With migration winding down, and our tree foliage green and full, our feathered friends are a bit more covert, but there are still plenty of species to see and hear. We have a number of opportunities this summer to do some birding as Lycoming Audubon partners with several other organizations to offer events. We will also have a few events of our own over the summer months. And watch for Pop-Up Field Trips in the LAS-listserv. To be added to this, please email us at lycomingaudubon@gmail.com with listserve in the subject line.
**Loaner binoculars will be available for all LAS trips**
June
CANCELED - SUGAR VALLEY for Purple Martins (Saturday, June 7 at 6:30 p.m.)
SULLIVAN COUNTY - SUMMIT LOOP (Saturday, June 21 8AM):
This is the first of two collaborations with the Loyalsock Foundation in Sullivan County. We plan to explore a new 1 mile trail just outside Laporte, PA. There are over 70 acres adjacent to the Sullivan County School District that are being developed as a recreation area. Forested areas, rock ledges, and a bog will offered a variety of habitats to look and listen for birds. Directions: (GPS Address: Summit Loop, Laporte, PA) Take US Rt 220 to Laporte, and enter the borough us PA Rt 42. Travel through town on Main Street, the entrance to the area is off PA Rt 42 approximately 0.6 miles after the Sullivan County Courthouse. Watch for sign on the left side of road. Meet at the parking area at the end of the driveway. Leaders Bruce Buckle and Sara Street
RIDER PARK - Bluebird Trail (Tuesdays - June 24, July 1, July 15. 7:30AM). Rider Park has a well developed Bluebird Trail which includes 26 nest boxes. Join leaders Bruce Buckle and Fred Stiner as we walk the trail and investigate the boxes to see the next generation of bluebirds hatch and fledge. Meet in the parking area. Email bcbuckle60@gmail.com if you plan to attend in case weather alters our schedule.
July
BIRDERS AND BLOOMERS at Canfield Island. (Saturday, July 19, 10AM-Noon) This is a joint outing with the James V Brown Library. This event is targeted at newer birders who want to learn more about identifying common birds and wildflowers. This is a kid friendly event! We will gather at the pavilion near the parking area. Binoculars, bird field guides and experienced teachers will all be available to guide people on this slow paced, easy walk.
SUMMER PICNIC - Rider Park (Wednesday July 23 5:30-7:30). Bring a dish to share and meet Lycoming Audubon friends for an evening of fellowship and refreshment. Don’t forget your binoculars, there is bound to be some spontaneous birding too!
August
SULLIVAN COUNTY - SUMMIT LOOP (Thursday, Aug 14 6-8 PM) This is the second field trip in collaboration with the Loyalsock Foundation in Sullivan County. This evening walk will again explore the Summit Trail. There are over 70 acres adjacent to the Sullivan County School District that are being developed as a recreation area. Forested areas, rock ledges, and a bog will offered a variety of habitats to look and listen for birds. Directions: (GPS Address: Summit Loop, Laporte, PA) Take US Rt 220 to Laporte, and enter the borough us PA Rt 42. Travel through town on Main Street, the entrance to the area is off PA Rt 42 approximately 0.6 miles after the Sullivan County Courthouse. Watch for sign on the left side of road. Meet at the parking area at the end of the driveway. Leader: Sara Street