Counting waterfowl within the Western Rockaway terminus: Riis Beach, Fort Tilden and Breezy Point
January 18
Leaders: Peter Dorosh and Carl Biers
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 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.
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 12th- Jan 16th
Carpool fee: $10.00 Club members and drivers get priority.
References: https://www.nybirds.org/ProjWaterfowl.htm