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SUMMARY:Online Meeting - Pantanal - Realm of the Jaguar
DESCRIPTION:Photo of Adrian by Todd Gustafson \nIn the center of South America lies Brazil’s Pantanal\, the world’s largest inland wetland. This immense\, seasonally flooded region hosts a breathtaking array of wildlife. It is home to a large variety of wetland birds\, and endangered species such as Hyacinth Macaw\, Giant Anteater\, Giant River Otter\, and Jaguar. \nJoin Adrian Binns\, Senior Tour Leader with Wildside Nature Tours\, as he takes you on a photographic tour of Pantanal. We will travel along the Transpantaneira through diverse habitats\, from dry grasslands and open scrub to extensive swamps\, gallery forests and tranquil rivers\, to discover the prolific wildlife of the northern Pantanal. \nAdrian\, a naturalist and field ornithologist\, grew up in Morocco and England where his birding experiences paved the way for a career in the birding community. A former tennis professional\, Adrian also worked as an ecological landscape designer\, combining a lifelong interest in wildlife with expertise in crafting native-plant landscapes\, particularly wetlands and water gardens\, to attract birds\, butterflies and other critters. \nA professional tour guide since the 1990’s\, Adrian has led birding and eco-tours across five continents\, for a variety of organizations and tour companies. He joined Wildside Nature Tours in 2007\, leading trips to Africa\, India\, Brazil\, Colorado\, Florida and other favorite destinations. As an educator Adrian has written articles and lectured on “Landscaping for Wildlife” as well as being a regular contributor to Pond Magazines. He co-authored “Big City Birding: Philadelphia\,” for the May 2001 issue of Wild Bird magazine\, and produced an educational program\, “Eastern Owls\,” for the National Audubon Society. Adrian has attended birding festivals all across North America and abroad\, serving as keynote speaker\, workshop presenter\, and field trip leader. \nAdrian is a past president of the Delaware Valley Ornithological Club (DVOC) in Philadelphia\, one of the oldest bird clubs in the country. He competed in the World Series of Birding as a member of the Nikon/DVOC team (1997-2006)\, placing 1st five times including a record number of 231 species found in 24hrs in New Jersey in 2003. Adrian is currently a member of Zeiss Birding and very fond of his 8×42 Victory SF bins and Conquest 85mm scope\, the latest in high definition optics. \nAn accomplished avian illustrator and photographer\, Adrian’s images regularly appear in major birding magazines and media formats. In a 2006 issue\, Wild Bird magazine named Adrian one the ‘upcoming leaders to watch’! Adrian collaborated with Birding Adventures TV on several episodes including Hawk Mountain and Botswana. You may find Adrian featured on the local Philadelphia non-profit TV station\, MiND TV\, hosting a handful of short birding programs. \nMeeting Information \nPlease register in advance at https://www.bigmarker.com/wildside-nature-tours/PANTANAL-Realm-of-the-Jaguar. \nOnce registered\, you will receive a confirmation and a link to join the webinar. Your link is unique to you and cannot be shared. Registering for this program will add you to the Wildside Nature Tours email list for information and updates on tours\, contests and other upcoming webinars. You may unsubscribe at any time.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/membership-meeting-via-zoom-2/
CATEGORIES:Membership Meeting,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200923T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200923T203000
DTSTAMP:20260430T023611
CREATED:20200911T170650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200913T193354Z
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SUMMARY:Online Meeting - Wildlife: Myths and Misconceptions
DESCRIPTION:In this virtual presentation Dylan Horvath will discuss misconceptions about wildlife that persist and spread through the media\, Hollywood\, and word of mouth. Conventional wisdom such as “bats are blind” that “everyone knows” is true\, may not be. Dylan will talk about myths of local wildlife\, and some exotic wildlife as well. \nAs the Steward of Natural Areas at Binghamton University\, Dylan oversees the maintenance and usage of the campus Nature Preserve and natural areas as well as teaching courses\, training volunteers\, and research. In addition\, Dylan has been a wildlife field biologist for many years\, working with birds\, salamanders\, bats\, and wolverines. \nAs always\, Naturalists’ Club member meetings are free and open to the public.\nPlease email bcnatclub@gmail.com to get a link to join this meeting. You will be able to join the meeting beginning at 7:00pm and the talk will begin at 7:15pm. 
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/membership-meeting-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Membership Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200624T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200624T201500
DTSTAMP:20260430T023611
CREATED:20200612T172407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200612T172628Z
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SUMMARY:Online Meeting - Common Local Frogs and Salamanders – Identification and Natural History
DESCRIPTION:In this virtual presentation club member Victor Lamoureux will highlight our local frogs and salamanders. We will discuss where they can be found (habitats)\, how to identify them when found\, and what they are doing in the environment around us. Although frogs are often more obvious\, you might not realize that we actually have more species of salamanders than frogs in our local area. Join us to learn more about these fascinating and often overlooked creatures. \nVictor S. Lamoureux is a biology professor at SUNY Broome Community College\, the Program Director for the Broome County Naturalists’ Club\, and an amateur wildlife photographer. He completed his PhD at Binghamton University on the green frog\, a common local frog that he will discuss. \nAs always\, Naturalists’ Club member meetings are free and open to the public.\nPlease email bcnatclub@gmail.com to get a link to join this meeting. You will be able to join the meeting beginning at 7:00pm and the talk will begin at 7:15pm. 
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/online-meeting-common-local-frogs-and-salamanders-identification-and-natural-history/
CATEGORIES:Membership Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200527T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200527T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T023611
CREATED:20190909T133549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200519T005003Z
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SUMMARY:Online Meeting - Butterflies and Other Day Flying Moths
DESCRIPTION:Club member Colleen Wolpert will talk about how Butterflies are not only related to moths\, they are moths. Prehistoric ancestors of moths were day fliers until too many\npredators\, such as birds\, evolved to eat them.  Flying at night as well as mimicking other creatures/things offered protection. Learn what they look like and which ones still fly during the day nectaring side by side with butterflies on flowers and bait. They cannot be found in your butterfly field guides. \nColleen Wolpert will explain moths vs. skippers vs. true butterflies while presenting some identification and life cycle information about all of the leps along the way. \nAs always\, Naturalists’ Club member meetings are free and open to the public.\nPlease email bcnatclub@gmail.com to get a link to join this meeting. 
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/member-meeting-camera-trapping-tips-techniques-and-stories/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Membership Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200422T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200422T191500
DTSTAMP:20260430T023611
CREATED:20190909T132935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200403T204503Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Member Meeting - Animal Misconceptions
DESCRIPTION:Dylan Horvath\, Binghamton University Nature Preserve Steward and club member\, will talk about animal misconceptions. \nAs always\, meetings are free and open to the public!
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/member-meeting-animal-misconceptions/
LOCATION:Vestal Library\, 320 Vestal Pkwy East\, Vestal\, 13850
CATEGORIES:Membership Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200325T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200325T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T023611
CREATED:20190909T132615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200313T145744Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Member Meeting - A Galapagos Adventure
DESCRIPTION:As a precaution\, to assist in protecting our membership and our community\, we are cancelling our March meeting.  \nClub member Renee DePrato  will talk about her recent trip to the Galapagos. Armed with a new camera and a sense of adventure\, she fulfilled her dream of visiting these islands which maintains an almost mythical status for most nature lovers. \nIn this photo filled presentation\, you will learn what makes the Galapagos islands special and enjoy photos of the diverse flora and fauna of these islands. Renee DePrato is an avid birder and nature lover who enjoys traveling to see new wildlife. \nAs always\, meetings are free and open to the public!
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/member-meeting-a-galapagos-dream/
LOCATION:Vestal Library\, 320 Vestal Pkwy East\, Vestal\, 13850
CATEGORIES:Membership Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200314T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200314T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T023611
CREATED:20200304T142412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200313T145940Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Field Trip - Boland Pond & Local Rivers
DESCRIPTION:As a precaution\, to assist in protecting our membership and our community\, we are cancelling this field trip. Since most waterfowl is viewed at a distance and the sharing of spotting scopes is typically required\, we feel this precaution is in everyone’s best interest.  \nJoin us for a joint field trip to visit Boland Pond and our local rivers. It should be a good day to see a variety of waterfowl. Let’s see what we can find as spring quickly approaches.  \nMeet at Lowe’s on Upper Front Street in the parking lot section nearest to Front Street at\n8:00am. Volunteer drivers may be necessary. Please consider volunteering if you are able. \nField trips are free and open to the public. 
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/field-trip-boland-pond-local-rivers-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200226T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200226T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T023611
CREATED:20190909T132108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200206T164045Z
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SUMMARY:Member Meeting - Teri Franzen - From Desert to Shore
DESCRIPTION:Illustrated with images and video\, Teri will first take us through her multi-year quest for Bighorn rams which began in Wyoming in 2013. The journey continued until 2019 and an epic encounter amid the striking\, red sandstone rock formations of Valley of Fire State Park in Nevada. Next\, we’ll travel to the coastal shores of Long Island and visit the shorebird and seabirds that raise their families among the sand dunes. \n \nTeri Franzen is a wildlife conservation visual storyteller based in Endicott\, NY. Through photography\, filmmaking and stories\, Teri works to raise awareness of the natural beauty that surrounds us and the importance of protecting these precious ecosystems. A member of the Waterman Conservation Education Center board of directors\, Teri works to promote environmental awareness through Natural History Through the Lens (NHTL) photography workshops and blog. The NHTL program teaches photography skills and natural history through students’ own images\, inspiring them to learn about the vulnerability of nature\, thus cultivating a conservation mindset.\nLearn more about Teri and view more of her photography at\nhttps://www.terifranzenphotography.com. \nThe club will be holding our annual Silent Auction at this meeting.  Please bring any nature related items you would like to donate to the club for this fundraiser. Items can include books\, optics\, gardening supplies\, bird feeders\, and more.  Come prepared to bid on some treasures to take home! Your generosity in both donations and purchases helps the Naturalists’ Club make charitable contributions to other local Nature related organizations. \nAs always\, Naturalists’ Club member meetings are free and open to the public.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/member-meeting-teri-franzen/
LOCATION:Vestal Library\, 320 Vestal Pkwy East\, Vestal\, 13850
CATEGORIES:Membership Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200201T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200201T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T023611
CREATED:20200109T203131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200109T203131Z
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SUMMARY:Field Trip - Porcupine Hike
DESCRIPTION:BU Nature Preserve Hemlock Grove\nSaturday\, February 1 -1:00pm \nWinter can be a dreary time\, so plan to get out for a field trip! Hemlock groves are still green and are full of animal life. We will hike into the Binghamton  University Nature Preserve to visit several hemlock groves.  During the winter\, these areas provide shelter and a haven from the deeper\nsnows for many mammals  and birds.  Highlights often include deer beds\, Red Squirrels\, Great Horned Owls\, Golden-Crowned Kinglets\, Fisher tracks\, and the main object of our labor:  PORCUPINES.  You will learn how to locate a porky through their sign and hopefully we will actually see one (be prepared to crane your neck\, but it is good warbler training). We will also discuss invasive species affecting hemlocks and the surge in the population of the predatory Fisher. \nThe hemlock groves are on a fairly steep hillside and if the snow is deep it can be a rigorous walk.  However\, the lower hemlock grove is before the steeper portion and is fairly accessible.  If the snow is deep think about snowshoes!  Total walk is probably between 1 and 1.5 miles.  Wear sturdy shoes\, dress warmly and bring your binoculars.  Total trip time between 1 to 2 hours.  \nPark at the upper end of parking lot M and meet at the entrance to the Nature Preserve.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/field-trip-porcupine-hike-2/
LOCATION:Binghamton University Nature Preserve\, 4400 Vestal Parkway East\, Binghamton\, NY\, 13902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Victor Lamoureux":MAILTO:vlamoureux9@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200122T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200122T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T023611
CREATED:20190909T131904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200109T202757Z
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SUMMARY:Member Meeting - Half - Earth
DESCRIPTION:Guest speaker and club member\, Julian Shepard\, will discuss the Half-Earth project. How can we save half of Earth for nature? In the face of recent publicity about decimations of animal and plant populations\, the idea of saving half of Earth for nature has recently been popularized by the great biologist/conservationist Edward Wilson. Guest speaker Julian Shepherd\, PhD\, will present some of the evidence for how this might be accomplished and illustrate it with some of his experiences locally and in the tropics. \nJulian Shepherd\, PhD was born in England and emigrated to the United States at the age of 4. He was educated at Cornell\, London\, and Harvard Universities. Dr. Shepherd worked in East Africa for 2 1/2 years before coming to Binghamton University in 1975 where he continues to teach. He has taught various ecology\, zoology and conservation courses\, that have included both local and Costa Rica field trips\, research on insect biology\, and an inventory of natural areas in Broome County. \nAs always\, Naturalists’ Club member meetings are free and open to the public.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/member-meeting-half-earth/
LOCATION:Vestal Library\, 320 Vestal Pkwy East\, Vestal\, 13850
CATEGORIES:Membership Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191211T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191211T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T023611
CREATED:20190909T131401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190909T131500Z
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SUMMARY:Member Meeting - Member Photo Night
DESCRIPTION:Our December Program gives club members a chance to share 10 to 15 of their favorite photographs with fellow club members. Please go through your photographs and select some to share. \nYou may bring your pictures on a CD or thumb drive. If possible make arrangements ahead of time so that digital images can be pre-loaded on to the computer and avoid any computer related difficulties at the meeting. \nOnly members are invited to share photos. If you have any questions or to make arrangements to load your images in advance call Robert Grajewski at 607-775-5041 or email bcnatclub@gmail.com. \nAs always\, Naturalists’ Club member meetings are free and open to the public.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/member-meeting-member-slide-night/
LOCATION:Vestal Library\, 320 Vestal Pkwy East\, Vestal\, 13850
CATEGORIES:Membership Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191120T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191120T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T023611
CREATED:20190909T131222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191107T161706Z
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SUMMARY:Member Meeting - Fish Crows
DESCRIPTION:Guest speaker and Binghamton University graduate student Connor Loomis will talk about how Broome and Cayuga counties represent a unique area of North America in that they have 3 Corvus species living together in a shared landscape\, including the Common Raven\, the American Crow and the Fish Crow. The smallest of these species\, the Fish Crow is a new arrival to the north\, becoming established in the late 1970’s. They exist here\, in one of their northernmost breeding colonies\, in small numbers (between 60-150 individuals). Much of Fish Crows’ life history\, ecology\, and genetic diversity remain unstudied. In a time where conservation efforts must consider the implications of global change\, it is imperative that we document basic life-history and behavioral characteristics of species to understand the threats that face them. In addition\, the quantification of genetic diversity within this northern population can help elucidate trends regarding population health or divergence. Identifying the traits and environmental factors that cause population ranges to expand and contract with our changing environment allows for insights into how this population and others will respond to further human-induced change. \nConnor O’Horo Loomis is a PH. D. student and teaching assistant in Binghamton University’s Ecology\, Evolution and Behavior Department\, where he teaches Introduction to Population Biology and Zoology. He is a part of the Crow Research group\, a joint research group between Binghamton University and Cornell’s Lab of Ornithology. \nAs always\, Naturalists’ Club member meetings are free and open to the public.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/member-meeting-fish-crows/
LOCATION:Vestal Library\, 320 Vestal Pkwy East\, Vestal\, 13850
CATEGORIES:Membership Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191113T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191113T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T023611
CREATED:20191107T160412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191107T160412Z
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SUMMARY:Birds & Beers
DESCRIPTION:Birds and Beers is a social gathering of birders of all abilities to get away from our computers and meet face to face. You can meet other bird minded people–maybe find a carpool buddy\, ask about where to find target birds\, ask a bird feeding question\, share info on your favorite birding spot\, share some digiscoping tips\, etc. Come for all or just part of the time. It’s low key\, informal and fun! \nBroome Birders is a subgroup of the Naturalists’ Club of Broome County. Come learn more about the group! \nWater Street Brewing Co offers food\, craft beer\, wine\, hard cider and non-alcoholic drinks for purchase. Bonus: Wednesday is half-price burger night! \nAfter 6pm\, the Downtown Binghamton metered street parking and the Water Street Parking Ramp (Boscov’s) are both free.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/birds-beers-3/
LOCATION:Water Street Brewing Co.\, 168 Water Steet\, Binghamton\, NY\, 13901
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191026T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191026T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T023611
CREATED:20190909T130954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191004T135811Z
UID:975-1572109200-1572120000@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Member Harvest Dinner
DESCRIPTION:TOPIC – HOW A CAREER IN CONSERVATION LED ME TO THE NY BREEDING BIRD ATLAS\nOur speaker has spent her career engaged in conservation throughout the Northeast and beyond. She will share her experiences working with birds and other wildlife\, from seabirds to montane specialists\, from Wyoming to New Zealand\, and how this led her to her current role as the project coordinator of the upcoming Breeding Bird Atlas. After talking about some of the exciting research programs she has been involved with\, she will discuss volunteer and learning opportunities with the upcoming atlas and why this statewide project is so important to the conservation of wildlife and their habitats in New York. \nJulie Hart is a native Vermonter with a passion for wildlife conservation. She has worked across the globe studying birds\, butterflies\, and dragonflies. She has conducted research throughout the Northeast as well as out west\, in the Caribbean\, Europe\, and New Zealand. She worked for Audubon New York\, National Audubon\, the Cornell Lab of Ornithology\, and the Vermont Center for Ecostudies among other organizations before joining the NY Natural Heritage Program earlier this year to lead the 2020-2024 NY Breeding Bird Atlas. In her free time\, she enjoys traveling to explore the diversity of life in far flung places. \nPotluck Dinner – 5:00pm – Social Hour • 6:00pm – Dinner\nYour food contributions should contain 8 to 10 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 natures organizations.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/member-harvest-dinner/
LOCATION:Chenango Town Hall\,  1529 State Rte 12\, Binghamton\, 13901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190925T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190925T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T023611
CREATED:20190909T130734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190909T130734Z
UID:973-1569438900-1569445200@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Member Meeting - Collected Stories from 2019
DESCRIPTION:Crowd favorite Rick Bunting will be back this September to share a variety of experiences and photos from his daily outings in the area and also from his time in Florida this year. Rick has a regular email post “the Roadside Naturalist” that many of us receive and his photos\, stories\, and insights into the wide variety of flora and fauna he observes never ceases to amaze me. Rick’s presentation is sure to be a great kickoff for our 2019-20 program year. \nRick Bunting Rick Bunting is Professor Emeritus from the Crane School of Music at SUNY Potsdam where he served as Chair of Music Education and conductor of the renowned Crane Chorus. He continues his musical endeavors as a guest conductor and as a member of the Susquehanna String Band. \nSeptember Open House\nBe sure to bring a friend to our September membership meeting and open house. Barb\nCole\, 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. Suggested donations include: small coffee filters\, baby food\, powdered milk\, old blankets and towels\, dog food\, and paper towels. \nAs always\, Naturalists’ Club member meetings are free and open to the public.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/member-meeting-collected-stories-from-2019/
LOCATION:Vestal Library\, 320 Vestal Pkwy East\, Vestal\, 13850
CATEGORIES:Membership Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190626T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190626T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T023611
CREATED:20190612T154108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T154108Z
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SUMMARY:Member Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Bring your family to our annual picnic! This year our annual picnic will be at the Port Dickinson Community Park. This location is easy to find and the pavilion is right next to the parking lot. Please bring your own table service and a dish to pass. Drinks (soda\, water\, juice) will be provided. If you don’t have a dish to pass\, come anyway\, as there is always plenty of good food. \nAfter dinner we will enjoy a walk next to the river. \nDirections to Port Dickinson Community Park: The park is located in upper Port Dickinson\, just north of the Port Dickinson Municipal Hall\, with the entrance on Chenango Street.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/member-picnic-2/
LOCATION:Port Dickinson Community Park\, 816-822 Chenango Street\, Binghamton\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190622T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190622T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T023611
CREATED:20190612T153823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T153823Z
UID:965-1561195800-1561204800@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Field Trip - Butterfly Walk at Long Pond Grasslands
DESCRIPTION:We will alternate driving and walking along the dead-end level dirt road looking for butterflies. There will be a temptation to walk in tall grass\, so long pants tucked into socks is recommended. Binoculars and cameras are also recommended for both butterflies and birds. Be prepared to be asked about eye color of fritillaries in this area. \nMeet at Lowe’s on Upper Front St. in Binghamton at 9:30am to carpool or meet at the Greene Public Library at 10am. Minimal vehicles preferred to protect butterflies. \nPlease protect yourself from sun and ticks and have water with you for this walk.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/field-trip-butterfly-walk-at-long-pond-grasslands/
LOCATION:Long Pond State Forest\, Smithville\, NY\, 13801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190621T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190621T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T023611
CREATED:20190612T153355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T153837Z
UID:963-1561114800-1561122000@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Field Trip - Dragonfly Hike
DESCRIPTION:After checking the edge of the lake\, Colleen Wolpert will lead a moderate hike to a lesser known part of the park where a pond hosts a variety of dragonflies and damselflies to be photographed for identification later. \nMeet at Greenwood Park at 11am. \nPlease protect yourself from sun and ticks and have water with you for this walk.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/field-trip-dragonfly-hike/
LOCATION:Greenwood Park\, 153 Greenwood Road\, Lisle\, NY\, 13797\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190525T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190525T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T023611
CREATED:20190517T164158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190517T164158Z
UID:959-1558765800-1558785600@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Field Trip - Warbler Banding
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for a fun and informative morning at Lackawanna State Park for Warbler Banding. This is a beautiful park located in Northeastern\, PA\, just 10 minutes from Scranton. Meet to car pool at 6:30am at Lowe’s Parking Lot on Upper Front Street.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/field-trip-warbler-banding/
LOCATION:Lackawanna State Park\, 1839 Abington Road\, North Abington Township\, PA\, 18414
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190522T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190522T203000
DTSTAMP:20260430T023611
CREATED:20190517T163012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190522T163020Z
UID:957-1558552500-1558557000@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Member Meeting - The Magic of Monarchs
DESCRIPTION:Tannar Cliffe will be presenting his Magic of Monarchs program at our May meeting. He has had a life-long interest in insects which in the past few years has broadened to include birds and many other forms of wildlife. These interests have been enhanced by his expanding abilities as a photographer. He has been a member of the Bainbridge-Guilford Envirothon Team which has represented his region in the state competition for the past two years. For several years he has participated in the Monarch Watch Project by raising and tagging Monarch butterflies. From this work he has developed a program entitled “The Magic of Monarchs” which he has presented to Audubon Groups\, birds clubs\, and garden clubs. \n \nTannar will be graduating from Bainbridge-Guilford Central School in June. He looks forward to college study at SUNY ESF in the biological sciences where he will pursue his interests in the natural world. \nOur May Plant Exchange which will take place at this meeting! Share your flowers\, ornamentals\, herbs\, or vegetable plants\, seedlings\, or cuttings. Please be sure to include any specific growing instructions. Donations will be accepted to benefit club activities and programs. This is a great opportunity to get started on your spring gardening! \nAs always\, Naturalists’ Club member meetings are free and open to the public.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/member-meeting-the-magic-of-monarchs/
LOCATION:Vestal Library\, 320 Vestal Pkwy East\, Vestal\, 13850
CATEGORIES:Membership Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190518T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190518T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T023611
CREATED:20180411T181338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190321T171810Z
UID:896-1558164600-1558177200@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Bird Song Class at Aqua-Terra Park
DESCRIPTION:The Naturalists’ Club of Broome County will lead three Bird Song Classes in May. Join a club naturalist for a Saturday morning\, and learn to identify birds by their song as well as by sight. Bring your binoculars and dress for the weather\, including possibly muddy conditions. \nClasses start at 7:30 AM and will last 3-4 hours. Attend one\, two or all four sessions. Classes are FREE for all so bring a friend! \nVictor Lamoureux will lead this trip at Aqua-Terra Park\, located on Maxian Road in the Town of Binghamton. Meet at the large parking lot on the south side of Maxian Road. \nIf you have any questions or need directions\, contact bcnatclub@gmail.com.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/bird-song-class-at-aqua-terra-park/
LOCATION:Aqua Terra Park\, Maxian Road\, Binghamton
CATEGORIES:Bird Song Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190511T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190511T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T023611
CREATED:20180411T181444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190321T171748Z
UID:897-1557559800-1557572400@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Bird Song Class at Upper Lisle Park
DESCRIPTION:The Naturalists’ Club of Broome County will lead three Bird Song Classes in May. Join a club naturalist for a Saturday morning\, and learn to identify birds by their song as well as by sight. Bring your binoculars and dress for the weather\, including possibly muddy conditions. \nClasses start at 7:30 AM and will last 3-4 hours.  Attend one\, two or all three sessions. Classes are FREE for all so bring a friend! \nJon Weeks will lead this trip to Upper Lisle. We will meet at Upper Lisle Park\, which is off Route 26\, Upper Lisle\, NY. Turn right off Route 26 on to Merrill Creek Road\, cross bridge over Otselic River.  Meet along the road by the marsh. \nIf you have any questions or need directions\, contact bcnatclub@gmail.com.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/bird-song-class-at-upper-lisle-park-2/
LOCATION:Upper Lisle Park\, Off Route 26\, Upper Lisle\, NY\, 13862\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Song Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190504T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190504T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T023611
CREATED:20180411T181225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190321T171645Z
UID:895-1556955000-1556967600@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Bird Song Class at BU Nature Preserve
DESCRIPTION:The Naturalists’ Club of Broome County will lead three Bird Song Classes in May. Join a club naturalist for a Saturday morning\, and learn to identify birds by their song as well as by sight. Bring your binoculars and dress for the weather\, including possibly muddy conditions. \nClasses start at 7:30 AM and will last 3-4 hours. Attend one\, two or all three sessions. Classes are FREE for all so bring a friend! \nJulian Shepherd will lead this walk at the Binghamton University Nature Preserve. Park at the upper end of parking lot M and meet at the entrance to the Nature Preserve. \nIf you have any questions or need directions\, contact bcnatclub@gmail.com.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/bird-song-class-at-bu-nature-preserve-2/
LOCATION:Binghamton University Nature Preserve\, 4400 Vestal Parkway East\, Binghamton\, NY\, 13902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Song Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190424T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190424T203000
DTSTAMP:20260430T023611
CREATED:20190405T162128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190405T162128Z
UID:954-1556133300-1556137800@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Member Meeting - Pollination Biology and Pollinator Conservation
DESCRIPTION:Pollination is a critical ecosystem service\, and one that is mostly provided by flower visiting animals. In addition to supporting terrestrial ecosystems\, pollination is also directly responsible for much of the food human populations consume. Unfortunately\, global change is weakening these critical interactions\, and some pollinator species and communities are in decline. In this talk\, I will explore some interesting facts and examples of plant-pollinator interactions and conclude with some simple steps we all can take to promote pollinator diversity and abundance in our own backyards.[/caption] \nGeorge Meindl grew up in a biodiversity hotspot in Northern California\, where he became passionate about plant diversity and species interactions. Following a MS degree at Humboldt State University studying pollination of carnivorous plants\, he completed a PhD studying the impacts of floral metal accumulation on plant-pollinator interactions at the University of Pittsburgh. In his free time\, he enjoys the outdoors\, being an amateur mycologist\, and playing disc golf. He is now an Assistant Professor in the Environmental Studies Program at Binghamton University. \nAs always\, Naturalists’ Club member meetings are free and open to the public.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/member-meeting-pollination-biology-and-pollinator-conservation/
LOCATION:Vestal Library\, 320 Vestal Pkwy East\, Vestal\, 13850
CATEGORIES:Membership Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190406T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190406T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T023611
CREATED:20190401T150509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190401T150509Z
UID:953-1554537600-1554552000@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Field Trip - Back Roads of Broome
DESCRIPTION:Migration will be just beginning so let’s see what we can find. We will investigate the backroads of Northern Broome County looking for any late winter migrants or early spring arrivals. We’ll visit local hotspots\, making stops at Dorchester Park and Upper Lisle. \nMeet to car pool at 8:00 am at Lowe’s Parking Lot on Upper Front Street. Look for us in the small lot near Front Street. Volunteer drivers may be necessary. Please consider volunteering if you are able.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/field-trip-back-roads-of-broome/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190330T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190330T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T023611
CREATED:20190301T193802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190301T193802Z
UID:947-1553936400-1553947200@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Birdwatching Basics
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basic tools to begin a life-long enjoyment of birds! \n\nEnjoy a short talk about the basics of birdwatching\, including basic bird biology\, identification tips\, binoculars\, field guides\, and local birds.\nExplore hands-on displays where you can test out binoculars and spotting scopes\, look through bird guides\, learn about birding resources like eBird\, and discover local birding hotspots.\nJoin us at Boland Pond\, which is located a few blocks from the Town Hall\, to put what we’ve learned into practice by identifying ducks and other birds at the pond.\n\nThis event is FREE and open to the public. \nRSVP required.\nSign up today by calling (607) 759-4550 or emailing bcnatclub@gmail.com.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/birdwatching-basics/
LOCATION:Chenango Town Hall\,  1529 State Rte 12\, Binghamton\, 13901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190327T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190327T203000
DTSTAMP:20260430T023611
CREATED:20190219T152544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190321T172126Z
UID:942-1553713200-1553718600@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Member Meeting - Understanding Threats to Amphibians and How to Get Involved
DESCRIPTION:Human activities are threatening freshwater ecosystems across the globe.  Amphibians are particularly vulnerable to human activities with populations declining worldwide. Understanding the myriad ways our activities influence amphibians is paramount to conservation efforts. \nMembers of the Hua lab will provide a broad overview of recent work examining various threats to amphibians\, including light pollution\, road salt\, and invasive species. Specifically\, graduate student\, Grascen Shidemantle\, will discuss her recent discoveries regarding the effect of light pollution at night on amphibian growth and development. Graduate student\, Nicholas Buss\, will speak about how exposure to low amounts of road salts can make amphibians more susceptible to disease. Finally\, graduate student\, Devin DiGiacopo\, will talk about how leaf litter from invasive plants can affect amphibian susceptibility to other contaminants. Collectively\, we hope to convey that integrating an ecological perspective is crucial to understanding the threats facing amphibians. \nIn order to protect amphibians and the freshwater ecosystems that they live in\, we need to effectively communicate and engage with groups beyond the scientific community. As such\, graduate student\, Vanessa Wuerthner\, will highlight the Hua lab’s efforts at using art and citizen science to facilitate research and communication. \nOur annual Silent Auction will also take place at this meeting.  Please bring any nature related items you would like to donate to the club for this fundraiser. Items can include books\, optics\, gardening supplies\, knick-knacks\, bird feeders\, and more.  Come prepared to bid on some treasures to take home! Your generosity in both donations and purchases helps the Naturalists’ Club make charitable contributions to other local Nature related organizations. \nALTERNATE PROGRAM – A GALAPAGOS DREAM\nThere is a chance that our speakers may be pulled in to the field for research if warm weather brings the wood frogs out of hibernation. In the unlikely event of their unavailability\, we will hear from club member Renee DePrato who will talk about her recent trip to the Galapagos. Armed with a new camera and a sense of adventure\, she fulfilled her dream of visiting these islands which maintain an almost mythical status for most nature lovers. \nIn this photo filled presentation\, you will learn what makes the Galapagos islands special and enjoy photos of the diverse flora and fauna of these islands. Renee DePrato is an avid birder and nature lover who enjoys traveling to see new wildlife. \nAs always\, meetings are free and open to the public!
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/member-meeting-understanding-threats-to-amphibians-and-how-to-get-involved/
LOCATION:Vestal Library\, 320 Vestal Pkwy East\, Vestal\, 13850
CATEGORIES:Membership Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190123T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190123T203000
DTSTAMP:20260430T023611
CREATED:20190104T133659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190104T134953Z
UID:939-1548270900-1548275400@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Membership Meeting - Across Siberia: Birding with a Microphone
DESCRIPTION:Join us as guest speaker Bob McGuire talks about spending several weeks in the summer of 2017 traveling across Siberia\, from the Mongolian border to the Arctic Ocean. Join him for photos\, recordings\, and videos of some amazing birds as well as landscapes\, street scenes\, and then a few stories from an experience he will never forget. \nBob is a former president of the Cayuga Bird Club and editor of “Birding the Cayuga Lake\nBasin”. An avid birder and sound recordist\, he has contributed over 4\,500 recordings to the Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s Macaulay Library. His personal collection includes the vocalizations of 600 North American birds. \nMembership meetings are free and open to the public.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/membership-meeting-across-siberia-birding-with-a-microphone/
LOCATION:Vestal Library\, 320 Vestal Pkwy East\, Vestal\, 13850
CATEGORIES:Membership Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181212T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181212T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T023611
CREATED:20181106T153530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181106T153530Z
UID:934-1544642100-1544648400@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Member Meeting - Member Photo Night
DESCRIPTION:Our December Program gives club members a chance to share 10 to 15 of their favorite photographs with fellow club members. Please go through your photographs and select some to share. \nYou may bring your pictures on a CD or thumb drive. If possible make arrangements ahead of time so that digital images can be preloaded on to the computer and avoid any computer related difficulties at the meeting. \nOnly members are invited to share photos. If you have any questions or to make arrangements to load your images in advance call Robert Grajewski at 607-775-5041 or email bcnatclub@gmail.com.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/member-meeting-member-photo-night-3/
LOCATION:Vestal Library\, 320 Vestal Pkwy East\, Vestal\, 13850
CATEGORIES:Membership Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181211T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181211T203000
DTSTAMP:20260430T023611
CREATED:20181128T170839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181128T180205Z
UID:936-1544553000-1544560200@naturalistsclub.org
SUMMARY:Birds & Beers
DESCRIPTION:Birds and Beers is a social gathering of birders of all abilities to get away from our computers and meet face to face. You can meet other bird minded people–maybe find a carpool buddy\, ask about where to find target birds\, ask a bird feeding question\, share info on your favorite birding spot\, share some digiscoping tips\, etc. It’s low key\, informal and fun! \nBroome Birders is a subgroup of the Naturalists’ Club of Broome County. Come learn more about the group! \nWe’ve reserved a table in the “nook”\, located across from the Lunar Lounge inside the Brewery. Galaxy Brewing Company offers food\, craft beer\, a full bar and non-alcoholic drinks for purchase. BONUS: On Tuesday’s\, Galaxy has half priced drafts from 4pm to close! \nAfter 6pm\, the Downtown Binghamton metered street parking and the Water Street Parking Ramp (Boscov’s) are both free.
URL:https://naturalistsclub.org/event/birds-beers-2/
LOCATION:Galaxy Brewing Company\, 41 Court Street\, Binghamton\, NY\, 13901\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Renee DePrato":MAILTO:bcnatclub@gmail.com
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