In-Person Classes:

Wednesdays, April 1, 8, and 15; 6:30 PM -8:30 PM

Outings:

Jamaica Bay - Saturday, April 11, 9:00 AM -1:00 PM

Central Park - Saturday, April 18,  8:00 AM -11:00 AM

Learn the essential skills for identifying the wide variety of birds that migrate through New York City each spring. Even if you've never picked up a pair of binoculars before, you'll soon be able to identify warblers, thrushes, waterbirds, and more—both by sight and by ear. This course includes three in-person sessions, along with birding outings in Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge and Central Park, providing both practical experience and a deeper understanding of birding basics. Binoculars available upon request. 

Our three in-person classes will take place in the NYC Bird Alliance office at 71 West 23rd Street. 

$140 for NYC Bird Alliance members, $200 for non-members. Limited to 12 people.

If you’re interested in taking this course but are unable to meet the financial commitment, please email us at programs@nycbirdalliance.org. While space is limited, we’d love to have you join us. 

🗓 NOTE: Registration for this event opens March 5 (members) and March 12 (non-members). Until then, event will read "Event Registration is closed.

Additional Information: 

Central Park Outing: This outing will follow both paved and unpaved paths and may include steps and slight inclines. Restrooms will be available midway through the route.

Jamaica Bay Outing: This outing will follow both paved and unpathed paths on level ground; some areas may be slightly damp or muddy. Restrooms are available at the Visitor Center. Please note the center opens at 10am. The Visitor Center is a one-mile walk from the Broad Channel A subway station; it is also accessible via the Q21 and Q53 buses. Free parking is available in the Visitor Center lot. Visit the National Park Service website for the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge for comprehensive directions by public transportation and car.

Photo: A birder holding on to a bird guide with their binoculars in view. Photo: Syndey Walsh