Counting waterfowl within the Western Rockaway terminus: Riis Beach, Fort Tilden and Breezy Point
January 16, 2027
Leader: Peter Dorosh
Participant limit: 10
Note: This is an official state count, part of the Kings tally for the NYS annual winter waterfowl survey (see reference link below). Be prepared for an early start of a challenging walk of up to 10 miles (including 5 miles on beach sand) in potentially harsh, wintry conditions, particularly at the Breezy Point unit, which spans a total of 4 miles. If the weather is “frightful”, the walk will be rescheduled to Monday January 18th.
Focus: all waterfowl including sea ducks, geese, grebes, loons, etc. Two teams will be organized to cover more areas in less time.
Registrar: Peter Dorosh, email Prosbird@gmail.com or Prosbird@aol.com
Registration Period: Jan 10th- Jan 14th
Carpool fee: $10.00 Club members and drivers get priority.
References: https://www.nybirds.org/ProjWaterfowl.htm