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Oct
22
Sat
2022
Introduction to Bird Monitoring Project in the Michaux, Part 1
Oct 22 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Introduction to Bird Monitoring Project in the Michaux, Part 1
  • 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:
MapSouthMichauxSurvey
Oct
29
Sat
2022
Introduction to Bird Monitoring Project in the Michaux, Part 2
Oct 29 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Introduction to Bird Monitoring Project in the Michaux, Part 2
  • 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:
MapSouthMichauxSurvey
Nov
5
Sat
2022
Fall Migration at Conococheague Institute
Nov 5 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am
Fall Migration at Conococheague Institute
Nov
14
Mon
2022
Gen Mtg, Nov: Conococheague Creek Cleanup Project
Nov 14 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Gen Mtg, Nov: Conococheague Creek Cleanup Project

Zoom details: tbd

 

Mar
6
Mon
2023
American Woodcock
Mar 6 @ 5:45 pm – 7:30 pm
American Woodcock
  • Field Trip: To see and hear the mating rituals of AMERICAN WOODCOCKS.
  • Drive to Heisey Road orchard.
  • Witness the annual mating flight of these woodland birds.
  • Bring flashlight.
  • Be prepared for tall, wet grass.
  • Meeting place: Park & Ride, Scotland, Exit 20, I-81 northbound. Meet at the Park & Ride at 5:45 PM , or go directly to Heisey Road orchard on  your own and be there by 6:00 PM
  • Destination: Heisey Road orchard. Note: birders are welcome, despite the Posted signs.
  • Leader: Bob Kochert
Apr
10
Mon
2023
Gen Mtg, Apr.: Annual Business Mtg
Apr 10 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Gen Mtg, Apr.: Annual Business Mtg
  • Annual Business Meeting: Reports and elections. Need a quorum, so please vote! All chapter members welcome.
  • Ballot:
    • New Directors: TBD
    • Nominations will also be accepted from the floor.
    • Please vote in person at the meeting, by sending an email, or calling Valerie Barnes.
  • Main Program: The Birds and the Bees
  • In-person meeting. Also available via Zoom.
  • Presented by: Tracy Snyder, Penn State Bee Monitoring Program
  • 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

 

May
4
Thu
2023
Spring Arrivals/Migrants
May 4 @ 6:30 am – 12:00 pm
NEW DATE! Spring Migrants - Little Cove
  • Field Trip: Fort McCord area for SPRING ARRIVALS/MIGRANTS
  • Bring binoculars and lunch
  • We will make several stops. Some walking.
  • Meeting place: North Pointe Center, US 11 north of Chambersburg.
  • Destination: Fort McCord area in western Franklin County, PA
  • Leader: Bill Oyler
May
13
Sat
2023
New Time and New Date! SPRING MIGRANTS – Stillhouse Hollow, Heisey Rd Orchard, local farms
May 13 @ 8:00 am – 1:30 pm
New Time and New Date! SPRING MIGRANTS - Stillhouse Hollow, Heisey Rd Orchard, local farms
  • New Time and New Date – 13 May, 8 AM
  • Stillhouse Hollow, Heisey Road Orchard, and some local farms for SPRING MIGRANTS. Bring scopes, binoculars, and lunch.
  • Meet: Keener’s home, 5207 Heisey Road, Shippensburg.
  • Destination: area near Heisey Road Orchard.
  • Leader: Bob Keener, 717-532-9723 or 717-658-8765.
May
15
Mon
2023
Magee Marsh
May 15 – May 17 all-day
Magee Marsh
  • Field Trip to Magee Marsh, Ohio, for WARBLER MIGRANTS.
  • Drive to the area on your own. No caravan planned at this time.
  • Bring scopes, binoculars, and lunch.  Make own hotel arrangements.  Sign up by Mar. 13.
  • Leaders: Bob and Terri Kochert. 717-263-3692.

 

Jun
3
Sat
2023
Beginning Birders’ Workshop
Jun 3 @ 7:45 am – 12:00 pm
Beginning Birders' Workshop
  • 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 

 

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