Northern New York Audubon

11/04/2026

This Saturday! Don't miss the goose migration at Malone Rec Park!

Thousands of geese, one November afternoon—and Northern New York Audubon will be there to help you spot them all! Join us on Saturday, November 7 starting at 1:00 PM to experience the fall migration.

We expect plenty of Snow and Canada Geese, and NNYA members will be on hand with scopes to help identify less common visitors like Cackling, Ross’s, and Greater White-fronted Geese.

Where: Malone Recreation Park
When: Saturday, Nov 7 | Drop in anytime after 1:00 PM
Cost: Free & open to the public!

What to bring: Warm layers and binoculars or a spotting scope if you have them (if not, we'll have optics to share!).

More details: https://tinyurl.com/bdd23xav

10/07/2026

Thousands of geese. One November afternoon. You don’t want to miss this! Join Northern New York Audubon at Malone Recreation Park on Saturday, November 7 to experience the spectacle of fall goose migration.

We expect plenty of Snow and Canada Geese, but we’ll also have our eyes out for less common visitors like Cackling, Ross’s and Greater White-fronted Geese. NNYA members will be there to help spot and identify any rarities among the flocks.

This event starts at 1:00 PM but please feel free to stop by anytime during the afternoon! Free and open to the public.

Bring binoculars or a spotting scope if you have them, bundle up for the weather, and come see what we can find!

More details: https://www.nnya.org/events/goose-migration-watch-malone-recreation-park

09/16/2026

Join us for Northern New York Audubon’s Annual Outing at the SUNY ESF Ranger School in Wanakena, NY.

Spend the morning with NNYA exploring the Ranger School campus and learning more about birds and local research. Activities throughout the morning will include:

• Bird banding demonstration with SUNY ESF graduate students
• Guided bird walk around campus
• NNYA updates & time to socialize
• Presentation on bird research happening at the Ranger School

Come for the full morning or stop by for the activities that work for you! Bring binoculars, water, snacks, and a bagged lunch if you’d like to stick around and enjoy the campus afterward.

Learn more and view the full schedule & directions on our website: https://www.nnya.org/events/annual-outing

09/15/2026

Come explore one of Plattsburgh’s hidden birding gems! Join us Saturday, October 17 for a morning outing at Rugar Woods behind the SUNY Plattsburgh Field House. We’ll explore forest and wetland habitats along the Saranac River while looking and listening for a variety of bird species.

The planned route is about 2.5 miles round trip over level to moderately sloping dirt paths. Birders of all experience levels are welcome!

Learn more and find registration details: https://www.nnya.org/events/rugar-woods-outing-1

09/11/2026

Birding + leaf peeping sounds like a pretty great way to spend an October Saturday. Join Joan Collins on Saturday, October 3 for a beautiful fall outing to Hitchins Pond and the Upper Dam on the Bog River. We’ll travel through boreal bog, marsh, mixed forest, ponds and lakes, with plenty of opportunities to look for birds and take in the fall scenery along the way.

Those looking for a little more adventure can also join an optional hike up Low’s Ridge for spectacular views of the Bog River Valley and High Peaks.

This outing is a 5-mile round trip, or a 7-mile trip with the optional Low’s Ridge hike. Space is limited to 12 participants

👉 Find all the outing details and registration info here: https://www.nnya.org/events/lows-ridge-upper-dam-trail-outing

09/09/2026

Fall migration is a great time to get outside and go birding! Join Northern New York Audubon and the Town of Plattsburgh Recreation Department for a morning at Ausable Point Campground on Friday, October 2.

We’ll explore the campground road, marsh overlook, and Lake Champlain with Betsy Miner, Mar Bodine, and Ken Adams. All experience levels welcome! Space is limited to 20 participants, with priority given to Town of Plattsburgh residents and NNYA members.

Learn more and find registration details on our website: https://www.nnya.org/events/ausable-point-campground-outing-1

08/24/2026

SAVE THE DATE! The 2027 Great Adirondack Birding Celebration is coming June 4–6, 2027!

And we have some exciting news: for the first time in the festival’s 24-year history, the Celebration will be headquartered at North Country Community College in Saranac Lake!

The new location puts us in a perfect spot for a weekend of exploring the incredible birds and habitats of the Adirondack Park — with plenty of space to gather and downtown Saranac Lake just minutes away.

You can look forward to:

• Expertly guided birding trips
• Inspiring presentations
• Hands-on workshops
• Opportunities to connect with birders from near and far

Whether you’ve been birding for decades or are just getting started, we’d love to have you join us.

For now, save the dates: June 4–6, 2027!

More details about speakers, field trips, registration, and lodging are coming soon to our website:

Save the Date: 2027 Great Adirondack Birding CelebrationJune 4–6, 2027Check back in early 2027 for updates Mark your calendars! The 2027 Great Adirondack Birding Celebration will take place June 4–6, 2027, and Northern New York Audubon is excited to announce a new home for this beloved annual ev...

08/20/2026

Join us for fall birding at Point Au Roche!

Spend a September morning exploring Point Au Roche State Park with Northern New York Audubon on Saturday, September 19 at 9:00 AM.

We’ll walk through shrubby and forested habitats on our way to Long Point and its panoramic views of Lake Champlain. Along the way, we’ll keep an eye out for songbirds, waterbirds, and other fall visitors!

The route follows gently sloping grassy, rocky, and dirt paths. Trails may be muddy depending on the weather, so come prepared for the conditions.

Registration is required for this event. Please see our website for more details.
https://www.nnya.org/events/point-au-roche-state-park-outing

08/18/2026

Bird Lake Alice WMA with us!

Join Northern New York Audubon and the Town of Plattsburgh Recreation Department on Wednesday, September 2, at 9:00 AM for a morning outing at Lake Alice Wildlife Management Area in West Chazy.

Nearly 150 bird species have been recorded at this Clinton County hotspot! With open water, marsh, fields, shrub meadow, and mixed forest, Lake Alice offers plenty of habitat to explore. In September, we’ll be looking for both resident birds and fall migrants.

- Led by Betsy Miner, Mar Bodine & Ken Adams
- All experience levels welcome
- Lake Alice WMA, Ridge Road, West Chazy
- Limited to 15 participants

Registration is required for this event, and priority is given to Town of Plattsburgh and NNYA members.

Check our website for all the details: https://www.nnya.org/events/lake-alice-wma-outing

07/20/2026

Explore one of the Adirondacks' most beautiful boreal forests with Northern New York Audubon!

Join guide Joan Collins for a 2.5-mile hike along the historic Roosevelt Truck Trail in Minerva, where we'll search for boreal birds like the Black-backed Woodpecker, Canada Jay, and Boreal Chickadee while keeping an eye out for moose and black bear tracks. August also brings an incredible display of mushrooms and lichens throughout the forest.

Whether you're an experienced birder or simply love spending time outdoors, this is a wonderful opportunity to experience a unique Adirondack ecosystem.

Learn more and register: https://www.nnya.org/events/roosevelt-truck-trail-outing

This outing is hosted in partnership with the Long Lake Parks & Recreation Department.