Lycoming Audubon Society Autumn & Winter 2008-09 Events
	Sept. 13	Field trip to observe birds on Canfield Island. Mary Morrison, our Education Chair, will lead a walk of less than 2 miles on the 'island' just east of Williamsport to look for migrants, Pileated Woodpeckers, and hopefully even a Bald Eagle. All birdwatchers are welcome, including novices. Dress for the weather and, if there's been recent rain, expect some mud. Meet at 7:30 a.m. at the southeast corner of the Wegman's parking lot in Williamsport. Contact Mary with any questions before Noon on Friday, Sept. 12.
	Sept. 24	Monthly Meeting at 7 p.m. - Robin Van Auken, a historical archaeologist, author, and instructor is the principal investigator for the Muncy Heritage Park and Nature Trail, a multi-year project that serves as a site for archaeology field schools, as well as independent research projects for students in many fields of study. Muncy Heritage Park and Nature Trail, an 11-acre property adjacent to the West Branch of the Susquehanna River, is a community vision with broad appeal to residents of and visitors to Lycoming County, and is the focus of Ms. Van Auken's presentation.
	Oct. 11	Field trip to Waggoner's Gap during fall migration.  Hawk expert Joe Yoder will lead a trip to this excellent site in Cumberland County, west of Harrisburg (about 90 miles from Williamsport). Bring lunch and beverages, a cushion to sit on, and dress for the weather. Contact Joe to RSVP and with any questions about the trip.
	Oct. 22	Monthly Meeting at 7 p.m. - Carey Entz, Watershed Specialist for the Lycoming County Conservation District, presents on "Seasonal Pools and their Indicator Species". Seasonal Pools, also known as vernal pools, are unique types of wetland habitat. Because they are dry most of the year, seasonal pools are often overlooked. Forestry and human development frequently infringe on these critical habitats, which are required for certain animals to complete a phase of their lifecycle. Examples of such "indicator species" include Mole Salamanders, Wood Frogs, and the Eastern Spadefoot. Carey will bring turtles to the meeting!
	Nov. 19	Monthly Meeting at 7 p.m. - Dr. Terry Master, Professor of ornithology, animal behavior and ecology courses at East Stroudsburg University,presents on “Use of Riparian Birds as Bioindicators”. His talk will focus on the use of the Louisiana Waterthrush as a bioindicator of headwater stream ecological integrity and the use of colonially nesting Great Egrets and Black-crowned Night-Herons for the same purpose downstream on the Susquehanna River. These species of birds can act as barometers of environmental health by virtue of measurable responses to human impacts on their respective environments.
	Dec. 10	Monthly Meeting and Christmas Celebration, beginning at 6 p.m. in downtown Williamsport at the Genetti. As usual, Dave Shollenberger will provide an entertaining slide show, this one about the wildlife of the Pantanal, which is the world's largest contiguous wetland covering southern Brazil, Bolivia, and Paraguay. You are welcome to attend only the slide show presentation, which starts at 7:30 p.m. by leaving a donation to Lycoming Audubon.
	Dec. 14	Northern Lycoming Christmas Bird Count which is sponsored by the Rose Valley/Mill Creek Watershed Association.
	Dec. 28	Williamsport Christmas Bird Count.
	Jan. 28	Monthly Meeting at 7 p.m. - Details of the presentation will be announced soon
	Feb. 13-16	Great Backyard Bird Count - be sure to participate. Learn more.
	The nearby Seven Mountains Audubon Society offers periodic field trips.
	The Alpine Club of Williamsport offers periodic hikes and outings to enjoy the sights and sounds of nature.
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