The primary mission of the Great South Bay Audubon Society is to advocate for the conservation of habitats for native birds and other native wildlife on Long Island. Click here to learn more.
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LIVE ANIMAL EVENT
Join us on June 20th from 6-8pm for a Live Animal Event hosted by Sweetbriar Nature Center!
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Chapter News
“The Right Binoculars”
The way most new birders go wrong, wrong, wrong is brandishing binoculars that do not work for birding. Most new birders simply presume binoculars are binoculars and that’s that, never realizing that the frustration they are experiencing is linked to the instrument, not their inexperience.
Presidents Message – July/August 2025
Greetings GSBAS Members and Friends:
Your Board of Directors has met a couple of times since their induction at the May Annual Dinner. I am pleased to say that their work is heading in a strong and beneficial direction for the GSBAS.
Parks and Trails on Long Island
Join me as I highlight this month’s park’s and trails from the May 2025 Newsletter about the Bayard Cutting Arboretum.
Upcoming Events
Yoga in the Park
Whether you’re completely new to yoga or looking for a gentle way to reconnect with your practice, our free Yoga in the Park series is a perfect opportunity to get moving
August 8 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am at Brookside County ParkMusic in the Park – Miss Maybell & Her Ragtime Romeos
Miss Maybell & Her Ragtime Romeos Step back in time with the infectious rhythms of ragtime, early jazz, blues, and vintage American music. Known for their authentic sound and spirited
August 22 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm at Brookside County ParkIsaac H. Green History Lecture
Explore the rich history of our region through a special presentation honoring one of Sayville’s early Architect. This history lecture by local historians Connie Currie & Thom Hoffman will discuss
September 5 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm at Brookside County Park
Recent Art & Photography
Nature Walks
Connetquot River SPP Bird and Breakfast
Leaders Edith Wilson, Helga Merryman, Ken Thompson, Jack Carlson Reservations required 4$ at Eventbrite.com search #NatureEdventure, Plus parking fee per car – unless you have a yearly Empire pass.
September 12 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm at Connetquot River State Park Preserve
Bird Feeder Survey
GSBAS Feeder Survey: Fall 2021
By the time you read this, winter will have begun and I’m sure the birds, squirrels and other wildlife will have started to feast on the fruit and berries in my yard.
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