The Ocean State Bird Club follows the ABA Code of Ethic and encourages all its members to do the same. To learn more about the code of ethics, please click here.
Saturday September 7 & Sunday September 8, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
Audubon Society of Rhode Island's Raptor Weekend
Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium, Bristol
Eagles, Owls, Hawks, and Falcons, formidable and magnificent predators of the sky, are headed to Bristol, Rhode Island. Razor-sharp talons, extraordinary strength, hooked beaks and highly developed eyesight and hearing make raptors the rulers of the avian world. This September they will be descending on the Audubon Society of Rhode Island’s Nature Center and Aquarium in Bristol, Rhode Island for Raptor Weekend 2019.
Wildlife rehabilitators and experts from across the Northeast will bring a wide variety of these extraordinary birds to the largest raptor celebration in New England. Enjoy live flight demonstrations, educational programs, and activities for bird enthusiasts of all ages. Audubon presents a unique opportunity for visitors to get up-close with many species and learn about amazing birds of prey in this fun, family-friendly weekend event.
General Admission: click here to purchase tickets!
Adult: $13/member, $16/non-member
Child (ages 4 - 12): $9/member, $11/non-member
Children under age 3 are free
Saturday September 14, 6:30 AM-4:30 PM
Norman Bird Sanctuary Fall Migration Ecotour
Various Locations Around Southern New England
Join Norman Bird Sanctuary for an engaging Fall Migration Ecotour! NBS naturalists will be monitoring migration reports to focus in on a productive day of autumn birding at its best. This is a beautiful time of year to see waves of migrating birds as they make their way down the Atlantic flyway. Experienced and beginner birders alike are welcome on an itinerary designed to hit several birding hotspots and a variety of habitats. Be on the lookout for raptors, shorebirds, and droves of swallows among other species. Please dress for the weather, and bring a bag lunch and reusable water bottle. Snacks and water refills are provided.
Other Information: Pre-registration is required (click here to register). more information can be found at https://www.normanbirdsanctuary.org/ecotours
Sunday September 22, 8:00 AM
Bird Walk at Rocky Point State Park
Warwick
Established in 2014 as a scenic walking path and open space, the 120 acre site of the former Rocky Point Amusement Park is Rhode Island's newest coastal state park. The open fields and scrub thickets are excellent places to search for migrating song birds including sparrows, warblers, and vireos, it's no wonder this site has quickly become one of the top hot spots in Kent County.
Parking: we will meet at the large parking lot at the corner of Rocky Point Ave and Palmer Ave. (click here for google maps directions)
Leader: Matt Schenck (mschenckee@gmail.com)
Saturday September 28, 8:00 am morning trip
Bird Walk at Kempenaar Valley
Middletown
Nestled behind a busy shopping plaza lies approxamently 40 acres of mixed habitat protected by Aquidneck Land Trust and the Town of Middletown. Islands of habitat surrounded by development such as this one are the perfect place to look for migrants. The recent addition of a trail system, and a healthy helping of grassland make this a must stop sparrow spot.
Parking: Parking is located directly behind CVS on O'Neil blvd (click here for google maps directions)
Leader: Louise Ruggeri
Audubon Society of Rhode Island's Raptor Weekend
Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium, Bristol
Eagles, Owls, Hawks, and Falcons, formidable and magnificent predators of the sky, are headed to Bristol, Rhode Island. Razor-sharp talons, extraordinary strength, hooked beaks and highly developed eyesight and hearing make raptors the rulers of the avian world. This September they will be descending on the Audubon Society of Rhode Island’s Nature Center and Aquarium in Bristol, Rhode Island for Raptor Weekend 2019.
Wildlife rehabilitators and experts from across the Northeast will bring a wide variety of these extraordinary birds to the largest raptor celebration in New England. Enjoy live flight demonstrations, educational programs, and activities for bird enthusiasts of all ages. Audubon presents a unique opportunity for visitors to get up-close with many species and learn about amazing birds of prey in this fun, family-friendly weekend event.
General Admission: click here to purchase tickets!
Adult: $13/member, $16/non-member
Child (ages 4 - 12): $9/member, $11/non-member
Children under age 3 are free
Saturday September 14, 6:30 AM-4:30 PM
Norman Bird Sanctuary Fall Migration Ecotour
Various Locations Around Southern New England
Join Norman Bird Sanctuary for an engaging Fall Migration Ecotour! NBS naturalists will be monitoring migration reports to focus in on a productive day of autumn birding at its best. This is a beautiful time of year to see waves of migrating birds as they make their way down the Atlantic flyway. Experienced and beginner birders alike are welcome on an itinerary designed to hit several birding hotspots and a variety of habitats. Be on the lookout for raptors, shorebirds, and droves of swallows among other species. Please dress for the weather, and bring a bag lunch and reusable water bottle. Snacks and water refills are provided.
Other Information: Pre-registration is required (click here to register). more information can be found at https://www.normanbirdsanctuary.org/ecotours
Sunday September 22, 8:00 AM
Bird Walk at Rocky Point State Park
Warwick
Established in 2014 as a scenic walking path and open space, the 120 acre site of the former Rocky Point Amusement Park is Rhode Island's newest coastal state park. The open fields and scrub thickets are excellent places to search for migrating song birds including sparrows, warblers, and vireos, it's no wonder this site has quickly become one of the top hot spots in Kent County.
Parking: we will meet at the large parking lot at the corner of Rocky Point Ave and Palmer Ave. (click here for google maps directions)
Leader: Matt Schenck (mschenckee@gmail.com)
Saturday September 28, 8:00 am morning trip
Bird Walk at Kempenaar Valley
Middletown
Nestled behind a busy shopping plaza lies approxamently 40 acres of mixed habitat protected by Aquidneck Land Trust and the Town of Middletown. Islands of habitat surrounded by development such as this one are the perfect place to look for migrants. The recent addition of a trail system, and a healthy helping of grassland make this a must stop sparrow spot.
Parking: Parking is located directly behind CVS on O'Neil blvd (click here for google maps directions)
Leader: Louise Ruggeri