BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Delaware Ornithological Society - ECPv6.17.2//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:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD 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:20230122T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230122T120000 DTSTAMP:20230107T020351Z CREATED:20230107T020351Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230107T020351Z UID:6524-1674374400-1674388800@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Youth Birders: DOS Sea Watch\, Indian River Inlet-Southside Day Use Area DESCRIPTION:Long-tailed Duck by Michael Moore \n\n\n\nThis is a great opportunity to see sea ducks\, loons\, gulls and other fun ocean-going species. There might even be a seal sighting! This trip is in conjunction with the full DOS membership. Youth birding leaders will be present for the whole morning\, but feel free to stop by for only an hour or two if that is what your schedule allows. We will have loaner scopes and binoculars available.\n\n\n\nMore details here: Sea Watch II with Chris Bennett & Anthony Gonzon – Delaware Ornithological Society (dosbirds.org)  \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-dos-sea-watch-indian-river-inlet-southside-day-use-area/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Youth Birding ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/200122_DC-G9_P11-67774.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230122T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230122T120000 DTSTAMP:20230328T001754Z CREATED:20221114T184333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T001754Z UID:6396-1674374400-1674388800@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Sea Watch II with Chris Bennett & Anthony Gonzon DESCRIPTION:Long-tailed Duck by Michael Moore \n\n\n\nTwo more opportunities remain to join Anthony Gonzon and Chris Bennett for brisk birding adventures at the Indian River Inlet this winter! January 22\, 2023 – 8am until 12pm March 12\, 2023 – 8am until 12pm \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). Participants should monitor the DOS website and social media for last minute changes due to weather or other conditions. \n\n\n\nCome prepared for cold conditions and the seashore wind and bring your scope if you have one. \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-ii-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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230118T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230118T210000 DTSTAMP:20230107T004240Z CREATED:20230107T002258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230107T004240Z UID:6517-1674068400-1674075600@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:DOS January Meeting: "Witness to the River of Raptors in Vera Cruz\, Mexico" by John Mercer DESCRIPTION:Note: The traditional January CBC recap has been moved to March due to a scheduling conflict. \n\n\n\nA photographic travelogue of a trip with Hawk Mountain and ProNatura to watch the River of Raptors in Vera Cruz\, Mexico.  A chronological tour of what we did and what we saw\, with pictures of birds \, sites and interesting critters\, but mostly birds. A terrific trip especially for raptor lovers\, but we also did a lot of other birding and some cultural visits\, making this a well rounded and delightful trip. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nJohn Mercer has been a serious birder since January 2005 although he always had an interest in birds.  He is a member of the West Chester Bird Club and the Treasurer and Field Trips Committee Chair for the club.  He lead beginning and Meadow bird walks at Longwood for several years until Covid put a stop to it and would like to get back to doing that. He says he is a birder who takes pictures\, not a photographer who shoots birds\, so he has some nice pictures and some not so nice.  He eBirds frequently\, but has no real concern for his list\, He is more proud of getting a picture of the birds on his life list\, currently\, at 91%.  His eBird list is 812 birds\, but does not include birds of Australia\, Hong Kong and Costa Rica from before he started eBird\, so the actual list is around 1000.  URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/dos-january-meeting-john-mercer-witness-to-the-river-of-raptors-in-vera-cruz-mexico/ CATEGORIES:Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/river-of-raptors-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230118T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230118T120000 DTSTAMP:20230328T001912Z CREATED:20220729T142927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T001912Z UID:6356-1674030600-1674043200@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Midwinter Bird Walk at Alapocas with Sally O'Byrne DESCRIPTION:Dark-eyed Junco by Michael Moore \n\n\n\nExplore Alapocas Woods for wintering birds\n\n\n\nCome out and get to know some of the birds that are at home in the woods and fields during winter! \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/midwinter-bird-walk-at-alapocas-with-sally-obyrne-2/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/P10_77650_190202_DC-G9.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230115T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230115T103000 DTSTAMP:20230107T015441Z CREATED:20230107T014055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230107T015441Z UID:6523-1673771400-1673778600@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Youth Birders: Brandywine Creek State Park\, Thompson's Bridge section DESCRIPTION:Belted KIngfisher by Michael Moore \n\n\n\nThis is a nice forested out-and-back trail along the Brandywine. We will look for winter birds like sparrows\, finches and juncoes\, as well as any ducks or other water birds along the creek. No state park fees are in effect this month.\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 in the parking lot at 4017 Thompson’s Bridge Road. URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/youth-birders-brandywine-creek-state-park-thompsons-bridge-section/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Youth Birding ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/200216_DC-G9_P11-80288.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221204T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221204T103000 DTSTAMP:20230107T015506Z CREATED:20221026T001415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230107T015506Z UID:6448-1670142600-1670149800@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Youth Birders: White Clay Creek State Park DESCRIPTION:Red-breasted Nuthatch by Michael Moore \n\n\n\nWe will meet at the Nature Center and explore the nearby trails looking for winter residents like sparrows\, red-breasted nuthatches\, juncos and winter finches!\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-white-clay-creek-state-park/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Youth Birding ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/P10_78507_190317_DC-G9.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T170000 DTSTAMP:20230327T191219Z CREATED:20230327T164939Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230327T191219Z UID:6573-1669881600-1669914000@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Testing DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/testing/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221119T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221119T103000 DTSTAMP:20221114T213818Z CREATED:20221026T001350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221114T213818Z UID:6447-1668846600-1668853800@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Youth Birders: Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge DESCRIPTION:Hooded Merganser by Michael Moore \n\n\n\nThis trip is all about waterfowl! Join us to explore numerous species of ducks and geese 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\nPlease RSVP to Jessica at redknotyouthbirders@gmail.com so we’ll know to expect you. URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/youth-birders-bombay-hook-national-wildlife-refuge/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Youth Birding ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/IMG_0688_130302_SX50-HS.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221116T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221116T210000 DTSTAMP:20221103T150015Z CREATED:20220907T220503Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221103T150015Z UID:6391-1668625200-1668632400@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:DOS November Meeting: Matthew Halley "New and overlooked sources in the history of American Ornithology" DESCRIPTION:NOTE THIS MEETING WILL BE HELD AT THE DELAWARE MUSEUM OF NATURE AND SCIENCE. SEE BELOW. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMatthew R. Halley is the Interim Curator of Birds at the Delaware Museum of Natural History. Dr. Halley received his doctorate in environmental science from Drexel University and the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University\, where he primarily studied the systematics of the nightingale-thrushes (genus Catharus) and the evolution of seasonal migration. His field research spans a wide range of countries including Panama\, Venezuela\, Nicaragua\, India\, Israel\, Canada\, and the United States. \n\n\n\nDr. Halley’s interdisciplinary research focuses primarily on the systematics and social evolution of American birds\, as well as analysis and reinterpretation of the work of historical American scientists from the 18th and 19th centuries. His research utilizes many different technologies including genetics\, video cameras\, tracking devices\, and analysis of audio recordings and museum specimens. In addition to being a historian and scientist\, Dr. Halley is also a lifelong musician and featured on numerous albums\, including his own self-titled album Matthew Halley (2020). His broad expertise in history\, science\, and art allows him to continually contribute to the research of a wide multitude of subjects. \n\n\n\nMatthew is currently the Vice President and Program Chair for DOS. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis special meeting will be held at the newly remodeled Delaware Museum of Nature and Science. Admission to the museum is free and all the exhibits will be open. URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/dos-november-meeting-matthew-halley-new-and-overlooked-sources-in-the-history-of-american-ornithology/ LOCATION:Delaware Museum of Nature and Science\, 4840 Kennett Pike\, Wilmington\, Delaware\, 19807\, United States CATEGORIES:Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/John_James_Audubon_1826_2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221114T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221114T203000 DTSTAMP:20221026T221403Z CREATED:20221026T001315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T221403Z UID:6444-1668452400-1668457800@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Youth Birders: Saw-whet Owl Banding at Rushton Farm Preserve DESCRIPTION:Northern Saw-whet Owl by Jessica Shahan \n\n\n\nBy popular demand! We are booked for an evening visit to an owl banding station in Newtown Square\, PA. We will get a chance to learn about this amazing owl species\, learn about how and why scientists study them and hopefully get to meet an owl or two up close.\n\n\n\nThis event is currently full\, please contact Jessica at redknotyouthbirders@gmail.com to be placed on a waiting list. URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/youth-birders-saw-whet-owl-banding-at-rushton-farm-preserve/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Youth Birding ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/IMG_4660-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221113T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221113T120000 DTSTAMP:20230328T001949Z CREATED:20221002T003522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T001949Z UID:6397-1668326400-1668340800@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Sea Watch I with Chris Bennett & Anthony Gonzon DESCRIPTION:Join Anthony Gonzon and Chris Bennett for 3 brisk birding adventures at the Indian River Inlet this winter! \n\n\n\nNovember 13\, 2022 – 8am until 12pmJanuary 22\, 2023 – 8am until 12pmMarch 12\, 2023 – 8am until 12pm \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\nParticipants 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-i-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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221105T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221105T120000 DTSTAMP:20230328T002018Z CREATED:20221023T180846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T002018Z UID:6426-1667635200-1667649600@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Augustine Wildlife Area with Anthony Gonzon DESCRIPTION:Pine Warbler by Chris Bennett \n\n\n\nJoin Anthony for some birding in the Augustine Wildlife Area\, including the Ashton Tract and other less visited spots. We will be looking for fall migrants\, winter arrivals and waterfowl. Meet at the Augustine Beach Parking Lot by 8AM. A Conservation Access Pass will be required to drive into the Augustine Wildlife Area. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n Contact Carolyn at fieldtrips@dosbirds.org if you have any questions about this trip. URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/augustine-wildlife-area-with-anthony-gonzon/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Augustine-pine-warbler-Chris-Bennett.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221023T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221023T110000 DTSTAMP:20230328T002056Z CREATED:20220710T155842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T002056Z UID:6315-1666512000-1666522800@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Rescheduled! - Searching for Sparrows at Burrows Run with Andy Ednie DESCRIPTION:After having to cancel this trip on a rainy weekend in early October\, we’re happy that Andy has been able to reschedule! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSearching 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. Wear boots and prepare for some hill climbing! *** Please note\, Covid19 vaccination is required to attend this trip per leaders’ request*** \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/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/DSCN9805-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T210000 DTSTAMP:20220925T204959Z CREATED:20220712T150051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220925T204959Z UID:6341-1666206000-1666213200@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:DOS October Meeting: Holly Merker "Ornitherapy: Why watching birds is not only fun but good for you" DESCRIPTION:Learn why getting your daily dose of Ornitherapy is just what the doctor ordered.  We’re pushed and pulled in many directions\, no matter our age. If we allow birds and nature to slow us down\, we are practicing “selfcare”. Research shows that exposure to nature actively reduces stress\, depression\, and anxiety\, while helping build a stronger heart and immune system.  Birds are gateways into deeper experiences with nature\, magnifying these benefits. Through observation\, we can learn not only about birds\, but gain insight into our own lives while exploring our connection to the world around us. This fosters stewardship and bolsters conservation. Within the program\, we’ll delve into our connections to birds\, how to practice Ornitherapy for optimal benefits\, and learn about the latest research in the power of nature for overall wellbeing. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHolly Merker has a background in art therapy\, but today uses birds and nature towards the same goal of wellbeing by delivering nature-based wellness programming to people of all ages. \n\n\n\nHolly has been a professional environmental educator and birding instructor for the past two decades\, working for: National Audubon\, the American Birding Association\, Hillstar Nature\, and many other organizations. Passionate about connecting young people to birds\, she co-founded the Frontiers in Ornithology Symposium\, and has facilitated many young birder groups and teen birding camps. Dedicated to bird conservation\, she has been state coordinator/reviewer for the Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s eBird Pennsylvania since 2005. \n\n\n\nHolly is lead author of the book Ornitherapy: For Your Mind\, Body\, and Soul (Crossley Books\, 2021) which guides readers into explorations that optimize the wellness benefits birding can provide us. \n\n\n\nIn her free time\, Holly spends every possible moment practicing Ornitherapy herself\, which she credits in helping her defeat breast cancer\, restoring her health mentally and physically. \n\n\n\nHolly served as an Officer on DOS Council for six years in the role of Secretary and is thrilled to present to a DOS audience. \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-october-meeting-holly-merker-ornitherapy/ 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/2022/07/LAOrnitherapy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T103000 DTSTAMP:20230328T002140Z CREATED:20220720T214339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T002140Z UID:6352-1665820800-1665829800@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:The Annual Ticking Tomb Bird Stroll with Ian Stewart DESCRIPTION:Ye gods! Abandon all hope\, ye who enter here……!\n\n\n\nThis DOS bird walk heads through White Clay Creek Preserve near the London Tract Meeting House and Cemetery\, home of the infamous “Ticking Tomb”. We will start off quaking with terror near the tomb then find serenity by heading into the woods to search for late warblers\, thrushes\, sparrows\, kinglets\, and…..who knows what else! \n\n\n\nMeet at the London Tract Meeting House parking lot\, at the intersection of London Tract Rd\, Sharpless Rd\, and South Bank Rd\, Landenberg\, PA at 8AM \n\n\n\nContact Carolyn at fieldtrips@dosbirds.org if you have any questions about this trip. URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/the-annual-ticking-tomb-bird-stroll-with-ian-stewart/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/P11_65572_191102_DC-G9.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T103000 DTSTAMP:20220901T235029Z CREATED:20220901T180858Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220901T235029Z UID:6378-1665649800-1665657000@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:White Clay Creek Preserve with Matthew Halley DESCRIPTION:Co-listed with Delaware Museum of Nature and Science\n\n\n\nJoin our vice president\, Dr. Matthew Halley\, Interim Curator of Birds at the Delaware Museum of Nature and Science\, for a guided walk through the scenic White Clay Creek Preserve in southern Chester County. In addition to caring for the extensive DelMNS bird collection of more than 113\,000 specimens\, Matthew conducts scientific research on the evolution of seasonal migration and has a wealth of knowledge about our local species. Fall migration is underway and it’s a perfect time to get outside and explore. Who knows what exciting species we might encounter? The group will meet at the Arc Corner parking lot and walk a relatively flat loop trail. Please bring binoculars if you have them. Beginners are welcome! Free admission; for DOS and DelMNS members only. \n\n\n\nOur leader is Matthew Halley\, contact at mhalley@delmns.org if you have questions about this trip. URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/white-clay-creek-preserve-with-matthew-halley/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/P11_65698_191104_DC-G9.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221008T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221008T120000 DTSTAMP:20230328T002212Z CREATED:20220718T192533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T002212Z UID:6346-1665216000-1665230400@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Fall Birding at Bombay Hook with Chris Bennett DESCRIPTION:Herons and egrets\, shorebirds\, songbirds & more at Bombay Hook!\n\n\n\nBombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge is one of the premier birding sites in the eastern United States and it’s a short trip from anywhere in the state of Delaware. Early fall is a great time to search the refuge for songbirds\, shorebirds\, herons and egrets\, terns and gulls\, waterfowl and raptors. We will bird the wildlife drive with short walks on flat\, well-maintained trails. \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 2022-2023 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/fall-birding-at-bombay-hook-with-chris-bennett/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/200421_DC-G9_P11-92873-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220921T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220921T210000 DTSTAMP:20220819T154534Z CREATED:20220712T144824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220819T154534Z UID:6339-1663786800-1663794000@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:DOS September Meeting: "Following Ashland Nature Center's Purple Martins" by Katie Bird DESCRIPTION:Katie Bird is a final year wildlife ecology Master’s student at University of Delaware. Her research involves tracking Purple Martins with radio telemetry to answer questions about when and where they go while they are in the Mid-Atlantic region. \n\n\n\nKatie’s project involves several martin colonies located at Bucktoe Creek Preserve\, Curtis Mill Park\, Longwood Gardens\, and Ashland Nature Center. For this presentation\, she will cover the individual stories of tagged martins at Ashland Nature Center\, giving DOS members a closer look at the summer lives of these charismatic birds. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKatie is pursuing her Master’s degree in Wildlife Ecology at the University of Delaware under the mentorship of Dr. Jeff Buler. She has been working on Purple Martins and will be defending her thesis this fall. Katie is also the DOS Flyer editor. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe meeting is held online via Zoom software. \n\n\n\nMembers will receive an email with Zoom login info prior to the meeting.  If you are not a member and would like to attend\, please use the button below to request login info which is available a few days before the meeting. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to ‘seeing’ you soon! \n\n\n\n\nRequest Zoom Link URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/dos-september-meeting-katie-bird-will-present-on-her-purple-martin-research/ CATEGORIES:Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/IMG_9536-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220917T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220917T120000 DTSTAMP:20220906T222304Z CREATED:20220718T165209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220906T222304Z UID:6344-1663401600-1663416000@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Little Creek Wildlife Area with Chris Bennett DESCRIPTION:Please note date change\, not October 17! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFind many species at Little Creek!\n\n\n\nThe Delaware Bay in fall is a great place to search for migrating songbirds\, shorebirds\, wading birds\, terns and gulls\, raptors and early migrant waterfowl. Little Creek Wildlife Area is conveniently located in the middle of this action and offers a wide variety of habitats with excellent access. Birding will be primarily roadside birding in the Main Tract and along Pickering Beach Road with limited walking on paved or dirt roads. We will also visit the accessible Observation Platform at the Main Tract of Little Creek WLA. \n\n\n\nMeet at the Little Creek Boat Ramp near the intersection of Rt 9 and South Little Creek Road. \n\n\n\nPlease note\, a DE Conservation Access Pass is required to drive onto and park at the Little Creek Wildlife Area. \n\n\n\nOur leader is Chris Bennett\, contact at cpb2564@gmail.com if you have questions about the trip. URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/little-creek-wildlife-area-with-chris-bennett/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/P11_53861_190927_DC-G9_GP.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220907T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220907T103000 DTSTAMP:20230328T002248Z CREATED:20220710T155029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T002248Z UID:6321-1662535800-1662546600@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Ashland Migrant Walk with Jim White DESCRIPTION:Migrant 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/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/200512_DC-G9_P12-16353-Recovered-e1635276573760.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220903T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220903T120000 DTSTAMP:20220721T105454Z CREATED:20220106T034348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220721T105454Z UID:6214-1662192000-1662206400@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Blackbird State Forest with Ian Stewart- Rescheduled for September!!! DESCRIPTION:Our spring trip to Blackbird State Forest was rained out so Ian will lead a trip early this fall!\n\n\n\nWe will explore the area around the headquarters of Blackbird State Forest and if the birding is good we’ll continue to follow the birds in that tract\, if not we will move to another tract of the forest mid-morning. \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 \n\n\n\nLimited to 20 participants\, please contact Ian to reserve a spot:  itsacharliebrownchristmas@hotmail.com URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/blackbird-state-forest/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/200428_DC-G9_P11-93370.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220723T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220723T120000 DTSTAMP:20220720T005814Z CREATED:20220521T144346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220720T005814Z UID:6291-1658563200-1658577600@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:44th 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 23rd\, at Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge\, Smyrna\, Delaware. This will be a Half Day trip – tailored for beginners\, and is the 44th 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 2022-2023 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 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\nDunlin. URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/44th-annual-beginners-shorebird-field-trip/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Bob-Rufe-2018-Shorebird-Trip-by-Dave-Lewis.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220618T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220618T180000 DTSTAMP:20220521T142804Z CREATED:20220521T141354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220521T142804Z UID:6290-1655560800-1655575200@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:DOS June Picnic 2022 DESCRIPTION:The DOS picnic will be hosted by Delaware Wildlands on their Roberts Farm property. 315 Taylor’s Bridge Rd\, Townsend\, DE. The picnic will start at 2:00 PM and will feature awards presentation\, Bird-a-thon Summary and opportunity for bird walks\, including to the Fortner Farm which was purchased with last years Bird-a-thon funs. URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/dos-june-picnic-2022/ CATEGORIES:Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/DOS-Alapocas-Woods-Sally.jpeg.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220618T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220618T120000 DTSTAMP:20220616T130657Z CREATED:20211128T221609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220616T130657Z UID:6194-1655539200-1655553600@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Killen's Pond State Park with Chris Bennett - CANCELED DESCRIPTION:This trip is canceled due to the leader no longer being available. \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 warbler\, Summer and Scarlet Tanager\, Yellow-billed Cuckoo and other breeding birds of Delaware’s coastal plain forests.  \n\n\n\nChris Bennett – cpb2564@gmail.com \n\n\n\nMeet at Meet at the sports complex parking area. State Park fees in effect URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/killens-pond-state-park-with-chris-bennett/ 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:20220604T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220604T120000 DTSTAMP:20220217T205151Z CREATED:20211128T220949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220217T205151Z UID:6193-1654329600-1654344000@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Fair Hill Bobolink trip with Ian Stewart DESCRIPTION:See Boblinks 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\nIan Stewart –  itsacharliebrownchristmas@hotmail.com \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/ 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:20220525T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220525T210000 DTSTAMP:20220525T210920Z CREATED:20211216T215237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220525T210920Z UID:6206-1653505200-1653512400@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:DOS May Meeting: CANCELED AGAIN - SORRY DESCRIPTION:This talk was originally scheduled for 18 May and then was rescheduled for 25 May but had to be cancelled again due to ongoing health problems with the speaker. The talk will be rescheduled for next fall. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nPatricia Gonzalez is a field ornithologist from Argentina who studies migration of Red Knots throughout the Americas.  She is known as “Red Knot Woman” and “Mother of Moonbird”.  She currently works at the University of Buenos Aires and has been studying shorebird conservation for more than 20 years.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe meeting is held online via Zoom software. \n\n\n\nMembers will receive an email with Zoom login info prior to the meeting.  If you are not a member and would like to attend\, please use the button below to request login info which is available a few days before the meeting. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to ‘seeing’ you soon! \n\n\n\n\nRequest Zoom Login URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/dos-may-meeting/ CATEGORIES:Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/RDKN-and-horseshoe-crab.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220515T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220515T120000 DTSTAMP:20220217T204948Z CREATED:20211128T220449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220217T204948Z UID:6192-1652601600-1652616000@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:DE Bay Horseshoe Crabs & Shorebirds with Chris Bennett DESCRIPTION:Bayshore Shorebirds\n\n\n\nWe will scan the harbor for birds near high tide and then head south to Slaughter Beach and Prime Hook Beach Road in search of migratory shorebirds and other coastal water birds. \n\n\n\nChris Bennett – cpb2564@gmail.com \n\n\n\nMeet at the DuPont Nature Center in Mispillion Harbor URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/de-bay-horseshoe-crabs-shorebirds-with-chris-bennett/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/200602_DC-G9_P12-38698.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220508T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220508T120000 DTSTAMP:20220217T204904Z CREATED:20211128T215541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220217T204904Z UID:6191-1651996800-1652011200@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Mother's Day Walk at White Clay Creek with Judy Montgomery DESCRIPTION:The 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\nJudy Montgomery – judy.montgomery01@gmail.com \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/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/200512_DC-G9_P12-16621.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220430T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220430T233000 DTSTAMP:20220217T204721Z CREATED:20211128T214512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220217T204721Z UID:6190-1651352400-1651361400@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Evening Rail Trip with Andy Ednie DESCRIPTION:Listen 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\nAndy Ednie  – ednieap@verizon.net \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/ 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:20220420T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220420T210000 DTSTAMP:20220411T122312Z CREATED:20211216T214949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220411T122312Z UID:6205-1650481200-1650488400@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:DOS April Meeting: Jason Kitting "Understanding the Bird Life of New Mexico’s Rio Grande" DESCRIPTION:Jason will present about the research and education programs carried out by Rio Grande Bird Research and how these projects support the conservation of New Mexico’s unique avifauna \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJason grew up in the mountains of central New Mexico where he spent his childhood exploring and enjoying nature. His fascination with birds started when his mother put out a bird bath on the front porch and a flock of Western Bluebirds decided to pay a visit. About a month later Jason put up a birdhouse and had a pair of these beautiful birds setting up home. That summer he then started volunteering at Wildlife Rescue Inc. of New Mexico and that was the start of many bird filled years to come. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe meeting is held online via Zoom software. \n\n\n\nMembers will receive an email with Zoom login info prior to the meeting.  If you are not a member and would like to attend\, please use the button below to request login info which is available a few days before the meeting. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to ‘seeing’ you soon! \n\n\n\n\nRequest Zoom Login URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/dos-april-meeting-2/ CATEGORIES:Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/DSC01075-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR