- Trip to Cape May NJ for WARBLERS.
- Options for migrating raptors and seabirds.
- Bring scopes and binoculars.
- Make your own motel and meal arrangements.
- Signup deadline is September 16.
- See Cape May page.
- Meeting Place: Cape May, NJ
- Destination: Lots of sites in the Cape May area
- Leader: Sue Greer
Travel with CAS to one of the top birding locations in all of North America: Cape May, New Jersey, located in the very heart of the Atlantic Flyway. This trip is sure to appeal to both avid & novice birders alike, as it is timed to catch all the birding action of the fall migration along the Eastern Seaboard.
Cape May’s location makes it a special birding hot spot. It is positioned on the southernmost tip of New Jersey, and is situated exactly where birds that are migrating from points north “drop out” before crossing the Delaware Bay. Warblers, raptors, and waterfowl all abound here during the month of September, as do a myriad of shorebirds.
As you can see from the itinerary, the trip will cover sites that are well known for quality birding. There also will be a group “Pizza in the Park” dinner the first night where we can get to know each other better and get updates on the trip. Participants should find and make their own lodging arrangements. The are many options in and around Cape May to fit a range of budgets. For more details on the area, including places to stay, see https://njaudubon.org/centers/cape-may-bird-observatory/
![](https://conococheagueaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Bird-CapeMayWarbler-LorraineMinns2019-APA-forweb-300x200.jpg)
Photo by Lorraine Minns / 2019 Audubon Photography Awards
![Introduction to Bird Monitoring Project in the Michaux, Part 1](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 one 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 2 trip will complete 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. 3-mile walk.
- Leader: John Greer
- Additional information about the monitoring project can be found in these files:
![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, March: Hawk Mtn Sanctuary's PA Farmland Raptor Project](http://conococheagueaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/genmtg.png)
- Topic: Hawk Mountain Sanctuary’s PA Farmland Raptor Project [Note: this speaker was originally scheduled for February with a slightly different topic]
- Presenter: Bracken Brown, Hawk Mountain Sanctuary.
- Speaker will be in person.
- Attendees may view via Zoom at St. Luke or from home.
- Location: St. Luke Evangelical Lutheran Church.
- Organized by: Terri Kochert.
Zoom info
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7211203928?pwd=RXNwMjZpQVNvSHJGRld3cWZFQjJiZz09
Meeting ID: 721 120 3928
Passcode: cardinal20
![Gen Mtg., May: Bird Banding](http://conococheagueaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/genmtg.png)
- Bird Banding
- Program focus: Cape May Raptor Banding Project generally and the changes seen in the fall migration over 5 decades of banding. Speaker will present photographic slides live. No Zoom.
- Presented by: Paul Engman
- Organized by: Dave Ebbitt
- Location: St. Luke Evangelical Lutheran Church
- NO Zoom
![Beginning Birders' Workshop](http://conococheagueaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/binocs.jpg)
- Outreach: Fun day for beginning birders. Easy walks with seasoned birding buddies, fun activities for children.
- Bring binoculars or use loaners.
- Meet at Visitors Center in Caledonia State Park, Fayetteville. Park in first parking lot beyond Visitors Center.
- Please Pre-register with Dave Cooney, or Janet Tice
![Field Trip for Beginners](http://conococheagueaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/binocs.jpg)
- Field Trip: Easy walk on Chambersburg section of Cumberland Valley Rail Trail, with extra help for beginning birders.
- Bring binoculars and field guide.
- Location: Meet at Big Lots parking lot next to Washington Street to walk along Chambersburg section of Cumberland Valley Rail-Trail.
- Leader: Debby Hook
![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., December: Project SNOWstorm](http://conococheagueaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/genmtg.png)
- Program: Project SNOWstorm
- Zoom or in-person meeting. Presenter will be at a remote location.
- Presented by: NEW PRESENTER! Scott Weidensaul
- Organized by: Lisa Coombs
- Location: St. Luke Evangelical Lutheran Church
Zoom info: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7211203928?pwd=RXNwMjZpQVNvSHJGRld3cWZFQjJiZz09
Meeting ID: 721 120 3928
Passcode: cardinal20
![Gen Mtg., May: Citizen Science – Breeding Bird Blitz and PA Bird Atlas](http://conococheagueaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/genmtg.png)
- Citizen Science – Breeding Bird Blitz and PA Bird Atlas
- Presented by: Vern Gauthier
- Organized by: Dave Ebbitt
- Available in-person or via Zoom
- Location: St. Luke Evangelical Lutheran Church
- Zoom info:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7211203928?pwd=RXNwMjZpQVNvSHJGRld3cWZFQjJiZz09
Meeting ID: 721 120 3928
Passcode: cardinal20