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Annual Fundraising Dinner 2026
Come Join Us for a Night of Fun And Prizes! Great South Bay Audubon's Annual DinnerThe Mansion at Timber Point398 Great River Road, Great River, NYMonday, May 4, 20266:00-9:00 PMGuest Speaker: John TurnerTopic: "The Goatsuckers of Long Island: Whip-poor-wills,...
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Chapter News
GSBAS & Bayard Cutting Arboretum Horticultural Society Team Up
My daughter scraped Jeff off the road when he was maybe 4 weeks old. He was hit by a car and his tail was crushed.
Presidents Message – Sept/Oct 2025
At GSBAS one of our goals is to increase membership. The sooner we accomplish this, the sooner we will have a greater source of talented, knowledgeable and resourceful members to further the overall goals of our Society.
2 Parks and Trails on Long Island – Month of July/August 2025
Join me as I highlight this month’s park’s and trails from the July Newsletter about the Veterans Memorial Park.
A Little Birdie Told Me… Q & A with Brooke Ramirez, owner of Wild Birds Unlimited in Oakdale and East Setauket
Editor’s Question: How can birds be protected from flying into windows?
Jeff and the Yard Birds
My daughter scraped Jeff off the road when he was maybe 4 weeks old. He was hit by a car and his tail was crushed.
From the Editor’s Nest – July/August 2025
“It takes a village to raise a child” is an African proverb that I am sure many of you have heard before.
Upcoming Events
Music in the Park – Lean Mean Jazz Machine
Enjoy an energetic afternoon of jazz standards, swing favorites, and contemporary arrangements performed by this talented local ensemble. Their lively sound and engaging performances make for a perfect summer afternoon
June 28 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm at Brookside County ParkYoga 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
July 11 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am at Brookside County ParkAmerica 250 Celebration – Birds of Prey Demonstration
Join us as we commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States with a special educational wildlife program by Sweetbriar Nature Center. Experience an up-close encounter with some of North
July 25 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm at Brookside County ParkYoga 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
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
Feeder Survey NOV/DEC 2022
The Yellow-shafted Flicker, a large member of the woodpecker family is one of my favorite birds and it made January 1, 2023 a great start to my new year when I had a rare (for me) sight of one scarfing down the suet at my feeder.