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: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:20230603T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230603T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T052643 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:20260414T052643 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:20260414T052643 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:20260414T052643 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:20260414T052643 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:20260414T052643 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:20260414T052643 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:20260414T052643 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:20260414T052643 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:20260414T052643 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:20260414T052643 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:20260414T052643 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:20260414T052643 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:20260414T052643 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:20260414T052643 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:20260414T052643 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:20260414T052643 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:20260414T052643 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230226T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230226T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T052643 CREATED:20220718T234641Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T001620Z UID:6319-1677398400-1677412800@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Waterfowl on the Susquehanna Flats with Andy Ednie DESCRIPTION:Redheads by Michael Moore \n\n\n\nNew this Winter\, Waterfowl at Perryville Community Park! \n\n\n\nJoin Andy Ednie for an opportunity to observe hundreds of Tundra Swans & ducks while studying a diversity of species. We’ll look for Canvasbacks & Redheads\, Greater & Lesser Scaup\, Ring-necked Ducks\, Hooded & Common Mergansers\, Buffleheads & Ruddy Ducks just to name a few! If you have a spotting scope\, bring it along. \n\n\n\nContact Carolyn at fieldtrips@dosbirds.org if you have any 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 Rodger’s Tavern Museum parking lot\, 259 Broad Street\, Perryville\, MD. URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/waterfowl-on-the-susquehanna-flats-with-andy-ednie/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/9G2A1353_150228_7D-Mark-II.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230219T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230219T103000 DTSTAMP:20260414T052643 CREATED:20230109T004100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230109T004101Z UID:6526-1676795400-1676802600@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Youth Birders: Bombay Hook NWR Take Two 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2591 Whitehall Neck Road\, Smyrna\, DE 19977 URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/youth-birders-bombay-hook-nwr-take-two/ 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:20230215T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230215T210000 DTSTAMP:20260414T052643 CREATED:20230107T003720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230107T003856Z UID:6520-1676487600-1676494800@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:DOS February Meeting: "Species limits and conservation of the Sharp-shinned Hawk complex" by Therese A. Catanach DESCRIPTION:The Sharp-shinned Hawk (Accipiter striatus) complex is widely distributed across the New World\, breeding from western Alaska to Argentina.  Although currently treated as a single species\, based on size and plumage variation some authorities have suggested there may be multiple species of “Sharpie”. Using nuclear and mitochondrial DNA sequences from over 50 samples\, from across the geographic distribution of the group\, we reconstructed an evolutionary tree (phylogeny) to test species limits in the A. striatus complex. In particular\, we densely sampled across the Caribbean and the Neotropics\, where 8 of the 10 recognized subspecies are breeding residents. Our findings confirm that Sharp-shinned Hawk is a complex of multiple species\, including several unique and geographically restricted lineages with small populations\, which are of special conservation concern. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nDr. Therese Catanach is an ornithologist and entomologist who studies the evolutionary biology of hawks and eagles (Accipitridae) and their associated feather lice. They hold two doctoral degrees\, one in Ecology\, Evolution\, and Conservation Biology (University of Illinois)\, and the other in Wildlife and Fisheries Sciences (Texas A&M University). They have been a Research Associate at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University (Philadelphia\, PA) since January 2016\, and have conducted fieldwork around the world including in the United States\, Philippines\, Tanzania\, Kenya\, Oman\, United Arab Emirates\, Egypt\, South Africa\, Swaziland\, Nicaragua\, Guatemala\, Argentina\, and the islands of Dominica (West Indies) and Ascension (South Atlantic). \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-february-meeting-species-limits-and-conservation-of-the-sharp-shinned-hawk-complex-by-therese-a-catanach/ CATEGORIES:Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/sharp-shinne-hawk-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230212T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230212T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T052643 CREATED:20220720T221016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221114T213401Z UID:6353-1676188800-1676217600@www.dosbirds.org SUMMARY:Raptors in Winter with Jim White (DOS Members Only) DESCRIPTION:Northern Harrier by Michael Moore \n\n\n\nNew this year\, a quest for Raptors in Winter!\n\n\n\nA full day quest for raptors that may be found in our area during the winter months. We will visit several areas in Delaware and while we will include owls in our search\, no tape recordings will be used to call them in.  Bring snacks\, lunch etc. There is typically a stop around lunchtime at Wawa/Royal Farms/etc. to refuel.  Be sure to dress appropriately for extended periods of time in the mid-winter elements! \n\n\n\nDOS members only – MUST contact Jim if you’d like to attend\, registration is required (302) 593-9622 \n\n\n\nMeet in the parking lot at Ashland Nature Center\, Hockessin\, DE. URL:https://www.dosbirds.org/event/raptors-in-winter-with-jim-white-dos-members-only/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dosbirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/P11_54658_191024_DC-G9_GP.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230122T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230122T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T052643 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:20260414T052643 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:20260414T052643 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:20260414T052643 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:20260414T052643 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:20260414T052643 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:20260414T052643 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:20260414T052643 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 END:VCALENDAR