May 2026
Prospect Park Thursday Spring Migration Walks
Leader: Rafael Campos and Chris Miller 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 »Prospect Park Saturday Spring Migration Walks
Meet 7:30 am at the “Pergola” entrance on Ocean and Parkside Avenues Leader: Dennis Hrehowsik 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. No registration necessary; however, if more than 20 people show up we will split the group.
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 »Peak May Migration in Green-wood Cemetery
Meet 7 am at the main entrance, 25th St/5th Ave inside or beyond the Arch. No registration necessary. Leaders: "Two Michelles" Focus: The peak of spring neotropical warblers, vireos, buntings and other songbird species, flycatchers, orioles, wrens, sparrows, and more. Note: Nearest Subway is the R line to 25th Street Station, then walk one block south to GWC entrance . Reference: https://ebird.org/hotspot/L285884/bird-list?m=5
Find out more »Prospect Park Spring Migration Tuesday Walks
Leaders may include Ryan Goldberg, Angie Co, and/or Megan Thornton. 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 »Wednesday Migration Mornings in Brooklyn Bridge Park
Leader: Mike Yuan Meet at the Visitors Center near the entrance to Pier 1 at the corner of Furman and Old Fulton Streets. https://maps.app.goo.gl/1gWAWJqpWkPSHTnj6 7:15-9:15 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 »Prospect Park Saturday Spring Migration Walks
Meet 7:30 am at the “Pergola” entrance on Ocean and Parkside Avenues Leader: Dennis Hrehowsik 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. No registration necessary; however, if more than 20 people show up we will split the group.
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 »Prospect Park Spring Migration Tuesday Walks
Leaders may include Ryan Goldberg, Angie Co, and/or Megan Thornton. 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 »Prospect Park Saturday Spring Migration Walks
Meet 7:30 am at the “Pergola” entrance on Ocean and Parkside Avenues Leader: Dennis Hrehowsik 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. No registration necessary; however, if more than 20 people show up we will split the group.
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 2026
Exploring a Littoral Natural Oasis: Breeders and Shorebirds of Plumb Beach
Leader: Peter Dorosh Focus: Explore Brooklyn's best coastal site for breeding bird diversity and colonial waterbirds, late migrants, and shorebirds. Historically in June, Plumb Beach has recorded a notable 133 species. Registration Period: May 31st- June 4th Participant limit: 16 Car Pool fee: $10 Registrar: Peter Dorosh email Prosbird@gmail.com Notes: The car pool walk starts early to beat the summer beach crowd June checklist: https://ebird.org/hotspot/L444485/bird-list?m=6
Find out more »Beach Nesters of Nickerson Beach (Lido Beach, Long Island)
Leader: Tom Stephenson Focus: Join one of NYC’s top birders exploring an exceptional shorebird and tern breeding location. Bring a camera and enjoy watching beach nesters in the sunshine as you relax, learn, and take in the beauty of these coastal birds. Registration Period: June 7th- June11th Registrar: Adelia Honeywood email honeywood5@yahoo.com Participant limit: 16 Carpool fee: $15 ( if arrived before the $35 fee admission that starts at 8 am) NOTES: Departure time 6:30 am. Meeting spot will be provided…
Find out more »Summer Insects at East Arverne in Far Rockaway
Leader: Rusty Harold Participant Limit: 16 Registrar: Peter Dorosh, prosbird@gmail.com Registration Period: June 14th-June 20th. Focus: Explore native pollinator meadows and coastal maritime dunes and habitat for insects, butterflies, and dragonflies in this delightful haven at the Far Rockaway nature center and preserve. Note: This is a car pool trip. We may also visit other preserves afterwards in the general area. The A train also stops adjacent to the preserve for standbys. Reference: https://www.nycgovparks.org/parks/arverne-east-nature-preserve https://www.starrwhitehouse.com/project/arverne-east-nature-preserve/
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