Join us in search of Harlequin Ducks, Common and Red-throated Loons, Common and Red-breasted Mergansers, Purple Sandpipers, Snow Buntings, and more.
Join the Monmouth County Audubon Society for a brisk February walk in search of winter birds and other creatures!
Join MCAS for an evening at Big Brook Park to observe the ritual/display flight of the American Woodcock.
The lure of Sandy Hook isn't just the birds. Sandy Hook is a peaceful, beautiful natural area with a variety of interesting habitats to explore. Spring is one of the best times to visit, because of the abundance of birds and wildlife. Falcons such as the American Kestrel and Peregrine Falcon migrate north along the coast. The songbirds begin arriving in late March, along with the Osprey (listed as threatened by the NJ Department of Environmental Protection) and the federally threatened Piping Plover.
The trip is open to both members and non-members of the Monmouth County Audubon Society, and participation is free. Advance registration is not required. Participants should dress appropriately for chilly temperatures, which are common along the coast at this time of year. Binoculars are essential, and a field guide is helpful. Pets are not permitted.
Explore Sandy hook to see what winter birds we find, meet at parking Lot B at 10am
We will explore and bird Richard W. DeKorte Park in Bergen County, meet at 1 DeKorte Park, Lyndhurst, NJ 07071 at 10AM.
DeKorte Park features 3.5 miles of walking paths, panoramic views of wetlands and waterways, and birds galore, all framed by the New York City skyline. The park, which was once slated to be a landfill, is the focal point of NJSEA activities. Birders and nature lovers frequent its trails and educators from the park’s Science Center lead hands-on environmental education classes for school groups. The park is also home to the NJSEA’s administrative offices.
A series of colorful, interpretive signs highlight the park’s resources and the wildlife that inhabit its tidal waters, marshes, and uplands. These informational signs provide visitors with an understanding and appreciation of the Meadowlands’ unique and diverse urban eco-system.
DeKorte Park, like the entire Meadowlands District, is located along the Atlantic Flyway, one of three major routes used by migratory birds in North America. More than 285 species of birds have been identified in the Meadowlands, including many on the State threatened, endangered and species of special concern lists. DeKorte Park has been nationally recognized by Birder’s World magazine as a birding hotspot. Birders can be seen throughout the year with their binoculars and spotting scopes looking for Egrets, Osprey, hawks and falcons.
Our field trip will be explore the Great Swamp starting at 10am meeting at 220 Long Hill Rd, Gillette, NJ 07933. Wildlife Observation Center
Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge is located only 26 miles west of New York City’s Times Square. It is a 12-square-mile natural oasis in an area that is mostly suburban, making the refuge an outstanding area for migrating waterfowl to stop, rest and feed on their migration. Points of interest include the Helen Fenske Visitor Center (currently open on Tuesdays and Saturdays from 11AM-3PM and on Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays from 10AM-4PM), Wildlife Observation Center, Overlook Parking Area, and over eight miles of trails in the Wilderness area.
SANDY HOOK GATEWAY NATIONAL RECREATION AREA — Spend an evening on Sandy Hook with the Monmouth County Audubon Society.
Join the Monmouth County Audubon Society for a summer evening bird walk to look for nesters and shorebirds on Sandy Hook. The event will take place on Thursday, Aug 22 starting at 6:00 p.m. The trip will be led by members of the Monmouth County Audubon Society who are familiar with Sandy Hook and its birds.
We never know what we will discover on these summer walks – herons, shorebirds, Ospreys and gulls are all regulars.
We will hike the Fisherman’s Trail to ocean for nesting Osprey, Piping Plover, American Oystercatcher and terns. The trip is open to both members and non-members of the Monmouth County Audubon Society, and participation is free. Advance registration is required.
Participants should bring binoculars and field guides and should dress appropriately for the weather, including clothing suitable for rain if the forecast is questionable. Insect repellent also is recommended. The walk will take place light rain or shine. Pets are not permitted.
SANDY HOOK GATEWAY NATIONAL RECREATION AREA — Spend an evening on Sandy Hook with the Monmouth County Audubon Society.
Join the Monmouth County Audubon Society for a summer evening bird walk to look for nesters and shorebirds on Sandy Hook. The event will take place on Thursday, July `11 starting at 6:00 p.m. The trip will be led by members of the Monmouth County Audubon Society who are familiar with Sandy Hook and its birds.
We never know what we will discover on these summer walks – herons, shorebirds, Ospreys and gulls are all regulars.
We will hike the Fisherman’s Trail to ocean for nesting Osprey, Piping Plover, American Oystercatcher and terns. The trip is open to both members and non-members of the Monmouth County Audubon Society, and participation is free. Advance registration is required.
Participants should bring binoculars and field guides and should dress appropriately for the weather, including clothing suitable for rain if the forecast is questionable. Insect repellent also is recommended. The walk will take place light rain or shine. Pets are not permitted.
Join us in search of as many species of birds as we can find during Spring Migration!
SATURDAY, May 4, 2024
Stop by anytime between 7AM - 2PM
Spermaceti Cove, Sandy Hook
* No registration necessary, stay as long as you like.
The lure of Sandy Hook isn't just the birds. Sandy Hook is a peaceful, beautiful natural area with a variety of interesting habitats to explore. Spring is one of the best times to visit, because of the abundance of birds and wildlife. Falcons such as the American Kestrel and Peregrine Falcon migrate north along the coast. The songbirds begin arriving in late March, along with the Osprey (listed as threatened by the NJ Department of Environmental Protection) and the federally threatened Piping Plover.
The trip is open to both members and non-members of the Monmouth County Audubon Society, and participation is free. Advance registration is not required. Participants should dress appropriately for chilly temperatures, which are common along the coast at this time of year. Binoculars are essential, and a field guide is helpful. Pets are not permitted.
Good evening, we have been monitoring the weather forecast for Saturday's walk, and it does not appear to be improving, with high chance of rain and wind. Sunday's forecast is for high winds, which will prevent the birds from displaying as well.
As such, we have made the difficult decision to CANCEL the filed trip at this time.
We apologize for any inconvenience.
MCAS Field Trips
Join us at Sandy Hook for a brisk February walk in search of winter birds and other creatures!
Join us in search of Harlequin Ducks, Common and Red-throated Loons, Common and Red-breasted Mergansers, Purple Sandpipers, Snow Buntings, and more.
Enjoy a fall morning walk at Sandy Hook in search of late fall migrants and hawks.
For more info and to register, visit:
Join us in search of as many species of birds as we can find…
Sunday Oct 15, 2023
Stop by anytime between 8AM - 5PM
Spermaceti Cove, Sandy Hook
* No registration necessary, stay as long as you like.
Join us at Tatum Park in Middletown, NJ in search of different butterfly species. Additionally, biird migration will be underway.
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mcas-butterfly-and-bird-walk-at-tatum-park-tickets-715753316437?aff=oddtdtcreator
Hike the Fisherman’s Trail to ocean for nesting Osprey, Piping Plover, American Oystercatcher and terns.
Hike the Fisherman’s Trail to ocean for nesting Osprey, Piping Plover, American Oystercatcher and terns.
Scan Spermaceti Cove Boardwalk for nesting osprey, terns, herons, and egrets.
It's back!! Join us for a migration walk at Allaire SP in search of Warblers and other migrant passerines!
For more info and to register, please visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mcas-may-2023-field-trip-allaire-state-park-tickets-440128545327
Join this two-hour walk to look for osprey, herons, egrets and arriving spring migrants. Remember to bring binoculars.
For more info and to register, visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mcas-april-2023-field-trip-sandy-hook-tickets-440123580477
Join MCAS for an evening at Big Brook Park Saturday, March 11, 2022 to observe the ritual/display flight of the American Woodcock.
For more info and to register, visit here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mcas-march-field-trip-big-brook-timber-doodle-walk-tickets-440119337787
Join us at Sandy Hook for a brisk February walk in search of winter birds!
For more info or to register, visit here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mcas-feb-2023-field-trip-sandy-hook-tickets-440114001827
Shake off the winter doldrums and join us for a winter bird walk at Manasquan Reservoir!
MEET AT THE ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER 331 Georgia Tavern Rd, Howell Township, NJ 07731
For more info and to register, visit here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mcas-jan-2023-field-trip-manasquan-reservoir-tickets-440112818287
Join our 2-hour walk in search of birds migrating south to winter along our coast. We will look for waterfowl, hawks, sparrows and more!
For more info and to register, visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mcas-dec-2022-field-trip-sandy-hook-tickets-440101394117
Enjoy a Sunday morning fall walk at Sandy Hook in search of late fall migrants and hawks.
For more info and to register, visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mcas-november-field-trip-sandy-hook-tickets-440097683017
Monmouth County Audubon October Bird Walk at Sandy Hook
Join our 2-hour walk in search of birds migrating south along the coast to their wintering grounds. We will look for waterfowl, hawks and passerines.
Meeting Location: Old visitor center parking lot between D and E lots
Expect to walk 2 miles & bring binoculars
To register, select the “Register” button below. Spaces are limited, and free!
Hike the Fisherman’s Trail to ocean for Piping Plover and shorebirds migrating south from northern breeding grounds.
2 miles, free
Please preregister HERE.
Masks or face coverings are optional per current COVID19 recommendations for outdoor activities. Bring binoculars, water and bug spray.
Hike the Fisherman’s Trail to ocean for nesting Osprey, Piping Plover, American Oystercatcher and terns.
2 miles, free
Please preregister HERE.
Masks or face coverings are optional per current COVID19 recommendations for outdoor activities. Bring binoculars and water.
Scan from Spermaceti Cove boardwalk for nesting Osprey, terns, herons and egrets.
Please preregister HERE.
Masks or face coverings are optional per current COVID19 recommendations for outdoor activities. Bring binoculars, water and bug spray.
Join us at Thompson Park for warblers and other spring migrants. Meet at Old Orchard picnic lot/ shelter. Rob Fanning will be leading the event.
Please preregister via email to monmouthaudubon@gmail.com Masks or face coverings are optional per current COVID19 recommendations for outdoor activities. Bring binoculars, water and bug spray.
