If you’d like to organize a field trip, please contact Field Trip chairperson, Linda Widdop.
COVID Pandemic Participant Guidelines
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DVOC field trips and programs adhere to the current CDC guidelines. Leaders and participants must
wear face masks throughout the program and maintain physical distancing of at least 6 feet. Please do
not come to a field trip if you or a family member is sick or have reason to believe you may have been
exposed to the COVID-19 virus. There will be no sharing of equipment including binoculars or spotting
scopes. Leaders may remove their face covering to be heard by the group while maintaining social
distance. Leaders have the right to ask a participant to leave the program if someone is not adhering to
these guidelines for the health and safety of all.
Field Trip Participant Information
We encourage participants to regularly check both the DVOC website and Facebook Page in advance of
any field trip as the date or meeting location can change due to road construction, a park closure,
weather conditions, or other last-minute circumstances. Plan on arriving a few minutes before the
scheduled time of the field trip. The time stated is the STARTING time, not the arrival time. This will give
you time to get yourself ready, say hello, visit a restroom and be ready to go.
Field trips are held “in the field” at locations with varying terrain and conditions. Most trips will require
ability to arrive on your own, walk for some distance on unpaved or uneven surfaces. Please dress for
weather and bring bug repellent and water. Restrooms may not always be available. For all day trips,
please come prepared with food, water and have a full tank of gas.
PARTICIPANT RELEASE: My participation in a DVOC field trip or event signifies that I agree not to hold the
DVOC or any of its agents responsible for any accidents, losses, damages, or injuries resulting from my
participation in the field trip or program.
Upcoming Trips:
Free to all members and non-members
Thursdays at 4pm during April and May, Patty Rehn will lead bird walks through various habitats at the Dr. Still Historic Site. All skill levels are welcome! Let’s see how many species of birds we can record! Possible sightings will include migrants, seasonal and year-round residents.
Register for the Dr. Still Historic Site and DVOC (Delaware Valley Ornithological Club) joint walk by texting 609-412-3394 with name and number of participants prior to noon on date of walk. If the program is canceled due to weather, registrants will be notified by text at noon on the date of scheduled walk. Social distancing and face masks are required for all attendees.
Meet in the parking lot located next to 209 Church Rd. Medford NJ. https://goo.gl/maps/51HbbxEd5CVePvgN6 Cost: Free, but donations to the Dr. James Still Historic Site are greatly appreciated. http://www.drjamesstillcenter.org/
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We will be birding Center City every Friday morning in May at 8:00am to enjoy peak songbird migration and to see the nesting Peregrine Falcons and Red-tailed Hawks.
4/30 Eakins Oval to Lloyd Hall meet at Rocky Statue
5/7 Rittenhouse meet at 18th and Walnut Street
5/14 Rail Park meet at 13th and Noble Entrance
5/21 Franklin Square and Independence Hall meet at 6th and Race
5/28 City Hall/ Love Park meet at City Hall, South Broad St side
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Come on out and enjoy spring migration at Awbury Arboretum. Awbury is a 55 acre privately owned arboretum in the Germantown section of Philadelphia. Over 150 species have been recorded at this little gem. The arboretum is a nice patch of green space in an area of dense housing and functions as a migrant trap attracting a great mix of birds and often giving excellent views of warblers and more. We will be starting out at 6:00 am and finishing by late morning. Parking at the arboretum is rather limited, so we will be meeting on Ardleigh Street directly opposite Awbury Recreation Center. There is ample street parking available in this location.
For questions or to cancel your attendance, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
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Take a stroll around this historic estate situated on the Delaware River where Poquessing Creek meets the river. The property is small but is great for migrants, ducks and gulls, and of course Bald Eagles.
Our birding backpacks (including binoculars and field guide) are currently only available for loan at Andorra, Logan and Richmond libraries due to the pandemic. For details regarding the lending process and other questions, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
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Please join us for a bird walk at this underappreciated park in NE Philly! It is peak spring migration and we are bound to see some warblers, thrushes and vireos!
We will meet at the Ramona Ave entrance (40.016572, -75.107705) and walk about 2-3 miles. Dress for weather.
Our birding backpacks (including binoculars and field guide) are currently only available for loan at Andorra, Logan and Richmond libraries due to the pandemic. For details regarding the lending process and other questions, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
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Join us to explore one of Philly’s Top 3 birding locations. This park has a few good birding areas including the lakes, woods and meadows of the old golf course. We will concentrate on areas that are productive each month. Due to consistent flooding in the park please be prepared for muddy and wet areas. Water-proof shoes or mud boots are recommended. Dress for weather.
Meet at the parking lot east of the gazebo (39.9034994, -75.1787725), not at the gazebo. In case the gates are closed, please park on 20th Street and walk to the meeting place.
Our birding backpacks (including binoculars and field guide) are currently only available for loan at Andorra, Logan and Richmond libraries due to the pandemic. For details regarding the lending process and other questions, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
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Please join us for a bird walk at one of Philly’s most underrated birding locations. It is peak spring migration and we are bound to see some warblers, thrushes and vireos!
The gate to the parking lot on Verree Road might not be open yet, but it is safe to park along the road. Please use the GPS coordinates as a guide.
The trip will be a mix of walking along the creek on the paved trail and on rugged hiking trails between Verree and Krewstown Roads.
Pennypack Park – Verree Road Parking Area (40.085197, -75.06179)
For questions, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
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We’ll search for migrant birds in the “Birdplace” of America, while discussing bird migration through Philadelphia, with information about BirdSafe Philly & Lights Out Philly programs.
Meet at the Commodore Barry Statue behind Independence Hall.
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Every Tuesday at 4pm during April and May, Patty Rehn will lead a bird walk through various habitats at the Rancocas Nature Center. All skill levels are welcome! Let’s see how many species of birds we can record in the two-month period. Possible sightings will include migrants and seasonal and year-round residents.
Register for the Rancocas Nature Center and DVOC (Delaware Valley Ornithological Club) joint walk by emailing info@rancocasnaturecenter.org. Limited to 15 participants. If the program is canceled due to weather, registrants will be notified by email. Social distancing and face masks are required for all attendees. Meet in the Nature Center parking lot. Cost: Free. The series continues on April 13, 20, 27 and May 4, 11, 18, and 25.
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Meet at Moredon Road Parking lot to take a quick walk around Lorimer Park trails (Montco) looking for new arrivals. We usually find Louisiana Waterthrush singing, many other warblers and passerines. We will loop Fox Chase Farm (Philly) looking for nesting Bluebirds, Cliff and Tree swallows along with other open field birds. Dog friendly for well behaved pooches. We will wrap up by 9 AM so that we can get back to work on time. Cancelled if raining.
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We will be birding Center City every Friday morning in May at 8:00am to enjoy peak songbird migration and to see the nesting Peregrine Falcons and Red-tailed Hawks.
4/30 Eakins Oval to Lloyd Hall meet at Rocky Statue
5/7 Rittenhouse meet at 18th and Walnut Street
5/14 Rail Park meet at 13th and Noble Entrance
5/21 Franklin Square and Independence Hall meet at 6th and Race
5/28 City Hall/ Love Park meet at City Hall, South Broad St side
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Please join us for a bird walk at this rarely-visited park in far NE Philly! It is the end of peak spring migration, but we should still see some warblers, thrushes and vireos.
Let’s meet at the end of McNulty Road (14400 McNulty Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19154). There is a dead end. Cars can be parked along the road. GPS for Google Maps: 40.107337, -74.972503.
Sturdy footwear is recommended as the ground can be wet and muddy. We will walk for 2-3 miles.
Our birding backpacks (including binoculars and field guide) are currently only available for loan at Andorra, Logan and Richmond libraries due to the pandemic. For details regarding the lending process and other questions, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
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We will explore “Brig” looking for shorebirds, gulls and other migrants by driving the wildlife loop. We will make stops along the drive where we have good views of shorebirds that use this WMA as a stopover on their way to breeding grounds in the north. This is a great time to see full breeding plumage of Dunlin, Sandpipers, Plovers and other birds. Bring a scope if you have one. We will share scopes if possible (according to CDC guidelines). Bug repellent, sunscreen, hat and sunshirt are a must. Bring plenty of water and snacks too.
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We’ll search for migrant birds in the “Birdplace” of America, while discussing bird migration through Philadelphia, with information about BirdSafe Philly & Lights Out Philly programs.
Meet at the Commodore Barry Statue behind Independence Hall.
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Every Tuesday at 4pm during April and May, Patty Rehn will lead a bird walk through various habitats at the Rancocas Nature Center. All skill levels are welcome! Let’s see how many species of birds we can record in the two-month period. Possible sightings will include migrants and seasonal and year-round residents.
Register for the Rancocas Nature Center and DVOC (Delaware Valley Ornithological Club) joint walk by emailing info@rancocasnaturecenter.org. Limited to 15 participants. If the program is canceled due to weather, registrants will be notified by email. Social distancing and face masks are required for all attendees. Meet in the Nature Center parking lot. Cost: Free. The series continues on April 13, 20, 27 and May 4, 11, 18, and 25.
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Meet at Moredon Road Parking lot to take a quick walk around Lorimer Park trails (Montco) looking for new arrivals. We usually find Louisiana Waterthrush singing, many other warblers and passerines. We will loop Fox Chase Farm (Philly) looking for nesting Bluebirds, Cliff and Tree swallows along with other open field birds. Dog friendly for well behaved pooches. We will wrap up by 9 AM so that we can get back to work on time. Cancelled if raining.
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We will be birding Center City every Friday morning in May at 8:00am to enjoy peak songbird migration and to see the nesting Peregrine Falcons and Red-tailed Hawks.
4/30 Eakins Oval to Lloyd Hall meet at Rocky Statue
5/7 Rittenhouse meet at 18th and Walnut Street
5/14 Rail Park meet at 13th and Noble Entrance
5/21 Franklin Square and Independence Hall meet at 6th and Race
5/28 City Hall/ Love Park meet at City Hall, South Broad St side
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New and young birders are invited to join the Woodcock Wonders Outing on Sunday, March 7, 5:30-6:45 pm, at Eastwick meadows, led by Debbie Beer. Wear sturdy shoes for trekking uneven, wet, muddy terrain. We will walk a short distance, then stand and listen for these unique birds. Go to John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge, 8601 Lindbergh Blvd, Phila, but do not enter the refuge. Instead, drive to the end of Lindbergh Blvd, and park near concrete barriers. Group size limited, mask-wearing and social distancing required. Please pre-register by emailing Debbie Beer, debbeer1023@gmail.com.
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The Rancocas Nature Center is an excellent location to see the display of the American Woodcock in late winter. Steve Mattan and Patty Rehn will be leading a joint trip with the Rancocas Nature center. The woodcock display program is 2 parts: one virtual and the other on-site at the Rancocas Nature Center. Registrants can do either part of the program or both.
The First Part is an informational presentation via zoom about the American Woodcock: Wednesday, March 3 at 7pm
The Second Part is at the Rancocas Nature Center: Sunday, March 7 at 6pm.
We will take a short walk into the fields to see and hear the display. Masks required. Limited to 15 participants. Pre-registration required. Email info@rancocasnaturecenter.org to register. There is no charge for this program, but donations to the Rancocas Nature Center are encouraged.
Leaders: Patty Rehn and Steve Mattan
Meet: Parking lot of the Rancocas Nature Center. https://www.google.com/maps/place/Rancocas+Nature+Center/@40.0033759,-74.8208808,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0xa71a76636aed7ecd!8m2!3d40.0033759!4d-74.8208808
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Join us to explore one of Philly’s Top 3 birding locations. This park has a few good birding areas including the lakes, woods and meadows of the old golf course. We will concentrate on areas that are productive each month. Due to consistent flooding in the park please be prepared for muddy and wet areas. Water-proof shoes or mud boots are recommended. Dress for weather.
Meet at the parking lot east of the gazebo (39.9034994, -75.1787725)
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Every Tuesday at 4pm during April and May, Patty Rehn will lead a bird walk through various habitats at the Rancocas Nature Center. All skill levels are welcome! Let’s see how many species of birds we can record in the two-month period. Possible sightings will include migrants and seasonal and year-round residents.
Register for the Rancocas Nature Center and DVOC (Delaware Valley Ornithological Club) joint walk by emailing info@rancocasnaturecenter.org. Limited to 15 participants. If the program is canceled due to weather, registrants will be notified by email. Social distancing and face masks are required for all attendees. Meet in the Nature Center parking lot. Cost: Free. The series continues on April 13, 20, 27 and May 4, 11, 18, and 25.
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Meet at Moredon Road Parking lot to take a quick walk around Lorimer Park trails (Montco) looking for new arrivals. We usually find Louisiana Waterthrush singing, many other warblers and passerines. We will loop Fox Chase Farm (Philly) looking for nesting Bluebirds, Cliff and Tree swallows along with other open field birds. Dog friendly for well behaved pooches. We will wrap up by 9 AM so that we can get back to work on time. Cancelled if raining.
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Pennypack on the Delaware is uniquely positioned along the river providing crucial habitat for migrants and the odd rarity. The flats at the confluence of Pennypack Creek and the Delaware frequently host gulls and shorebirds. The park also hosts Philadelphia’s most viewable Bald Eagle nest. Dress for weather.
Meet at the Gazebo.
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Every Tuesday at 4pm during April and May, Patty Rehn will lead a bird walk through various habitats at the Rancocas Nature Center. All skill levels are welcome! Let’s see how many species of birds we can record in the two-month period. Possible sightings will include migrants and seasonal and year-round residents.
Register for the Rancocas Nature Center and DVOC (Delaware Valley Ornithological Club) joint walk by emailing info@rancocasnaturecenter.org. Limited to 15 participants. If the program is canceled due to weather, registrants will be notified by email. Social distancing and face masks are required for all attendees. Meet in the Nature Center parking lot. Cost: Free. The series continues on April 13, 20, 27 and May 4, 11, 18, and 25.
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Meet at Moredon Road Parking lot to take a quick walk around Lorimer Park trails (Montco) looking for new arrivals. We usually find Louisiana Waterthrush singing, many other warblers and passerines. We will loop Fox Chase Farm (Philly) looking for nesting Bluebirds, Cliff and Tree swallows along with other open field birds. Dog friendly for well behaved pooches. We will wrap up by 9 AM so that we can get back to work on time. Cancelled if raining.
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Join us to explore one of Philly’s Top 3 birding locations. This park has a few good birding areas including the lakes, woods and meadows of the old golf course. We will concentrate on areas that are productive each month. Due to consistent flooding in the park please be prepared for muddy and wet areas. Water-proof shoes or mud boots are recommended. Dress for weather.
Meet at the parking lot east of the gazebo (39.9034994, -75.1787725). In case the gates are closed, please park on 20th Street and walk to the meeting place.
For questions, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
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Matt will be leading an early morning walk to commemorate William Bartram’s birthday. Meet in the parking lot at 6 AM.
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Every Tuesday at 4pm during April and May, Patty Rehn will lead a bird walk through various habitats at the Rancocas Nature Center. All skill levels are welcome! Let’s see how many species of birds we can record in the two-month period. Possible sightings will include migrants and seasonal and year-round residents.
Register for the Rancocas Nature Center and DVOC (Delaware Valley Ornithological Club) joint walk by emailing info@rancocasnaturecenter.org. Limited to 15 participants. If the program is canceled due to weather, registrants will be notified by email. Social distancing and face masks are required for all attendees. Meet in the Nature Center parking lot. Cost: Free. The series continues on April 13, 20, 27 and May 4, 11, 18, and 25.
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Meet at Moredon Road Parking lot to take a quick walk around Lorimer Park trails (Montco) looking for new arrivals. We usually find Louisiana Waterthrush singing, many other warblers and passerines. We will loop Fox Chase Farm (Philly) looking for nesting Bluebirds, Cliff and Tree swallows along with other open field birds. Dog friendly for well behaved pooches. We will wrap up by 9 AM so that we can get back to work on time. Cancelled if raining.
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Thursdays at 4pm during April and May, Patty Rehn will lead bird walks through various habitats at the Dr. Still Historic Site. All skill levels are welcome! Let’s see how many species of birds we can record! Possible sightings will include migrants, seasonal and year-round residents.
Register for the Dr. Still Historic Site and DVOC (Delaware Valley Ornithological Club) joint walk by texting 609-412-3394 with name and number of participants prior to noon on date of walk. If the program is canceled due to weather, registrants will be notified by text at noon on the date of scheduled walk. Social distancing and face masks are required for all attendees.
Meet in the parking lot located next to 209 Church Rd. Medford NJ. https://goo.gl/maps/51HbbxEd5CVePvgN6 Cost: Free, but donations to the Dr. James Still Historic Site are greatly appreciated. http://www.drjamesstillcenter.org/
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We’ll meet at the Coral Ave. Dune Crossover and spend the first 2-3 hours of the morning watching whatever migrants come in, hoping for a nice morning songbird or waterbird flight. It will be a great opportunity to learn about the annual Cape May spring watch census conducted by Tom Reed and crew. The fall censuses are well known but the spring one is less well known.
This is a great trip for folks working on their Billings Big Year list!
Liam, Tom & George will be there from 6am to 9am and perhaps later depending on the flight. We will then size up the day and probably visit another nearby spot like South Cape May Meadows, Stone Harbor, etc. We’ll end the field trip around 1pm. Limit to 10 participants (not including leaders).
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Belleplain State Forest is the southern end of the pine barrens. The area is great for early spring migrants as well as breeding birds including Summer Tanager, Prothonotary, Worm-eating and Hooded warbler, Louisiana Waterthrush and Ovenbirds. We will drive to various spots in the park and make short walks. Bring water.
Perhaps finish with a stop at the Sumner Ave. Pee Fields and/or Jake’s Landing
TRAFFIC NOTE – the bridge at Dennisville lake, south of Belleplain is out. Detour is in effect. Please plan accordingly if joining from south of Belleplain.
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We will hike a circuit through this property through a wide variety of habitats, including small parcels of forest, meadows with native grasses and bird boxes and a trail that follows the Pennypack Creek. Besides the birds common to these habitats, the hike should provide opportunities to see a range of spring migrants. The trail follows the rolling terrain in the park.
Participants should be prepared for short, moderately steep sections of the trail and a good pair of hiking shoes will be helpful, but not essential. Approximate length of the hike is 2.3 miles.
Meet at the Visitor Center parking lot – 2955 Edge Hill Road, Huntingdon Valley, PA 19002
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Meet at Moredon Road Parking lot to take a quick walk around Lorimer Park trails (Montco) looking for new arrivals. We usually find Louisiana Waterthrush singing, many other warblers and passerines. We will loop Fox Chase Farm (Philly) looking for nesting Bluebirds, Cliff and Tree swallows along with other open field birds. Dog friendly for well behaved pooches. We will wrap up by 9 AM so that we can get back to work on time. Cancelled if raining.
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Every Tuesday at 4pm during April and May, Patty Rehn will lead a bird walk through various habitats at the Rancocas Nature Center. All skill levels are welcome! Let’s see how many species of birds we can record in the two-month period. Possible sightings will include migrants and seasonal and year-round residents.
Register for the Rancocas Nature Center and DVOC (Delaware Valley Ornithological Club) joint walk by emailing info@rancocasnaturecenter.org. Limited to 15 participants. If the program is canceled due to weather, registrants will be notified by email. Social distancing and face masks are required for all attendees. Meet in the Nature Center parking lot. Cost: Free. The series continues on April 13, 20, 27 and May 4, 11, 18, and 25.
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Thursdays at 4pm during April and May, Patty Rehn will lead bird walks through various habitats at the Dr. Still Historic Site. All skill levels are welcome! Let’s see how many species of birds we can record! Possible sightings will include migrants, seasonal and year-round residents.
Register for the Dr. Still Historic Site and DVOC (Delaware Valley Ornithological Club) joint walk by texting 609-412-3394 with name and number of participants prior to noon on date of walk. If the program is canceled due to weather, registrants will be notified by text at noon on the date of scheduled walk. Social distancing and face masks are required for all attendees.
Meet in the parking lot located next to 209 Church Rd. Medford NJ. https://goo.gl/maps/51HbbxEd5CVePvgN6 Cost: Free, but donations to the Dr. James Still Historic Site are greatly appreciated. http://www.drjamesstillcenter.org/
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We will be birding Center City every Friday morning in May at 8:00am to enjoy peak songbird migration and to see the nesting Peregrine Falcons and Red-tailed Hawks.
4/30 Eakins Oval to Lloyd Hall meet at Rocky Statue
5/7 Rittenhouse meet at 18th and Walnut Street
5/14 Rail Park meet at 13th and Noble Entrance
5/21 Franklin Square and Independence Hall meet at 6th and Race
5/28 City Hall/ Love Park meet at City Hall, South Broad St side
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Come on out and enjoy spring migration at Awbury Arboretum. Awbury is a 55 acre privately owned arboretum in the Germantown section of Philadelphia. Over 150 species have been recorded at this little gem. The arboretum is a nice patch of green space in an area of dense housing and functions as a migrant trap attracting a great mix of birds and often giving excellent views of warblers and more. We will be starting out at 6:00 am and finishing by late morning. Parking at the arboretum is rather limited, so we will be meeting on Ardleigh Street directly opposite Awbury Recreation Center. There is ample street parking available in this location.
Our birding backpacks (including binoculars and field guide) are currently only available for loan at Andorra, Logan and Richmond libraries due to the pandemic. For details regarding the lending process and other questions, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
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For breeders and spring migrants. Expected: warblers, including occasional Kentucky, Louisiana Waterthrush; thrushes (possibly including Swainson’s), vireos, flycatchers and many others.
Meet at Ridley Creek bridge on Gradyville Road (near Newtown Square, PA)
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Please join us for a bird walk at one of Philly’s lesser known or maybe even better – unknown – birding locations.
West Fairmount Park is huge but we will only focus on the middle section along the more or less newly established Trolley Trail and its side trails.
Let’s meet at the parking lot next to the Car Barn building (39.989201, -75.209724). The walk will include some up- and downhills.
Our birding backpacks (including binoculars and field guide) are currently only available for loan at Andorra, Logan and Richmond libraries due to the pandemic. For details regarding the lending process and other questions, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
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Come and enjoy Spring Migration at Ceres Park, Mantua Township, Gloucester County, NJ. It is also the first day of City Nature Challenge so all iNaturalist entries will be added to the Philadelphia CNC Project. Ceres Park is a beautiful landscape of natural growth, hosting a variety of animal life that includes mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and many bird species. Per eBird, in April and May, 123 bird species have been sighted, 132 overall. With an extensive trail system through upland and wetland forests, the preserve covers 52 acres. From the parking lot, there are many trails which lead through a diverse selection of plant life and have beautiful views of Emerald and Cedar Lakes. These lakes were once “marl pits,” formed during a mining operation that existed here through the 1800s and early 1900s. Marl is a nutrient-rich marine deposit that was used as fertilizer and gave towns like “Marlton” and “Marlboro” their names. If we are lucky, we may hear or see Pileated Woodpeckers (rare for South Jersey) that are known to frequent Ceres Park.
Meet at the Main Lot at 7:30 am. 940 Main St. Sewell, NJ 08080
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Join us to explore one of Philly’s Top 3 birding locations. This park has a few good birding areas including the lakes, woods and meadows of the old golf course. We will concentrate on areas that are productive each month. Due to consistent flooding in the park please be prepared for muddy and wet areas. Water-proof shoes or mud boots are recommended. Dress for weather.
Meet at the parking lot east of the gazebo (39.9034994, -75.1787725), not at the gazebo. In case the gates are closed, please park on 20th Street and walk to the meeting place.
Our birding backpacks (including binoculars and field guide) are currently only available for loan at Andorra, Logan and Richmond libraries due to the pandemic. For details regarding the lending process and other questions, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
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Important: This trip is full, but you can sign up for a waitlist below.
As part of the City Nature Challenge, the Delaware Valley Ornithological Club and the Philadelphia Botanical Club are partnering to host a trip to the New Jersey Pine Barrens. We’ll find diverse plants, birds, fungi, insects and more – and have fun documenting them on iNaturalist! Our tentative agenda includes a start at the Huber Prairie Warbler Preserve (for possible prothonotary, hooded and of course prairie warblers – and others), followed by a walk at the Franklin Parker Preserve (deservedly known as a place to see the classic pine barrens plants; we’ll pick up some waders, shorebirds and raptors). Species likely to be in bloom include Pyxidanthera barbulata (pixiemoss), Kalmia buxifolia (sandmyrtle), and Hudsonia ericoides (goldenheather). We may finish with a stop near the Carranza Memorial. Details TBD – the agenda may change depending on reports closer to the date. Walk with us as long as you’d like, dress for ticks and don’t forget to bring food and water.
Registration is required, and the trip is limited to 14 participants. This is potentially an all-day trip, with visits to several spots, if the weather cooperates and if there’s time/interest.
Directions will be provided upon registration.
Leaders: Anne Bekker, anne.sarah.bekker@gmail.com or 215-586-0636; and Janet Novak, botany@indri.org or 215-534-6700 (cell).
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We’ll search for migrant birds in the “Birdplace” of America, while discussing bird migration through Philadelphia, with information about BirdSafe Philly & Lights Out Philly programs.
Meet at the Commodore Barry Statue behind Independence Hall.
Our birding backpacks (including binoculars and field guide) are currently only available for loan at Andorra, Logan and Richmond libraries due to the pandemic. For details regarding the lending process and other questions, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
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Every Tuesday at 4pm during April and May, Patty Rehn will lead a bird walk through various habitats at the Rancocas Nature Center. All skill levels are welcome! Let’s see how many species of birds we can record in the two-month period. Possible sightings will include migrants and seasonal and year-round residents.
Register for the Rancocas Nature Center and DVOC (Delaware Valley Ornithological Club) joint walk by emailing info@rancocasnaturecenter.org. Limited to 15 participants. If the program is canceled due to weather, registrants will be notified by email. Social distancing and face masks are required for all attendees. Meet in the Nature Center parking lot. Cost: Free. The series continues on April 13, 20, 27 and May 4, 11, 18, and 25.
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Meet at Moredon Road Parking lot to take a quick walk around Lorimer Park trails (Montco) looking for new arrivals. We usually find Louisiana Waterthrush singing, many other warblers and passerines. We will loop Fox Chase Farm (Philly) looking for nesting Bluebirds, Cliff and Tree swallows along with other open field birds. Dog friendly for well behaved pooches. We will wrap up by 9 AM so that we can get back to work on time. Cancelled if raining.
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Fort Washington State Park (FWSP) is an excellent place for spring migration. We have tallied up to twenty-eight species in prior spring migration periods. We will walk the trails and bird until the morning activity dies down.
Meet at the Hawk Watch Platform parking lot.
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Thursdays at 4pm during April and May, Patty Rehn will lead bird walks through various habitats at the Dr. Still Historic Site. All skill levels are welcome! Let’s see how many species of birds we can record! Possible sightings will include migrants, seasonal and year-round residents.
Register for the Dr. Still Historic Site and DVOC (Delaware Valley Ornithological Club) joint walk by texting 609-412-3394 with name and number of participants prior to noon on date of walk. If the program is canceled due to weather, registrants will be notified by text at noon on the date of scheduled walk. Social distancing and face masks are required for all attendees.
Meet in the parking lot located next to 209 Church Rd. Medford NJ. https://goo.gl/maps/51HbbxEd5CVePvgN6 Cost: Free, but donations to the Dr. James Still Historic Site are greatly appreciated. http://www.drjamesstillcenter.org/
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We will be birding Center City every Friday morning in May at 8:00am to enjoy peak songbird migration and to see the nesting Peregrine Falcons and Red-tailed Hawks.
4/30 Eakins Oval to Lloyd Hall meet at Rocky Statue
5/7 Rittenhouse meet at 18th and Walnut Street
5/14 Rail Park meet at 13th and Noble Entrance
5/21 Franklin Square and Independence Hall meet at 6th and Race
5/28 City Hall/ Love Park meet at City Hall, South Broad St side
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Join us to explore one of Philly’s Top 3 birding locations. This park has a few good birding areas including the lakes, woods and meadows of the old golf course. We will concentrate on areas that are productive each month. Due to consistent flooding in the park please be prepared for muddy and wet areas. Water-proof shoes or mud boots are recommended. Dress for weather.
Meet at the parking lot east of the gazebo (39.9034994, -75.1787725), not at the gazebo. In case the gates are closed, please park on 20th St and walk to the meeting place.
For questions or to cancel your attendance, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
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Please join us for a bird walk at one of Philly’s most underrated birding locations. It is peak spring migration and we are bound to see some warblers, thrushes and vireos!
The gate to the parking lot on Verree Road might not be open yet, but it is safe to park along the road. Please use the GPS coordinates as a guide.
The trip will be a mix of walking along the creek on the paved trail and on rugged hiking trail between Verree and Krewstown Roads.
Pennypack Park – Verree Road Parking Area (40.085197, -75.061796)
Our birding backpacks (including binoculars and field guide) are currently only available for loan at Andorra, Logan and Richmond libraries due to the pandemic. For details regarding the lending process and other questions, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
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Heislerville WMA located in Cumberland County NJ along the bayshore is an excellent location to observe thousands of shorebirds as they stopover on their way to breeding grounds in the north. Several species of shorebirds amass in numbers with possibility to find a rarity such as Curlew Sandpiper which has been found here in recent years. Bring a camera as this is great for photography. Bring a scope if you have one. Bug repellent is a good idea. This trip is timed with high tide to maximize number of birds in the impoundments.
Meet at the shell parking lot on Matt’s Landing Rd. We will walk around the impoundments from there.
Rain date May 16th at 11 AM.
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We’ll search for migrant birds in the “Birdplace” of America, while discussing bird migration through Philadelphia, with information about BirdSafe Philly & Lights Out Philly programs.
Meet at the Commodore Barry Statue behind Independence Hall.
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Every Tuesday at 4pm during April and May, Patty Rehn will lead a bird walk through various habitats at the Rancocas Nature Center. All skill levels are welcome! Let’s see how many species of birds we can record in the two-month period. Possible sightings will include migrants and seasonal and year-round residents.
Register for the Rancocas Nature Center and DVOC (Delaware Valley Ornithological Club) joint walk by emailing info@rancocasnaturecenter.org. Limited to 15 participants. If the program is canceled due to weather, registrants will be notified by email. Social distancing and face masks are required for all attendees. Meet in the Nature Center parking lot. Cost: Free. The series continues on April 13, 20, 27 and May 4, 11, 18, and 25.
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Meet at Moredon Road Parking lot to take a quick walk around Lorimer Park trails (Montco) looking for new arrivals. We usually find Louisiana Waterthrush singing, many other warblers and passerines. We will loop Fox Chase Farm (Philly) looking for nesting Bluebirds, Cliff and Tree swallows along with other open field birds. Dog friendly for well behaved pooches. We will wrap up by 9 AM so that we can get back to work on time. Cancelled if raining.
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Fort Washington State Park (FWSP) is an excellent place for spring migration. We have tallied up to twenty-eight species in prior spring migration periods. We will walk the trails and bird until the morning activity dies down.
Meet at the Hawk Watch Platform parking lot.
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Thursdays at 4pm during April and May, Patty Rehn will lead bird walks through various habitats at the Dr. Still Historic Site. All skill levels are welcome! Let’s see how many species of birds we can record! Possible sightings will include migrants, seasonal and year-round residents.
Register for the Dr. Still Historic Site and DVOC (Delaware Valley Ornithological Club) joint walk by texting 609-412-3394 with name and number of participants prior to noon on date of walk. If the program is canceled due to weather, registrants will be notified by text at noon on the date of scheduled walk. Social distancing and face masks are required for all attendees.
Meet in the parking lot located next to 209 Church Rd. Medford NJ. https://goo.gl/maps/51HbbxEd5CVePvgN6 Cost: Free, but donations to the Dr. James Still Historic Site are greatly appreciated. http://www.drjamesstillcenter.org/
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We will be birding Center City every Friday morning in May at 8:00am to enjoy peak songbird migration and to see the nesting Peregrine Falcons and Red-tailed Hawks.
4/30 Eakins Oval to Lloyd Hall meet at Rocky Statue
5/7 Rittenhouse meet at 18th and Walnut Street
5/14 Rail Park meet at 13th and Noble Entrance
5/21 Franklin Square and Independence Hall meet at 6th and Race
5/28 City Hall/ Love Park meet at City Hall, South Broad St side
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Come on out and enjoy spring migration at Awbury Arboretum. Awbury is a 55 acre privately owned arboretum in the Germantown section of Philadelphia. Over 150 species have been recorded at this little gem. The arboretum is a nice patch of green space in an area of dense housing and functions as a migrant trap attracting a great mix of birds and often giving excellent views of warblers and more. We will be starting out at 6:00 am and finishing by late morning. Parking at the arboretum is rather limited, so we will be meeting on Ardleigh Street directly opposite Awbury Recreation Center. There is ample street parking available in this location.
For questions or to cancel your attendance, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
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Take a stroll around this historic estate situated on the Delaware River where Poquessing Creek meets the river. The property is small but is great for migrants, ducks and gulls, and of course Bald Eagles.
Our birding backpacks (including binoculars and field guide) are currently only available for loan at Andorra, Logan and Richmond libraries due to the pandemic. For details regarding the lending process and other questions, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
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Please join us for a bird walk at this underappreciated park in NE Philly! It is peak spring migration and we are bound to see some warblers, thrushes and vireos!
We will meet at the Ramona Ave entrance (40.016572, -75.107705) and walk about 2-3 miles. Dress for weather.
Our birding backpacks (including binoculars and field guide) are currently only available for loan at Andorra, Logan and Richmond libraries due to the pandemic. For details regarding the lending process and other questions, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
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Join us to explore one of Philly’s Top 3 birding locations. This park has a few good birding areas including the lakes, woods and meadows of the old golf course. We will concentrate on areas that are productive each month. Due to consistent flooding in the park please be prepared for muddy and wet areas. Water-proof shoes or mud boots are recommended. Dress for weather.
Meet at the parking lot east of the gazebo (39.9034994, -75.1787725), not at the gazebo. In case the gates are closed, please park on 20th Street and walk to the meeting place.
Our birding backpacks (including binoculars and field guide) are currently only available for loan at Andorra, Logan and Richmond libraries due to the pandemic. For details regarding the lending process and other questions, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
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Free to all members and non-members
Please join us for a bird walk at one of Philly’s most underrated birding locations. It is peak spring migration and we are bound to see some warblers, thrushes and vireos!
The gate to the parking lot on Verree Road might not be open yet, but it is safe to park along the road. Please use the GPS coordinates as a guide.
The trip will be a mix of walking along the creek on the paved trail and on rugged hiking trails between Verree and Krewstown Roads.
Pennypack Park – Verree Road Parking Area (40.085197, -75.06179)
For questions, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
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We’ll search for migrant birds in the “Birdplace” of America, while discussing bird migration through Philadelphia, with information about BirdSafe Philly & Lights Out Philly programs.
Meet at the Commodore Barry Statue behind Independence Hall.
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Free to all members and non-members
Every Tuesday at 4pm during April and May, Patty Rehn will lead a bird walk through various habitats at the Rancocas Nature Center. All skill levels are welcome! Let’s see how many species of birds we can record in the two-month period. Possible sightings will include migrants and seasonal and year-round residents.
Register for the Rancocas Nature Center and DVOC (Delaware Valley Ornithological Club) joint walk by emailing info@rancocasnaturecenter.org. Limited to 15 participants. If the program is canceled due to weather, registrants will be notified by email. Social distancing and face masks are required for all attendees. Meet in the Nature Center parking lot. Cost: Free. The series continues on April 13, 20, 27 and May 4, 11, 18, and 25.
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Meet at Moredon Road Parking lot to take a quick walk around Lorimer Park trails (Montco) looking for new arrivals. We usually find Louisiana Waterthrush singing, many other warblers and passerines. We will loop Fox Chase Farm (Philly) looking for nesting Bluebirds, Cliff and Tree swallows along with other open field birds. Dog friendly for well behaved pooches. We will wrap up by 9 AM so that we can get back to work on time. Cancelled if raining.
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We will be birding Center City every Friday morning in May at 8:00am to enjoy peak songbird migration and to see the nesting Peregrine Falcons and Red-tailed Hawks.
4/30 Eakins Oval to Lloyd Hall meet at Rocky Statue
5/7 Rittenhouse meet at 18th and Walnut Street
5/14 Rail Park meet at 13th and Noble Entrance
5/21 Franklin Square and Independence Hall meet at 6th and Race
5/28 City Hall/ Love Park meet at City Hall, South Broad St side
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Please join us for a bird walk at this rarely-visited park in far NE Philly! It is the end of peak spring migration, but we should still see some warblers, thrushes and vireos.
Let’s meet at the end of McNulty Road (14400 McNulty Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19154). There is a dead end. Cars can be parked along the road. GPS for Google Maps: 40.107337, -74.972503.
Sturdy footwear is recommended as the ground can be wet and muddy. We will walk for 2-3 miles.
Our birding backpacks (including binoculars and field guide) are currently only available for loan at Andorra, Logan and Richmond libraries due to the pandemic. For details regarding the lending process and other questions, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
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We will explore “Brig” looking for shorebirds, gulls and other migrants by driving the wildlife loop. We will make stops along the drive where we have good views of shorebirds that use this WMA as a stopover on their way to breeding grounds in the north. This is a great time to see full breeding plumage of Dunlin, Sandpipers, Plovers and other birds. Bring a scope if you have one. We will share scopes if possible (according to CDC guidelines). Bug repellent, sunscreen, hat and sunshirt are a must. Bring plenty of water and snacks too.
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We’ll search for migrant birds in the “Birdplace” of America, while discussing bird migration through Philadelphia, with information about BirdSafe Philly & Lights Out Philly programs.
Meet at the Commodore Barry Statue behind Independence Hall.
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Free to all members and non-members
Every Tuesday at 4pm during April and May, Patty Rehn will lead a bird walk through various habitats at the Rancocas Nature Center. All skill levels are welcome! Let’s see how many species of birds we can record in the two-month period. Possible sightings will include migrants and seasonal and year-round residents.
Register for the Rancocas Nature Center and DVOC (Delaware Valley Ornithological Club) joint walk by emailing info@rancocasnaturecenter.org. Limited to 15 participants. If the program is canceled due to weather, registrants will be notified by email. Social distancing and face masks are required for all attendees. Meet in the Nature Center parking lot. Cost: Free. The series continues on April 13, 20, 27 and May 4, 11, 18, and 25.
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Meet at Moredon Road Parking lot to take a quick walk around Lorimer Park trails (Montco) looking for new arrivals. We usually find Louisiana Waterthrush singing, many other warblers and passerines. We will loop Fox Chase Farm (Philly) looking for nesting Bluebirds, Cliff and Tree swallows along with other open field birds. Dog friendly for well behaved pooches. We will wrap up by 9 AM so that we can get back to work on time. Cancelled if raining.
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We will be birding Center City every Friday morning in May at 8:00am to enjoy peak songbird migration and to see the nesting Peregrine Falcons and Red-tailed Hawks.
4/30 Eakins Oval to Lloyd Hall meet at Rocky Statue
5/7 Rittenhouse meet at 18th and Walnut Street
5/14 Rail Park meet at 13th and Noble Entrance
5/21 Franklin Square and Independence Hall meet at 6th and Race
5/28 City Hall/ Love Park meet at City Hall, South Broad St side
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