Where: Pine Barrens Commission office on the east side of County Route 31 in Westhampton, (map)

Description: GOATSUCKERS GALORE!   Join Four Harbors Audubon Society as we venture to the Long Island Dwarf Pine Plains to listen for two of the Island's native "goatsuckers" - Chuck-will's-widow and Whip-poor-will, as they call at night during the breeding season. Led by John Turner, the walk will provide an overview of this fascinating group of birds and you'll learn how they got their goatsucker name! Before dark we'll look for nesting birds that inhabit the Dwarf Pine Plains such as Prairie Warblers, Eastern Towhees, and Vesper Sparrows. With some luck, we might see a buck moth, striped skunk, or grey fox. 

Meet at the Pine Barrens Commission office on the east side of County Route 31 in Westhampton, just south of the Exit 63 interchange with Sunrise Highway. Bring a flashlight and comfortable shoes as we'll be walking approximately two miles.

Leader:  John Turner.  You must reserve: email fourharborsheron@gmail.com or call John Turner at 516-695-1490.

Masks are required.