Ed Coyle asked me to post this to the list. The site in question is admittedly a tiny part of New York State, but I feel sure that it has been enjoyed by birders from all parts, and that many people will take interest in this opportunity to improve the habitat there.
Hello Long Island Birders, Some help is needed. As many of you know, the exotic black pines at Jones Beach West End have been declining for years. The result has been a loss of habitat for some of our favorite birds. After several false starts, a real chance at re-foresting the area is underway. This is where you come in! Volunteers are needed to plant some of the 1500 native pitch pine seedlings that will arrive for the weekend of November 21 and 22. It is a simple, but laborious, task. Instruction will be given. We will plant rain or shine. Timing is critical to get these in the ground for the greatest yield to this investment. If you care to be included in the planting crew, email Ed Coyle at [email protected]. We will meet at the Theodore Roosevelt Nature Center at 8:00 am. There will be a volunteer release form to sign. Bring a spade, small shovel, or trowel as the nature center has only a few. Don't forget your gloves. If you have any questions contact Annie McIntyre at the center;516-679-7254. Thanks, in advance, for being part of the future of Jones Beach birding. Ed Coyle -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES Archives: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/[email protected]/maillist.html 2) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
