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February 2026
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 »March 2026
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 »Winter Draws Down in Hempstead Lake State Park
Leader: Peter Dorosh Participant limit: 16 Note: It's been a long time since our last club visit to Hempstead Lake SP, and the first in late winter. There will be plenty of walking as we explore this site on official trails around the lake. Focus: Primarily an exploratory walk in a new site for winter passerines residing or migrating through, and the usual waterbirds, sparrows, and raptors. Registrar: Peter Dorosh, email Prosbird@gmail.com Registration Period: March 1st-March 5th Carpool fee: $15.00 Itinerary: An early…
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 »DOODLE OR DIE, NOBODY LEAVES TILL WE SEE A TIMBERDOODLE!: A GREEN-WOOD CEMETERY PURSUIT
Meet 9 am at Greenwood's main entrance 5th Ave and 25th Street Leaders: Dennis Hrehowsik & Bobbi Manian Focus: A search for the American Woodcock, also known as “Timberdoodle”; also early spring woodland songbirds and late winter species, raptors, perhaps eagles and vultures No registration required.
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 »“Shall You Dance?” American Woodcock Courtship at Marine Park Salt Marsh
Meet 4:45 pm in front of Salt Marsh Nature Center (please register for weather updates.) Leader: Peter Dorosh Registrar: Peter Dorosh, prosbird@gmail.com Focus: After birding at Marine Park and its estuary, we'll head toward the nature center in hopes of witnessing the American Woodcock's aerial display and courtship. While sightings aren’t guaranteed, we’re hopeful to experience one of spring’s most remarkable events: searching the sky for the calls and explosive courtship of this iconic species. Calm, windless evenings offer the…
Find out more »Spring Starts in Prospect Park
Leader: Linda Ewing Meet 8 am at Grand Army Plaza park entrance by the Stranahan statue. Focus: Celebrate spring with the early wave of migration. Reference: https://ebird.org/hotspot/L109516/bird-list?m=3
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 »March in Marine Park
Leader: Heydi Lopes Meet 7:30 am at the Salt Marsh Alliance Visitors Center. No registration required. Focus: Celebrate spring with the early wave of migration in the marsh and upland habitats. Reference: https://saltmarshalliance.org/nature-center/ Ebird checklist: https://ebird.org/hotspot/L385839/bird-list?m=3 Directions: The B3 bus travels along Avenue U and intersects train lines Q and F to the West. You can also take the B31 and get off at Gerritsen Ave & Ave U and walk to the Nature Center (not far). Also, B41 terminates at…
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