BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Delaware Ornithological Society - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Delaware Ornithological Society X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.dosbirds.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Delaware Ornithological Society REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T103000 DTSTAMP:20260414T094846 CREATED:20230822T221202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T213114Z UID:6679-1697270400-1697279400@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Anson B. Nixon Park with Ian Stewart DESCRIPTION:*Weather update* This trip is a go!!! We’re hoping rain in the forecast will hold off while we’re birding & Ian will continue if there is light rain\, so bring your raingear! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTennessee Warbler by Carolyn Holland \n\n\n\nThis is the first DOS trip to this under-birded park & we are excited 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/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/DSCN8629-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231008T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231008T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T094846 CREATED:20230822T162305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T162306Z UID:6690-1696752000-1696762800@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Searching for Sparrows at Burrows Run with Andy Ednie DESCRIPTION:Lincoln’s Sparrow by Mike Moore \n\n\n\nExplore Burrows Run while searching for sparrows!\n\n\n\nJoin Andy Ednie to search for sparrows in beautiful Burrows Run! October is the perfect time to find migrating sparrows\, welcome back our winter birds\, and study our year-round residents too! We’ll look for White-throated\, White-crowned\, Lincoln’s\, and others on this pristine private property in the Red Clay Valley. \n\n\n\nMeet at Burrows Run gated entrance off of Ashland Clinton School Rd\, just uphill from Center Mill Rd. Bring bug spray\, wear boots and prepare for some hill climbing! \n\n\n\nContact Carolyn at fieldtrips@dosbirds.org if you have any questions about this trip.  URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/searching-for-sparrows-at-burrows-run-with-andy-ednie-2/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/200506_DC-G9_P12-05156.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231001T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231001T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T094846 CREATED:20230828T183930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T024731Z UID:6689-1696147200-1696158000@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:University of Delaware Farm & Ecology Woods with Blue Hen Birding DESCRIPTION:Black-throated Blue Warbler by Mike Moore \n\n\n\nExplore the UD Farm & Ecology Woods! \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\nThis trip will be limited to 12 participants. You must fill out and submit the registration form by clicking the button below. Each form registers one participant so each participant must fill out a form. If the trip is full\, the form will not be displayed. \n\n\n\n\nClick to Register\n\n\n\n\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 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-2/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/200512_DC-G9_P12-16480-Recovered.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230930T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230930T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T094846 CREATED:20230806T212307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T175249Z UID:6660-1696059000-1696071600@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:First State National Historic Park with Declan O'Neil*** DESCRIPTION:***Please note change of date!!! Due to rain in the forecast for Sunday\, 9/24\, this trip has been rescheduled for the following Saturday\, 9/30. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nConnecticut Warbler by Declan O’Neil \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. As the morning sun first hits the trees\, we’ll take a slow stroll along the creekside trail to see which birds appear. In addition to the usual suspects\, specialty targets seen in past seasons include Lincoln’s Sparrow and Connecticut Warbler. \n\n\n\nThe main trip will wrap up between 10 and 11\, but feel free to pack a lunch and join Declan for some post-trip hawkwatching atop the hill.  \n\n\n\nPlease note that this walk involves a small\, but potentially muddy stream crossing\, so dress appropriately. \n\n\n\nMeet in the parking lot on Ramsey Road across from Ramsey’s Farm. There is overflow parking (if necessary) in the lot down the road on Brandywine Creek Road. \n\n\n\nContact Declan at dobirding@gmail.com if you have any questions about this trip. URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/first-state-national-historic-park-with-declan-oneil-2/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/DOS-Connecticut-Warbler-by-Declan-ONeil.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T210000 DTSTAMP:20260414T094846 CREATED:20230629T161938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230716T192538Z UID:6645-1695236400-1695243600@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:DOS September Meeting: "What's new with avian flu" by Joe Francis DESCRIPTION:Summary:  Avian influenza was identified as a viral disease of poultry and wildfowl over a century ago.  Researchers have tracked it among migratory bird populations in the Delaware Bay for decades.  But never has it had the public’s attention as in the last few years.  Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza has caused havoc on the commercial poultry industry and raised the specter of the next pandemic.  Threats to wild bird populations are further concerns.  How worried should Delaware birders be?  Come and hear the latest from scientific and public health studies about the impact of bird flu on wild birds\, the likelihood of spread among humans and other mammals\, and the critical role of ecosystem health in mitigating harm.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoe is a public health physician\, a birder for over 40 years\, and a frequent volunteer at the Ashland Hawk Watch. Joe earned his medical degree at Washington University in St Louis and completed his residency in Internal Medicine and Fellowship in Geriatrics at the University of Pittsburgh. There he obtained a master’s in public health in Chronic Disease Epidemiology and conducted NIH-funded research on delirium in older patients. He currently serves as the Executive Director for the Office of Analytics and Performance Integration in the Office of Quality and Patient Safety (QPS) for the Department of Veterans Affairs. Joe will be retiring next year and has graciously volunteered to be the next President of DOS starting in July 2024. URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/september-meeting-joe-francis/ CATEGORIES:Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Pintal-MCM.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230917T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230917T100000 DTSTAMP:20260414T094846 CREATED:20230829T234718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T232103Z UID:6703-1694937600-1694944800@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Youth Birders: Hermitage Natural Area and Broad Dyke Marsh DESCRIPTION:Cedar Waxwing by Michael Moore \n\n\n\nWe are kicking off the school year with an exploration of this relatively new preserve.  On this trip\, we will visit a variety of habitats\, including meadow\, thicket and forest\, before exploring a section of Broad Dyke Marsh via the Jack Markell Trail.\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 area behind New Castle Elementary School \n\n\n\n901 Delaware Street\, New Castle DE 19720 URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/youth-birders-hermitage-natural-area-and-broad-dyke-marsh/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Youth Birding ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/200605_DC-G9_P12-39039.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230908T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230908T193000 DTSTAMP:20260414T094846 CREATED:20230718T190914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230718T193350Z UID:6651-1694194200-1694201400@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Cape May with Declan O'Neil DESCRIPTION:September 9 @ 7:00 am – 3:00 pm EDT \n\n\n\n\n\nCape May Warbler by Declan O’Neil \n\n\n\nExperience Cape May on this brand new revival of a traditional DOS trip!\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 warblers\, vireos\, flycatchers\, raptors\, and whatever else we can get our binoculars on! \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\nPlease note that participants are responsible for their own overnight accommodations. \n\n\n\nSpace is limited to 12 participants\, so sign up soon via the registration form below. One form registers one participant\, so each participant must fill out their own form. When the trip is full\, the form will no longer be displayed. \n\n\n\n\nClick here to Register\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nContact Declan with questions at dobirding@gmail.com.  \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/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Cape-May-Warbler-by-Declan-ONeil.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230906T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230906T103000 DTSTAMP:20260414T094846 CREATED:20230716T140652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230716T152743Z UID:6650-1693985400-1693996200@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Ashland Migrant Walk with Jim White DESCRIPTION:Canada Warbler by Mike Moore \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 7:30 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-2/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Canada-Warber-Mike-Moore-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230729T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230729T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T094846 CREATED:20230515T141920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230913T144713Z UID:6614-1690617600-1690632000@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:45th Annual Beginner's Shorebird Field Trip! DESCRIPTION:Shorebirds for Beginners at Bombay Hook!\n\n\n\nDelaware Ornithological Society (DOS) is sponsoring a Beginner’s Shorebird Field Trip on Saturday\, July 29th\, at Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge\, Smyrna\, Delaware. This will be a Half Day trip – tailored for beginners\, and is the 45th 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.  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.  \n\n\n\nWe 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. \n\n\n\nRefuge fees are in effect – $4 per car\, or free entry with a 2023-2024 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!  \n\n\n\nTrip 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/ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Eastern Willet by Michael Moore URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/45th-annual-beginners-shorebird-field-trip/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/BBH-23-July-2022-at-Visitors-Center-Edited-2-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230629T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230629T190000 DTSTAMP:20260414T094846 CREATED:20230513T205458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T134538Z UID:6612-1688054400-1688065200@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Annual DOS Picnic & Bird-A-Thon Awards DESCRIPTION:Annual DOS Picnic & Bird-A-Thon Awards \n\n\n\nJune 29th; 4-7pm at the Roberts Farm \n\n\n\n(Bird walk to precede picnic – arrive by 3:00 PM for the bird walk) \n\n\n\nWe are happy to announce that the Annual Delaware Ornithological Society picnic with Bird-A-Thon results and awards announcements\, will be on June 29th from 4-7pm at the Roberts Farm\, 315 Taylors Bridge Rd\, Townsend\, DE 19734 (map below). We are\, once again\, very grateful to our friends at Delaware Wildlands for opening up their space for us!  \n\n\n\nThere will be a brief bird walk offered at the Roberts Farm before the picnic; anyone interested in that walk should arrive at 3pm.  \n\n\n\nBurgers\, veggie burgers\, and hot dogs will be provided. We encourage everyone attending to sign-up to bring a salad\, side-dish\, or dessert to bring along and share. We will also need a few people willing to arrive early and to stay a few minutes late to help set-up and clean-up. To sign-up to help or to bring a dish\, contact Mike Hudson at mike.p.hudson@gmail.com. \n\n\n\nReminder: all Bird-A-Thon funds and checklists must be submitted by June 17th to be counted; if you haven’t finished collecting your materials yet\, you still have time to get them in! \n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you at the picnic!  URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/june-dos-picnic/ LOCATION:Roberts Farm\, 315 Taylors Bridge Rd\, Townsend\, Delaware\, 19734 CATEGORIES:Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Picnic-Blue-Jay.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230617T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230617T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T094846 CREATED:20220728T155552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T000019Z UID:6359-1686988800-1687003200@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Killen's Pond State Park with Chris Bennett DESCRIPTION:Prothonotary Warbler by Michael Moore \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nBreeding specialties of southern Delaware\n\n\n\nWe will walk the 2.6 mile pondside trail in search of summer nesting birds including Prothonotary\, Yellow-throated and Kentucky Warblers\, Summer and Scarlet Tanagers\, Yellow-billed Cuckoos and other breeding birds of Delaware’s coastal plain forests.  \n\n\n\nContact Carolyn at fieldtrips@dosbirds.org if you have any questions about this trip. \n\n\n\nMeet at the sports complex parking area\, State Park fees in effect. URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/killens-pond-state-park-with-chris-bennett-2/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/200428_DC-G9_P11-93422.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230611T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230611T100000 DTSTAMP:20260414T094846 CREATED:20230119T234523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T234524Z UID:6536-1686470400-1686477600@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Youth Birders: Bellevue State Park DESCRIPTION:White-eyed Vireo by Michael Moore \n\n\n\nThis trip will focus on the breeding birds in northern Delaware\, including warblers\, vireos\, finches\, catbirds and orioles. We will also look for acrobatic aerial insectivores like chimney swifts and purple martins. Binoculars will be available for participants to borrow. State park fees will be in effect.\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 by the park office. 800 Carr Road\, Wilmington\, DE 19809 URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/youth-birders-bellevue-state-park/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Youth Birding ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/200429_DC-G9_P11-93637.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230603T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230603T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T094846 CREATED:20220729T165515Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T000449Z UID:6365-1685779200-1685793600@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Fair Hill Bobolink Trip with Ian Stewart DESCRIPTION:Bobolink by Michael Moore \n\n\n\nSee Bobolinks up close!\n\n\n\nFair Hill NRMA nearby in Maryland boasts breeding Bobolinks\, Grasshopper Sparrows\, and Savannah Sparrows\, all within easy view from numerous groomed trails throughout their grassland habitats.  Excellent photographic opportunities within a short walk of the parking area where we’ll meet.  Much of the time will be spent enjoying the Bobolinks and Sparrows tending their young\, but we may also explore adjacent woodlands along the Big Elk Creek for additional species.  The multiple management practices throughout the 5\,656 acres will provide the potential for participants to note 60+ various bird species during our visit! \n\n\n\nContact Carolyn at fieldtrips@dosbirds.org if you have any questions about this trip.. \n\n\n\nMeet at Parking Lot #3 (2895 Appleton Road) aka the North Appleton Parking Lot – Day fee in effect URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/fair-hill-bobolink-trip-with-ian-stewart-2/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/200511_DC-G9_P12-16063.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230521T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230521T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T094846 CREATED:20221114T202214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T000526Z UID:6400-1684656000-1684670400@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Redden State Forest with Anthony Gonzon DESCRIPTION:Yellow-throated Warbler by Chris Bennett \n\n\n\nRedden State Forest – note two meeting times and places! \n\n\n\nJoin Anthony for a leisurely hike at two great birding hotspots in Redden State Forest! Target birds will include southern Delaware summer nesters such as Summer Tanager\, Worm-eating Warbler\, Prothonotary Warbler and more. \n\n\n\nNorthern participants can meet Anthony at 6:30 am at the Odessa Park & Ride at Routes 1 and 299. Southern participants can meet the group at the Redden State Forest Headquarters at 8:00 am. \n\n\n\nContact Carolyn at fieldtrips@dosbirds.org if you have any questions about this trip. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNorthern participants meet at 6:30 am \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSouthern participants meet at 8:00 am URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/redden-state-forest-with-anthony-gonzon/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Redden-yellow-throated-warbler-Chris-Bennett-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230521T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230521T100000 DTSTAMP:20260414T094846 CREATED:20230119T150020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T150021Z UID:6533-1684656000-1684663200@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Youth Birders: Ted Harvey Wildlife Management Area-Logan Lane Central Tract DESCRIPTION:Greater Yellowlegs by Carolyn Holland \n\n\n\nOn our trip to Ted Harvey we will explore shorebird migration. From the parking area\, we will walk along the roadway through the marsh and out onto the beach to look for shorebirds like sandpipers\, plovers and the Red Knots that give our group its name. Binoculars and scopes will be available for participants to borrow. Conservation Access Pass required.\n\n\n\nPlease RSVP to Jessica at redknotyouthbirders@gmail.com so we’ll know to expect you. URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/youth-birders-ted-harvey-wildlife-management-area-logan-lane-central-tract/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Youth Birding ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/DSCN4942-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230517T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230517T210000 DTSTAMP:20260414T094846 CREATED:20230317T195507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T195507Z UID:6563-1684350000-1684357200@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:DOS May Meeting: "Supporting Backyard Birds with Native Plants" by Leah Brooks DESCRIPTION:From fruiting shrubs to seed-bearing wildflowers\, native plants provide shelter and forage that are essential to our local birds. Take an in-depth look at how plants that add seasonal interest to the home garden also serve as lifelines for our feathered friends. Join Leah Brooks as she explores the intricate connections between native plants and the animals that have evolved alongside them. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLeah Brooks\n\n\n\nLeah Brooks is Mt. Cuba’s Public Programs Assistant. She graduated from the University of Delaware with dual bachelor’s degrees in Environmental Science and Wildlife Ecology. She’s an avid contributor to the Delaware Native Plant Identification and Exchange group on Facebook. Her passion is sharing the joy of nature and native gardening with others. URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/dos-may-meeting-supporting-backyard-birds-with-native-plants-by-leah-brooks/ CATEGORIES:Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/goldfinch-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230514T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230514T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T094846 CREATED:20230309T112709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T000616Z UID:6405-1684051200-1684065600@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Mother's Day Walk at White Clay Creek with Judy Montgomery & Mike Hudson DESCRIPTION:Pileated Woodpecker by Michael Moore \n\n\n\nThe traditional DOS Mother’s Day walk\n\n\n\nCome spend Mother’s Day at beautiful White Clay Creek State Park looking for local breeding birds and late migrants still passing through.  Offered during the DE Bird-A-Thon (DBAT) \n\n\n\nContact Carolyn at fieldtrips@dosbirds.org if you have any questions about this trip. \n\n\n\nMeet at the Chambers House Nature Center off of Hopkins Road in Newark; State Park Fee/Pass required URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/mothers-day-walk-at-white-clay-creek-with-judy-montgomery-mike-hudson/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/P11_03514_190517_DC-G9.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T094846 CREATED:20220728T153733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T000658Z UID:6358-1683964800-1683979200@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Norman G. Wilder Wildlife Area with Chris Bennett DESCRIPTION:Kentucky Warbler by Michael Moore \n\n\n\nForest Birding at Norman G. Wilder WLA\n\n\n\nNorman G. Wilder Wildlife Area\, located northwest of Felton in Kent County\, is a mosaic of forest\, fields and wetlands near the geographic center of Delaware. The site is a lightly birded area teeming with great breeding songbirds including Pine\, Kentucky and Worm-eating Warblers\, Ovenbirds\, Yellow-throated Vireos\, Scarlet and Summer Tanagers\, Yellow-billed Cuckoos and more. With luck\, we may also find a nice variety of migrants as well. We will be walking a flat\, unimproved road for a distance of about 4 miles. Helpfully offered during the week of the Delaware Bird-A-Thon for folks out for the count! \n\n\n\nContact Carolyn at fieldtrips@dosbirds.org if you have any questions about this trip. \n\n\n\nA Conservation Access Pass is required to park in the Wildlife Area parking lot where we will meet. The parking lot is located on Five Foot Prong Road near its junction with Firetower Road. URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/norman-g-wilder-wildlife-area-with-chris-bennett/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/200503_DC-G9_P12-04349.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T103000 DTSTAMP:20260414T094846 CREATED:20220731T000251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230512T121114Z UID:6366-1683963000-1683973800@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Alapocas Woods with Joe Francis DESCRIPTION:***Weather Advisory*** Please bring your raingear for this trip! Joe is planning to be there rain or shine\, hoping the morning rain will be light\, & will only cancel if there is thunder & lightning. Birdcast is showing favorable migration for tonight and the rain may keep the migrants low. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBaltimore Oriole by Michael Moore \n\n\n\nExplore Alapocas Woods \n\n\n\nVisit an oasis within the city of Wilmington with good successional field habitat\, mature woodlands and the Brandywine River. Target birds include migrating warblers and thrushes as well as the many summer and year-round residents. Helpfully offered during the week of the Delaware Bird-A-Thon for folks out for the count! \n\n\n\nContact Carolyn at fieldtrips@dosbirds.org if you have any questions about this trip. \n\n\n\nMeet at the Blue Ball Barn near the traffic circle on West Park Drive off Rt 141. URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/alapocas-woods-with-joe-francis/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/200503_DC-G9_P12-04594.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230507T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230507T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T094846 CREATED:20220729T145436Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221114T212148Z UID:6360-1683446400-1683457200@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Blackbird State Forest with Ian Stewart DESCRIPTION:Indigo Bunting by Michael Moore \n\n\n\nExplore Blackbird State Forest!\n\n\n\nIn this twist on an old walk\, we will explore the area around the headquarters of Blackbird State Forest followed by a convoy to some of its lesser known corners in search of specialty birds and fresh experiences! Helpfully offered during the week of the Delaware Bird-A-Thon for folks out for the count! \n\n\n\nMeet in the main parking lot by the pavilion (there is a parking lot by the office as you enter but keep on going past that)\, accessed by the entrance along Rt 471 Blackbird Forest Rd (if you are coming from US 13 the entrance is on your left just after you pass the turn for Oliver Guessford Rd). There is no charge for admission to the state forest. \n\n\n\nLimited to 20 participants so please let us know you’re coming with an RSVP to the email listed below! \n\n\n\nOur leader is Ian Stewart\, contact at itsacharliebrownchristmas@hotmail.com \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n39.34803243229926\, -75.67710760438707 URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/blackbird-state-forest-with-ian-stewart/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/200511_DC-G9_P12-05653.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T103000 DTSTAMP:20260414T094846 CREATED:20230418T222518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230418T222520Z UID:6596-1683361800-1683369000@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Cataldi Bird and Nature Walk with Matt Sarver DESCRIPTION:Photo by Matt Sarver \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nJoin Matt Sarver for a sneak preview nature walk to our 2022 Bird-a-thon property\, the Cataldi Tract\, soon to be part of Woodland Beach Wildlife Management Area. This property is not yet open to the public. We should expect to see a nice combination of marsh\, forested wetlands\, and wildflowers. Rubber boots are recommended. Come help us document the biodiversity on this new parcel! \n\n\n\nContact Matt at conservation@dos.org if you have any questions about this trip. \n\n\n\nMeet at the parking lot across the street. URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/cataldi-bird-and-nature-walk-with-matt-sarver/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/524c8b49-6697-320c-77a0-7e87a6d4f123-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230503T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230503T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T094846 CREATED:20221101T115249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T001129Z UID:6455-1683099000-1683111600@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:First State National Historic Park with Declan O'Neil DESCRIPTION:Blackburnian Warbler by Declan O’Neil \n\n\n\nExplore the Woodlawn Tract of First State National Historic Park\, a lesser-known gem of northern New Castle County. With spring in full swing\, we’ll be looking and listening for over 20 possible warbler species on our walk along the Brandywine\, in addition to vireos\, thrushes\, sparrows and anything else migration has to offer us! \n\n\n\nPlease note that these trails can be muddy and there is a small stream crossing along the trail\, so dress appropriately. \n\n\n\nMeet in the parking lot on Ramsey Road across from Ramsey’s Farm. There is overflow parking (if necessary) in the lot down the road on Brandywine Creek Road. \n\n\n\nContact Carolyn at fieldtrips@dosbirds.org if you have any questions about this trip. URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/first-state-national-historic-park-with-declan-oneil/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Blackburnian-Warbler-by-Declan-ONeil.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230429T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230430T010000 DTSTAMP:20260414T094846 CREATED:20220710T185433Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230429T120837Z UID:6316-1682802000-1682816400@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Evening Rail Trip with Andy Ednie DESCRIPTION:**Please note weather advisory!! As of 7am on 4/29 this trip is a go!!! However\, it could be rescheduled at the last minute if conditions change so make sure to let Andy know if you are planning to attend\, you can contact him at the email address below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSalt Marsh at Sunrise by Tim Freiday \n\n\n\nListen for rails after dark!\n\n\n\nThis may be the only field trip all year where no birds are seen….only heard!  A four hour Rail bonanza (in the middle of the night!) targeting 7 species.  Bring long boots and bug spray.  \n\n\n\nOur leader is Andy Ednie\, please contact at ednieap@verizon.net if you plan to attend or have questions about this trip. \n\n\n\n*All participants must be vaccinated to attend per request of the trip leader. \n\n\n\nMeet at the Park & Ride at routes 299 & 1 in Middletown\, opposite the Wawa. URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/evening-rail-trip-with-andy-ednie-2/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Tim_Freiday_Salt_Marsh_Sunrise_Milford_Neck_DE-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230423T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230423T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T094846 CREATED:20230328T013753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T013753Z UID:6555-1682236800-1682247600@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:University of Delaware Farm & Ecology Woods with Blue Hen Birding DESCRIPTION:Little Blue Heron by Katie Bird\, 4/23/2017\, at UD Farm Wetlands \n\n\n\n Green Heron by Katie Bird\n\n\n\nMeet the Blue Hen Birders! \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. Be prepared with appropriate footwear as the areas near the wetlands can be muddy especially if we have rain prior to the trip. \n\n\n\nThis trip will be limited to 24 participants. You must fill out and submit the registration form by clicking the button below. Each form registers one participant so each participant must fill out a form. If the trip is full\, the form will not be displayed. \n\n\n\n\nRegistration Form\n\n\n\n\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 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/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/55546331-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230423T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230423T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T094846 CREATED:20230111T014147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230111T014148Z UID:6528-1682236800-1682247600@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Youth Birders: Bucktoe Creek Preserve DESCRIPTION:Blue-gray Gnatcatcher by Michael Moore \n\n\n\nThis trip kicks off our exploration of spring migration! We will explore the trails searching for early migrant songbirds like phoebes\, gnatcatchers and hopefully some warblers. Binoculars will be available for participants to borrow.\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 area. 432 Sharp Rd\, Avondale PA 19311 URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/youth-birders-bucktoe-creek-preserve/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Youth Birding ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/200503_DC-G9_P12-04490.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230419T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230419T210000 DTSTAMP:20260414T094846 CREATED:20221024T220155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230107T000315Z UID:6443-1681930800-1681938000@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:DOS April Meeting: "For DOS by DOS" short presentations by DOS members DESCRIPTION:Rescheduled talk from earlier cancelation. \n\n\n\nA DOS tradition. An opportunity for DOS members to make short presentations on any topic of their choice. We are still looking for additional speakers. Let us know if you are interested. \n\n\n\nFeatured Speakers: \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nAnthony Gonzon will speak on the role of the Delaware Bird Records Committee and its function in maintaining the official Delaware bird list. In addition\, he will talk about how you can contribute bird sightings to help the committee. \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nIan Stewart will speak about the MOTUS system for tracking the migration of tagged birds and how this has advanced our understanding of bird migration. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis talk will be held in person at Ashland Nature Center starting at 7:00 pm. URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/dos-4-dos-short-presentations-by-dos-members/ LOCATION:Ashland Nature Center\, 3511 Barley Mill Road\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States CATEGORIES:Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/presentation-generic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230416T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230416T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T094846 CREATED:20221114T195106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T001224Z UID:6399-1681632000-1681646400@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Nanticoke Wildlife Area - Phillips Landing with Anthony Gonzon DESCRIPTION:Barred Owl by Chris Bennett \n\n\n\nNanticoke Wildlife Area – Phillips Landing\, note two meeting times & places!\n\n\n\nJoin Anthony for a visit to the southwest corner of Delaware along the Nanticoke River and Broad Creek. Search for newly arrived migrants and summer residents\, including Prothonotary and Worm-eating Warblers\, and for year-round specialties like Barred Owls. Northern participants can meet Anthony at the Odessa Park & Ride at Routes 1 and 299 at 6:00 am. Southern participants can meet the group at Phillips Landing at 8:00 am. A Conservation Access Pass may be necessary for some locations. \n\n\n\nContact Carolyn at fieldtrips@dosbirds.org if you have any questions about this trip. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNorthern participants\, meet at 6:00am \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSouthern participants meet at 8:00am URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/nanticoke-wildlife-area-phillips-landing-with-anthony-gonzon/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Nanticoke-barred-owl-Chris-Bennett-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230319T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230319T103000 DTSTAMP:20260414T094846 CREATED:20230111T012039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230111T012040Z UID:6527-1679214600-1679221800@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Youth Birders: John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge DESCRIPTION:Northern Pintail by Michael Moore \n\n\n\nTinicum Marsh is the largest remaining tidal freshwater marsh in Pennsylvania and on this field trip we will explore all that this fascinating urban wildlife refuge has to offer! Raptors\, waterfowl\, wading birds and other water birds are all possibilities for us to observe. We will bring scopes and binoculars for participants to borrow. There are no entrance fees for this refuge.\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 Visitor Center parking lot. 8601 Lindbergh Blvd\, Philadelphia\, PA 19153 URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/youth-birders-john-heinz-national-wildlife-refuge/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Youth Birding ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/220216_DC-G9_P13-60273-RW2_DxO_DeepPRIME-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230315T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230315T210000 DTSTAMP:20260414T094846 CREATED:20221202T171527Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230107T000447Z UID:6493-1678906800-1678914000@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:DOS March Meeting: Annual Christmas Count Recap DESCRIPTION:Usually held in January\, this meeting was moved to March due to a scheduling conflict. Join host Jim White and other Christmas Count compilers for a recap of all the exciting discoveries during the 2022-2023 Christmas Counts. Each compiler will summarize the highlights of their count and discuss recent trends in bird populations. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event will be held at Ashland Nature Center. URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/copy-of-dos-january-meeting-annual-christmas-count-recap/ CATEGORIES:Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/DOS-Christmas-Bird-Counts-Snowman.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230312T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230312T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T094846 CREATED:20230121T105102Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T001337Z UID:6398-1678608000-1678622400@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Sea Watch III with Chris Bennett & Anthony Gonzon DESCRIPTION:Long-tailed Duck by Michael Moore \n\n\n\nLast chance to join Anthony Gonzon and Chris Bennett for a brisk birding adventure at the Indian River Inlet this winter! \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-iii-with-chris-bennett-anthony-gonzon/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/200122_DC-G9_P11-67774.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR