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May 2025
Overnight Trip: The Quest for the “Golden Swamp” Warbler in the Wilds of Central New Jersey
Golden Bird #5 in a celebratory year Leader: Peter Dorosh Participant limit: 12 Description: To celebrate the leader's 50th anniversary of birding, we’ll explore habitats commonly visited by the Prothonotary Warbler. As Roger Tory Peterson aptly describes it, this "golden bird of dank swamps" will guide us through the joy of observing spring breeding birds in their stunning natural surroundings. Our journey will take us to iconic locations such as Michael Huber Prairie Woods Preserve, Forsythe-Brigantine NWR, Atlantic County Park,…
Find out more »Prospect Park Tuesday Spring Migration Walks
Leader: An experienced member of the Brooklyn Bird Club Note: Walks typically go into early afternoon or later if the birding is great. Bring water, snacks and/or a sandwich if you plan to stay the whole duration–but feel free to leave whenever you want. Meet at the Vanderbilt Street entrance to the park on Prospect Park Southwest at 7:30 AM. No registration necessary.
Find out more »Prospect Park Thursday Spring Migration Walks
Leader: Tom Stephenson Note: Walks typically go into early afternoon or later if the birding is great. Bring water, snacks and/or a sandwich if you plan to stay the whole duration–but feel free to leave whenever you want. Meet 7:30 a.m. at the Grand Army Plaza entrance, by the Stranahan statue. No registration necessary; however, if more than 20 people show up we will split the group.
Find out more »On the Rich Birding trails of Bear Mountain State Park and Seven Lake Drive
Leader: Max Epstein Participant limit: 12 Focus: Breeding birds of mountain, valley, marsh and wood margins. Registrar: Danielle Khalife email daniellek97@gmail.com Registration Period: May 25th-May 29th. Drivers and members get priority. Carpool fee: $20 Itinerary: You’ll spend the morning along the trails of Harriman and Bear Mountain State Parks, seeking out the local breeders of the Lower Hudson Valley; With Doodletown road trail closed for the season, we’ll find a productive alternative. Expect 6-7 miles of walking on wide and mostly…
Find out more »Introduction to Birdwatching
These outings will start at The Audubon Center at the Boathouse. Leader: A member of the Brooklyn Bird Club Whether you’re just starting out or have already joined the birding ranks, this introductory bird outing is for you. Join a member of the Brooklyn Bird Club to learn the basics of birding and search for the dozens of species that visit Prospect Park through all seasons. All levels and ages are welcome. No registration necessary. Children under 12 must be…
Find out more »June 2025
First Sunday Bird Outings
These outings will start at The Audubon Center at the Boathouse. Leader: A member of the Brooklyn Bird Club Join a member of the Brooklyn Bird Club in search of dozens of species that visit the park through all seasons. Learn about the different habitats in Prospect Park and why they are important for all types of birds. All are welcome. No registration necessary. Please bring binoculars. Route Description: This outing is at an easy pace with stops to observe…
Find out more »Exploring NYC’s Natural Oasis: The sights and Sounds of Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge
Leader: Tom Stephenson Focus: Join NYC's top birding by ear expert as they explore the best wildlife refuge in the city for breeding bird diversity and their songs, while also spotting colonial waterbirds, late migrants, and shorebirds. Historically, in June, JBWR has recorded an impressive 205 species. Registration Period: June 1st- June 5th Participant limit: 16 Car Pool fee: $10 Registrar: Prosbird@gmail.com or prosbird@aol.com Meeting time will be provided upon end of registration period. Current club members and drivers will…
Find out more »The Insect World of Brooklyn Bridge Park
Leader: Matthew Wills, naturalist Participant Limit: 18 Registrar: Peter Dorosh, prosbird@aol.com or prosbird@gmail.com Registration Period: June 8th-12th. Meeting time and place will be provided at registration. Focus: Explore native pollinator meadows and stunning landscapes for insects, butterflies, and dragonflies in this haven along the East River. Reference: https://brooklynbridgepark.org/
Find out more »BBC Member’s Night Picnic and Bug Expo!
Please join us for our first annual BBC Member's Night Picnic and Bug Expo! When: June 21st at 6:30 -10PM Where: Nethermead, Prospect Park Bring your own Picnic, Blankets, Chairs, etc. When it starts to turn dark, we will set up a Bug Sheet. What's a bug sheet, you may ask? It's simply a big, white cloth hung outside at night with a bright light shining on it. Moths, beetles and other night-flying insects are drawn to the light and…
Find out more »Butterfly World at Ward Pound Ridge
Leader: Karlo Mirth Participant Limit: 12 Focus: The peak period for butterflies at one of the best locations in the northeast. Butterfly entomologist and author Jeffrey Glassberg profiles this location in his book "Butterflies through Binoculars". Notes: This mid-morning trip is contingent on sunny or warm weather for productive butterfly activity. No postponements for bad weather. It's best using binoculars with 3-4" close focus: Pentax Papilio is one example https://www.amazon.com/Pentax-Papilio-II-6-5x21-Binoculars/dp/B00SKO4A8Q?th=1. The preserve is northeast of Bedford, NY, about an hour…
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