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Events for August 26, 2026
Shorebirds with the Man Who Wrote the Book
Spend two days experiencing some of the east coast's best shorebirding with Michael O'Brien, one of the authors of "The Shorebird Guide"! The Shorebird Guide, Houghton Mifflin’s landmark title on the subject, is authored by three Cape May birders and your guide for this workshop is one of them. Experience the best shorebirding on the East Coast with Michael O’Brien, equal parts skilled birder, expert guide and superb teacher. We’ll search South Jersey’s best shorebird locations in search of sandpipers, plovers, yellowlegs, and hope to find a few other gems such as phalaropes or godwits. Over 25 plover and sandpiper species are within reach, and some species number in the thousands here at this time of year. Begin learning identification by size, shape, behavior and voice, then move on to careful examination of plumage details, as The Shorebird Guide outlines. We don’t pre-set an itinerary but will visit those parts of Cape May County that regularly hold good numbers of birds at this time of year. Final location decisions will be made by the leader, based on local knowledge and conditions at the time. We may walk up to 1.5 miles, over generally level, sometimes muddy or sandy terrain. This workshop may also include an indoor session, depending on weather and birds on the day. PREREGISTRATION REQUIRED - Ticket sales end 24hrs before the start of the event COST: $175 members, $225 nonmembers. Interested in becoming a member? Please click on the following link to learn more or join: Become a Member today! IMPORTANT INFORMATION: We bird in all weather. Be sure to check the forecast in advance and dress in layers appropriate for prevailing weather conditions. The weather in Cape May can differ considerably from nearby inland areas and may be warmer, colder, or windier so it’s best to be over prepared. We may have to bird in the rain, so please bring your rain gear. TRANSPORTATION: Please arrive at the appointed time with a full tank of gas, as transportation to field sites is by private vehicles. We may walk up to 1.5 miles, over generally level, sometimes muddy or sandy terrain. Some trips involve walks over jetties. CANCELLATION: CMBO programs require a minimum number of registrants to run, five days in advance of the start of the tour but are seldom cancelled. If we do cancel, due to lack of participation, severe weather, or unforeseen circumstances, we notify all participants in advance, and all are eligible for a full credit or refund. Participants may cancel without penalty if greater than 30 days in advance. Cancellations 10 to 30 days in advance may be subject to a 25% service charge. No refunds or credits for cancellations less than ten days in advance unless due to health emergencies REGISTER HERE
Deer New Jersey, Let’s Find Balance for Our Forests, Farms and Families
Join us for a timely conversation about one of New Jersey's most pressing wildlife challenges. Joe Basralian, Project Coordinator of Deer New Jersey, will highlight the crisis unfolding in areas where deer herd densities have reached critical highs, and share opportunities for our community to get involved in responsible, ethical deer stewardship. Deer New Jersey's mission is to achieve natural balance across our state by supporting a deer stewardship movement for the people, wildlife, and land we love. Their vision: a future where New Jersey's land, wildlife, and communities thrive, stewarded by all of us working together toward solutions that align with both biological and cultural goals. Come learn more, ask questions, and discover how you can be part of the solution. This event is available in WEBINAR and IN-PERSON formats, please be sure to select the correct ticket type and check out with your preferred email for the zoom link if selecting webinar. About the Speaker: Basralian, who grew up in Franklin Lakes, has spent 25 years working in the financial industry and 8 years in environmental conservation full-time, often uniting diverse parties to achieve common goals. He is a 2026 appointee to the NJ Highlands Council and the Great Swamp Watershed Association board. He participates in many volunteer causes, including the NJ League of Conservation Voters, whose board he served on for nine years. He's a graduate of NYU's Stern School of Business and Cornell University and lives in Chatham Township. COST: FREE CANCELLATION: NJ Audubon’s programs require a minimum number of registrants to run. If we cancel, due to lack of participation, severe weather, or unforeseen circumstances, all participants will be notified as soon as possible and are eligible for a full refund. Participants may cancel without penalty if greater than 48 hours in advance. Sorry, no refund for cancellations less than 48 hours in advance unless due to health emergencies; however, registrations can be transferred to another program in the future. REGISTER HERE