Program Calendar

In our brand-new evening presentation, All About Hummingbirds, Bedford Audubon Board President John Hannan explores the fascinating world of these tiny yet extraordinary birds. Weighing barely more than a penny, hummingbirds captivate us with their metallic colors, aerial acrobatics, and pugnacious personalities. From hovering flight to lightning-fast wingbeats, these remarkable creatures are among the most unique birds in the Americas.

Together, we’ll learn about Ruby-throated Hummingbirds, the only hummingbird species native to the Northeast, while also exploring the dazzling diversity of hummingbirds found across North, Central, and South America. John will share fun and surprising facts about hummingbirds, as well as teach us about the proper placement and maintenance of hummingbird feeders, how to create a hummingbird-friendly garden, and native plant species that attract and support local hummingbirds throughout the season. Whether you’re a longtime bird enthusiast or simply curious about these jewel-like visitors, this workshop is sure to deepen your appreciation for one of nature’s most captivating birds.

Thursday, June 11, 6:30pm-7:30pm. Cost: Free to members, $10 non-members . Level of Difficulty: Easy. Please email Susan to register: info@bedfordaudubon.org. (Click HERE to pay the $10 non-member fee securely online)

Join us for a day of birding at two of New York's premier birding destinations: Bashakill Wildlife Management Area and Shawangunk Grasslands. Led by Naturalist Tait Johansson, we'll explore a remarkable variety of habitats, from marshlands to woodlands to expansive grasslands, in search of nesting birds and summer specialties. June is an excellent time to visit both sites, offering opportunities to observe a diverse array of species while enjoying some of the Hudson Valley's most productive birding hotspots.

Saturday, June 13, 7:30am-2:00pm. Cost: Free. Difficulty: Moderate. Please email Susan to register: info@bedfordaudubon.org.

Birding and Brunch is Back!

Once again, we will head north to the verdant hills andvalleys of northern Dutchess County in search of its local birdlife! We willseek out only the best birding destinations in the Millbrook area with Board President, John Hannan, to be co-led by BAS Board member,John Askildsen. We will look to visit forest, field, wetlands and a hemlockgorge, all before we break for a fabulous brunch at one of Dutchess County’smost popular eateries!   Our focus willbe primarily on forest dwellers such as grosbeaks, tanagers, flycatchers, and avariety of warblers, with a few really special bird species mixed in. We’llstop at a wetland or two, so herons, rails and more are certainly apossibility. And let’s not forget our field birds as well, such as meadowlarks,bobolinks, and kestrel, will be part of our goal for the day. This trip wasvery popular when we ran it in June, 2024. So, do make your reservations ASAP! 

Sunday, June 14^th, 2026,7AM-2PM. Cost: $50 to include brunch. Level of Difficulty: Easy-Moderate. Email Susan to reserve your spot: info@bedfordaudubon.org.

Home to a wide variety of migratory and year-round species, birding is an all-season activity in the Adirondacks! Between boreal birds, birds of prey, perching birds, and waterfowl, this area is a birding paradise. Tait Johansson, our naturalist-in-residence, will maximize your experience by leading you to a variety of habitats in search of some Adirondack specialties including Canada Warblers, Blackburnian Warblers, Mourning Warblers, Black-backed Woodpecker, Canada Jay, Boreal Chickadee, Bicknell’s Thrush, Ruffed Grouse, Philadelphia Vireo, Red Crossbill and so much more.

As with most of our trips, the exact itinerary for the weekend will be crafted closer to the departure date in order to optimize specific birding locations based on the most updated migration information. Possible locations in the area include Massawepie Mire, Tupper Lake, Bloomingdale’s Bog, Saranac Lake, Madawaska, Spring Pond Bog, Fort Edwards Grasslands and more.

The program fee for this trip is $165 (members); $200 (non-members and we’ll credit $35 toward an annual membership).  The fee does not include hotel, transportation, or meals, but does include:

   
• Tait’s expertise for full days of birding

   

• A jam-packed itinerary with all logistics worked out so you can focus on the main attraction – birds!

   

• A Welcome Reception on Friday evening that will include wine, cheese, and other refreshments

   

• Bonding over daily recaps and bird counts every evening

Want to join the trip or have questions? Please email Susan for more details including hotel recommendations, trip cancellation policy, and more.

*Note that registration is limited and our trips often fill up. Your registration is not confirmed until payment is received.

Home to a wide variety of migratory and year-round species, birding is an all-season activity in the Adirondacks! Between boreal birds, birds of prey, perching birds, and waterfowl, this area is a birding paradise. Tait Johansson, our naturalist-in-residence, will maximize your experience by leading you to a variety of habitats in search of some Adirondack specialties including Canada Warblers, Blackburnian Warblers, Mourning Warblers, Black-backed Woodpecker, Canada Jay, Boreal Chickadee, Bicknell’s Thrush, Ruffed Grouse, Philadelphia Vireo, Red Crossbill and so much more.

As with most of our trips, the exact itinerary for the weekend will be crafted closer to the departure date in order to optimize specific birding locations based on the most updated migration information. Possible locations in the area include Massawepie Mire, Tupper Lake, Bloomingdale’s Bog, Saranac Lake, Madawaska, Spring Pond Bog, Fort Edwards Grasslands and more.

The program fee for this trip is $165 (members); $200 (non-members and we’ll credit $35 toward an annual membership).  The fee does not include hotel, transportation, or meals, but does include:

   
• Tait’s expertise for full days of birding

   

• A jam-packed itinerary with all logistics worked out so you can focus on the main attraction – birds!

   

• A Welcome Reception on Friday evening that will include wine, cheese, and other refreshments

   

• Bonding over daily recaps and bird counts every evening

Want to join the trip or have questions? Please email Susan for more details including hotel recommendations, trip cancellation policy, and more.

*Note that registration is limited and our trips often fill up. Your registration is not confirmed until payment is received.

Home to a wide variety of migratory and year-round species, birding is an all-season activity in the Adirondacks! Between boreal birds, birds of prey, perching birds, and waterfowl, this area is a birding paradise. Tait Johansson, our naturalist-in-residence, will maximize your experience by leading you to a variety of habitats in search of some Adirondack specialties including Canada Warblers, Blackburnian Warblers, Mourning Warblers, Black-backed Woodpecker, Canada Jay, Boreal Chickadee, Bicknell’s Thrush, Ruffed Grouse, Philadelphia Vireo, Red Crossbill and so much more.

As with most of our trips, the exact itinerary for the weekend will be crafted closer to the departure date in order to optimize specific birding locations based on the most updated migration information. Possible locations in the area include Massawepie Mire, Tupper Lake, Bloomingdale’s Bog, Saranac Lake, Madawaska, Spring Pond Bog, Fort Edwards Grasslands and more.

The program fee for this trip is $165 (members); $200 (non-members and we’ll credit $35 toward an annual membership).  The fee does not include hotel, transportation, or meals, but does include:

   
• Tait’s expertise for full days of birding

   

• A jam-packed itinerary with all logistics worked out so you can focus on the main attraction – birds!

   

• A Welcome Reception on Friday evening that will include wine, cheese, and other refreshments

   

• Bonding over daily recaps and bird counts every evening

Want to join the trip or have questions? Please email Susan for more details including hotel recommendations, trip cancellation policy, and more.

*Note that registration is limited and our trips often fill up. Your registration is not confirmed until payment is received.

Home to a wide variety of migratory and year-round species, birding is an all-season activity in the Adirondacks! Between boreal birds, birds of prey, perching birds, and waterfowl, this area is a birding paradise. Tait Johansson, our naturalist-in-residence, will maximize your experience by leading you to a variety of habitats in search of some Adirondack specialties including Canada Warblers, Blackburnian Warblers, Mourning Warblers, Black-backed Woodpecker, Canada Jay, Boreal Chickadee, Bicknell’s Thrush, Ruffed Grouse, Philadelphia Vireo, Red Crossbill and so much more.

As with most of our trips, the exact itinerary for the weekend will be crafted closer to the departure date in order to optimize specific birding locations based on the most updated migration information. Possible locations in the area include Massawepie Mire, Tupper Lake, Bloomingdale’s Bog, Saranac Lake, Madawaska, Spring Pond Bog, Fort Edwards Grasslands and more.

The program fee for this trip is $165 (members); $200 (non-members and we’ll credit $35 toward an annual membership).  The fee does not include hotel, transportation, or meals, but does include:

   
• Tait’s expertise for full days of birding

   

• A jam-packed itinerary with all logistics worked out so you can focus on the main attraction – birds!

   

• A Welcome Reception on Friday evening that will include wine, cheese, and other refreshments

   

• Bonding over daily recaps and bird counts every evening

Want to join the trip or have questions? Please email Susan for more details including hotel recommendations, trip cancellation policy, and more.

*Note that registration is limited and our trips often fill up. Your registration is not confirmed until payment is received.