{"id":3686,"date":"2026-10-02T15:59:36","date_gmt":"2026-10-02T19:59:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/conococheagueaudubon.org\/?p=3686"},"modified":"2026-10-02T16:13:14","modified_gmt":"2026-10-02T20:13:14","slug":"october-2026-from-the-president","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/conococheagueaudubon.org\/?p=3686","title":{"rendered":"October 2026 from the President"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

What has 38 legs, 38 eyes, and one ton of fun? Answer: The Beginning Birder Walk held on Sep. 19! We had sixteen “beginners,” two trip leaders, and over twenty different bird species. It was a great day with great weather and great views of some great birds. CAS provided binoculars for many participants, and everyone got a chance to practice their birding skills: using binoculars, observing birds, and listening to calls. Thanks to everyone who came out and made it fun. Thanks to my birding partner, Tracy, for helping to answer questions, spot birds, and make ids (of insects as well as birds, of course!). And thanks to Alyssa Good and Furnace Run Park for promoting the event and for providing a great place to see birds. (Can you tell I had a great time?) You can read more about it in the next Naturally<\/em> newsletter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our first meeting of the year was also well attended. (Please review the attached minutes before the next meeting.) The native plant program was very informative, and it was fun to see so many familiar faces and so many newcomers as well. I hope to see you again on Oct. 12. One of the best things about these meetings is the chance to catch up with our birder friends and maybe even talk a bit about birds. I encourage everyone to come early (doors will be open at 6:30) for a social half-hour before the meeting!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you do come early to the October 12 general CAS meeting, Jim Hook will have a selection of native Redbud tree seedlings available. A small donation to CAS is requested. Jim will be stationed just outside the outer doors. He will have seedlings under 6 inches tall (suggested donation $1) and seedlings from 6 inches to 12 inches in height (suggested $2). Each plant pot will be placed in a heavy plastic bag. Please take your seedlings to your vehicles before the meeting (not<\/strong> into the building). Anyone wishing for 6 or more seedlings may contact Jim at 717-262-5865 or jimbhook@gmail.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Get Involved with CAS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Join the fun and help CAS in its efforts to support conservation and spread interest in nature, especially birds. We are currently seeking volunteers to pitch in with the following.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each year, Conococheague Audubon makes charitable contributions to (mostly) local organizations. If you have suggestions about whom we should support, please contact Val Barnes at ConAudubon@outlook.com<\/a> or 717-352-4397.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pot Luck Dinner:<\/strong> The annual pot luck dinner will be held January 11 at 6:00. Volunteers are needed to help setting up and cleaning up. Contact Donna Hocker dlhocker@yahoo.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Financial Support:<\/strong> If you wish to donate, send your check to Conococheague Audubon Society, PO Box 20, Fayetteville, PA 17222. Thanks to all who donate!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Adopt-a-Highway<\/strong>: If you missed your chance on Sep. 26, you’ll have another opportunity in the spring. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vice President<\/strong>: Currently the position acts as an assistant to the President and will not be required to become President at the end of their term. If you’re considering maybe possibly volunteering, we can discuss how you would like to contribute to the leadership team of CAS. Contact me at writinron@comcast.net<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Monitoring Bluebird trails<\/strong>: Managing a Bluebird trail, takes a lot of work and on-going learning. Our dedicated volunteers help at multiple sites, and more help is always needed. If you’re interested in volunteering in 2027, email conaudubon@outlook.com<\/a> , and we’ll pass your information to the project leaders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Everything Else<\/strong>: Email conaudubon@outlook.com<\/a> if you would like to get involved in any of our activities: <\/p>\n\n\n\n