Monthly Archives: June 2015

This morning I got out to the Bashakill before the rain, however, I didn’t get out of the Bashakill before the rain. That said, I did a census of the marsh birds via kayak for about 2 1/2 hours. I … Continue reading →

Its been about a week since I’ve had a chance to bird at the Bashakill. Actually, I was glad to check out some new spots and take care of some overdue chores. This afternoon, I finally went by Haven Road … Continue reading →

This morning I had no time to bird, so I spent a little time watching my yard birds. I really enjoy watching the woodpeckers as they teach their young where to find a good meal. The only food I provide … Continue reading →

Having enjoyed yesterday so much, I couldn’t resist a try at the Cold Spring Access for Neversink Gorge today. It was another great hike with some unexpected highlights. First, the number of Hooded Warblers was impressive. I had ten male … Continue reading →

This morning I took a look at the forecast for the next three days and decided I’d better do something today. I headed over to the Wolf Brook Multiple Use Area and the Neversink Gorge. I always like to start … Continue reading →

Today, Bill Fiero and I headed to Jamaica Bay on Long Island to try for some new year birds. We had a great day in spite of the heat. We had many interesting birds. Highlights included Black-crowned and Yellow-crowned Night-herons, … Continue reading →

This guy just came through the yard, checking everything out as he went. This is the seventh bear in the yard in the last two weeks! At least I’m not feeding the birds this year, so little damage is being … Continue reading →

This morning I headed out around the county hoping I might spot something new or unusual. I had some nice birds in several spots, but the birds of the day were Spotted Sandpipers. I have never seen a Spotted Sandpiper … Continue reading →

On Sunday 6/21/15, a local birder found a singing male BLUE GROSBEAK on Liberty Lane off Oil City Road in the Wallkill National Wildlife Refuge. Though it couldn’t be relocated later in the day by birders searching, I headed over … Continue reading →

In response to yesterdays reports of 8 species of terns at Cupsogue County Park, Suffolk County, I couldn’t resist heading out there this morning to try for them. The Sandwich Tern was my main target, I didn’t get it. That … Continue reading →