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J a n u a r y / F e b r u a r y 2 0 2 0 N e w s l e t t e r
In this issue:
President's Message
Monthly ProgramsBexar Audubon Society Field Trips
Great Backyard Bird Count
Cibolo Nature Center Classes
Mitchell Lake Monthly Birding Tours
San Antonio Botanical Garden Bird
Walks
Mitchell Lake Upcoming Events
Birding the Border Del Rio Festival
Area Birding Info
Membership & BAS Board
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President's MessagePatsy Inglet, PresidentBexar Audubon Society
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Bexar Audubon Society is looking forwardto great things in 2020! Bird supportersand enthusiasts will have twice thenumber of meetings for information andinspiration about birds and theirecosystems in 2020: BAS will meet at 7:00PM on the fourth Wednesday of eachmonth at the William R. Sinkin Eco Centro(1802 North Main Avenue—corner of MainAve. and E. Locust) in addition to San
Antonio Audubon meetings on the first Thursday of each month at the San AntonioZoo Education Center.
At the January 22 BAS meeting, Craig Hensley of Texas Parks & Wildlife will teachus how to put the iNaturalist App into action—and the meeting will be followed by afield trip on January 25 to Brackenridge Park focused on using iNaturalist in the field.On February 26, BAS will welcome two representatives from the International CraneFoundation (ICF)—North American program director Dr. Elizabeth Smith and TexasOutreach Coordinator Anna Turkett—who will give us in depth information on whatICF is doing to insure the survival of these iconic Texas Coastal birds. By the way, gosee the newly re-opened Whooping Crane exhibit at the San Antonio Zoo to witnesssome of the incredible behavior or a breeding pair and to learn more about theirsurvival story. After you hear this story, you will want to visit Aransas Wildlife Refuge(use your Duck Stamp for admittance) and perhaps take a trip on Captain TommyMoore’s boat, The Skimmer to see these magnificent birds on their Texas coastalwintering grounds.
There is so much more to do for the birds. The BAS board has lots of ideas forincreasing our outreach to the public about the need for more focus on birdconservation—to help reverse the downward trend of population decline of many ofour formerly most common birds. BAS will become increasingly involved inconservation and advocacy for birds in 2020. We are initiating an “experiment” torelocate birds displaced from the Elmendorf Lake Park colonial rookery necessitatedby the threat to aviation at Joint Base SA (Lackland Air Base). We also want to starta program to monitor and report migrating birds killed or injured by collision withdowntown San Antonio buildings. This program will provide data to encouragebuilding managers and city decision makers to encourage/require appropriatelighting, glass, and other structural components that do not attract or confusemigrating birds, often to their detriment.
But we can’t do this without help. We need YOU—BAS members and others whoappreciate birds—to come out and lend a hand: help us spread the “bird word” to ourcommunity; help us attract new members; help us speak out on behalf of birdconservation; help us staff key committees (Programs, Community Outreach,Conservation, and Conservation & Advocacy).
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Just let us know what you are passionateabout and would love to do on behalf ofbirds, and we will help you go to work withour support. And of course we alwaysappreciate your donations to fund ouractivities.
Bexar Audubon Society Monthly Programs
JANUARY 2020
Wednesday, January 22, 7:00 PMEco Centro*, 1802 N. Main Avenue, San Antonio 78212
iNaturalist Workshop
Discover iNaturalist and contribute to citizen science! Craig Hensley,Texas Parks & Wildlife Nature Tracker Biologist, will teach us about the
amazing iNaturalist app and how to use it to identify and documentbirds, butterflies, plants and more with your phone or camera. You maydownload the iNaturalist app prior to this program or before the follow-up field trip at Brackenridge Park on Saturday, January 25. Craig will
also discuss Nature Trackers. All are welcome! For questions about thisevening program, contact Becca Taylor at [email protected] or
281/772-2597.
*Click here for directions to Eco Centro and here for parkinginformation.
FEBRUARY 2020
Wednesday, February 26, 7:00 PMEco Centro*, 1802 N. Main Avenue, San Antonio, TX 78212
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"Whooping Cranes - Back From the Brink"
After suffering a dramatic decline in the 19th century, Whooping Cranes have made arecovery in Texas thanks to the collaborative work of governmental and conservationorganizations. As the population grows, the birds will need more high-quality habitat,and all should continue to support this “comeback” species. Join us February 26th to
learn about the history and the future of Whooping Cranes with Dr. Liz Smith andAnna Turkett, experts from the International Crane Foundation.
*Click here for directions to Eco Centro and here for parking information.
Bexar Audubon Society Field Trips
Click here for a PDF of the BAS January/February field trips.
Monday, January 20, 8:30 AM Birding at Palmetto State Park
Join us to visit this park named for the Dwarf Palmetto (Sabalminor). The palms, bogs, and forest vegetation give the park asubtropical feel. The San Marcos River winds through it. Bring asack lunch. On the return trip we'll stop at Salt Lake (GuadalupeCo.) to view shorebirds. The address for Palmetto SP is 78 ParkRd 11 S., Gonzales, Texas. $3 entry fee. For RSVP and details,
including carpool info, contact Sherie Gee at [email protected] or 210/367-1625.
Saturday, January 25, 9:00 AMiNaturalist Field Trip to Brackenridge ParkJoin us for a nature walk led by Craig Hensley to see birds, plants, insects and morewhile we practice using iNaturalist. For RSVP and details, contact Becca Taylor [email protected] or 281/772-2597.
Sunday, February 2, 8:30 AMMcAllister ParkMeet in the main parking lot of this north central city park at 13102 Jones Maltsberger
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for a walk to look for winter birds. RSVP to Lora Reynolds ([email protected] 210/414-0792).
Friday, February 14, 8:30 AMGreat Backyard Bird CountBird Walk at The Greenline
Enjoy The Greenline, a 43-acre south side park at 2532 Sidney Brooksnear Brooks City Base. For RSVP, contact Fred Loxsom [email protected] or 860/455-3422.
Monday, February 17, 8:00 AMBirding in the Hill CountryJoin us to enjoy winter birding northeast of Comfort, Texas. Space limited. For RSVP anddetails, contact Patty Leslie Pasztor at [email protected] or 210-837-0577.
Sunday, March 1, 8:30 AMWalker Ranch Park
Meet in the parking lot at 12603 West Avenue and look for birdsalong the various trails in the park, including a portion of theSalado Creek Greenway. RSVP to Lora Reynolds([email protected] or 210/414-0792).
Friday, March 20, 8:00 AMLost Maples State Natural Area, 37221 FM 187, Vanderpool, TX 78885Join us to discover birds, plants and more at this Hill Country park. Bring water and asack lunch. The entrance fee is $6.00/person. Space limited. RSVP to Sherie Gee [email protected] or call 210/367-1625 and leave a message.
SAVE THE DATE! Wednesday, March 25, 7:00 PM
Eco Centro, 1802 N. Main
BAS Monthly Program: Bird Migrations, Texas Style
Presenter: Dr. Maureen Frank
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Assistant Professor and Extension Wildlife SpecialistTexas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
Take Part in the Great Backyard Bird Count
The Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) is a free, fun, and easy event that engages birdwatchers of all ages in counting birds to create a real-time snapshot of bird populations.
The 23rd annual GBBC will be held Friday, February 14 - Monday, February 17, 2020.Participants are asked to count birds for as little as 15 minutes (or as long as they wish) onone or more days of the four-day event and report their sightings online at birdcount.org.Each checklist submitted during the GBBC helps researchers at the Cornell Lab ofOrnithology and the National Audubon Society learn more about how birds are doing, andhow to protect them and the environment we share.
Cibolo Nature Center Classes
Wildlife Tax Valuation 3-Part Series Herff Farm: January 11, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PMHerff Farm: January 18, 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Cibolo Auditorium: February 1, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PMThis comprehensive program will guide landowners through the requirements and bestpractices for Wildlife Tax Valuation with special emphasis on managing for songbirds.Attendees will complete the workshop ready to submit an application for a Wildlife TaxValuation. Learn more.
iNaturalist as a Land Survey ToolSaturday, February 15, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Cibolo Nature Center AuditoriumCraig Hensley, TPWD Biologist and Ben Eldridge, Director of Education, Cibolo NatureCenter will provide indoor classroom instruction followed by experience in the fielddocumenting biodiversity. Fee: $30 for CNC members, $40 for non-members. Instruction
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will be given on downloading the app prior to the workshop. For RSVP and details, contactLaurie Brown at [email protected] or 830/249-4616.
Mitchell Lake Monthly Birding Tours
Pre-register online at MLAC website1st Sunday: Jan. 5 & Feb. 2, 8:00 AM
2nd Sunday: Jan. 12 & Feb. 9, 8:00 AM2nd Tuesday: Jan. 14 & Feb. 11, 8:00 AM3rd Sunday: Jan. 19 & Feb. 16, 8:00 AM4th Sunday: Jan. 26 & Feb. 23, 8:00 AM
4th Saturday (Beginning Birders Tour): Jan. 25 &Feb. 22, 8:00 AM
$8 for non-members; Free for membersVisit the MLAC website or email [email protected] or call 210/628-1639.
San Antonio Botanical Garden
Third Saturday Guided Bird WalksJanuary 18 & February 15
Free to SABG members; $12 non-members. Visit the SABG website to register.
555 Funston, San Antonio, TX 78209
Mitchell Lake Audubon CenterUpcoming Events
Christmas Bird Count for AllSaturday, January 4, 8:00 AM
Join young birders, new birders and birding families to learn about this annual citizenscience event and see some new birds! RSVP to [email protected].
Wildlife Photography Workshop
Saturday, January 18, 8:00 AMRegister to learn how to take the best photos in nature and work with light, clouds
and wind.
Sunset Hike and PicnicSaturday, February 15, 6:00 PM
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Register for a sunset bird walk and catered picnic dinner. $50/couple
iNaturalist Training and Mini-bioblitzSaturday, February 22, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM (lunch in between)
Join TPWD’s Texas Nature Trackers Biologist Craig Hensley for a workshop oniNaturalist. Learn how you can use it to contribute to your knowledge as well as
contribute meaningful observations for science and conservation. We’ll even headoutdoors following the training to practice your new skills as we conduct our own
mini-bioblitz.
BIRDING THE BORDER FESTIVAL DEL RIO, TEXAS
APRIL 15-18, 2020
Check out this fairly new festival based in Del Rio featuring a variety of interestingfield trips. Beginning and experienced birders alike are encouraged to attend!
Click here for details.
SAN ANTONIO AREA BIRDING INFORMATION
Bexar Audubon SocietyCibolo Nature Center
Friends of San Antonio Natural AreasMitchell Lake Audubon CenterSan Antonio Audubon Society
San Antonio Ecotourism
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Bexar Audubon Society Board of DirectorsPresident: Patsy Inglet
Vice President: Greg Pasztor Secretary: Britt ColemanTreasurer: Fred Loxsom
Past President: Anne Parrish
CommitteesEducation & Outreach: Sherie Gee and Patty Leslie Pasztor Conservation & Advocacy: Britt Coleman and Anne Parrish
Communications: Greg PasztorNewsletter & Website: Lora Reynolds
Membership: Michael Shaw
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