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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160224T191500
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SUMMARY:Membership Meeting - Biggest Week in American Birding
DESCRIPTION:The “Biggest Week” is a 10-day festival featuring some of the best birding North America has to offer. This talk will provide information about the festival and what makes northwest Ohio “The Warbler Capital of the World.” Recently\, the area where the festival is based was voted the “Best Birdwatching Destination” in the US by USA Today’s readers. The festival overflows with birds\, entertainment\, education and fun.\nIn this photo filled presentation\, you will learn what makes this festival special and tips for taking advantage of all the resources available to find birds in the area. Information about travel arrangements and planning your visit to Magee Marsh in northwest Ohio will also be covered.\nRenee DePrato is a club member and avid birder who enjoys traveling to see new birds. She has attended the Biggest Week festival for the past 4 years.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/membership-meeting-biggest-week-in-american-birding/
LOCATION:Vestal Library\, 320 Vestal Pkwy East\, Vestal\, 13850
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160127T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160127T210000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045442
CREATED:20160111T234046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160111T234046Z
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SUMMARY:Membership Meeting Wildlife Photography
DESCRIPTION:OUTDOOR AND WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY \nJim and Joan Borden\nJim and Joan spend their leisure time photographing wildlife. Specialties include Moose\, Bald Eagles\, Elk\, Waterfowl\, Backyard Birds and Whitetail deer. They endeavor to do the photography in a manner to avoid stressing animals or birds. These award winning photographers will share examples of thier work\, talk about their techniques for photographing wildlife and answer questions.\nJim and Joan Borden are avid outdoor and wildlife photographers. They reside outside of Springville Pennsylvania and spend a great deal of times traveling to photograph birds\, wild animals and scenery. Jim and Joan have a special love for Moose and Raptors but do not pass up opportunities to photograph warblers and waterfowl. Their portfolio of images span a wide range of subjects. Some of their photography can be seen at http://bordenphotography.com
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/membership-meeting-wildlife-photography/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151111T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151111T210000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045442
CREATED:20151110T143430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151110T143430Z
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SUMMARY:Member Meeting - Dragonflies
DESCRIPTION:Nick Donnelly\, PhD\, Binghamton University professor and club member\, will talk about dragonflies.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/member-meeting-dragonflies/
LOCATION:Vestal Library\, 320 Vestal Pkwy East\, Vestal\, 13850
CATEGORIES:Membership Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151024T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151024T200000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045442
CREATED:20150919T011825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150921T150835Z
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SUMMARY:Harvest Dinner at Chenango Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:Club members are welcome to join us on Saturday\, October 24 for our Annual Harvest Dinner.\n5:00pm – Social Hour  •  6:00pm – Dinner \nPOTLUCK DINNER\nYour food contributions should contain 8 to10 servings for each 2 people in your party.  Please bring the prepared  hot and cold dishes wrapped to place on the serving tables. The club will provide rolls\, margarine\, and beverages. BRING YOUR OWN TABLE SERVICE\, NAPKINS AND SERVING UTENSILS. \nHARVEST TABLE\nPlease bring the products of our harvest to sell at our October dinner.  Suggested items are baked goods\, jams and jellies and garden produce.  Please mark a suggested price on your donation. Income from the Harvest Table helps the club make charitable contributions to other local nature organizations. \nRAFFLE\nRemember to buy your tickets at the dinner for a chance to win:\nSunflower Seed Tube Feeder\,  Hummingbird  Feeder or Bluebird Nestbox \nLOCATION\nThe Harvest Dinner will be held at the Chenango Town Hall located at 1525 NY Route 12 (Upper Front Street) in the town of Chenango. The Chenango Town Hall is located almost across the road from Boland Pond.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/harvest-dinner-at-chenango-town-hall/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150928T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151021T180000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045442
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LAST-MODIFIED:20150928T140226Z
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SUMMARY:Raffle: Win Vintage Audubon Prints
DESCRIPTION:Purchase tickets for a chance to win vintage Audubon bird prints! \nThe raffle is for a copy of the 1964 Audubon Folio\, with text booklet by George Dock Jr.. This is a beautiful collection of 26 loose prints\, all measuring 14” x 17” and intended for framing. \nTickets are available at Wild Birds Unlimited (800 Valley Plaza\, Johnson City) during regular business hours through October 21. The drawing will take place on October 24. Tickets are $1 or 6 tickets for $5. \nPhotos of the prints are available online at https://www.facebook.com/naturalistsclub.\nAll proceeds benefit The Naturalists’ Club of Broome County.  For more information email bcnatclub@gmail.com or call 607-759-4550.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/raffle-win-vintage-audubon-prints/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150923T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150923T203000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045442
CREATED:20150919T011547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150919T011547Z
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SUMMARY:Membership Meeting “SPHAGNUM MOSS - THE MOST IMPORTANT PLANT IN THE UNIVERSE”
DESCRIPTION:MEMBER PROGRAM\nWEDNESDAY\, SEPTEMBER 23\, 2015\n“SPHAGNUM MOSS – THE MOST IMPORTANT PLANT IN THE UNIVERSE”\nSphagnum mosses are wetland plants consisting of over 200 species found around the world. Their unique ability to hold huge amounts of water as well as biologically make\nthe water in which they grow become more acidic creates wetland environments in which decay rates are very low and large amounts of organic matter accumulate in the\nform of peat. Worldwide this peat has accumulated  in bog up to 20 ft in depth and is responsible for around a quarter of the biologically stored carbon on the planet. Climatic\nwarming could well change this situation and trigger release of stored carbon in peat by increasing decay rates in northern latitudes in Alaska\, Canada and the Russia. \nRichard Andrus\, PhD is well known in the community for producing distinguished naturalists such as  Victor Lamoureux.  After completing his PhD in Forest Botany at SUNY ESF\, he moved to Binghamton in  1973 where he has taught in the Environmental Studies Program at Binghamton University ever since.  His research has been primarily on the classification and  ecology of Sphagnum moss\, which has provided him the opportunity to travel fo research to most of  the cool and wet places in the world. \nOur September Meeting will also feature an Open House. \nWood Carvings by Tim Hill We will have a short presentation by Tim Hill showing and discussing his wood carvings.  You can  check out Tim’s work by visiting his website at http://woodcarvingsbytimhill.weebly.com. \nAnimal Rehabilitation\nBarb Cole\, club member and licensed wildlife rehabilitator\, will bring a rescued animal.  At the  meeting\, we encourage members to show their support for local wildlife rehabilitators by helping to collect  donations of rehabilitation supplies.\nSuggested donations include: small coffee  filters\, baby food\, powdered milk\,\nold blankets and towels\, dog food\, and paper towels.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/membership-meeting-sphagnum-moss-the-most-important-plant-in-the-universe/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150527T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150527T210000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045442
CREATED:20141210T145735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150526T183001Z
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SUMMARY:Membership Meeting – You\, Me\, Birds and Global Warming
DESCRIPTION:In her talk\, Kim relates her love of science\, nature\, and birds to the current climate crisis and its implications for biodiversity.  She shares her personal response to the climate crisis from her perspective as a parent\, a birder\, and a professional ornithologist\, and closes her talk with a serious but empowering message\, outlining a “Simple 5 Point Plan” that bird-lovers can use to organize their own response to climate change. \nOriginally from upstate New York\, Bostwick received her PhD from the University of Kansas in 2002\, and since then has worked as the curator of birds and mammals at Cornell University.  Bostwick’s research has focused on bird behavior and evolution\, allowing her to travel throughout Central and South America\, as well as to South Africa\, and Papua New Guinea.  In 2005 Bostwick was featured in Nature’s Deep Jungles three-part series\, where she danced like a Red-capped Manakin to the tune of Michael Jackson’s “Billy Jean”.  This clip of video was extracted and posted to YouTube\, where it went viral and has been viewed millions of times\, spawned many knock-offs\, and brought great fame and many fans to a very deserving\, but otherwise little known bird.  Her research on the Club-winged Manakin was featured in National Geographic in May of 2012.  Recently\, spurred by the birth of her own two children\, Bostwick decided to reorient her career to become more active in science outreach\, specifically as it relates to climate change. She is now using her scientific literacy and communication skills to translate climate science for general audiences\, with the specific goal of motivating behavioral changes through science-based story-telling.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/membership-meeting-you-me-birds-and-global-warming/
LOCATION:Vestal Library\, 320 Vestal Pkwy East\, Vestal\, 13850
CATEGORIES:Membership Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150422T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150422T210000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045442
CREATED:20141210T145024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150416T201446Z
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SUMMARY:Membership Meeting – Kenyan Safari with Friends
DESCRIPTION:In 2005 Dolores Elliott traveled to Kenya with an Iroquois beadworker to help him revive beadwork among several groups in Kenya. While there she made friends with a Maasai man whose dream it was to start a safari company. In 2014 Dolores invited four friends to join her on safari with David\, whose dream had been realized. David took them to several game reserves\, villages\, museums\, schools\, and to visit his family. Of course\, they saw tens of thousands of wild animals including the “big five” and herds of zebras\, many species of antelopes\, and giraffes. They went to an elephant nursery\, dined with rhinos and crocodiles\, and saw hundreds of species of birds. This personal safari was an adventure of a lifetime. She will share pictures of some of the highlights. Dolores Elliott is a long time Naturalists’ Club member who joined 1967 after she met several Weedwalkers who volunteered at an archaeological excavation that she was directing. She has presented several programs in the past. Currently\, she directs the Iroquois Studies Association.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/membership-meeting-topic-tbd/
LOCATION:Vestal Library\, 320 Vestal Pkwy East\, Vestal\, 13850
CATEGORIES:Membership Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150325T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150325T210000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045442
CREATED:20141210T144900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150324T203656Z
UID:665-1427310900-1427317200@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Membership Meeting – Caterpillar & Moth Gardening
DESCRIPTION:Gardening for butterflies and moths (i.e.\, leps) is more than planting nectar sources for adults. Learn how you can assist them in all stages of their lifecycle as well as distinguish them from pests\, so that all of us can enjoy these beautiful creatures in the future. \nColleen Wolpert is a butterfly and moth enthusiast and long-time member of the Naturalists’ Club. She started with butterflies at an early age\, received her Master’s in social work\, and then even started her own “butterfly therapy” program to work with children and adults. She used to drive the back roads of Broome with Harriet Marsi and the “Butterfly Bunch”. Now shes work on educating the public about all aspects of the butterfly life cycle. Her enthusiasm is infectious. Come learn about how you can get your yard ready for lepidoptera this spring!
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/membership-meeting-caterpillar-moth-gardening/
LOCATION:Vestal Library\, 320 Vestal Pkwy East\, Vestal\, 13850
CATEGORIES:Membership Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150307T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150307T140000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045442
CREATED:20150207T011822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150207T011934Z
UID:670-1425724200-1425736800@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Birdwatching Basics Class
DESCRIPTION:Designed for the novice birdwatcher or someone just beginning\, this course will provide basic tools to begin a life-long enjoyment of birds. The classroom portion will cover basic bird biology\, binoculars\, field guides\, identification tips\, and local families of birds. The course includes two field trips to introduce basic field methods to find\, observe\, and ID birds. \nCourse will be led by Victor S. Lamoureux and other Naturalist Club members. Victor is a local naturalist and wildlife photographer and professor of biology at SUNY-Broome. He has been watching birds in Broome County since 1988. \nRefreshments will be provided. \nField Trips:\nSaturday\, March 21 – Winter Birds & Waterfowl\nSaturday\, April 18 – Early Spring Birds \nCost: $25\nAll participants will receive a free one year Naturalists’ Club of Broome County membership. (A $15 value!) \nSign up by calling (607) 759-4550(607) 759-4550 or emailing bcnatclub@gmail.com. Checks and Credit Cards will be accepted for payment before 3/7.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/birdwatching-basics-class/
LOCATION:Vestal Library\, 320 Vestal Pkwy East\, Vestal\, 13850
CATEGORIES:Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150307T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150307T080000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045442
CREATED:20150305T030950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150305T030950Z
UID:684-1425715200-1425715200@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Field Trip to Broome County Fields
DESCRIPTION:Broome County Fields\nSaturday\, February 28 – 8:00am \nThere are still a lot of birds to be seen in Broome County in the winter. Let’s see what winter specialties we can find. We’ll visit local hotspots to look for Northern Shrike\, Rough-legged Hawks\, Snow Buntings\, Horned Larks\, Bald Eagles and Tree Sparrows. We’ll also try for some rarer species including\, Redpolls and Pine Siskins.\nFOR BOTH TRIPS – meet at Oakdale Mall\, pole #6 at the back of Sears. Volunteer drivers may be necessary. Please consider volunteering if you are able.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/field-trip-to-broome-county-fields/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150228T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150228T130000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045442
CREATED:20150221T022309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150221T022309Z
UID:678-1425110400-1425128400@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Field Trip to Cayuga Lake
DESCRIPTION:Cayuga Lake is host to a great number of waterfowl in the winter months. We’ll travel up the east side of the lake for possible Redheads\, Canvasbacks\, Snow Geese\, Tundra Swans\, Scaup and maybe even some Short-eared Owls!   Meet at Oakdale Mall\, light pole # 6 for car-pooling.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/field-trip-to-cayuga-lake/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150225T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150225T210000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045442
CREATED:20141210T144732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150207T053258Z
UID:664-1424891700-1424898000@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Membership Meeting – Caspian Terns of Oregon
DESCRIPTION:Dylan Horvath will discuss the Caspian Terns of Oregon. He will share stories about his experience in Caspian Tern research in the Columbia River Estuary in the Northwest (Oregon/Washington).  Dylan lived on East Sand Island for 4 months monitoring and guarding the largest Caspian Tern colony on the west coast.  Other wildlife antics on the island were often just as interesting as the terns themselves! \nDylan Horvath is the Steward of Natural Areas of Binghamton University and a Wildlife Biologist.  He not only oversees activities and maintenance of the campus’ natural areas\, but also develops and coordinates educational programs for area school groups\, as well as facilitates the research and academic use of these areas.  In addition\, Dylan has spent nearly 15 years as a wildlife field biologist researching various organisms from salamanders to birds\, bats\, and wolverines. \n  \n 
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/membership-meeting-caspian-terns-of-oregon/
LOCATION:Vestal Library\, 320 Vestal Pkwy East\, Vestal\, 13850
CATEGORIES:Membership Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150128T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150128T210000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045442
CREATED:20141210T144613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150126T194219Z
UID:663-1422472500-1422478800@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Membership Meeting – Clark's Nutcrackers & Whitebark Pine Decline
DESCRIPTION:Whitebark pine and Clark’s Nutcrackers have a fascinating relationship: the trees provide rich\, fatty seeds\, and the birds “plant” the trees’ seeds —a single bird may hide up to 98\,000 seeds in a year. The food caches help the birds get through the winter\, and the leftovers grow into new trees. In fact\, whitebark pine trees sprout almost exclusively from nutcracker seed caches. This dependency has led to considerable concern for both species because whitebark pine ecosystems are rapidly disappearing in the western United States.\nLearn how research has advanced our understanding of the magnitude of the impact of the decline of whitebark pine on Clark’s Nutcrackers’ behavior and populations and how this data will aid in the design of biologically informed management interventions which will help maintain a healthy ecosystem by ensuring persistence of nutcrackers throughout their range. \nTaza Schaming\nTaza tells us that her career in ornithological and conservation research is not only her professional goal\, it is one of her greatest passions. A graduate of Cornell University\, Taza is currently working on finishing her PhD\, studying the topic she will be discussing at our meeting. \nThrough her research\, she is striving to create a better understanding of the intersection between conservation\, ornithology\, behavioral ecology\, and community ecology.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/membership-meeting-clarks-nutcracker/
LOCATION:Vestal Library\, 320 Vestal Pkwy East\, Vestal\, 13850
CATEGORIES:Membership Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20141210T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20141210T210000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045442
CREATED:20141210T143129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141210T145921Z
UID:662-1418238900-1418245200@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Membership Meeting – Member Photo Night - CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:Our December Member Meeting is cancelled due to the current Winter Storm Warning. If you are a member who was planning on showing photos tonight\, please email us at bcnatclub@gmail.com with one or two photos and we’ll post them here on our Facebook page and credit you so we can all still share in the fun. Please include a short caption and where the photo was taken.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/membership-meeting-member-photo-night-cancelled/
LOCATION:Vestal Library\, 320 Vestal Pkwy East\, Vestal\, 13850
CATEGORIES:Membership Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20141112T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20141112T210000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045442
CREATED:20140916T160945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141210T145942Z
UID:650-1415819700-1415826000@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Membership Meeting - Birds of Mono Lake California
DESCRIPTION:Marie Read\, professional nature photographer\, will discuss the Birds of Mono Lake California and show photos from her collection.  Widely published\, Marie specializes in images of birds and bird behavior. \nMeetings are open to the public.  The talk will include a question & answer session and light refreshments.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/membership-meeting-birds-of-mono-lake-california/
LOCATION:Vestal Library\, 320 Vestal Pkwy East\, Vestal\, 13850
CATEGORIES:Membership Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20141029T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20141029T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045442
CREATED:20140922T183809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140922T183809Z
UID:658-1414569600-1414584000@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Nature Walk - Cincinnatus Lake
DESCRIPTION:If the lake is in the process of being drawn down; we good get some nice waders. We have had some good surprises at this lake. Very little walking. \nWednesday morning nature walks are held in nearby natural areas. Bring binoculars\, field guides\, camera\, or just yourself. \nMeet at Oakdale Mall\, pole #6 at the back of Sears at 8:00am. All are welcome!  Cost listed is a small donation to offset the expense of gas for drivers. \nAlways call Dan Watkins\, Nature Walk Chairperson at 607-724-3857 if you plan on meeting us at the site\, as plans can change.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/nature-walk-cincinnatus-lake/
LOCATION:Cincinnatus Lake\, Cincinnatus\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20141022T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20141022T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045442
CREATED:20140922T183417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140922T183417Z
UID:657-1413964800-1413979200@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Nature Walk - Dorchester Park
DESCRIPTION:Lets hope the ducks are in for a good day of Waterfowl. 25% walking. \nWednesday morning nature walks are held in nearby natural areas. Bring binoculars\, field guides\, camera\, or just yourself. \nMeet at Oakdale Mall\, pole #6 at the back of Sears at 8:00am. All are welcome!  Cost listed is a small donation to offset the expense of gas for drivers. \nAlways call Dan Watkins\, Nature Walk Chairperson at 607-724-3857 if you plan on meeting us at the site\, as plans can change.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/nature-walk-dorchester-park-2/
LOCATION:Dorchester Park\, 5469 NY Rt. 26\, Whitney Point\, NY\, 13862\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20141015T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20141015T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045442
CREATED:20140922T183328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140922T183328Z
UID:655-1413360000-1413374400@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Nature Walk - Jones Park
DESCRIPTION:We hit this park early in year; why not try it again late in the year. 50% walking. \nWednesday morning nature walks are held in nearby natural areas. Bring binoculars\, field guides\, camera\, or just yourself. \nMeet at Oakdale Mall\, pole #6 at the back of Sears at 8:00am. All are welcome!  Cost listed is a small donation to offset the expense of gas for drivers. \nAlways call Dan Watkins\, Nature Walk Chairperson at 607-724-3857 if you plan on meeting us at the site\, as plans can change.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/nature-walk-jones-park/
LOCATION:Jones Park\, State Line Road\, Vestal\, NY\, 13850\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20141008T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20141008T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045442
CREATED:20140922T183004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140922T183004Z
UID:654-1412755200-1412769600@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Nature Walk - Chenango Valley State Park
DESCRIPTION:What a great place to bird. We really think Chenango Valley State Park is under birded. Why don’t we give it a good going over; and see what’s to be seen. 50% walking. \nWednesday morning nature walks are held in nearby natural areas. Bring binoculars\, field guides\, camera\, or just yourself. \nMeet at Oakdale Mall\, pole #6 at the back of Sears at 8:00am. All are welcome!  Cost listed is a small donation to offset the expense of gas for drivers. \nAlways call Dan Watkins\, Nature Walk Chairperson at 607-724-3857 if you plan on meeting us at the site\, as plans can change.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/nature-walk-chenango-valley-state-park-2/
LOCATION:Chenango Valley State Park\, 153 Chenango Valley State Park\, Chenango Forks\, 13746
CATEGORIES:Nature Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20141001T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20141001T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045442
CREATED:20140922T182814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140922T182814Z
UID:652-1412150400-1412164800@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Nature Walk - Wolfe Park
DESCRIPTION:In the past this park as given bus some good Vireo sighting. Along with Boland should make for a good day. Mostly walking. \nWednesday morning nature walks are held in nearby natural areas. Bring binoculars\, field guides\, camera\, or just yourself. \nMeet at Oakdale Mall\, pole #6 at the back of Sears at 8:00am. All are welcome!  Cost listed is a small donation to offset the expense of gas for drivers. \nAlways call Dan Watkins\, Nature Walk Chairperson at 607-724-3857 if you plan on meeting us at the site\, as plans can change.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/nature-walk-wolfe-park/
LOCATION:Wolfe Park\, Dorman Road\, Binghamton\, NY\, 13905\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140924T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140924T210000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045442
CREATED:20140916T160213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140916T160213Z
UID:649-1411586100-1411592400@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Membership Meeting - Humpback Whales - Composers of the Sea
DESCRIPTION:Humpback whales are the maestros of the marine world. Their “songs” actually develop and change over time – an example of cultural evolution in a non-human species. Katy Payne and Ann Warde of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s Bioacoustics Research Program have teamed up for this audio-visual presentation during which they will introduce the audience to whales\, the sounds they make\, and the concept of deep listening. \nOur September Meeting will feature an Open House.  Barb Cole\, club member and  licensed wildlife rehabilitator\, will bring a rescued animal to the September Open House meeting. At the meeting\, we encourage members to show their support for local wildlife rehabilitators by helping to collect donations of rehabilitation supplies. Suggested donations include: small coffee filters\, baby food\, powdered milk\, old blankets and towels\, dog food\, and paper towels. \nMeetings are open to the public.  The talk will include a question & answer session and light refreshments.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/membership-meeting-humpback-whales-composers-of-the-sea/
LOCATION:Vestal Library\, 320 Vestal Pkwy East\, Vestal\, 13850
CATEGORIES:Membership Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140924T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140924T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045442
CREATED:20140922T182417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140922T182417Z
UID:651-1411545600-1411560000@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Nature Walk - Aqua Terra Park
DESCRIPTION:Can’t do Aqua Terra without doing Foley Road. Hope the fall migration is in full swing. 50% walking. \nWednesday morning nature walks are held in nearby natural areas. Bring binoculars\, field guides\, camera\, or just yourself. \nMeet at Oakdale Mall\, pole #6 at the back of Sears at 8:00am. All are welcome!  Cost listed is a small donation to offset the expense of gas for drivers. \nAlways call Dan Watkins\, Nature Walk Chairperson at 607-724-3857 if you plan on meeting us at the site\, as plans can change.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/nature-walk-aqua-terra-park/
LOCATION:Aqua Terra Park\, Maxian Road\, Binghamton
CATEGORIES:Nature Walks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140528T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140528T210000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045442
CREATED:20140515T005905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140515T005905Z
UID:647-1401304500-1401310800@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Membership Meeting - BIRDS AND THE IMPACT OF THE CONSTITUTION PIPELINE
DESCRIPTION:BIRDS AND THE IMPACT OF THE CONSTITUTION PIPELINE \nby Andy Mason \nThis program will address the impacts and outline what concerned citizens can do during the public review process for the Constitution Pipeline project. The proposed 124 mile Constitution Pipeline\, slated to run from Susquehanna County\, PA through Broome\, Chenango\, Delaware and Schoharie Counties in NY will fragment large tracts of forest in the region\, bringing about significant changes for breeding birds that depend on these habitats.  These include many neotropical migrants such as Wood Thrush\, Scarlet Tanager\, Black-throated Blue Warbler\, and other species  that are already at risk. The\n100 ft. wide pipeline corridor will expose these birds to increase predation and nest parasitism\, reducing breeding success.  In addition\, the pipeline route will impact wetlands\, streams and other natural areas important to  birds\, including  an Audubon- designated Important Bird Area and two state forests. \nAndy Mason is co-president of the Delaware-Otsego Audubon Soc. and co- chair of the group’s  Franklin Mt. Hawkwatch. He is past chair of the Audubon Council of NY State\, and past president  of the NY State Ornithological Assoc.  He has been an active  birder for over 30 years\, participated in the NY State Breeding Bird Atlas\, and has lead bird  workshops for the Appalachian Mountain Club.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/membership-meeting-birds-and-the-impact-of-the-constitution-pipeline/
LOCATION:Vestal Library\, 320 Vestal Pkwy East\, Vestal\, 13850
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140524T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140524T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045442
CREATED:20140508T233058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140508T233058Z
UID:646-1400918400-1400929200@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Bird Song Class at BU Nature Preserve
DESCRIPTION:The Naturalists’ Club of Broome County will lead several bird song classes in May.  Learn to identify birds by their song as well as looks.  Bring your binoculars\, and your questions.  Participants should dress for the weather and possible muddy conditions.  Classes start at 8 am and will last about 3 hours. \nThe Saturday  May 24\, 2014 Bird Song Class will be at the BU Nature Preserve\, Binghamton University\, Vestal NY.  Led by Julian Shepherd.   Meet at the entrance to the Nature Preserve.  Parking is available at the upper  end of parking lot M.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/bird-song-class-at-bu-nature-preserve/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140517T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140517T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045442
CREATED:20140508T232752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140508T232752Z
UID:645-1400313600-1400324400@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Bird Song Class at Upper Lisle Park
DESCRIPTION:The Naturalists’ Club of Broome County will lead several bird song classes in May.    Learn to identify birds by their song as well as looks.  Bring your binoculars\, and your questions.  Participants should dress for the weather and possible muddy conditions.  Classes start at 8 am and will last about 3 hours. \nThe May 17 Bird Song Class will be at Upper Lisle Park\,  Route 26\, Upper Lisle NY. Led by Jon Weeks.   Meet at the park. Parking  is available along the road next to the marsh.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/bird-song-class-at-upper-lisle-park/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140510T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140510T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045442
CREATED:20140508T232406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140508T232406Z
UID:644-1399708800-1399719600@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Bird Song Class at Cole Park
DESCRIPTION:The Naturalists’ Club of Broome County will lead several bird song classes in May.   Learn to identify birds by their song as well as looks.  Bring your binoculars\, and your questions.  Participants should dress for the weather and possible muddy conditions.  Classes start at 8 am and will last about 3 hours. \nThe May 10 class will be at Cole Park\,  Colesville Road\, Harpursville\, NY.  Led by Dan Dunn\,   Meet at the park.  Parking is available in the parking lot that is on the right as your drive in. \n 
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/bird-song-class-at-cole-park/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140326T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140326T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045442
CREATED:20140210T175023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140211T164557Z
UID:638-1395820800-1395835200@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Nature Walk - Aqua Terra
DESCRIPTION:Close in spot that we need to hit early in the season to see what is to be seen.  50% walking. \nWednesday morning nature walks are held in nearby natural areas. Bring binoculars\, field guides\, camera\, or just yourself. \nMeet at Oakdale Mall\, pole #6 at the back of Sears at 8:00am. All are welcome!  Cost listed is a small donation to offset the expense of gas for drivers. \nAlways call Dan Watkins\, Nature Walk Chairperson at 607-724-3857 if you plan on meeting us at the site\, as plans can change.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/nature-walk-aqua-terra-2/
LOCATION:Aqua Terra Park\, Maxian Road\, Binghamton
CATEGORIES:Nature Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140326T071500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140326T210000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045442
CREATED:20140211T164259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140211T164327Z
UID:639-1395818100-1395867600@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Membership Meeting - "Smart" Feeders and Optimal Bird Foraging
DESCRIPTION:Americans spend billions of dollars each year feeding birds and provide an enormous food  subsidy. But little research has been conducted to understand how birds use the food we provide\, and how that food influences the survival and behavior of birds. \nUsing passive integrated transponders (PIT tags) and “smart” bird feeders\, we’re tracking the feeding behavior of individual birds and gaining an unprecedented view of their activity. This presentation will reveal how we use technology to study feeding behavior\, and will explore the movements\, survival\, and daily and annual activity patterns of our favorite feeder birds. \nSpeaker David Bonter is an ornithologist working as Senior Lecturer at Cornell University and Assistant Director of Citizen Science at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/membership-meeting-smart-feeders-and-optimal-bird-foraging/
LOCATION:Vestal Library\, 320 Vestal Pkwy East\, Vestal\, 13850
CATEGORIES:Membership Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140319T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140319T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T045442
CREATED:20140210T174912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140211T164634Z
UID:636-1395216000-1395230400@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Nature Walk - Chenango Valley State Park
DESCRIPTION:What a great place to bird\, however I think we don’t bird the park enough.  50% walking. \nWednesday morning nature walks are held in nearby natural areas. Bring binoculars\, field guides\, camera\, or just yourself. \nMeet at Oakdale Mall\, pole #6 at the back of Sears at 8:00am. All are welcome!  Cost listed is a small donation to offset the expense of gas for drivers. \nAlways call Dan Watkins\, Nature Walk Chairperson at 607-724-3857 if you plan on meeting us at the site\, as plans can change.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/nature-walk-chenango-valley-state-park/
LOCATION:Chenango Valley State Park\, 153 Chenango Valley State Park\, Chenango Forks\, 13746
CATEGORIES:Nature Walks
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