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Historic turf of Barrow’s Goldeneye in the Bayville/Ransom Beach area, Long Island
January 4
Golden Target Bird # 1″ in a celebratory year
Leader: Peter Dorosh
Participant Limit: 16
In 2025, we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the leader’s birding journey, which began in 1975 with his first spark bird, the Scarlet Tanager. To mark this milestone, the theme for the year’s celebrations will center on bird species with the name “golden,” as well as all birds that continue to inspire joy and wonder. Over the course of the year, seven “golden” bird species will feature prominently in walks and trips, honoring nature, the outdoors, and the countless birds that enrich our lives. On this trip, we highlight the Barrow’s Goldeneye, a species rare in the eastern U.S. but once found in abundance during winter months around Bayville, where it mingled with Common Goldeneyes. We can only hope for its return this year. Our journey will take us to Ransom Beach, Stehli Beach, and Centre Island Park, where we’ll continue to explore and celebrate the beauty of birdlife.
Note: Dress warmly for winter weather. If inclement weather occurs, the trip may get rescheduled to a later date. Keep watch on BBC Facebook, and Prospect Sightings for news updates.
Registrar: Peter Dorosh, email Prosbird@gmail.com or Pr
Registration Period: Dec 29th-Jan 2nd
Carpool fee: $20.00 Club members and drivers get priority.
References: https://ebird.org/hotspot/