International Migratory Bird Day May 12, 2007
Birds in a Changing Climate is the Theme of the 2007 International Migratory Bird Day
Birds have long been indicators of environmental change, sounding the alarm about the impacts of pesticides, polluted water, and the loss of contiguous forest. While IMBD continues to promote the joy of birds, it will also tackle a challenging, yet pertinent topic in 2007 - climate change.
The reactions of birds to weather have long been noted. For hundreds of years, farmers have used the arrivals of migratory birds to make decisions about planting crops. Changes in the movements of some species are just one indicator of the warming of the Earth’s atmosphere. Today, as the rate of warming increases, scientists are exploring how climate change will affect birds and how we can reduce our impact.
For more information on birds and climate change go to: www.abcbirds.org/climatechange/
In 2007, as many as 300,000 people will learn about climate change at IMBD events. For more information go to: www.birdday.org/

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AREA EVENTS:

PRESQUE ISLE
MAY 11-MAY 13
What: Great Lakes Birding Event
Park: Presque Isle, 814-833-7424
Email: Presque Isle
Contact: Presque Isle, 814-833-7424
Time: 7:00 pm Friday to 2:00 pm Sunday
Description:
Join Presque Isle State Park and Presque Isle Audubon to celebrate the birds! With over 330 different kinds of birds spotted at Presque Isle over the years, some of the best birding in the nation is in Erie`s back yard. Go on one of 6 bird hikes, enjoy children`s activities, go on a paddle or pontoon ride, and pick up a poster, stickers, or birding tips and tricks. This year, check out the special film on the Big Green Screen, Amazing Journeys, see bird exhibits, go on a hike at Erie Bluffs State Park, and find out about other birding events around the region. No fee, no registration. Meet at Tom Ridge Environmental Center and at various park locations. See park for schedule of events.
http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/calendar/park.aspx?Park=all&Year=...

American Conservation Film Series at Tom Ridge Environmental Center, Presque Isle, Erie PA, at 6:30pm. Suggested donation is $2 per person.
May 12th, International Migratory Bird Day:
"Hush" 5 min.,"Life List" 10 min."Rare Bird" 80 min.
All proceeds benefit the natural resources at Presque Isle State Park. For this film festival installment, we plan on purchasing a Purple Martin houses for interpretive use at the TREC.
Festival will also take place May 19 and 26, also at 6:30pm, at the TREC.

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p>ROGER TORY PETERSON INSTITUTE
May 12
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http://www.rtpi.org/

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PYMATUNING
May 12
What: Birding Along the Tow Path - Erie Extension Canal
Park: Pymatuning, 724-932-3141
Email: Pymatuning
Contact: Pymatuning State Park
Time: 2:30 p.m.
Description:
Birding, canal stories and glacial history will be the focus of this 3mile walk. Level terrain, wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. Bring your binoculars and celebrate International Migratory Bird Day. Meet at the Blair Bridge on Route 285 out of Conneaut.
http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/calendar/park.aspx?Park=all&Year=...
May 13
What: Birding Auto Tour
Park: Pymatuning, 724-932-3141
Email: Pymatuning
Contact: Pymatuning State Park
Time: 8: 30 a. m.
Description:
Starting at the Park Office, we will drive to various locations around the park in search of resident and migrating birds. All part of International Migratory Bird Day. We will also stop at several Bald Eagle hot spots. Bring you binoculars and spotting scopes and join in the fun. Dress for the weather.
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ASBURY WOODS
"Breakfast with the Birds"
Asbury Woods Nature Nenter
8AM-9:30AM
Ages 8 and up.
http://www.asburywoods.org/

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TITUSVILLE PA
The First Annual Oil Region Birding Festival will be held May 10, 11 & 12 in the Oil Heritage Region of NW PA, "the valley that changed the world." Meet Julie Zickefoose, nature artist and author of "Letters from Eden" at our welcoming reception on Thursday, May 10, or at our Birder's Banquet on Friday, May 11. Both will be held at Cross Creek Resort, four miles south of Titusvile, PA. Take a birdwalk led by Julie Zickefoose at Oil Creek State Park, designated an Important Birding Area by Audubon Pennsylvania. Or, birdwalk at a former industial site which is now a haven for herons. Take a leisurely float down the Allegheny River to see how many waterfowl you can identify. Bus tours will take attendees to see marshland birds and waterfowl at Kahle Lake. Learn from local experts how to attract birds to your backyard, how to identify birds, how to choose the right optics, how to photograph birds. A program on birds of prey will be held at the Oil City Middle School. Three day package is $99, or deluxe for $249 which includes two nights lodging at Cross Creek Resort. Socializing events as well.
Place: Cross Creek Resort, Titusville, PA & surrounding area
Contact: Toni Kresinski
Phone: (800) 483-6264, ext. 110
http://www.oilregion.org/files/birding-festival.pdf