![Introduction to Bird Monitoring Project in the Michaux, Part 2](http://conococheagueaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/binocs.jpg)
- Background: Michaux State Forest staff asked CAS to help monitor birds at several specific sites on the Michaux. This is the second of two field trips to show participants where the sites are and to explain the monitoring protocols. Expect to see late fall migrants and winter residents.The map below shows where the sites are. On this trip, you will visit some, but not all sites. The Part 1 trip started the tour.
- Meet at Mont Alto State Park parking lot on Rt 233 (across from pavilion).
- Bring binoculars, snack, and sturdy walking shoes. Expect an easy approx. 4-mile walk.
- Leader: John Greer
- Additional information about the monitoring project can be found in these files:
![Gen Mtg, Nov: Conococheague Creek Cleanup Project](http://conococheagueaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/genmtg.png)
- Youth Contest winners announced tonight!
- Main Program: Conococheague Creek Cleanup Project
- Zoom or in-person meeting
- Presented by: Eric Grace
- Organized by: Debby Hook
- Location: St. Luke Evangelical Lutheran Church
Zoom details: tbd
- Compelled: The Evolution of Natural Resource Conservation and Law
- Presented by the author and former Director of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, H. Dale Hall,
- At the National Conservation Training Center, Byrd Auditorium, 698 Conservation Way, Shepherdstown, WV.
![Gen Mtg, Feb: Where the Birds Are: A Review of eBird Data for Franklin County](http://conococheagueaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/genmtg.png)
- Topic:Where the Birds Are: A Review of eBird Data for Franklin County [Note: This topic and speaker were originally scheduled for March]
- Speaker: Ron George.
- Location: St. Luke Evangelical Lutheran Church.
- In-person and via Zoom.
To join Zoom Meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7211203928?pwd=RXNwMjZpQVNvSHJGRld3cWZFQjJiZz09
Meeting ID: 721 120 3928
Passcode: cardinal20
- The work day scheduled for 15 April is CANCELLED due to the weather forecast.
- From Josh Donaldson – At this point the forecast is for thunderstorms starting early tomorrow morning and most of the morning so we might as well cancel it already. We’ll take the rain!If the storms happen to clear in the afternoon I’ll probably go out to work, we’ll see. Anyone with questions about what they can work on I can meet there some other time next week just get in touch. Otherwise, as usual, everyone is welcome to work at their convenience (anytime) or come to the next work party!
Serviceberry, Redbud, and Ragwort are all in bloom at the garden, other plants are just beginning to pop through the surface.
Thanks for your interest and contributions!
- Location: Norlo Park Native Plants Garden
- Contact: Josh Donaldson
- Work in the native plants garden at NORLO PARK.
- Come and leave when it suits you.
- Bring garden tools and gloves.
- Location: Norlo Park Native Plants Garden
- Contact: Josh Donaldson
![Field Trip: Secrets of the Forest, Avian and Human](http://conococheagueaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/binocs.jpg)
- Field Trip: Join us at Pine Grove Furnace State Park as we look for fall migrants and learn about the secret history of the area. Meet in the parking lot of the Park office at the intersection of Rt. 233 and Centerville Rd. We will bird the area and then drive a short distance to Camp Michaux, site of a Civilian Conservation Corps camp, a World War II Prisoner of War camp, and a church camp. We will also check out the nearby bird blinds newly installed by the Bureau of Forestry.Update: The leader of the Camp Michaux Recognition and Development project for the Cumberland County Historical Society has volunteered to lead us on a historical tour, which will follow our birding outing at Pine Grove Furnace State Park. Please join us for this unique opportunity to learn about the natural and human history of the area.
Wear sturdy shoes. Bring binoculars.
- Location: Pine Grove Furnace State Park
- Leader: Contact in advance: John Greer.
![Gen Mtg, March: Galapagos: A Model of Conservation](http://conococheagueaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/genmtg.png)
- Topic: Galapagos: A Model of Conservation
- Presenter: CAS member Bob Keener.
- Speaker will present from a remote location via Zoom.
- Attendees may view via Zoom at St. Luke or from home.
- Location: St. Luke Evangelical Lutheran Church.
- Organized by: Valerie Barnes.
Zoom info
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7211203928?pwd=RXNwMjZpQVNvSHJGRld3cWZFQjJiZz09
Meeting ID: 721 120 3928
Passcode: cardinal20
Dr. Doug Tallamy, will present his program Nature’s Best Hope, at the Luhrs Performing Arts Center, 475 Lancaster Dr., Shippensburg. This event is in conjunction with Shippensburg State University’s participation in the Worldwide Climate and Justice Education Week, held April 1-8th, and is funded partly by Pepsi Sustainability Funds. Free and open to the public. No reservations required.
- Work in the native plants garden at NORLO PARK.
- Come and leave when it suits you.
- Bring garden tools and gloves.
- Location: Norlo Park Native Plants Garden
- Contact: Josh Donaldson