- 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
![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
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.
![Gen Mtg, Apr.: Annual Business Mtg](http://conococheagueaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/genmtg.png)
- Annual Business Meeting: Elections. Need a quorum, so please vote! All chapter members welcome.
- See who and what we’re voting for and how to vote
- Main Program: Make Your Yard a Living Bird Feeder – Bird Friendly Natives for Home Landscapes
- In-person meeting. Also available via Zoom.
- Presented by: Rebecca Shubert, Native Niche
- Organized by: Anne St. John
- Location: St. Luke Evangelical Lutheran Church
- Also available via Zoom
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7211203928?pwd=RXNwMjZpQVNvSHJGRld3cWZFQjJiZz09
Meeting ID: 721 120 3928
Passcode: cardinal20
- 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
![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