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Summer Birding
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Where
Meet at Perkins Visitor Center
Hannah Kirshenbaum of NYC Queer Birders leads this walk through the gardens and woodlands to seek out summer birds. Observe the plants, insects, and habitats at Wave Hill that make it so appealing for such a wide variety of birds.
A limited number of binoculars, monoculars, and walking sticks are available to borrow at the Perkins Visitor Center
Ages 10 and older welcome with an adult. Severe weather cancels.
Registration required; online or by calling 718.549.3200 x251.
Questions? Please contact us at information@wavehill.org or by calling the number and extension above.
Walks follow a route along mixed-material pathways with varying elevations. A limited amount of walking sticks are available to borrow. Pace varies from a slow walk to moderate walk throughout.
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Hannah Kirshenbaum
Hannah Kirshenbaum
Hannah Kirshenbaum is an avid birder, horticulturist, and advocate of the natural world. In 2020 they founded NYC Queer Birders as a way to cultivate community and explore the natural world of New York City with LGBTQIA+ bird-lovers. Through all seasons, Hannah leads educational birding events in all 5 boroughs and beyond. They love to welcome all bird enthusiasts, regardless of experience. Through their work as an urban horticulturist, they are devoted to cultivating beneficial ecosystems that are passionately influenced by their love of birds. Hannah's favorite bird is a Ruby-crowned kinglet because they are so adorable and you're lucky if you get to see their ruby crown!
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