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Oct
9
Mon
2023
Gen. Mtg., October, Birding Antarctica
Oct 9 @ 6:45 pm – 9:00 pm
Gen. Mtg., October, Birding Antarctica

Zoom info: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7211203928?pwd=RXNwMjZpQVNvSHJGRld3cWZFQjJiZz09

Meeting ID: 721 120 3928

Passcode: cardinal20

Oct
21
Sat
2023
Third Saturday Bird Walks
Oct 21 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am
Third Saturday Bird Walks
  • SOAR (Studying Ornithology Around the Region) walks, 8:00 AM first and third Saturdays; various locations in Franklin County.
  • Larry and Sharon Williams, 717-655-7414; see Buttonwood Nature Center, 717-762-0373 for schedule.
Oct
28
Sat
2023
Field Trip: Secrets of the Forest, Avian and Human
Oct 28 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Field Trip: Secrets of the Forest, Avian and Human
  • 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.
Nov
4
Sat
2023
First Saturday Bird Walks
Nov 4 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am
First Saturday Bird Walks
  • SOAR (Studying Ornithology Around the Region) walks, 8:00 AM first and third Saturdays; various locations in Franklin County.
  • Larry and Sharon Williams, 717-655-7414; see Buttonwood Nature Center, 717-762-0373 for schedule.
Nov
13
Mon
2023
Gen. Mtg., Nov. NEW TOPIC: Intro to Wheeling Art Sale and Bird-Related “Yard Sale”
Nov 13 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Gen. Mtg., Nov. NEW TOPIC: Intro to Wheeling Art Sale and Bird-Related "Yard Sale"
  • Youth Contest winners announced tonight!
  • Main Program: New Topic! Introduction to Wheeling Art Collection and Bird-Related “Yard Sale”
  • Zoom or in-person meeting.
  • Presented by: Anne St. John and those with stuff to sell
  • Members may bring no-longer-needed bird-related items (e.g., binoculars, bird books, bird art, feeders, etc.) and offer them for sale. Buyers should pay the seller via cash or check.
  • Location: St. Luke Evangelical Lutheran Church

Zoom info: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7211203928?pwd=RXNwMjZpQVNvSHJGRld3cWZFQjJiZz09

Meeting ID: 721 120 3928

Passcode: cardinal20

Nov
18
Sat
2023
Third Saturday Bird Walks
Nov 18 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am
Third Saturday Bird Walks
  • SOAR (Studying Ornithology Around the Region) walks, 8:00 AM first and third Saturdays; various locations in Franklin County.
  • Larry and Sharon Williams, 717-655-7414; see Buttonwood Nature Center, 717-762-0373 for schedule.
Dec
2
Sat
2023
First Saturday Bird Walks
Dec 2 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am
First Saturday Bird Walks
  • SOAR (Studying Ornithology Around the Region) walks, 8:00 AM first and third Saturdays; various locations in Franklin County.
  • Larry and Sharon Williams, 717-655-7414; see Buttonwood Nature Center, 717-762-0373 for schedule.
Dec
11
Mon
2023
Gen. Mtg., December: Project SNOWstorm
Dec 11 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Gen. Mtg., December: Project SNOWstorm

Zoom info: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7211203928?pwd=RXNwMjZpQVNvSHJGRld3cWZFQjJiZz09

Meeting ID: 721 120 3928

Passcode: cardinal20

Winter Field Trip for Short-eared Owls, Date TBD
Dec 11 @ 7:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Winter Field Trip for Short-eared Owls, Date TBD
  • Field Trip date: TBD.
  • Sign up by December 11 for possible visit to Gettysburg Battlefield area for SHORT-EARED OWLS
  • Provide name and contact information to the leader in advance, so he knows to tell you about when the trip will happen
  • Meeting Place: Norlo Park Community Center
  • Destination: Likely to Gettysburg Battlefield area. Will depend on where the Owls are being seen.
  • Leader: Bob Kochert
Dec
16
Sat
2023
Third Saturday Bird Walks
Dec 16 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am
Third Saturday Bird Walks
  • SOAR (Studying Ornithology Around the Region) walks, 8:00 AM first and third Saturdays; various locations in Franklin County.
  • Larry and Sharon Williams, 717-655-7414; see Buttonwood Nature Center, 717-762-0373 for schedule.
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