February Nature Almanac: What to Look for
February Nature Almanac
By Tait Johansson, Naturalist
1 Look for the small, paired tracks of Mink by streams, ponds, and lakes, often leading onto the ice or into the water.
12 As the days lengthen, on sunny mornings listen for an increase in singing from our winter birds such as chickadees, titmice, Carolina Wrens, and cardinals.
15 Red Maple flower buds now swelling in preparation for bloom, bringing a subtle reddish tinge to our wooded swamps.
20 Bald Eagles likely to be already incubating eggs in their massive stick nests along the Hudson and near local reservoirs.
25 Male Red-winged Blackbirds now returning to set up territories in anticipation of the arrival of females.
Annual Meeting and Public Lecture: Steve the “Wildman” Brill on Foraging in Westchester
Have you ever wondered if what you’ve seen growing outside is safe to eat? Come to a fun lecture to learn all about foraging!
May Environmental Education: What to Do
Let Bedford Audubon help you see the wonders of spring migration!
Bylane Book Club: A Guide to the Birds of East Africa
Stay connected with nature by discussing a lighthearted novel about birding and a wager to win the right to call a woman for a date (Kirkus Reviews).
Lecture: Elizabeth Stein on Planting for Birds and Pollinators
This April, BAS Board Member Elizabeth Stein will talk about how to incorporate natives into your gardens to attract more birds and pollinators.
April Environmental Education: Bird Walks, Nature Hikes, Lectures
There’s a lot to watch for in nature as the spring weather warms up!
Lecture: A Special Night with David J. Ringer
This March, hear about how Audubon is engaging nationally + connecting locally to be the voice for birds.
Spring Seed Sale Shop is Open!
Spring is a great time to feed the birds! They can use your help this late winter into early spring when natural seed sources are depleted, and for energy during migration and breeding season. Orders must be placed by March 15th. Join your neighbors in...
March Environmental Education: What to Do
Look no further for nature walks, lectures and bird seed this month!
SPECIAL EVENT: Paint Night
Get a head-start on spring this March by coming to Bedford Audubon’s Paint Night!
CITIZEN SCIENCE: The Great Backyard Bird Count
This February, participate in Citizen Science by participating in The Great Backyard Bird Count – you can even count from inside your warm house!
Have questions? Contact us: info@bedfordaudubon.org
