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SPECIAL PROGRAM
In Search of the Old Ones:
An Odyssey among Ancient Trees
Author Anthony D. Fredericks
Thursday, November 9, 2023, 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
The Upper Dublin Public Library and the Wyncote Audubon Society welcome the award-winning author who will discuss his fascinating adventures across the U.S. uncovering the remarkable secrets & lives of ancient trees. PLUS! Book sale & signing is in partnership with Reads & Company Bookshop. Anthony D. Fredericks is Professor Emeritus of Education at York College of PA. He has published more than 180 adult nonfiction and children’s books. An educator for nearly 50 years, he has taught science workshops, made natural history presentations, and led field trips throughout North America. Preregistration is requested for this program through the library.
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NOVEMBER MONTHLY PROGRAM
Wild Philly: the Extraordinary Nature of Our Backyard
Mike Weilbacher
Friday, November 17, 2023, 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
America’s sixth largest city is home to an amazing abundance of surprising wildlife: the peregrine falcon, the fastest animal on earth; the coyote, a recent immigrant to Wild Philly; the beaver, once vanished and now making an astonishing comeback; and more. In an illustrated lecture presented by naturalist Mike Weilbacher, author of the new book Wild Philly, you’ll meet some of the region’s featured creatures plus the best places to walk to meet the full diversity of Philadelphia wildlife. Mike shares the natural, cultural, and even geological history of the region, presents a new vision for how the Lenape lived on the land, and even addresses climate change, our most pressing issue. In addition, he’ll answer your questions about nature in the region. It’s the perfect companion to Mike’s book, which will be sold after the lecture-- and makes a great holiday present for your family’s nature lovers.
Writer-naturalist Mike Weilbacher is an environmental educator with 40 years of experience teaching through lectures, walks, newspaper essays, theatrical performances, and radio. Timber Press has released his first book, Wild Philly. It features 29 nature walks you and your family can take in the region, plus tons of additional information about nature and the environment.
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SAVE THE DATE!
WYNCOTE AUDUBON ANNUAL LUNCHEON
Sunday, December 3, 2023
Noon to 3:00 PM
North Hills Country Club
Station Avenue, North Hills, PA 19038
We look forward to returning to the large banquet hall at the North Hills Country Club for this annual event. This will be an opportunity for our members and friends to gather and celebrate our work and accomplishments. Dr. Joseph M. Wunderle, former President of Bird Caribbean, will present a program on Caribbean Bird Conservation and the challenges to protection. Dr. John Kricher will join us to present our John Dornan Conservation Award to Dr. Wunderle in recognition of his career as an ornithologist and conservation leadership!
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FIELD TRIPS
Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge
Saturday, December 2, 2023, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Field Trip Leaders: Leigh Altadonna, John Kricher, and Joe Wunderle!
Meet at the Visitors Center for our annual fall field trip to “Brigantine!” We will do some birding around the trails located near the Visitors’ Center. We will then drive the loop around the refuge with frequent stops as needed for birding. If time permits, we will travel to the north end of Brigantine Island if there are birding opportunities that make this extension worthwhile. Bring lunch, beverages and snacks and will plan to eat as we go. Dress for the weather. Please register for this trip so we can communicate any last minute changes to the trip.
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BIRD TOWN PENNSYLVANIA BIRDWALKS
All are welcome to participate, including new birders and experienced birders alike. Bring binoculars if you have them; wear comfortable footwear and clothing. Come see some of the fall migrants that Continue to pass through our area. There also is a chance to see some of our early returning winter resident bird species. No preregistration is required.
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ABINGTON BIRD TOWN BIRD WALK
Tuesday, November 14, 2023, 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Lorimer Park
Join Jennifer Sherwood, for this monthly bird walk at Lorimer Park. We will walk portions of the Pennypack Trail and trails in Lorimer Park, an official Audubon IBA (Important Bird Area). These walks are being sponsored by the Abington Bird Town, and the Abington Environmental Advisory Council, and supported by the Wyncote Audubon Society. Directions: Meet at Lorimer Park, 183 Moredon Rd, Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006
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CHELTENHAM BIRD TOWN BIRD WALK
Saturday, November 18, 2023, 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
High School Park
Join Judith Gratz for this monthly bird walk to explore some of the birding opportunities in Cheltenham Bird Town. The Cheltenham Bird Town, Tookany/Tacony Frankford Watershed Partnership, Friends of High School Park, and the Wyncote Audubon Society support these bird walks. Directions: Meet at High School Park located at Montgomery Avenue and High School Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027.
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LOWER GWYNEDD BIRD TOWN BIRD WALK
Sunday, November 5, 2023, 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Treweryn Farms Trail, Lower Gwynedd Township, PA 19002
Join Steven Saffier, Lower Gwynedd EAC member on this walk through the woods and around Lower Gwynedd’s hidden gem…the reservoir and Treweryn creek. Waterfowl are possible, but the park is better known for woodpeckers, raptors, and songbirds. Meet in the parking lot at 1340 Sumneytown Pike, Lower Gywnedd (GPS: Ambler). Please RSVP to contactus@lowergwynedd.org
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ADVOCACY MINUTE!
The Friends of Heinz Refuge (FOHR) are requesting the support of the many individuals, organizations, and friends who visit the refuge and enjoy the birds, wildlife and the varied habitats to which the refuge is a home.
They are proposing that a 125-acre parcel of city owned land in the Eastwick section of Philadelphia be sold or transferred to the Refuge. This property would be used to foster the development of additional wetlands as a natural means to help minimize the threats of flooding in Eastwick. The Army Corps of Engineers has proposed building a levee to “control” flood threats. Many of environmental partners understand that engineered solutions, like levees, cannot achieve the same ongoing natural solutions provided by the functions of wetlands.
Please consider providing your opinion of the FOHR proposal. Go to:
https://www.leaveittonature.org/?fbclid=IwAR2eGG3Edsn74O_0LjiUNZJj0xx0TVIZniJmpRf94nc5gOSu3ssD8qfcW8k
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Stay Safe and Well!
YOU ARE WHAT HOPE LOOKS LIKE TO A BIRD!
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