Come join Iroquois Observations (Buffalo Audubon members) at the Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge this Saturday, March 28, from 1 pm to 4 pm for an Eagle Watch. Spotting scopes will be set up at the Cayuga Overlook platform on Route 77 outside of Alabama. A Bald Eagle nest is visible from the overlook. The adult eagles are usually in the area or sitting on the nest. Other birds that may also be there include a variety of ducks (Pintail, American Wigeon, Ring-Neck, Bufflehead), American Coots, Great Blue Herons, and possibly Tundra Swans.
Owl Prowl! Join us for an after dark exploration for owls on the prowl on March 28 from 7:30 to 9:30 pm. Be prepared for on and off-road walking. You may need to caravan to another site(s) at the leader's discretion. Bring a flashlight. New this year, due to the popularity of this activity, pre-registration is required so that enough leaders can be scheduled. Call the Refuge Headquarters to pre-register at 585-948-5445. We will be meeting at the Refuge Headquarters 1101 Casey Road.
Iroquois Observations holds FREE nature programs at the Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge starting March 28 through May 9, 2009. These are family friendly programs. Come prepared for the weather. For a complete schedule go to http://www.buffaloaudubon.com/ioschedule.htm or http://www.fws.gov/northeast/iroquois/Iroquois%20Observations.html
Interested in volunteering? You don’t have to be an expert on birds to join. You are invited to attend a Volunteer Information meeting on Saturday March 28th, 10:00am at Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge Headquarters, 1101 Casey Road, Alabama, New York 14013. We will explain in detail what our programs are all about as well as answer any questions you may have. Refreshments will be served.
