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SUMMARY:Ashland Migrant Walk with Jim White
DESCRIPTION:Magnolia Warbler by Carolyn Holland \n\n\n\nMigrant Bird Walk at Ashland!\n\n\n\nJoin Jim White for a  ramble along the Red Clay Creek at Ashland Nature Center in search of warblers and other neotropical migrants!  Bring your binoculars and spotting skills. \n\n\n\nMeet in the parking lot of Ashland Nature Center\, Hockessin DE at 8:00 am. \n\n\n\nContact Carolyn at fieldtrips@dosbirds.org if you have any questions about this trip.
URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/ashland-migrant-walk-with-jim-white-4/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T080000
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SUMMARY:Youth Birders: Back to Basics Walk at Bellevue State Park
DESCRIPTION:Carolina Chickadee by Michael Moore \n\n\n\nIf you are new to birding or want a refresher on the basics\, then this walk is for you! We willlearn about common birds\, how to find them\, and how to use binoculars to observe them. Forreturning families\, this is a great opportunity to get your bird-curious friends hooked on thehobby!  We supply loaner binoculars.*Annual parks pass or daily pass required.\n\n\n\nNOTE: All youth birders must be accompanied by an adult until they are old enough to drive themselves to the trip! \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP to Jessica at redknotyouthbirders@gmail.com so we’ll know to expect you. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet at the parking lot near the band shell.
URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/youth-birders-back-to-basics-walk-at-bellevue-state-park-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Youth Birding
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T190000
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SUMMARY:DOS September Meeting:  "Make it meaningful: Interpretation and Adult Learning on Field Trips" by Todd Klawinski
DESCRIPTION:Summary:  Learn how to lead field trips that truly connect. We will look at how to turn facts into stories\, engage diverse groups\, and handle real-world challenges with confidence. Leave with practical techniques you can use right away \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Todd Klawinski is the Director of Education for the Delaware Nature Society (DelNature). He holds a doctorate in educational leadership from Wilmington University and has over two decades of experience as an educator\, biologist\, and advocate for environmental literacy. Todd began his career studying pinelands ecosystems at Stockton University in southern New Jersey and doing field research at Rutgers University Cooperative Extension. He later taught Biology and Environmental Science\, led zoo education programs in Texas\, and helped integrate outdoor learning and sustainability into Delaware public schools. Todd continues to champion hands-on environmental and sustainability education. He’s passionate about connecting people from young learners to adults with nature while fostering kind\, engaged communities.
URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/dos-september-meeting-make-it-meaningful-interpretation-and-adult-learning-on-field-trips-by-todd-klawinski/
LOCATION:Ashland Nature Center\, 3511 Barley Mill Road\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T080000
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SUMMARY:Raptor Identification at Herring Point with Bruce Peterjohn & Gregory Gough
DESCRIPTION:Peregrine Falcon by Gregory Gough \n\n\n\nJoin us at Herring Point!\n\n\n\nJoin local experts Bruce Peterjohn and Gregory Gough at Herring Point in Cape Henlopen State Park\, a premier hawk watching location where hundreds of raptors may be seen in a day. Bruce is the foremost ornithologist in Sussex County\, a long-time hawk counter\, and chair of the Delaware Bird Records Committee. Greg is a former Avian Ecologist at the Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center and a recent transplant to the county. They’ll teach you the finer points of identifying migratory falcons and hawks. After the session participants may tour the live hawk watching station elsewhere in the park. And who knows\, you may be inspired to become a volunteer at one of Delaware’s long-term raptor migration monitoring sites! \n\n\n\nIn case of foggy or rainy weather this trip will be cancelled since the raptors won’t be flying.  Leaders will try to give 24 hours notice so stay tuned to this posting for updates & DOS members can check their email. \n\n\n\nContact Carolyn at fieldtrips@dosbirds.org if you have any questions about this trip. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet at Herring Point in Cape Henlopen State Park \n\n\n\nThe group will meet & observe from the bluff overlooking the ocean\, bring a scope if you have one.  There are two parking areas at Herring Point\, but the smaller one closest to the ocean fills quickly so you may have to park in the large parking lot at the bottom of the hill & walk up from there. \n\n\n\nEntry fee or State Park pass will be required.
URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/raptor-identification-at-herring-point-with-bruce-peterjohn-gregory-gough/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T080000
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bombay Hook
DESCRIPTION:Photo by Michael Moore \n\n\n\nExplore the Forest Discovery Tree Trail at Bombay Hook!\n\n\n\nThe Delaware Ornithological Society is sponsoring a bird walk utilizing the newly completed Forest Discovery Tree Trail (2.7 miles) and lasting approximately 2 hours.  The walk will take place rain-or-shine unless the weather is extreme (check www.DOSBirds.org or the DOS Facebook page). Bring sturdy shoes that can stand mud and moisture; water bottle; insect repellent; and\, of course\, binoculars if you have them (loaners will be available). \n\n\n\nWe’ll meet in the Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge Visitor’s Center parking lot in Smyrna\, DE.  \n\n\n\nRefuge fees are in effect – $4 per car\, or free entry with a 2025-2026 season duck stamp (or other special passes).  \n\n\n\nContact Carolyn at fieldtrips@dosbirds.org if you have any questions about this trip.More information on Bombay Hook NWR is available at https://www.fws.gov/refuge/Bombay_Hook/
URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/monthly-walks-at-bombay-hook/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Cape Henlopen Fall Migrants with Chris Bennett
DESCRIPTION:Marsh along the Lewes-Rehoboth Canal seen from the Saltmarsh Spur Trail\, by Chris Bennett \n\n\n\nExplore diverse habitats seeking fall migrants at Cape Henlopen!\n\n\n\nSongbirds\, seabirds\, shorebirds\, raptors and more can be seen in Cape Henlopen State Park’s diverse habitats during fall migration.  From the Point to Herring Point and in the forests in between we will hopefully find both common migrants and uncommon or rare vagrants.  We will walk trails which can have both ticks and chiggers.  Insect repellent is recommended.  State Park entrance fee is in effect. \n\n\n\nView along Gordon’s Pond Trail                 by C. Bennett\n\n\n\n        Lesser Black-backed Gull                  by C. Bennett\n\n\n\nBrown-headed Nuthatch by C. Bennett\n\n\n\nContact Carolyn at fieldtrips@dosbirds.org if you have any questions about this trip. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet at the Fishing Pier parking lot.
URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/cape-henlopen-fall-migrants-with-chris-bennett/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T080000
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SUMMARY:Youth Birders: Burrows Run Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Palm Warbler (Yellow) by Carolyn Holland \n\n\n\nOn this trip\, we will be exploring fall songbird migration in Delaware. We will look for migrating warblers\, flycatchers\, thrushes\, and raptors as they move through the region on their way south to their wintering grounds in Central and South America. This site is not open to the public except during guided programs\, so this walk is a great  chance to explore a less-visited part of the piedmont!There are no entrance fees for this site.\n\n\n\nNOTE: All youth birders must be accompanied by an adult until they are old enough to drive themselves to the trip!  \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP to Jessica at redknotyouthbirders@gmail.com so we’ll know to expect you. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAshland Clinton School Road\, Greenville DE 19807- meet at the gate just uphill from theintersection of Ashland Clinton School Road and Center Mill Road
URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/youth-birders-burrows-run-preserve/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Youth Birding
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T110000
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SUMMARY:First State National Historical Park with Declan O'Neil
DESCRIPTION:***Please note change of date – rescheduled from October 5*** \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nConnecticut Warbler by Declan O’Neil \n\n\n\nLincoln’s Sparrow by Declan O’Neil\n\n\n\nExplore the Brandywine Valley!\n\n\n\nExplore the exquisite Brandywine Valley tract of First State National Historical Park in search of some delightfully confusing fall warblers and sparrows.  \n\n\n\nAs the morning sun first hits the trees\, we’ll take a slow stroll along the creekside trail. Afterwards\, we will cross the new bridge and loop back around through the woods.  \n\n\n\nIn addition to the usual suspects\, specialty targets seen in past seasons include Lincoln’s Sparrow and Connecticut Warbler. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTennessee Warbler by Declan O’Neil \n\n\n\n Contact Declan at Declan@dosbirds.org  if you have any questions about this trip. \n\n\n\nMeet at the parking lot on Ramsey Road across from Ramsey’s Farm. There is overflow parking (if necessary) in the Smith’s Bridge parking lot down the street on Brandywine Creek Road.
URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/first-state-national-historical-park-with-declan-oneil/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T093000
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SUMMARY:Harry's Pond in Autumn with Amy O'Neil***Rescheduled for Friday\, 10/10 @8:00am-9:30am\, due to imminent rain!***
DESCRIPTION:Harry’s Pond in Autumn by Amy O’Neil \n\n\n\nHow many species of birds visit or reside at Harry’s Pond?\n\n\n\nCome out for a seasonal stroll around Harry’s Pond and find out what makes this little retention pond such a special and fun place to visit. It’s a small oasis amidst a busy shopping center\, which makes it the perfect place for birds (and busy birders) to frequent.  This fall walk will be the first in a series – we’ll drop in once each season to see what we can find.  Spring migrants?  Winter waterfowl?  Summer nesters?  They’re all here tucked away\, just waiting to be found!  The pace will be leisurely\, and most walking will be on paved paths or flat grassy areas.   \n\n\n\nContact Carolyn at fieldtrips@dosbirds.org if you have any questions about this trip.. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’ll meet by the entrance to the pond most easily accessible from the parking lot by the security building past Tutor Time.  Be careful of toddlers getting dropped off in the morning when driving in!
URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/harrys-pond-in-autumn-with-amy-oneil/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T093000
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SUMMARY:Harry's Pond in Autumn with Amy O'Neil ***Rescheduled from Wednesday\, 10/8\, due to rain***
DESCRIPTION:Harry’s Pond in Autumn by Amy O’Neil \n\n\n\nHow many species of birds visit or reside at Harry’s Pond?\n\n\n\nCome out for a seasonal stroll around Harry’s Pond and find out what makes this little retention pond such a special and fun place to visit. It’s a small oasis amidst a busy shopping center\, which makes it the perfect place for birds (and busy birders) to frequent.  This fall walk will be the first in a series – we’ll drop in once each season to see what we can find.  Spring migrants?  Winter waterfowl?  Summer nesters?  They’re all here tucked away\, just waiting to be found!  The pace will be leisurely\, and most walking will be on paved paths or flat grassy areas.   \n\n\n\nContact Carolyn at fieldtrips@dosbirds.org if you have any questions about this trip.. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’ll meet by the entrance to the pond most easily accessible from the parking lot by the security building past Tutor Time.  Be careful of toddlers getting dropped off in the morning when driving in!
URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/harrys-pond-in-autumn-with-amy-oneil-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T190000
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SUMMARY:Cape May with Declan O'Neil
DESCRIPTION:October 11 @ 7:00 am – 3:00 pm EDT \n\n\n\n\n\nBroad-winged Hawk by Declan O’Neil \n\n\n\nExperience fall migration at Cape May!\n\n\n\nKnown 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! \n\n\n\nWe 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.  \n\n\n\nBlack-throated Green Warbler by Declan O’Neil\n\n\n\nPlease note that participants are responsible for their own overnight accommodations if they plan to attend both days. \n\n\n\nPlease contact Declan at Declan@dosbirds.org to sign up for this trip or if you have any questions. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet at South Cape May Meadows Friday evening. \n\n\n\n		\n			\n		\n		\n		\n	\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet at Higbee Beach WMA Saturday morning. 
URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/cape-may-with-declan-oneil-3/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T210000
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SUMMARY:October Meeting:  "Here’s the latest poop on birds: What can we learn from our feathered friends’ feces?" by Dr. Jennifer Uehling
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. 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! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nMembers 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. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you soon!
URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/october-meeting-to-be-announced-2/
LOCATION:Ashland Nature Center\, 3511 Barley Mill Road\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T080000
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SUMMARY:University of Delaware Farm & Ecology Woods with Blue Hen Birding
DESCRIPTION:Killdeer by Carolyn Holland \n\n\n\nExplore the UD Farm & Ecology Woods! \n\n\n\nRuby-crowned Kinglet by Michael Moore\n\n\n\nBy 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYellow-rumped Warbler by Michael Moore \n\n\n\nThis 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. \n\n\n\nMeet 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).
URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/university-of-delaware-farm-ecology-woods-with-blue-hen-birding-5/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T203000
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SUMMARY:Youth Birders: Rushton Woods Owl Banding
DESCRIPTION:*Note the evening meeting time! \n\n\n\n\n\nNorthern Saw-whet Owl by Jessica Shahan \n\n\n\nIt’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.  \n\n\n\nThere will be no registration fees for this outing. \n\n\n\nNOTE: All youth birders must be accompanied by an adult until they are old enough to drive themselves to the trip!  \n\n\n\nSpaces are limited\, so pre-registration is required\, please contact Jessica at redknotyouthbirders@gmail.com. \n\n\n\n911 Delchester Road\, Newtown Square PA 19073
URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/youth-birders-rushton-woods-owl-banding-3/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Youth Birding
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T103000
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SUMMARY:Anson B. Nixon Park with Ian Stewart
DESCRIPTION:Blue-headed Vireo by Carolyn Holland \n\n\n\nExplore this under-birded park to see what species we might find!\n\n\n\nAnson 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. \n\n\n\nContact Carolyn at fieldtrips@dosbirds.org if you have any questions about this trip.. \n\n\n\nThe 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.
URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/anson-b-nixon-park-with-ian-stewart-3/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T100000
DTSTAMP:20260416T051501
CREATED:20250906T200406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T200407Z
UID:7395-1761465600-1761472800@www.dosbirds.org
SUMMARY:Youth Birders:  Chambers Works Natural Area
DESCRIPTION:Mallard by Carolyn Holland \n\n\n\nSince 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. \n\n\n\nPenns Grove NJ\, meeting address will be forwarded with RSVP- Please email SCOTT.T.NORTHEY@chemours.com \n\n\n\nNOTE: All youth birders must be accompanied by an adult until they areold enough to drive themselves to the trip!
URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/youth-birders-chambers-works-natural-area-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Youth Birding
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T051501
CREATED:20251013T155132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T160949Z
UID:7442-1761494400-1761501600@www.dosbirds.org
SUMMARY:Late Afternoon Bird Walk at the DuPont Environmental Education Center/Russell W. Peterson Refuge with Joe Francis
DESCRIPTION:Swamp Sparrow by Carolyn Holland \n\n\n\nLazy Birder Walks with Joe are back!\n\n\n\nClose 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.  \n\n\n\nNext walk:  Noevember 23 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm \n\n\n\nMeet 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.
URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/late-afternoon-bird-walk-at-the-dupont-environmental-education-center-russell-w-peterson-refuge-with-joe-francis-4/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T051501
CREATED:20250916T213937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251109T122413Z
UID:7388-1763146800-1763152200@www.dosbirds.org
SUMMARY:Evening Saw-whet Owl Banding at Rushton Woods
DESCRIPTION:***This event is full*** \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNorthern Saw-whet Owl courtesy of Rushton Woods Preserve \n\n\n\nA visit to Rushton Woods owl banding for adults!\n\n\n\nJoin 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. \n\n\n\nThis 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. \n\n\n\n911 Delchester Road\, Newtown Square PA 19073
URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/evening-saw-whet-owl-banding-at-rushton-woods-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T103000
DTSTAMP:20260416T051501
CREATED:20250906T200926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T200927Z
UID:7397-1763281800-1763289000@www.dosbirds.org
SUMMARY:Youth Birders: Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge
DESCRIPTION:Blue-winged Teal by Michael Moore \n\n\n\nThis 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! \n\n\n\n*Annual Duck Stamp or Daily Pass required \n\n\n\nNOTE: All youth birders must be accompanied by an adult until they are old enough to drive themselves to the trip! \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP to Jessica at redknotyouthbirders@gmail.com so we’ll know to expect you. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2591 Whitehall Neck Road\, Smyrna\, DE  19977
URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/youth-birders-bombay-hook-national-wildlife-refuge-4/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Youth Birding
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T051501
CREATED:20250925T200055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251116T205909Z
UID:7427-1763578800-1763586000@www.dosbirds.org
SUMMARY:November Meeting via Zoom:  "Introduction to Gull Identification" by Amar Ayyash
DESCRIPTION: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”. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAmar 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe meeting is held online via Zoom. The Zoom link has been sent to members.  \n\n\n\nThe 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: \n\n\n\n\nClick to request Zoom Link
URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/november-meeting-2025/
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T051501
CREATED:20251021T000844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T161153Z
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SUMMARY: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***
DESCRIPTION:Bufflehead by Carolyn Holland \n\n\n\nJoin Anthony and Chris for a brisk birding adventure at the Indian River Inlet! \n\n\n\nTo 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. \n\n\n\nState 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. \n\n\n\nContact Carolyn at fieldtrips@dosbirds.org if you have any questions about this trip.
URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/sea-watch-with-chris-bennett-anthony-gonzon/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251123T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251123T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T051501
CREATED:20251013T160809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T130041Z
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SUMMARY:Late Afternoon Bird Walk at the DuPont Environmental Education Center/Russell W. Peterson Refuge with Joe Francis
DESCRIPTION:Rusty Blackbird by Carolyn Holland \n\n\n\nExplore Delaware’s Premier Urban Wildlife Refuge!\n\n\n\nClose 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.  \n\n\n\nNext walk: January 25\, 2026 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm \n\n\n\nMeet 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.
URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/late-afternoon-bird-walk-at-the-dupont-environmental-education-center-russell-w-peterson-refuge-with-joe-francis-5/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T051501
CREATED:20250916T224026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T011158Z
UID:7403-1765022400-1765040400@www.dosbirds.org
SUMMARY:Delaware Bayshore:  Pickering Beach to Port Mahon with Anthony Gonzon
DESCRIPTION:Sunset along Port Mahon Road by Chris Bennett \n\n\n\nObservation Tower at Little Creek Wildlife Area by C. Bennett\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSpend the afternoon on the Delaware Bay!\n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLesser Black-backed Gulls\,  immature & adult by C. Bennett\n\n\n\nAmerican Bittern by C. Bennett\n\n\n\nShort-eared Owl by C. Bennett\n\n\n\n\nContact Carolyn at fieldtrips@dosbirds.org if you have any questions about this trip.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet at the Hunter Education Building at Little Creek Wildlife Area\, 3018 Bay Road\, Dover\, DE 19901.
URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/delaware-bayshore-pickering-beach-to-port-mahon-with-chris-bennett/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T051501
CREATED:20251029T143621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T204011Z
UID:7463-1765998000-1766005200@www.dosbirds.org
SUMMARY:DOS December Meeting: Annual "For DOS\, by DOS" short presentations by DOS members
DESCRIPTION: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.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill Krohn\, University of Delaware \n\n\n\n“Investigating Natal Dispersal and Artificial Colony Use in Purple Martins (Progne subis)” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGrace Muench\, University of Delaware \n\n\n\n“Managed Early Successional Habitat: Quail and Passerine Survival\, Movement\, and Activity” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMatthew Halley\, Delaware Museum of Science and Nature \n\n\n\n“Alexander Wilson’s House in Philadelphia” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAndy Ednie\, Delaware Ornithological Society \n\n\n\n“First State National Historical Park – Summary of a Year of Bird Surveys” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis meeting will be in person at Ashland Nature Centerl.   \n\n\n\nMembers 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.
URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/for-dos-by-dos-2025/
LOCATION:Ashland Nature Center\, 3511 Barley Mill Road\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T103000
DTSTAMP:20260416T051501
CREATED:20251026T231059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251109T171645Z
UID:7460-1766219400-1766226600@www.dosbirds.org
SUMMARY:Youth Birders: Wilmington Christmas Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:Snow Geese by Carolyn Holland \n\n\n\nJoin 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. \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP to Jessica at redknotyouthbirders@gmail.com so we’ll know to expect you. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet at the Alapocas Ball Fields
URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/youth-birders-wilmington-christmas-bird-count-3/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Youth Birding
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251226T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251226T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T051501
CREATED:20251009T231546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T024040Z
UID:7438-1766736000-1766746800@www.dosbirds.org
SUMMARY:First State National Historical Park Bird Survey
DESCRIPTION:Red-headed Woodpecker by Jean-Marie Gauthier \n\n\n\nBirders at Hot Triangle L to R:  Carol Majors\, Jean-Marie Gauthier\, Ron Majors\, Walt Blackwell\, Karen Hochgraf.  Photo by Melissa Lafferty\n\n\n\nLast day for this survey!\n\n\n\nDOS 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. \n\n\n\nYoung Red-headed Woodpecker by Jean-Marie Gauthier\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDOS 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.
URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/citizen-science-volunteers-needed-first-state-national-historical-park-bird-survey/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251228T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251228T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T051501
CREATED:20251130T184757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251130T184759Z
UID:7494-1766934000-1766941200@www.dosbirds.org
SUMMARY:Late Afternoon Bird Walk at the DuPont Environmental Education Center/Russell W. Peterson Refuge with Joe Francis
DESCRIPTION:Hermit Thrush by Carolyn Holland \n\n\n\nExplore Delaware’s Premier Urban Wildlife Refuge!\n\n\n\nThere 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. \n\n\n\nNext walk: January 25\, 2026 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm \n\n\n\nMeet 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.
URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/late-afternoon-bird-walk-at-the-dupont-environmental-education-center-russell-w-peterson-refuge-with-joe-francis-7/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T051501
CREATED:20251031T201231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T204032Z
UID:7466-1769022000-1769029200@www.dosbirds.org
SUMMARY:January Meeting:  "Update on the Delaware Shorebird Project" by Kat Christie
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKat 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nMembers 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. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you soon!
URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/january-meeting-update-on-the-delaware-shorebird-project-by-kat-christie/
LOCATION:Ashland Nature Center\, 3511 Barley Mill Road\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T103000
DTSTAMP:20260416T051501
CREATED:20260120T002108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T003656Z
UID:7542-1769329800-1769337000@www.dosbirds.org
SUMMARY:Youth Birders: Augustine Wildlife Area - Ashton Tract***Cancelled due to impending snowstorm***
DESCRIPTION:Sandhill Cranes by Carolyn Holland \n\n\n\nThis January\, we’re headed to southern New Castle County to explore Delaware’s winter waterfowl!  We will start with a stop at the viewing platform overlooking Thousand Acre Marsh\, then explore the adjacent forests and fields. Besides ducks\, geese\, and swans\, we’ll also be keeping an eye out for overwintering songbirds\, raptors\, and maybe even a sandhill crane or two.DE Conservation Access Pass required. \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP to Jessica at redknotyouthbirders@gmail.com so we’ll know to expect you. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet at 507 Thorntown Road\, Middletown DE 19709
URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/youth-birders-augustine-wildlife-area-ashton-tract-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Youth Birding
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T051501
CREATED:20251013T165006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T213729Z
UID:7446-1769353200-1769360400@www.dosbirds.org
SUMMARY:Late Afternoon Bird Walk at the DuPont Environmental Education Center/Russell W. Peterson Refuge with Joe Francis***Rescheduled to January 31 due to impending snowstorm***
DESCRIPTION:Field Sparrow by Carolyn Holland \n\n\n\nExplore Delaware’s Premier Urban Wildlife Refuge!\n\n\n\nClose 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.  \n\n\n\nMeet 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.
URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/late-afternoon-bird-walk-at-the-dupont-environmental-education-center-russell-w-peterson-refuge-with-joe-francis-6/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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