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Becker Farm Birding Meander

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

Explore both field and forest while enjoying beautiful vistas of the Passaic River Valley. This is the right time to discover late breeding birds like American Goldfinch plus early “fall” migrants and dispersing young birds that are not quite sure where they belong after their parents have left. 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. Location: Meet at Essex County Environmental Center, 621 B Eagle Rock Ave., Roseland, NJ 07068 PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED COST: $10 members, $15 nonmembers. REGISTER HERE

Hatfield Swamp

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

We hope to find early fall migrants in the wetland meadows and forests of this largely intact Essex County reservation. Explore varied habitats for a wide variety of birds including warblers, flycatchers 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. Location: Stop & Shop, 875 Bloomfield Avenue, West Caldwell, NJ 07006 PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED COST: $10 members, $15 nonmembers. REGISTER HERE

Hilltop Reservation

Hilltop Reservation Courter Ln, North Caldwell, NJ, United States

Explore edge and meadow habitats for fall migrants with an easy walk through the reservation.  We will also explore the restored meadow habitat for Bluebirds as well as butterflies and other insects. Led by Dave Hall, Associate Naturalist Meeting Location: Mountain Avenue and Courter Lane, North Caldwell, NJ 07006. Meet in the parking area next to the ball field.  PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED COST: $10 members, $15 nonmembers. REGISTER HERE

Becker Farm Birding Walk

Becker Farm NJ, United States

Explore both field and forest while enjoying beautiful vistas of the Passaic River Valley. Explore both field and forest while enjoying beautiful vistas of the Passaic River Valley. This is the right time to discover fall migrants as they head south.  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. Location: Meet at the south end of Locust Ave in Roseland, NJ. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED COST: $10 members, $15 nonmembers. REGISTER HERE

Hatfield Swamp

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

Exploring varied habitats for fall migrants such as warblers and raptors will make this an exciting trip! Footing may be wet or muddy. We will carpool to the trailhead. Led by Dave Hall, Associate Naturalist Location: Stop & Shop, 875 Bloomfield Avenue, West Caldwell, NJ  07006 PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED COST: $10 members, $15 nonmembers. REGISTER HERE

Fall Birding at Hawk Rise Sanctuary

Hawk Rise Sanctuary 1811 Lower Rd, Linden, NJ, United States

Explore the various habitats at Hawk Rise Sanctuary to look for spring migrants. Join NJ Audubon Program Director Scott Barnes and associate naturalists for a leisurely walk at the sanctuary. We’ll look for woodpeckers, thrushes and warblers in the woods and wetland birds like herons, egrets, and Ospreys along the Rahway River. Bring binoculars and dress for the weather.  Location: Hawk Rise Sanctuary, Range Road Linden NJ 07036 PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED COST: FREE REGISTER HERE

Troy Meadows Birding Walk

NJ, United States

Troy Meadows in Parsippany/East Hanover is an excellent place to encounter ducks, herons, and marsh birds, plus migrating passerines. Footing can be wet.  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: $10 members, $15 nonmembers. REGISTER HERE