Cape May with Declan O'Neil
2025-10-10 17:30 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | DE
October 11 @ 7:00 am – 3:00 pm EDT

Broad-winged Hawk by Declan O’Neil

Experience fall migration at Cape May!

Known as “the birding Mecca,” Cape May, New Jersey has a legendary status among birders for good reason! Its location at the tip of a narrow peninsula funnels in migrating birds and provides a birding experience unlike any other. Join us for this special two-day trip targeting migrant songbirds and raptors!

We will begin Friday evening with a sunset stroll around South Cape May Meadows preserve followed by a group dinner and pick up again bright and early Saturday morning to see migration in action, visiting Higbee Beach WMA, the Northwood Center of Cape May Bird Observatory and Cape May Point State Park, finishing up on the iconic Hawk Watch Platform.

Black-throated Green Warbler by Declan O’Neil

Please note that participants are responsible for their own overnight accommodations if they plan to attend both days.

Please contact Declan at Declan@dosbirds.org to sign up for this trip or if you have any questions.

Meet at South Cape May Meadows Friday evening.

Meet at Higbee Beach WMA Saturday morning.

October Meeting: "Here’s the latest poop on birds: What can we learn from our feathered friends’ feces?" by Dr. Jennifer Uehling
2025-10-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Ashland Nature Center, 3511 Barley Mill Road, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States
Summary: Though most people bemoan the presence of bird poop, one person’s trash is another person’s treasure! Dr. Jenny Uehling will explore what we can learn from bird feces, covering topics such as DNA sequencing to identify bird diet and microplastic identification and quantification. Understanding what birds are eating, and how it can expose them to potentially helpful nutrients or harmful pollutants, allows us to better understand the relationship between diet, survival, reproductive success, and bird declines.

Dr. Jenny Uehling is an assistant professor at West Chester University. She started at West Chester University as an assistant professor in Fall 2023. Before arriving at WCU, she received a Ph.D. in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from Cornell University in spring 2023 and my B.S. in Biology and B.A. in Environmental Studies from the University of Chicago in 2015. A native of the Philadelphia area, she graduated from Springfield Township High School in Montgomery County. She am passionate about teaching, mentoring students in research, and making science accessible to everyone. When not pondering bird behavior or working with students, she enjoys running and eating ice cream. She is also a diehard Phillies fan!

The meeting is held in person at Ashland Nature Center and is streamed online via YouTube Live. The in person meeting is open to everyone, but the YouTube Live presentation is for DOS members only.

Members in good standing will receive an email with the link to YouTube Live prior to the meeting. If you are not a member and would like to attend virtually, please consider joining DOS.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

University of Delaware Farm & Ecology Woods with Blue Hen Birding
2025-10-19 08:00 - 11:00 | DE
Killdeer by Carolyn Holland

Explore the UD Farm & Ecology Woods!

Ruby-crowned Kinglet by Michael Moore

By special permission from the University of Delaware & hosted by Blue Hen Birding, a UD student organization, here is an opportunity for non-UD affiliated birders to explore the University of Delaware Farm & Ecology Woods to observe the many species of birds that can be found there during fall migration. Be prepared with bug spray and appropriate footwear as the areas near the wetlands can be muddy especially if we have rain prior to the trip.

Yellow-rumped Warbler by Michael Moore

This trip will be limited to 12 participants. Please email Carolyn at fieldtrips@dosbirds.org providing contact information to sign up for this trip or if you have any questions.

Meet at the UDairy Creamery, 535 S College Ave, Newark DE & perhaps enjoy some ice cream after our walk! Parking must be paid by the hour using the Passport Parking App in Zone 755 (Lot 1 in front of the Fred Rust Ice Arena) or in Zone 756 (Lot 2 next to the UDairy Creamery & behind Townsend Hall).

Youth Birders: Rushton Woods Owl Banding
2025-10-24 19:00 - 20:30 | DE
*Note the evening meeting time!

Northern Saw-whet Owl by Jessica Shahan

It’s time for another fun evening with owls! Join the banding crew at Rushton Woods Preserve as they work to catch and band Northern Saw-whet Owls, to help researchers discover more about their amazing annual movements and unique nocturnal adaptations.

There will be no registration fees for this outing.

NOTE: All youth birders must be accompanied by an adult until they are old enough to drive themselves to the trip!

Spaces are limited, so pre-registration is required, please contact Jessica at redknotyouthbirders@gmail.com.

911 Delchester Road, Newtown Square PA 19073

Anson B. Nixon Park with Ian Stewart
2025-10-25 08:00 - 10:30 | DE
Blue-headed Vireo by Carolyn Holland

Explore this under-birded park to see what species we might find!

Anson B. Nixon park (www.ansonbnixonpark.org) is an attractive 100 acre site owned by the Kennett Area Park Authority. It contains two small lakes and a mix of woodland and dense forest with creeks. It is free to enter, there is ample parking and the trails are good. We will search the woods and edges for late migrants, winter visitors and residents. This well-maintained park is under-birded yet the mix of habitats holds great promise of us adding some new species to the site list! Bring bug spray and wear appropriate shoes for walking.

Contact Carolyn at fieldtrips@dosbirds.org if you have any questions about this trip..

The entrance to the park is on N Walnut Street in Kennett Square. The GPS coordinates on the map below will take you to the park entrance where there is a sign at the end of the driveway. Follow the driveway and soon you will come to a good size parking lot on the right where we will meet. If this lot is full there is a spillover lot further down the driveway.

Youth Birders: Chambers Works Natural Area
2025-10-26 08:00 - 10:00 | DE
Mallard by Carolyn Holland

Since Mother Nature had other ideas the first two times we tried this trip, we’ve moved it to afall date! Youth birding committee member Scott Northey will show us around Chemours’Chambers Works site’s 500 acres of freshwater impoundments, grasslands and forestedwetlands to see resident and migrant birds, including waterfowl!There are no entrance fees for this site.

Penns Grove NJ, meeting address will be forwarded with RSVP- Please email SCOTT.T.NORTHEY@chemours.com

NOTE: All youth birders must be accompanied by an adult until they areold enough to drive themselves to the trip!

Late Afternoon Bird Walk at the DuPont Environmental Education Center/Russell W. Peterson Refuge with Joe Francis
2025-10-26 16:00 - 18:00 | DE
Swamp Sparrow by Carolyn Holland

Lazy Birder Walks with Joe are back!

Close the week with an easy walk along the Jack A Markell Trail at the Peterson Refuge near the Wilmington Riverfront. We will begin about 2 hours before sundown and cover about 2 miles, mostly on boardwalk with a bit of woodland trail thrown in. The sights and sounds of a freshwater marsh in evening are a great stress-reliever and will fortify you for the week ahead.

Next walk: Noevember 23 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Meet by the Russell Peterson statue in the parking area for the DuPont Environmental Education Center. Those interested in more information may contact Joe at jfrancismd@verizon.net.

Evening Saw-whet Owl Banding at Rushton Woods
2025-11-14 19:00 - 20:30 | DE
***This event is full***

Northern Saw-whet Owl courtesy of Rushton Woods Preserve

A visit to Rushton Woods owl banding for adults!

Join the banding crew at Rushton Woods Preserve as they work to catch and band Northern Saw-whet Owls to help researchers discover more about their amazing annual movements and unique nocturnal adaptations. Please be aware that this is expected to be a light year for the owls so while participants may not see an owl, they will learn about the research being done, the techniques used and the value of the collected data.

This trip is limited to 20 participants, DOS members only. Please email Carolyn at fieldtrips@dosbirds.org providing contact information to sign up for this trip or if you have any questions. Since there was a lot of interest last year and the trip filled quickly, I will be giving priority to those who did not have the opportunity to go last year. I will keep a waiting list for people who attended last year and would like to go again in the event that the trip does not fill.

911 Delchester Road, Newtown Square PA 19073

Youth Birders: Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge
2025-11-16 08:30 - 10:30 | DE
Blue-winged Teal by Michael Moore

This trip is all about waterfowl! Join us to explore the diversity of duck and goose species that move into the Mid-Atlantic region for the winter each year. We’ll be bringing scopes to make sure we get great looks, so don’t miss out!

*Annual Duck Stamp or Daily Pass required

NOTE: All youth birders must be accompanied by an adult until they are old enough to drive themselves to the trip!

Please RSVP to Jessica at redknotyouthbirders@gmail.com so we’ll know to expect you.

2591 Whitehall Neck Road, Smyrna, DE 19977

November Meeting via Zoom: "Introduction to Gull Identification" by Amar Ayyash
2025-11-19 19:00 - 21:00 | DE
Summary: Often approached with apprehension, gulls have gained a love-hate relationship with many birders. Among these larids are some of the most coveted bird species in the world. Amar will highlight key identification field marks for separating our most common gull species, and he will also touch on some of the often-ignored topics in gull-study such as the aging process, plumage and molt. Learn why an increasing number of people are being drawn to this family of birds and are eagerly calling themselves “larophiles”.

Amar Ayyash is both an expert on the gulls of North America and an evangelist for “gull recreation”. He coordinates the IOS Annual Gull Frolic on Lake Michigan, hosts the popular website anythinglarus.com, and is often found speaking at birding events throughout the continent. Much of his free time is dedicated to traveling the world to photograph and study gulls. Ayyash has published a number of papers and articles on gull identification, distribution, and molt, and he is the author of the authoritative guide to North American Gulls, The Gull Guide. Amar lives in northern Illinois where he teaches mathematics.

The meeting is held online via Zoom. The Zoom link has been sent to members.

The meeting is open to everyone. If you did not get a Zoom link, please click the button below to send an email to request the Zoom link be emailed to you:

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Sea Watch with Chris Bennett & Anthony Gonzon ***Chris & Anthony plan to give this trip a go & will adjust timing when there if needed due to rain***
2025-11-22 08:00 - 12:00 | DE
Bufflehead by Carolyn Holland

Join Anthony and Chris for a brisk birding adventure at the Indian River Inlet!

To be enjoyed at the Southside Day Use Area (parking lot on the south side of Indian River Inlet along the ocean). Come prepared for cold conditions and the seashore wind and bring your scope if you have one.

State Park entrance fees will be in effect. Participants should monitor the DOS website and social media for last minute changes due to weather or other conditions.

Contact Carolyn at fieldtrips@dosbirds.org if you have any questions about this trip.

Late Afternoon Bird Walk at the DuPont Environmental Education Center/Russell W. Peterson Refuge with Joe Francis
2025-11-23 15:00 - 17:00 | DE
Rusty Blackbird by Carolyn Holland

Explore Delaware’s Premier Urban Wildlife Refuge!

Close the week with an easy walk along the Jack A Markell Trail at the Peterson Refuge near the Wilmington Riverfront. We will begin about 2 hours before sundown and cover about 2 miles, mostly on boardwalk with a bit of woodland trail thrown in. The sights and sounds of a freshwater marsh in evening are a great stress-reliever and will fortify you for the week ahead.

Next walk: January 25, 2026 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Meet by the Russell Peterson statue in the parking area for the DuPont Environmental Education Center. Those interested in more information may contact Joe at jfrancismd@verizon.net.

Delaware Bayshore: Pickering Beach to Port Mahon with Anthony Gonzon
2025-12-06 12:00 - 17:00 | DE
Sunset along Port Mahon Road by Chris Bennett

Observation Tower at Little Creek Wildlife Area by C. Bennett

Spend the afternoon on the Delaware Bay!

The Delaware Bay and the public lands along its shores attract a wide range of migrant and winter resident birds. We will start the trip at the Main Tract of Little Creek Wildlife area looking for forest songbirds, raptors and waterfowl. We will head south from there to Pickering Beach to search for diving ducks on the bay and check the tidal flats for winter gulls. The trip will end on the fishing pier at Port Mahon where we will scan the marsh for American Bittern, Rough-legged Hawk and Short-eared Owls. Conservation Access Pass required.

Lesser Black-backed Gulls, immature & adult by C. Bennett

American Bittern by C. Bennett

Short-eared Owl by C. Bennett

Contact Carolyn at fieldtrips@dosbirds.org if you have any questions about this trip.

Meet at the Hunter Education Building at Little Creek Wildlife Area, 3018 Bay Road, Dover, DE 19901.

DOS December Meeting: Annual "For DOS, by DOS" short presentations by DOS members
2025-12-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Ashland Nature Center, 3511 Barley Mill Road, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States
The December member meeting will feature several short talks by DOS members on activities managed, coordinated and implemented by DOS members and partner organizations. The talks will generally be 10-15 minute overviews of activities implemented over the past year. See below for speaker list.

Will Krohn, University of Delaware

“Investigating Natal Dispersal and Artificial Colony Use in Purple Martins (Progne subis)”

Grace Muench, University of Delaware

“Managed Early Successional Habitat: Quail and Passerine Survival, Movement, and Activity”

Matthew Halley, Delaware Museum of Science and Nature

“Alexander Wilson’s House in Philadelphia”

Andy Ednie, Delaware Ornithological Society

“First State National Historical Park – Summary of a Year of Bird Surveys”

This meeting will be in person at Ashland Nature Centerl.

Members in good standing will receive an email with the link to the online presentation prior to the meeting. If you are not a member and would like to attend virtually, please consider joining DOS.

Youth Birders: Wilmington Christmas Bird Count
2025-12-20 08:30 - 10:30 | DE
Snow Geese by Carolyn Holland

Join us for the 126th annual Christmas Bird Count! We will be counting all of the birds we can see and hear to help track continent-wide trends in bird diversity and abundance. The data collected is used by scientists working to protect bird habitats and populations.

Please RSVP to Jessica at redknotyouthbirders@gmail.com so we’ll know to expect you.

Meet at the Alapocas Ball Fields

First State National Historical Park Bird Survey
2025-12-26 08:00 - 11:00 | DE
Red-headed Woodpecker by Jean-Marie Gauthier

Birders at Hot Triangle L to R: Carol Majors, Jean-Marie Gauthier, Ron Majors, Walt Blackwell, Karen Hochgraf. Photo by Melissa Lafferty

Last day for this survey!

DOS with the cooperation with the National Park Service is embarking on a comprehensive transect survey of the avifauna of the Brandywine Valley (formerly Woodlawn) Tract of First State National Historical Park. The property was preserved for prosperity by William Poole Bancroft with “the vision of open space accessible to the public for their health and well being.” The goal is to determine the park’s avian population and locate prime birding areas. This is the 10th anniversary of an initial survey done by Delaware Nature Society prior to transfer of the property to the National Park Service and will set a baseline as improvements are made to the area.

Young Red-headed Woodpecker by Jean-Marie Gauthier

DOS is looking for leaders and participants to help with the census. We’ll start by meeting at the Ramsey Road parking lot at 7:30 am. If interested, please contact Andy Ednie at 302-463-0113 or email ednieap@verizon.net.

Late Afternoon Bird Walk at the DuPont Environmental Education Center/Russell W. Peterson Refuge with Joe Francis
2025-12-28 15:00 - 17:00 | DE
Hermit Thrush by Carolyn Holland

Explore Delaware’s Premier Urban Wildlife Refuge!

There will be a chance to work off those extra holiday calories and bird at a slower, more relaxing pace than the recent CBCs with a walk along the Jack A Markell Trail at the Peterson Refuge near the Wilmington Riverfront. We will begin about 2 hours before sundown and cover about 2 miles, mostly on boardwalk with a bit of woodland trail thrown in. The sights and sounds of a freshwater marsh in evening are a great stress-reliever and will fortify you for the week ahead. Afterwards, we can enjoy the holiday lights on the Riverwalk.

Next walk: January 25, 2026 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Meet by the Russell Peterson statue in the parking area for the DuPont Environmental Education Center. Those interested in more information may contact Joe at jfrancismd@verizon.net.

White Clay Creek State Park Bird Survey
2026-01-02 08:00 - 11:00 | DE
Photograph by Andy Ednie

Join the survey!

Cerulean Warbler by Alex Sansosti

Delaware’s piedmont area is only 10% of the land mass, but has the largest, most diverse biodiversity in the state. The White Clay Creek State Park is the 4th highest ranked top birding spot in New Castle County and 49th largest Delaware area bird list by Cornell University’s eBird data base. This list is growing as more hours are spent birding the area. The purpose of this bird survey is to evaluate the avifauna potential in a systematic two-year study and add to the knowledge of the park. The park was originally surveyed in 1976-1977 with weekly surveys over 24 months. That data was published in the Delmarva Ornithologist.

Plan:Date: January 2, 2026 – December 31, 2027Frequency: Weekly, alternate Thursday/SaturdayCoverage: North and South sections split by Hopkins and Pleasant Hill Roads.Data Entry: Checklists will be recorded by eBird along with weather, observers and effort.Volunteer Hours: recorded on separate volunteer sheet.Goals:Count the total number of birds in the park over a 24-hour period weekly for 2 years.Document status and population of bird species.Locate critical areas for unusual species.Increase usage for birding activitiesMonitor volunteer hours (between 350-750 hrs./yr)

Census Dates: The dates for the weekly bird census may be modified based on the consensus of thegroup. Changes to the schedule can occur in response to weather conditions or other unforeseen factorsthat may affect census activities.

Census dates for 2026 are as follows:

Saturday, January 10Saturday, May 16Saturday, September 19Thursday, January 15Thursday, May 21Thursday, September 24Saturday, January 24Saturday, May 30Saturday, October 3Thursday, January 29Thursday, June 4Thursday, October 8Saturday, February 7Saturday, June 13Saturday, October 17Thursday, February 12Thursday, June 18Thursday, October 22Saturday, February 21Saturday, June 27Saturday, October 31Thursday, February 26Thursday, July 2Thursday, November 5Saturday, March 7Saturday, July 11Saturday, November 14Thursday, March 12Thursday, July 16Thursday, November 19Saturday, March 21Saturday, July 25Saturday, November 28Thursday, March 26Thursday, July 30Thursday, December 3Saturday, April 4Saturday, August 8Saturday, December 12Thursday, April 9Thursday, August 13Thursday, December 17Saturday, April 18Saturday, August 22Saturday, December 26Thursday, April 23Thursday, August 27Thursday, December 31Saturday, May 2Saturday, September 5 Thursday, May 7Thursday, September 10

White Clay Creek Nature Center by Andy Ednie

Meet at the White Clay Creek Nature Center at 8:00 am

January Meeting: "Update on the Delaware Shorebird Project" by Kat Christie
2026-01-21 19:00 - 21:00 | Ashland Nature Center, 3511 Barley Mill Road, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States
Summary: Shorebirds are an important part of the ecology of Delaware’s shorelines. But they are under threat; populations are declining. DNREC’s Delaware Shorebird Project works to mitigate that threat, through research and monitoring, habitat protection, and management planning. The Shorebird Project team has conducted research and monitoring since 1997. They have studied the health and status of several shorebird populations. These include the Ruddy Turnstone, Sanderling, Dunlin, Semipalmated Sandpiper and the federally threatened rufa subspecies of the Red Knot. The professional staff and dedicated volunteers of the Project are part of a team that includes state and federal scientists, local and international researchers, local volunteers and birders who collect high-quality data.

Kat Christie is the DNREC Division of Fish and Wildlife’s coastal waterbird biologist and project leader for the Delaware Shorebird Project, a long-term study centered on the stopover of tens of thousands of long-distance migrant shorebirds in the Delaware Bay each spring. She has a background in avian conservation and earned a Masters degree from the University of Georgia studying wading bird pathogen dynamics, working in novel urban breeding colonies of white ibis in Florida. She moved to Delaware to join DNREC in July of 2023 and is now preparing for her third full field season here, managing the planning, field work, and data analysis related to migratory shorebirds, colonial waterbirds, and other breeding coastal species of conservation concern such as American Oystercatcher and Piping Plover.

The meeting is held in person at Ashland Nature Center and is streamed online via YouTube Live. The in person meeting is open to everyone, but the YouTube Live presentation is for DOS members only.

Members in good standing will receive an email with the link to YouTube Live prior to the meeting. If you are not a member and would like to attend virtually, please consider joining DOS.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

Late Afternoon Bird Walk at the DuPont Environmental Education Center/Russell W. Peterson Refuge with Joe Francis
2026-01-25 15:00 - 17:00 | DE
Field Sparrow by Carolyn Holland

Explore Delaware’s Premier Urban Wildlife Refuge!

Close the week with an easy walk along the Jack A Markell Trail at the Peterson Refuge near the Wilmington Riverfront. We will begin about 2 hours before sundown and cover about 2 miles, mostly on boardwalk with a bit of woodland trail thrown in. The sights and sounds of a freshwater marsh in evening are a great stress-reliever and will fortify you for the week ahead.

Meet by the Russell Peterson statue in the parking area for the DuPont Environmental Education Center. Those interested in more information may contact Joe at jfrancismd@verizon.net.

DOS February Meeting: Annual Christmas Count Recap
2026-02-18 19:00 - 21:00 | DE
Join host Jim White and other Christmas Count compilers for a recap of all the exciting discoveries during the 2024-2025 Christmas Counts. Each compiler will summarize the highlights of their count and discuss recent trends in bird populations.

This event will be held on line via Zoom. A zoom link will be sent to all DOS members via email. If you are not a member, you can request a zoom link by clicking the button below.

Non-members click here to request Zoom link

For DOS members only, there will be a link to a recording of the talk after the meeting. If you are not a member and want to attend virtually, please consider joining.

Raptors in Winter with Jim White
2026-02-22 08:00 - 16:00 | DE
Merlin by Carolyn Holland

A quest for Raptors in Winter!

Barred Owl by Shannon Modla

A full day quest for raptors that may be found in our area during the winter months. We will visit several areas in Delaware and while we will include owls in our search, no tape recordings will be used to call them in. Bring snacks, lunch etc. There is typically a stop around lunchtime at Wawa/Royal Farms/etc. to refuel. Be sure to dress appropriately for extended periods of time in the mid-winter elements!

Red-shouldered Hawk by Carolyn Holland

DOS members only -This trip is limited to 14 participants. Contact Jim at hylajwhite@aol.com to register or if you have any questions about this trip.

Meet at the Wilmington Airport, also known as the New Castle County Airport.

Sea Watch II with Chris Bennett & Anthony Gonzon
2026-03-14 08:00 - 12:00 | DE
Bufflehead by Carolyn Holland

Another chance to join Anthony and Chris for a brisk birding adventure at the Indian River Inlet!

To be enjoyed at the Southside Day Use Area (parking lot on the south side of Indian River Inlet along the ocean). Come prepared for cold conditions and the seashore wind and bring your scope if you have one.

State Park entrance fees will be in effect. Participants should monitor the DOS website and social media for last minute changes due to weather or other conditions.

Contact Carolyn at fieldtrips@dosbirds.org if you have any questions about this trip.

Fair Hill Bobolinks with Ian Stewart
2026-05-30 08:00 - 11:00 | DE
Bobolink by Ian Stewart

See Bobolinks up close!

We will explore the rolling grasslands of Fair Hill NRMA just over the Maryland border in search of breeding Bobolinks and Meadowlarks, then head into the woods in search of other breeding birds. Fair Hill is an excellent place to see these declining grassland birds thanks to local conservation efforts. We will then drive 5 minutes to the nature center to look for warblers and other songbirds along Big Elk Creek.

Bobolinks by Ian Stewart

NRMA Daily Pass in effect ($5 for non-residents) so bring cash. We will meet at Parking lot #3 at the intersection of Appleton Road and Black Bridge Rd (aka North Appleton Parking lot).

Contact Carolyn at fieldtrips@dosbirds.org if you have any questions about this trip.

48th Annual Beginner's Shorebird Field Trip!
2026-07-25 08:00 - 12:00 | DE
Shorebirds for Beginners at Bombay Hook!

Delaware Ornithological Society (DOS) is sponsoring a Beginner’s Shorebird Field Trip on Saturday, July 25th, at Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge, Smyrna, Delaware. This will be a Half Day trip – tailored for beginners, and is the 48th consecutive outing for this popular field trip. “Par” is 15 species of shorebirds, usually a challenging goal, because arrival dates, water levels and weather conditions all change year to year.

Spotted Sandpiper at Bear Swamp by Carolyn Holland

Emphasis is on basics of shorebird identification for beginners, although there are always several experienced birders to assist. Pace is slow – everyone should see each shorebird species satisfactorily. While this is not a photography workshop, our slow pace allows for photographic experimentation and networking. There will be some “prizes” awarded for categories not yet determined! Drinks and snacks advised, as well as sunscreen, bug spray and a hat. An optional, informal tally luncheon is usually held following the trip at a local eatery.

Refuge fees are in effect – $4 per car, or free entry with a 2024-2025 season duck stamp (or other special passes). This would be a fine opportunity to recycle your lightly used, expired prior season duck stamp(s) – Donate it/them to support the DOS Bird-a-Thon!

Trip leader is Bob Rufe – rrufe1@aol.com – please email Bob to let him know you’re planning to participate, or if you have any questions. A few “loaner” binoculars will be available, please contact leader to request if needed.More information on Bombay Hook NWR is available at https://www.fws.gov/refuge/Bombay_Hook/

We will meet in the Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge Visitor’s Center parking lot in Smyrna, DE at 8 a.m. and wrap up by noon.
