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SUMMARY:Shorebirds & Early Fall Migration
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Shorebirds & Early Fall Migration  \nSaturday\, August 17\, 2024\, 8:00 am \nMeet in the upper Oxbow parking lot at the main entrance of the Oxbow (see directions below) \nLeader: Dave Helm\, (513) 403-4519\, helmmd@icloud.com  \n  \nThe focus of this trip will be birds\, specifically early fall migrants. That’s right\, I did say fall. While the calendar and temperature tells us it is still late summer\, the southbound fall migration of shorebirds (sandpipers & plovers)\, long-legged waders (herons & egrets) and several other species begins quite early and will be well under way by this date. So come out and join our trip leader\, Dave Helm\, as we search for a number of species\, especially shorebirds\, at a few different locations in the Oxbow area. Dave is an exceptional all around naturalist and expert level birder. Dave is also a current board member of our Audubon Society and has led 100’s of field trips for many conservation groups over the years. Dave knows the Oxbow area extremely well and his great knowledge of birds\, plants\, butterflies and other wildlife comes in very handy on any field trip. \n  \nShorebirds (sandpipers and plovers) and waders (herons and egrets) need exposed mudflats\, shorelines and sandbars where they forage for food at water’s edge. When they find these suitable conditions during their southbound migration they will stop to rest and refuel so to speak. Good migratory shorebird habitat in our region is generally scarce and can vary from year to year depending on water levels and other factors. To improve our chances of finding these interesting species on this trip\, we will spend some time at a couple of different locations in the Oxbow area. Locally\, late summer is usually a fairly dry season\, which results in lower water levels\, which in turn provides the habitat that shorebirds and long-legged waders prefer. These seasonally exposed shorelines and shallow edges of wetlands and ponds\, and the exposed sandbars found in the Oxbow and along the Great Miami River\, can provide favorable habitat for all of these species. \n  \nDave’s plan will be fluid as conditions can change rapidly in this area\, particularly water levels. Dave will plan this trips exact route closer to the day of the trip. But he will certainly take a good look at Oxbow Lake and the adjacent habitats as well as the Lost Bridge area along the Great Miami River and nearby mudflats. \n  \nIn addition to several species of shorebirds\, we expect that we will find numerous Great Egrets and Great Blue Herons and a few Green Herons. Black-crowned Night-Herons are also possible. This is also a great time of year to find an unusual or rare species such as Little Blue Heron and Snowy Egret. Other species such as early dabbling ducks (teal\, shovelers etc.)\, Caspian Terns\, Osprey and Bald Eagles are all likely to be seen as well. The wooded riparian corridor and open fields of the Oxbow should attract numbers of early migrant and resident songbirds including numerous swallows. It should be a fun trip and we will likely find a good diversity of birds. While birds will be our main focus\, we should see lots of other wildlife and interesting plants.   \n  \nThere will be some driving from one spot to another and some moderate walking during this trip\, but it will be slow and easy. This trip should end by noon or a little after. It is usually hot at this season\, so we suggest bringing sunscreen\, insect repellant\, plenty of water and a hat to make your trip more comfortable. There are no restrooms in the Oxbow but there are plenty of nearby businesses with restroom facilities. If you have any questions feel free to contact Dave. \n  \nDirections to the Oxbow main parking lot: \nTo get to the Oxbow from I-275\, take the Lawrenceburg Indiana/US 50 Exit # 16. At the end of the long exit ramp turn left/south on US 50. Almost immediately\, within about 200 yards\, turn left onto unmarked Walnut Street which is just past the Circle K gas station and before a Waffle House. Drive over the levee to where the road T’s. There will be a fence directly in front of you. Turn right and go about 100 yards to the Oxbow entrance sign. Turn left into the Oxbow. The parking area is immediately on your right. You can also use Google Maps and search for “Oxbow Nature Conservancy”. \n(Contributed by Jay Stenger)
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/shorebirds-early-fall-migration-2/
LOCATION:OH
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SUMMARY:Mysterious Moths: Growing the Darker Side of Butterflies
DESCRIPTION:Jim McCormac\nSataurday\, August 24\, 2024 7:30 pm – 11:00 pm\nFernald Nature Preserve ~ Free! \nRegister today for this informative and engaging one hour presentation by Jim McCormac\, co-author of the popular book Gardening for Moths\, followed by checking light sheets for some mysterious moths and other intriguing insects that might be found at the lights and around the preserve! Learn how you can help these wonderful night time critters in your own backyard. For directions to Fernald Nature Preserve\, follow the link\, then click on “directions”: https://www.energy.gov/lm/visit-fernald-preserve-visitors-center. This program is sponsored by the Midwest Native Plant Society\, Inc. The program is free but space is limited. \nRegistration required. Follow this link to register: https://midwestnativeplantsociety.regfox.com/mysterious-mothsgrowing-the-darker-side-of-butterflies \nJim writes that “Our enchantment with butterflies isn’t surprising. These daytime flyers are easily observed and collectively encompass a rainbow palette of colors punctuated with ornate patterns. However\, their close relatives the moths overwhelm butterflies in species diversity and sheer numbers. Most moths are nocturnal and largely out of sight and mind. Nonetheless\, they are one of the most important animal groups. Moths are inextricably intertwined with native plants\, bats\, birds\, and the whole of the eastern deciduous forest ecosystem. They play an enormous role in the pollination of native plants and over the eons have spurred the evolution of myriad defensive plant compounds to ward off caterpillar herbivory. In addition\, they are often far more interesting than butterflies\, both visually and behaviorally. This talk will be a pictorial journey into an intriguing and little-known world of these amazing creatures. We can greatly benefit the ecosystem around us by “moth-gardening” in our yards”. \nJim worked for the Ohio Department of Natural Resources for 31 years as a botanist\, and later specializing in wildlife diversity projects for the Division of Wildlife. He has authored or coauthored six books\, including Birds of Ohio (Lone Pine 2004); and Wild Ohio: The Best of Our Natural Heritage (Kent State University Press 2009). The latter won the 2010 Ohioana Book Award. He is a co-author of the Ohio Breeding Bird Atlas II book. His book\, Gardening for Moths\, in collaboration with Chelsea Gottfried\, was released in February 2023. Jim writes a column\, Nature\, for the Columbus Dispatch\, and regularly publishes a natural history blog. He has written numerous articles in a variety of publications and has delivered hundreds of presentations throughout the eastern United States. He was named the 2015 Conservation Communicator of the Year by the Ohio League of Sportsmen. Jim is an avid photographer\, shooting a range of natural history subjects. He has had hundreds of photos published in various forums\, including the TV show Jeopardy!
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/mysterious-moths-growing-the-darker-side-of-butterflies/
LOCATION:Fernald Preserve\, 7400 Wiley Road\, Hamilton\, OH\, 45013\, United States
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SUMMARY:General Late Summer Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Theme: General Late Summer Nature Walk \nLocation: Spring Grove Cemetery \nDate: Sunday\, August 25\, 2024 \nMeet: 9:00 A.M. at Spring Grove Cemetery. Park along the main road\, just beyond the tunnel from the main entrance on Spring Grove Avenue (see directions below). \nLeader: Denis Conover\, (513) 390-0863\, conovedg@hotmail.com \nThe theme of this field trip will be a general late summer nature walk. Come out and join UC professor\, and skilled botanist and naturalist Denis Conover as he leads us on a morning summer walk through the beautiful grounds of Spring Grove Cemetery. Denis has been involved in various types of botanical research since 1981 and is a professor in the department of Biological Sciences at the University of Cincinnati. He is also a current board member of our Audubon Society. \nVegetation will be at peak on this date. Denis will identify the tremendous diversity of trees\, shrubs and other plants that can be found here and expound on their ecology. Denis will point out our native flora\, invasive species\, ornamental plantings and late summer plants that bloom at this season\, as well as show us some of the many national and state champion trees found here. Denis also loves birds and will be sure to spend time observing them and any other wildlife we come across. Early fall songbird migration begins in our region during the last week of August so seeing a few species of migrant songbirds is not out of the question. So come along and join Denis on what should be a pleasant\, but likely warm\, morning walk and gain some tips and insight on plant identification and the birds found at the cemetery.  \nThis trip will consist almost entirely on foot. Participants should be prepared for an entire morning of walking\, most of which mostly be at a leisurely pace though with lots of stops to observe plants and animals. The terrain will be relatively flat and on pavement\, but there will also be some walking off pavement in damp or wet grass. We suggest wearing good comfortable footwear. Binoculars are not necessary to see plants but are recommended if you have them or are interested in birds. August can be hot\, so we recommend wearing a hat and bringing water\, sunscreen and insect repellent to make your walk more comfortable. Restrooms are available at the cemetery office. This trip is scheduled to last until at least 1:00 PM. If you have any questions feel free to contact Denis. \nDirections: The Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum main entrance is located at 4521 Spring Grove Avenue just west of the Winton Road intersection. To find our meeting spot\, drive in the Spring Grove Avenue main gates and go straight. You will go through a short tunnel (old RR archway). Just beyond the tunnel\, pull over and park alongside the road and look for Denis.  \nSpring Grove Cemetery website: \nhttps://www.springgrove.org/locations/spring-grove-cemetery-arboretum/#hrs \n  \nSpring Grove Cemetery Map: \n(Click on or cut and paste into your browser) \nhttps://assets.takeshape.io/af54a46e-9d1d-4a13-84ea-ea820654ba30/dev/66f7f564-13e7-4da3-9599-d5fc44c9d764/Spring%20Grove%20Cemetery%20and%20Arboretum%20Map.pdf \n(Contributed by Jay Stenger)
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/general-late-summer-nature-walk/
LOCATION:Spring Grove Cemetery\, 4521 Spring Grove Avenue\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45232\, United States
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