Since the founding of our club in 1890, the first meeting of every year has been the “Members’ Meeting.” The meeting will feature the Annual Election of Officers and Council members, election of Fellows and Honorary Members, reports by the Treasurer and by the Trustees, and other matters of interest. Bert Filemyr will present another …
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Over the past 5 years, the Champions of the Flyway competition in Eilat, Israel has been an exemplary example of the power of birders in the realm of conservation. Every March, teams from around the world descend on the Negev Desert for a 24-hour race to try to see as many species as possible in …
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While you can't really see Russia from any point in Alaska, St. Paul Island is pretty close. Located in the Bering Sea, this island is a destination for birders who want to see birds that are blown over from Russia and other parts of Europe and Asia. We will learn about the bird species that …
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Biological diversity thrives in true wildernesses, but our own species’ impact is pressing hard on these remaining natural regions. More and more we have to ask ourselves whether some human-created areas can support at least a valuable fraction of earth’s biota. Urban wildlands and abandoned brownfields might be examples of such “second hand” nature. By …
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Lisa Potash, a NJ mom and bird watcher, will present her “Owl in the Box” observations of Eastern Screech Owls. Since 2014 Screech Owls have been a part of the back yard and front yard owl boxes. Watching through the windows and porch of her suburban home, Lisa has gained insight into the habits of …
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Cindy Ahern’s journey began with a visit from a Ruby-throated Hummingbird, resulting in the transformation of her yard into a full-fledged bird habitat! Along with the hummingbirds, her typical suburban property has a list of 129 other bird species! Ahern will share tales of successes, drawbacks, and surprises along the way, with suggestions for attracting …
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Academy of Natural Sciences has a great collection of specimens. Jason Weckstein, DVOC member and Associate Ornithology Curator at the Academy of Natural Sciences, will give us a short presentation on three recent National Science Foundation funded expeditions to Amazonian Brazil and will bring out specimens from these expeditions for show and tell. These are …
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Southeastern Arizona is a birder's paradise! On his first-ever trip to this region, BQ and friends made the most of their time exploring as many hotspots as they could fit into five days. Through photography and digiscoping, they were able to observe many of the species that make Arizona a premier birding destination in the …
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"In Andy’s position as a senior application engineer at Cellular Tracking Technologies (CTT) he combines his background in ornithology with his love of technology and appreciation for geography, in order to help wildlife researchers and organizations around the world obtain the scientific information they need. CTT specializes in “Internet-of-Things” wildlife telemetry devices for worldwide data …
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Kevin Karlson and Pete Dunne generously agreed to present their visually stunning Bird of Prey program that they presented at the DVOC Annual Banquet in November for those members (and non-members) who could not attend due to the snowstorm. The program reflects the mood and content of a new book (Birds of Prey) by Pete …
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How did the Turkey Vulture get its red head? Which bird did the Ancient Mayan creator god transform into in order to bring messages to people? Which bird eggs have magical powers among the Chontal Maya of Tabasco, Mexico? What bird warns Lacandon Maya farmers if a dangerous snake may be nearby? What messages do …
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The DVOC Birder’s Picnic has been an annual event for many years, some more official than others. Anita and Paul Guris are hosting again this year at their fabulous property in Green Lane PA. We’ll provide Beer, Iced Tea, Lemonade, and Mixed Punch, Ice. Ice Cream too! We will also provide paper products and condiments. …
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In 2018, Barb Bassett spent ten days in Ecuador, mostly in the Galápagos Islands aboard the M/V Evolution on a Victor Emanuel Nature Tour. The Galápagos Islands are truly one of the most unique places on earth. Lying 600 miles off mainland Ecuador, the remoteness of the islands has given life here the chance to …
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Regardless of its small size Israel has one of the highest diversity of birds and wildlife in the world. Israel forms the land bridge between Europe, Asia and Africa and twice a year millions of migrants pass through the country. Join us and hear about the birds, nature and wildlife of Israel and the conservation …
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Israel is well known as one of the best places in the world to witness and truly experience bird migration. Millions of migrants from hundreds of species pass through Israel twice a year, making it one of the world's busiest and most impressive flyways. Join us and hear about the amazing birds of Israel and …
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Professor Marc Schmidt will describe work in his laboratory that uses songbirds to study the neural bases of vocal production and sensorimotor integration. Courtship is complex and is influenced by many factors including social context, hormone levels, and environmental stimuli. The specific neural circuits that underlie the regulation of this suite of behaviors is poorly …
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The Salton Sea is California’s largest inland body of water and has become a prime birding spot in southern California, despite some very unusual conditions there. The ‘Sea’ is 235 feet below sea level and about 10 times as salty as the ocean. It was created in the 1905 when a 40-mile canal used to …
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Larry Niles will present the latest information on Red Knot conservation efforts. He will also present information on ways that citizen science can help this endangered species.
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Birds in Winter is the first book devoted to the ecology and behavior of birds during the most challenging season of the year, when every bird’s focus is on survival. Winter may for many birds have had the greatest influence on their evolution and adaptations, from anatomy to migration. Winter affects not only the birds …
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Join us for the annual Members' Photo Night. Each year, members submit photos is several categories - Birds, Fauna, Flora, Scenery, Birders and new this year, bird photos taken within the DVOC area. Hosted by Linda Widdop, the show promises to visually be stunning and result in prizes awarded in each category. Judges use criteria …
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