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Barnegat Light and Environs

Barnegat Lighthouse State Park Broadway, Barnegat Light, NJ, United States

Harlequins & other sea ducks; plus, loons and gannets. We'll visit some nearby bayside spots after birding the inlet for additional species. Early winter birding for Harlequin Ducks, eiders, and scoters. In some years seabird migration is still underway, and we may also see many gulls, loons and gannets. The beaches may host Horned Larks, Am. Pipits, and/or Snow Buntings. After birding the lighthouse/inlet area, we'll caravan to nearby bayside spots for more species. Bring binoculars, spotting scope if you have one, lunch, and dress warmly! Led by Scott Barnes & Carole Hughes. LOCATION: Meet in the main parking lot of Barnegat Lighthouse State Park. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED COST: $25 Members, $30 Non-members REGISTER HERE

Riker Hill and Becker Tract

Essex County Environmental Center Essex County Environmental Center, 621 Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland, NJ 07068, NJ, United States

Walk through old farm fields to discover overwintering field birds and hike along the ridge for great views and more birds. Walk through old farm fields to discover overwintering field birds and hike along the ridge for great views and more birds. Led by associate naturalist Dave Hall. Becker Farm dates back to 1880 when it was a farm. Over the years this farm added its famous railroad which entertained families for over 30 years. The now abandoned farm is a great place to spot grassland birds. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED COST: $15 members, $20 nonmembers. REGISTER HERE

Forsythe (Brigantine) NWR

Edwin B Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge Admin Building And Visitor Contact Station 800 Great Creek Road, Galloway, NJ, United States

Winter brings Tundra Swans and many other species of waterfowl at this great refuge. We’ll also search for raptors including Northern Harrier, Red-shouldered Hawk, and Bald Eagles. Some wintering songbirds may also be present. Bring binoculars, spotting scope if you have one, and dress warmly. This trip requires minimal walking and follows an eight-mile auto loop. Led by Mike Mandracchia and Hank Burk. Location: 800 Great Creek Road, Oceanville, Forsythe NWR at main lot by headquarters. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED COST: $25 Members, $30 Non-members REGISTER HERE

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NJ Young Birders Club-Barnegat Light and Environs

Barnegat Lighthouse State Park Broadway, Barnegat Light, NJ, United States

For young birders ages 11-17 plus parent/guardian. Winter birding in the shadow of "Old Barney," looking for Harlequin Ducks, eiders, and scoters. We may also see loons and gannets. After birding the lighthouse/inlet area, we'll caravan to nearby bayside spots for more species. Meet in the main parking lot of Barnegat Lighthouse State Park. Bring binoculars, spotting scope if you have one, lunch, and dress warmly! Led by Scott Barnes & Linda Mack. Pre-registration is required.  LOCATION: Meet in the main parking lot of Barnegat Lighthouse State Park. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED COST: FREE REGISTER HERE

North Shore Ponds & Inlets

Point Pleasant - Broadway Public Parking lot 3 Broadway, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ, United States

The "north shore" between Point Pleasant Beach and Belmar can make for great winter birding. We'll search the inlets, ponds, and oceanfront for a variety of ducks, loons, gulls, and more. In some years Razorbills or other rarer alcids may be present, and the tour can be good for "white-winged" gulls. Meet at the east end of Broadway in Point Pleasant Beach. Bring binoculars, spotting scope if you have one, and lunch. Dress warmly. This trip requires little walking. Led by Scott Barnes and Linda Mack. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED COST: $25 Members, $30 Non-members REGISTER HERE

Troy Meadows Birding Walk

Search the edges of the swamp for wintering birds. Be prepared for muddy or icy conditions. We will carpool to the trail head. Troy Meadows in Parsippany/East Hanover is an excellent place to encounter wintering birds of prey, marsh birds, and woodland species. Footing can be wet. Drive to the end of Troy Meadows Road and you will see a parking area to your left. Footing may be wet. Meet at the small parking area along Troy Meadow Rd, close to the gas pipeline crossing. Troy Meadow Road, Parsippany NJ 07054.  Led by David Hall. Location: Drive to the end of Troy Meadows Road. Meet at the small parking area along Troy Meadow Rd, close to the gas pipeline crossing. Troy Meadow Road, Parsippany NJ 07054. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED COST: $15 members, $20 nonmembers. REGISTER HERE

Forsythe (Brigantine) NWR

Edwin B Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge Admin Building And Visitor Contact Station 800 Great Creek Road, Galloway, NJ, United States

An afternoon and evening birding at one of the state's best birding spots. The varied habitats of Forsythe NWR assure a good variety of species from ducks to raptors and sparrows. This a good time of year for eagles, hawks, and other birds of prey. Easy birding around an 8-mile wildlife drive. Led by Mike Mandracchia and Hank Burk. Location: Meet at the main parking lot on the left-hand side by the bathrooms at 800 Great Creek Rd, Galloway NJ 08205. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED COST: $25 Members, $30 Non-members REGISTER HERE

Weequahic Park Bird Walk

Weequahic Park Meeker Avenue, Newark, NJ, United States

Winter birding for geese, ducks, and gulls around the lake. Easy walking trails and relaxed pace. Visit an Essex County oasis while searching for wintering ducks, gulls and passerine birds. All can be viewed along an easy trail around the lake. Enter at Meeker and Empire Streets, then bear left and continue to the large parking area on the south side of the lake. Led by Dave Hall, Associate Naturalist PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED COST: $15 members, $20 nonmembers. REGISTER HERE

Hatfield Swamp

Stop & Shop 875 Bloomfield Avenue, #West, West Caldwell, NJ, United States

We hope to find a variety of wintering birds in the wetland meadows and forests of this largely intact Essex County reservation. Explore varied habitats for a wide variety of birds including raptors, sparrows and more. Footing may be wet. Meet at Stop & Shop, 875 Bloomfield Avenue, West Caldwell, NJ 07006 and carpool from there to different parts of this large reservation. Led by Dave Hall, Associate Naturalist Location: Stop & Shop, 875 Bloomfield Avenue, West Caldwell, NJ  07006 PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED COST: $15 members, $20 nonmembers. REGISTER HERE

Mannington Marsh and Environs

Wawa Parking Lot - Woodstown NJ 896 NJ-45, Woodstown, NJ, United States

March brings a good mix of waterfowl, herons, egrets, some shorebirds & early songbirds to this productive and rural part of NJ. Mannington Marsh can hold a good variety of ducks, herons, and egrets, plus shorebirds. There are usually plenty of Bald Eagles around and a resident pair of Sandhill Cranes. Early spring migrants like swallows, kinglets, and sparrows may be present. We’ll also visit other nearby areas including Featherbed Lane.  Led by Scott Barnes, Linda Mack, and associate naturalists. LOCATION: Meets at the Wawa, located at 896 NJ-45, Woodstown NJ, 08098 PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED COST: $25 Members, $30 Non-members REGISTER HERE