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2025 GSBAS Annual Dinner
Annual Dinner time again!! Wow. That came around fast. We will be hosting our annual dinner fundraiser on Monday, May 5 at Captain Bill’s.
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Chapter News
June 2025 presidents message
“Greetings GSBAS Members and Friends, I am honored to have been elected to serve as your President for the next two years.” – Joe Abraham, Ph.D.
Oceanside Marine Nature Study Area Walk
Our walk on May 30th was at the Oceanside Marine Nature Study Area. It is a marshland that gives you opportunities for good looks at waders and shorebirds which was not disappointing.
One Final Message
As a new chapter approaches for the Great South Bay Audubon Society, I have one final message for all my little birding friends!
Our 2025 Annual Dinner Recap
We had another great Annual Dinner at Captain Bill’s thanks to Annette Brownell. We get 70-90 people attending and had great speakers.
The Presidents Message
Hello my little birding friends! Hope this newsletter finds you well and enjoying the birds. Some are migrating back up from the south. I’m starting to have redwing blackbirds and grackles at my feeders and have a beautiful flicker at the feeder.
Sika Deer on Long Island
An interesting article in the Great South Bay News caught my eye, as it told of a Sika Deer population in Southaven Park. I knew that the Sika, a Japanese deer, were in captivity at the Bronx Zoo, so this was a fun discovery.
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 Summer 2022
I started birding in New York City over sixty years ago the last 55 of which were spent in Suffolk County birding and feeding birds, I’ve become aware of how the population of some species has crept up.