Sunday, April 27, 2025 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
This community science project, sponsored by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, is easy to do for experienced bird watchers and beginners alike! Learn about the lives and habits of our common feeder birds and find out how you can become a community scientist at home. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center. (onsite)
Registration: Not required
Mon 28 Apr
Birdwatching with the Saw Mill River Audubon Society
Monday, April 28, 2025 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Get to know our feathered residents and experience the "dawn chorus" during the peak of breeding song with an expert from the Saw Mill River Audubon Society. Great for all levels of birding experience, beginners welcome! Rain or shine except in extreme weather, in which case you will receive a cancellation email 2 hours before the scheduled walk. Binocular loans available upon request. Ages 8+. Max: 25 people. Cost: FREE. Parking: $6 per vehicle. NYS Residents over 62 park for free on weekdays. Please register at: sawmillriveraudubon.org/register-trips/.
Registration: Required
Tue 29 Apr
Early Morning Birders at Minnewaska
Tuesday, April 29, 2025 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Designed for both birding enthusiasts and those just looking to learn the basics, this weekly series will offer outings led by Nick Martin, Park Educator, or an experienced birding volunteer. Participants should bring binoculars and water, and wear hiking shoes or boots. Outing destinations will be determined the day of the program. Poor weather conditions will trigger a program cancellation. Participants will meet at the Lake Minnewaska entrance. Participants MUST arrive prior to the start of the program, but no earlier than 7:30 am. The Park Preserve gates will be locked at 8:00 am. Late arrivals will NOT be allowed in the Park Preserve. The total number of participants for this program is limited to twenty-five individuals. Meet at the Lake Minnewaska entrance. For questions, please call 845-255-0752 or email Nicholas.Martin@parks.ny.gov. This program is set up on a first-come, first-served basis.
Registration: Not required
Wed 30 Apr
SPRING MIGRATION BIRD WALK: Chestnut Lawn
Wednesday, April 30, 2025 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Learn to recognize by sight and sound some of the rich diversity of our local bird life. Binoculars recommended. Meet at Visitor Center parking area. (1 mile)
Registration: Not required
Wed 30 Apr
SPRING MIGRATION BIRD WALK: Chestnut Lawn
Wednesday, April 30, 2025 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Letchworth State Park
Learn to recognize by sight and sound some of the rich diversity of our local bird life. Binoculars recommended. Meet at Visitor Center parking area. (1 mile)
Registration: Not required
Sat 03 May
Bird Banding
Saturday, May 3, 2025 until Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Crown Point State Historic Site
Crown Point's Bird Banding Station will begin operations on May 3, 2025 and continue through May 16th. Originally launched in 1975, migrating birds have been monitored at Crown Point in early May ever year for the past 50 years. Members of the public are encouraged to visit and learn about this citizen science project, and to help celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Banding Station at Crown Point. The Bird Banding Station is open daily from sunrise to sunset.
Registration: Not required
Sat 03 May
Beginning Birder Walk
Saturday, May 3, 2025 08:00 AM - 09:30 AM
Trailside Museums And Zoo at Bear Mountain State Park
Interested in birding but don't know where to start or just began and looking to learn more? Join in! We'll share tips & tricks you can use on your journey to this fun, engaging hobby! Binoculars provided Parking! $10 fee Registration is required, Registration through Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.com/e/beginner-birder-walk-tickets-1251658236479?aff=oddtdtcreator.
Registration: Required
Sat 03 May
Welcome Back Osprey
Saturday, May 3, 2025 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Sunken Meadow State Park (Governor Alfred E. Smith)
The Ospreys are back! Let's go out and find these, and other amazing birds of prey, as they return for the warm summer months! Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sun 04 May
Birding Walk at Staatsburgh
Sunday, May 4, 2025 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Staatsburgh State Historic Site and the surrounding Mills-Norrie State Park possess a great variety of environments in close proximity, an ideal setting for birding. Experienced birders will enjoy a walk through several interesting environments, inexperienced birders will find encouragement and a helping hand, and newbies will be able to discuss equipment, apps, and techniques. We will also be on the lookout for the many wildflowers that bloom in the park. Volunteer walk leader David Lund has been birding Mills-Norrie State Park daily for the last 35 years. Cost: free. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.
Registration: Required
Thu 08 May
Birdwatching with the Saw Mill River Audubon Society
Thursday, May 8, 2025 05:00 AM - 07:00 AM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Get to know our feathered residents and experience the "dawn chorus" during the peek breeding song with an expert from the Saw Mill River Audubon. Great for all levels of birding experience, beginners welcome! Binocular loans available upon request. Rain or shine except in extreme weather, in which case you will receive a cancellation email 2 hours before scheduled walk. Ages 8+. Max: 25 people. Cost: FREE. Parking: $6 per vehicle. NYS Residents over 62 park for free on weekdays. Please register at: sawmillriveraudubon.org/register-trips/.
Registration: Required
Thu 08 May
SPRING MIGRATION BIRD WALK: Great Bend Canyon
Thursday, May 8, 2025 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Learn to recognize by sight and sound some of the rich diversity of our local bird life. Binoculars recommended. Meet at Great Bend Overlook. (1 mile)
Registration: Not required
Thu 08 May
SPRING MIGRATION BIRD WALK: Great Bend Canyon
Thursday, May 8, 2025 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Letchworth State Park
Learn to recognize by sight and sound some of the rich diversity of our local bird life. Binoculars recommended. Meet at Great Bend Overlook. (1 mile)
Registration: Not required
Sat 10 May
B.O.S Bird Tour
Saturday, May 10, 2025 08:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Carpool through the park, making various stops and short hikes along the way, with a lunch stop along the river. Co-sponsored by the Buffalo Ornithological Society. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center. Will carpool.
Registration: Not required
Sat 10 May
B.O.S Bird Tour
Saturday, May 10, 2025 08:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Carpool through the park, making various stops and short hikes along the way, with a lunch stop along the river. Co-sponsored by the Buffalo Ornithological Society. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center. Will carpool.
Registration: Not required
Sat 10 May
Birding at the Fort
Saturday, May 10, 2025 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Fort Montgomery State Historic Site
Join Trailside Museums and Zoo, Zookeeper Deidre Wentzel for a walk during peak migration through the grounds of the Fort. Learn how to ID both migratory and year-round birds. The fort traditionally holds a nice diversity of native birds including warblers. Bring Binoculars and Water! Suitable for Ages 12 and Up.
Registration: Not required
Sat 10 May
Migratory Shore Bird Hike
Saturday, May 10, 2025 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Robert Moses State Park - Long Island
Spring at the beach is one of the best birding times of the year! Dress for the weather. We will be walking on sand. Bring binoculars. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat 10 May
A Day for Birds
Saturday, May 10, 2025 10:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Taconic State Park - Copake Falls Area
Join us for a day in the Park with bird activities, crafts, education programs and a LIVE raptor show at 2pm. On this spring World Migratory Bird Day come learn about the I Bird NY Challenge, make a feathered friend craft, or chat with our park educator about how you can help birds. Check out our social media or call the Park Office for details on when activities are happening throughout the day.
Registration: Not required
Sat 10 May
CREPUSCULAR WALK: Owl Prowl
Saturday, May 10, 2025 08:00 PM - 09:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
In a less familiar realm of sights and sounds, experience the changing colors and moods in the blending zone of daylight and "nightlight." A journey in old growth woods as we search for the silent hunters of the night. Flashlight recommended. Meet at the Humphrey Nature Center. (2 miles)
Registration: Not required
Sat 10 May
CREPUSCULAR WALK: Owl Prowl
Saturday, May 10, 2025 08:00 PM - 09:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
In a less familiar realm of sights and sounds, experience the changing colors and moods in the blending zone of daylight and "nightlight." A journey in old growth woods as we search for the silent hunters of the night. Flashlight recommended. Meet at the Humphrey Nature Center. (2 miles)
Registration: Not required
Sun 11 May
Bird and Breakfast
Sunday, May 11, 2025 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Connetquot River State Park Preserve
A continental breakfast and short presentation on returning birds, followed by a guided walk through the preserve. Binoculars provided, or bring your own. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat 17 May
Alan Devoe Bird Club Spring Migration Bird Walk
Saturday, May 17, 2025 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Olana State Historic Site
Get your binoculars ready for this special spring migration bird walk at Olana State Historic Site! Join the Alan Devoe Bird Club and The Olana Partnership on an exploration of Olana's artist-designed landscape and learn more about visiting birds and the species that call this region home during the peak of spring migration. Open to birders of all levels. This program will take place in the landscape along Olana's historic carriage roads. FREE. Advanced registration required. For more information, please contact education@olana.org or call (518) 567-2170. Register.
Registration: Required
Sun 18 May
Birding Walk at Staatsburgh
Sunday, May 18, 2025 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Staatsburgh State Historic Site and the surrounding Mills-Norrie State Park possess a great variety of environments in close proximity, an ideal setting for birding. Experienced birders will enjoy a walk through several interesting environments, inexperienced birders will find encouragement and a helping hand, and newbies will be able to discuss equipment, apps, and techniques. We will also be on the lookout for the many wildflowers that bloom in the park. Volunteer walk leader David Lund has been birding Mills-Norrie State Park daily for the last 35 years. Cost: free. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.
Registration: Required
Sat 24 May
Birdwatching with the Saw Mill River Audubon Society
Saturday, May 24, 2025 07:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Get to know our feathered residents and experience the "dawn chorus" during the peek breeding song with an expert from the Saw Mill River Audubon. Great for all levels of birding experience, beginners welcome! Binocular loans available upon request. Rain or shine except in extreme weather, in which case you will receive a cancellation email 2 hours before scheduled walk. Ages 8+. Max: 25 people. Cost: FREE. Parking: $6 per vehicle. NYS Residents over 62 park for free on weekdays. Please register at: sawmillriveraudubon.org/register-trips/.
Registration: Required
Sat 24 May
Live Birds of Prey
Saturday, May 24, 2025 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
Stop by the Visitor Center where wildlife rehabilitators will introduce you to live birds of prey. Binoculars will be available for visitors to borrow. No registration required.
Registration: Not required
Sat 24 May
Live Birds of Prey
Saturday, May 24, 2025 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Thacher State Park
Stop by the Visitor Center where wildlife rehabilitators will introduce you to live birds of prey. Binoculars will be available for visitors to borrow. No registration required.
Registration: Not required
Sun 25 May
Spring Seasonal Stroll
Sunday, May 25, 2025 09:45 AM - 11:45 AM
Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve
(631) 423-1770

In this series of short 1.5 mile seasonal strolls, we'll savor nature's spring rebirth, highlighting bird nesting. Prepare for some hills and sitting on grass. Please call for Reservations: (631) 423- 1770.
Registration: Required
Sun 25 May
SPRING MIGRATION BIRD WALK: Mary Jemison Trail
Sunday, May 25, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Learn to recognize by sight and sound some of the rich diversity of our local bird life. Binoculars recommended. Meet at Council Grounds parking area. (2 miles)
Registration: Not required
Sun 25 May
SPRING MIGRATION BIRD WALK: Mary Jemison Trail
Sunday, May 25, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Learn to recognize by sight and sound some of the rich diversity of our local bird life. Binoculars recommended. Meet at Council Grounds parking area. (2 miles)
Registration: Not required
Mon 26 May
Birdwatching with the Saw Mill River Audubon Society
Monday, May 26, 2025 07:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Get to know our feathered residents and experience the "dawn chorus" during the peek breeding song with an expert from the Saw Mill River Audubon. Great for all levels of birding experience, beginners welcome! Binocular loans available upon request. Rain or shine except in extreme weather, in which case you will receive a cancellation email 2 hours before scheduled walk. Ages 8+. Max: 25 people. Cost: FREE. Parking: $6 per vehicle. NYS Residents over 62 park for free on weekdays. Please register at: sawmillriveraudubon.org/register-trips/.
Registration: Required
Mon 26 May
Memorial Day Bald Eagle Walk
Monday, May 26, 2025 10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
Evangola State Park
Enjoy a leisurely walk exploring the park and looking for bald eagles on Memorial Day! Registration required on Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Fri 30 May
Citizen Science: Nightjar Survey
Friday, May 30, 2025 06:15 PM - 09:30 PM
Connetquot River State Park Preserve
Help us to study this elusive evening bird in the Preserve. Help us collect data, and enjoy a walkthrough the natural habitats of Long Island. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat 31 May
Black Birders Event
Saturday, May 31, 2025
John Brown Farm State Historic Site
Free and no prior birding experience required. Explore John Brown Farm, hear from Black birding experts, experience history, connect with nature, and build community while bird watching. Registration encouraged, not required. Find more details and register through nnya.org by navigating to their GABC page Sponsored by the Adirondack Diversity Initiative, Northern New York Audubon (NNYA), John Brown Lives!, and the office of NYS Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation.
Registration: Required
Sat 31 May
Beaks and Bills
Saturday, May 31, 2025 12:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800

Meet at the Hop Field Warming Hut Ages 8+, Why do birds have different shaped beaks? Borrow a pair of binoculars from the Nature Center or bring your own and learn about the many specialized beaks and bills in Thacher Park's wetlands! Join an educator on a 1.5-mile hike into a wetland habitat to learn about the stork-ly different birds that call Thacher Park home. Registration required. Call 518-872-0800.
Registration: Required
Sat 31 May
Beaks and Bills
Saturday, May 31, 2025 12:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Thacher State Park
(518) 872-0800

Meet at the Hop Field Warming Hut Ages 8+, Why do birds have different shaped beaks? Borrow a pair of binoculars from the Nature Center or bring your own and learn about the many specialized beaks and bills in Thacher Park's wetlands! Join an educator on a 1.5-mile hike into a wetland habitat to learn about the stork-ly different birds that call Thacher Park home. Registration required. Call 518-872-0800.
Registration: Required
Sun 01 Jun
R.B.A Bird Tour
Sunday, June 1, 2025 05:30 AM - 03:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Carpool through the park on the east or west sides of the river, visiting many different habitats that will enable observers to locate over 75 species of birds. Co-sponsored by the Rochester Birding Association. Meet at Mt. Morris Dam Snack Bar.
Registration: Not required
Sun 01 Jun
R.B.A Bird Tour
Sunday, June 1, 2025 05:30 AM - 03:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Carpool through the park on the east or west sides of the river, visiting many different habitats that will enable observers to locate over 75 species of birds. Co-sponsored by the Rochester Birding Association. Meet at Mt. Morris Dam Snack Bar.
Registration: Not required
Sun 01 Jun
Meadow Bird Meander
Sunday, June 1, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Knox Farm State Park
Discover the feathery friends from the meadows at Knox Farm. Identify and observe meadow birds on a nature walk throughout the park. Registration required on Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Mon 02 Jun
Genesee Valley Birding Cup
Monday, June 2, 2025
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 344-1122

Our annual birdathon to celebrate the unique habitats of the Genesee Valley and the birds that these habitats support. Gather a team or work alone to count as many birds as possible within the Genesee River watershed in 24 hours. Travel anywhere you'd like; birders may visit any public space within the Genesee River watershed. All are welcome whether you are a beginner or a pro! A final tally and potluck celebration will be held at the Genesee County Park & Forest Interpretive Center at 6pm. The team or individual that counts the most bird species will win a prize. Please bring a dish to pass and your birding highlights from the day! Registration required by calling 585-344-1122. In partnership with the Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth State Park and the Genesee County Park & Forest Interpretive Center.
Registration: Required
Mon 02 Jun
Genesee Valley Birding Cup
Monday, June 2, 2025
Letchworth State Park
(585) 344-1122

Our annual birdathon to celebrate the unique habitats of the Genesee Valley and the birds that these habitats support. Gather a team or work alone to count as many birds as possible within the Genesee River watershed in 24 hours. Travel anywhere you'd like; birders may visit any public space within the Genesee River watershed. All are welcome whether you are a beginner or a pro! A final tally and potluck celebration will be held at the Genesee County Park & Forest Interpretive Center at 6pm. The team or individual that counts the most bird species will win a prize. Please bring a dish to pass and your birding highlights from the day! Registration required by calling 585-344-1122. In partnership with the Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth State Park and the Genesee County Park & Forest Interpretive Center.
Registration: Required
Sat 14 Jun
Birding with the B.O.S.
Saturday, June 14, 2025 08:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Darien Lakes State Park
Enjoy a morning walk along the open fields of Darien Lakes as we search for birds of grasslands and thickets. Binoculars are recommended. Co-sponsored by the Buffalo Ornithological Society. Meet at gravel parking area off Alleghany Rd/Rte. 77. (42.916782, -78.389864)
Registration: Not required
Sat 14 Jun
Birding at River Lea
Saturday, June 14, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Beaver Island Nature Center
Join an educator as we take a casual birding stroll along the Niagara River at River Lea. Registration required on Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat 14 Jun
Birding at River Lea
Saturday, June 14, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Beaver Island State Park
Join an educator as we take a casual birding stroll along the Niagara River at River Lea. Registration required on Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat 21 Jun
Birding at Wilson Tuscarora State Park
Saturday, June 21, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Wilson-Tuscarora State Park
Join an educator as we take a casual birding stroll along Lake Ontario at Wilson Tuscarora State Park. Registration required on Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Thu 26 Jun
Citizen Science: Nightjar Survey
Thursday, June 26, 2025 06:15 PM - 09:30 PM
Connetquot River State Park Preserve
Help us to study this elusive evening bird in the Preserve. Help us collect data, and enjoy a walk through the natural habitats of Long Island. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required