Autumn Birding by Kayak or Canoe
Sunday, October 25⋅7:30am – 1:30pm
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This is revised Date. Please also note changes in time. AUTUMN BIRDING BY KAYAK OR CANOE—Sunday, October 25, 2020
Join us on a kayaking or canoeing trip down the Nissequogue River, on Sunday, October 25th. Meet at Paul T. Given County Park (across from the Smithtown Bull on West Main Street/Route 25, Smithtown between 7:30 and 8 a.m and launch by 8:15. High tide at the river's mouth is at 7:20 am. Low tide is at 1:37 pm. We'll be looking for fall migrants: warblers, ducks, and other waterfowl, shorebirds, and migrating raptors, including eagles and Turkey Vultures. We will launch by 8:15 a.m. Portage back to cars will be available for those who rent kayaks/canoes. We will arrange for a 'kayak/canoe-sitter” to watch our personal kayaks while Joy transports those who have cars at the launch site at Paul T. Given Park so they can drive to the end-site at the Kings Park Bluff Boat Dock, by the river's mouth in Kings Park. Additionally, one can paddle back after tide turns at 1:37 p.m. at the river's mouth. We anticipate the trip will take about 3-4 hours, depending on sightings, stops, and crowd size. The main part of the river is 5.5 miles long. Bring water/beverages, snacks/lunch, and a kayak, paddle and pfd (lifejacket). We also suggest bug spray, binoculars, field guide, camera, ziplock or other waterproof bags, and a light jacket. Kayaks and canoes will also be available for rent with Nissequogue River Canoe/Bob’s Canoe. Call Joy Cirigliano (631)766-3075 for more information. Reservations required: call Joy Cirigliano at 631-766-3075 or email: fourharborsheron@gmail.com. If you need to rent kayaks, please contact Joy.