Join the Cape May Bird Observatory Monarch Monitoring Project team to learn about the Monarch butterflies that migrate through Cape May, as well as the ongoing research and outreach our staff is doing to help protect the species. After the talk, watch as small tags are affixed to Monarchs to track their migration to Mexico. And best of all, you’ll learn how you can contribute to Monarch conservation! Preregistration IS NOT required. This program will be held in the Outside Courtyard; weather permitting. MEETING LOCATION: This lecture will take place at The Ocean City Free Public Library located in Ocean City NJ.  Please click the following link for directions: Ocean City NJ Public Library COST: FREE For more OC Library information

Join Cape May Bird Observatory’s Program Coordinator, Adehl Schwaderer, to learn the basics of bird identification. If you are just getting into birding or want to see if it’s a hobby you’d like to try, this is the presentation for you! We’ll be reviewing what details to focus on when identifying birds, as well as some common species you can see all summer long! Preregistration IS NOT required. MEETING LOCATION: This lecture will take place at The Ocean City Free Public Library located in Ocean City NJ.  Please click the following link for directions: Ocean City NJ Public Library COST: FREE For more OC Library information

Want to learn about the benefits of turning your backyard into a healthy habitat for native wildlife? Attend our Gardening for Wildlife talk to gain a better understanding of how you can transform your backyard into a haven for native species! Additionally, we’ll be discussing how you can utilize the National Wildlife Federation to get your property listed as a Certified Wildlife Habitat. Preregistration IS NOT required. MEETING LOCATION: This lecture will take place at The Ocean City Free Public Library located in Ocean City NJ.  Please click the following link for directions: Ocean City NJ Public Library COST: FREE For more OC Library information

Are you prepared to uncover one of the best birding locations in Ocean City? Join Cape May Bird Observatory’s Program Coordinator, Adehl Schwaderer, to discuss the mysteries of the Ocean City Welcome Center, an incredible nesting location for over a dozen species of birds. The biology and strategies of finding a mate will be discussed, along with identification tips if you want to visit this amazing rookery this spring! Preregistration IS NOT required. MEETING LOCATION: This lecture will take place at The Ocean City Free Public Library located in Ocean City NJ.  Please click the following link for directions: Ocean City NJ Public Library COST: FREE For more OC Library information