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Birding Field Trip with SHBO

Sandy Hook Bird Observatory is hosting a birding field trip at the Hook, usually meeting in parking lot B - Bayberry at 8:45 a.m.

SHBO senior naturalist Scott Barnes leads the group on the hunt for passerine migrants, returning waterfowl, raptors, and maybe a rarity or two.

Single trips are $15 for members, $20 for nonmembers, and $10 for SHBO volunteers, with no cancellations or refunds. 

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Trips go in any weather, usually to midafternoon.  Bring lunch, weather-appropriate gear, binoculars, and scopes when appropriate.  Include a hat, insect repellent, rain gear, boots, etc.,depending on the weather.

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