Upcoming Events

For directions to meeting places, arrangements to meet you along the way, and other information, contact Bill Ostrander at 607-207-0000 or browncreeper9@gmail.com. CVAS is committed to increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion in our conservation and education programs and to welcoming all who wish to work and learn with us. Any person, regardless of age, race, religion, ability, or gender identity, who is interested in wild life study, protection, and conservation, may be enrolled as a member upon receipt of the first payment of dues.

CVAS Events

May 15 - June 15		Migration Marathon Try to find as many species of birds as you can in 24 hours wherever you want to go. We'll meet at Curly's Chicken House at 6:30PM, Saturday, to find out what everyone found.
May 15 - June 15		Climate Watch For those who have done Climate Watch counts in the past, the project is still going. The spring count period is May 15 to June 15 to cover your count routes. For more information, check out the Audubon Climate Watch page.
Jun 11	7:00PM	CVAS Book Club We will meet to discuss our next book list. Directions: We meet at Appleridge, 168 Miller St, Horseheads, NY 14845. Use Parking Lot A and enter the front door to the lobby. Proceed to the large staircase on your right and go up one floor. At the top of the stairs turn right. The Conference Room is the first door on your right. Or, use an elevator to the left of the staircase in the lobby. You can download our reading list here.
June 13	7:30AM - 11:30AM	Northrup Hill Audubon Wildlife Sanctuary Meet at Sperr Memorial Park, Kahler Road South, immediately south of I-86, Exit 50 at 7:30 am or meet us at the Sanctuary, Learn Road, Rathbone at 8:30 am. We’ll be looking for the Sanctuary’s breeding birds.
June 27	10:00AM	CVAS Annual Picnic at Gleason Sanctuary It's time for our June Picnic and this year, it will be held at the Gleason Sanctuary on Saturday, June 27. We plan on eating around 10:00 in the cabin. Everyone is welcome to join us for a bird walk either on site around 9:45 or you can meet at Fitch's Bridge around 8:00 (where we will look for raptors and waterfowl on the river) and then carpool to the sanctuary. Please bring a dish to pass, serving utensils, and plates/cups/mugs/eating utensils. If you have any questions, please contact Christine at windingwayhorse@aol.com.
July 11	8:00AM	Big Flats Trail West Meet at the Hibbard Road trailhead. We’ll be looking and listening for marshland breeders and, depending on water level, fall migrant shorebirds.

Other Events

Wednesdays

2:00PM

Birdability Outreach Program Webinar Series

These webinars will cover various topics related to accessible birding and outdoor exploration for people living with spinal cord injuries and other disabilities. These webinars are open to everyone—whether you’re new to birding, an experienced birder with a disability, or an advocate for accessible outdoor spaces. You can register for individual sessions or the entire series, and each event will feature opportunities to ask questions and connect with others in the community. Register here.

All Season

Montezuma Audubon Society
Come Bird with Us! The Montezuma Audubon Society has birding and boating events all season long! Visit the Montezuma Audubon website for more information and to register.

All Season

Birding Festivals
A great way to enjoy bird watching is by going to festivals—they're organized to get you to great birding spots at a great time of year, and they're a great way to meet people. Experts and locals help you see more birds, and you'll meet other visitors who share your hobby. While you're there, keep an eye out for Cornell Lab representatives, as they do attend several festivals each year. You can find a complete list of birding festivals here.