Upcoming Virtual and In-store Programs
The Hot Birds of Summer: A Guide to LI's Breeding Birds
Stella Miller, WBU
Virtual Program
June 19th at 7pm
Join us for an informative program exploring the vibrant world of Long Island’s summer-breeding birds. From the melodic songs of wood thrushes in the woods to the spectacle of shorebirds along the coast, we’ll delve into the behaviors, habitats, and identification tips for species that call lower New York home during the nesting season. We’ll also touch on the incredible journeys these birds make—where they come from, how they get here, and what triggers their return each year. Whether you’re a seasoned birder or just curious about the birds in your backyard, this program offers a closer look at the avian life that fills our summer with sound, color, and wonder.
About the Speaker: Stella Miller is the Communication, Education, and Outreach Manager at Wild Birds Unlimited of Syosset and the former president of Huntington-Oyster Bay Audubon. Since 2006, she has led numerous conservation advocacy efforts, including co-founding the Preserve Plum Island Coalition, coordinating habitat restoration projects, mentoring youth, and launching a national campaign to protect raptors at landfills. Stella currently serves as a member of the Palisades Interstate Parks League of Naturalists and is a founding board member of Reel Earth Films, a nonprofit focused on wildlife filmmaking. She is an experienced public speaker who presents on a wide range of bird-related topics and is currently conducting bird surveys for a forthcoming guide to the birds of Harriman State Park.
Bird Feeding 101: Mastering The Art of Attracting Birds to Your Yard
Christine Burke, WBU
Instore Program
June 21st at 9am
New to bird feeding? Been doing it awhile, but want to up your game? Then this class is for you! Christine Burke, co-owner of Wild Birds Unlimited, and a bird feeding expert, will show you the ropes in this comprehensive course. You’ll learn the best types of foods to feed, which feeders work best and how you can be seasonally savvy. You’ll also learn how to thwart pesky critters and create welcoming habitats for birds! This program will arm you with the knowledge you need in order to attract birds to your backyard-and keep them coming back!
SPACE IS LIMITED! REGISTER BY CALLING 516-226-1780
Raptors: Hunters of the Sky
Stella Miller, WBU
Virtual Program
July 17th at 7pm
All raptors have a hooked beak, strong feet with sharp talons, remarkable eyesight, and a carnivorous diet. This fascinating family includes nocturnal hunting owls, day hunting hawks; fish-eating ospreys, go-speed racer falcons, majestic eagles and nature’s clean up crew, vultures. Some are migratory, while others are year-round residents of lower NYS. Raptors are apex predators that can be seen everywhere: in your backyard, the city, or in the wilds. In this program you will learn about lower NYS’s diurnal birds of prey, their adaptations and how to identify them.
Leggy Locals: Wading Birds of Our Wetlands
Stella Miller, WBU
Virtual Program
August 14th at 7pm
From the statuesque Great Blue Heron to the secretive American Bittern, New York’s wetlands are home to an elegant array of wading birds. Join us for an engaging exploration of these long-legged hunters as we delve into their identification, behaviors, habitats of our most common wading birds. This program is ideal for birders of all levels, nature lovers, and anyone curious about the avian life hidden in our marshes and shores. Whether you’re preparing for your next visit to Montezuma NWR, Jamaica Bay, or your local pond, you’ll leave with a deeper appreciation for these striking and often overlooked birds.