Page 6 THE VILLADOM TIMES IV • September 1, 2010 Area Northern New Jersey is now in the early stages of what may be one of the most impressive bird migration seasons Annual NJ Meadowlands Festival of Birding set since 1978 LANDSCAPE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION, INC. ever. Like the birds that visit the woods, wetlands, and waterways of our region, hundreds of birders will flock together on Sept. 11 and 12 for two days of field trips, workshops, and activities during the Seventh Annual New Jersey Meadowlands Festival of Birding. The event is organized by Hackensack Riverkeeper and the New Jersey Audubon Society, and hosted by the New Jersey Meadowlands Commission. Among the activities available to festival-goers are: • “Birding By Boat” tours on the Hackensack River conducted aboard the pontoon boats of Hackensack Riverkeeper and the NJMC with NJAS guides assisting. • Early-morning demonstrations of bird banding at Harrier Meadow. Italian Herb Bistro Night Wednesday, September 8th at 7 pm at our Saddle River Landscape Gallery We have partnered with Ridgewood Culinary Studios for a fun and informative evening. We will be hosting a hands-on demonstration of herb container planting and the ladies of the Ridgewood Culinary Studio will be preparing specialty appetizers. The cost is $10.00 (to be collected at the door) for supplies. Please call our office at (201) 891-1199 to register or email events@jacobsenlandscape.com. (Rain Date - Thursday, September 9th) ‘With over 8,000 acres of protected wetlands habitat, the Meadowlands is an amazing urban oasis, and one well worth exploring.’ -- New Jersey Audubon Society President Thomas Gilmore. • Bird walks at locations including Richard W. DeKorte Park in Lyndhurst, Mill Creek Marsh Trail in Secaucus, Liberty State Park in Jersey City, the Celery Farm Natural Area in Allendale, and a Hawk Watch at State Line Lookout in Alpine. • Paddle/birding tours of the Sawmill Creek marshes in the Meadowlands. • Indoor presentations on birding basics, the nature of New Jersey, “All about Butterflies,” and “Rapp’n with Raptors” – a presentation featuring live birds of prey. • Displays by festival partners, local nature centers, and L ABarnstablePCourt, Saddle River •D201.825.4440 S N D S C A E G A L L E RY A N G A R D E N 11 www.jacobsenlandscape.com ESIGN CENTER 413 Godwin Avenue, Midland Park • 201.891.1199 D the opportunity to purchase optics, books, birdfeeders and other birding supplies. “The month of September is a great time for birding in the Meadowlands – perhaps even the best time,” according to NJAS President Tom Gilmore. “With over 8,000 acres of protected wetlands habitat, the Meadowlands is an amazing urban oasis, and one well worth exploring.” One highlight of every festival is the keynote program. This year, Richard Crossley, a native of Yorkshire, England and a resident of Cape May, New Jersey since 1991, will speak about bird identification and the increasing role of digital photography in birding. Crossley is the author of “The Shorebird Guide,” and the recently-published “Crossley ID Guide: Eastern Birds.” Unlike earlier styles of field guides, his books are being written to have a have an impact on how people view birds, wildlife, and books. At $40 per ticket – the same price as in previous years – festival-goers will be able to participate in as many activities as they can over the two days. Children between the ages of 10 and 17 who are interested in birds and birding are invited to attend free of charge when accompanied by a paying adult. In addition to the bird-related activities, morning coffee and a catered lunch will be provided on Saturday, Sept. 11 for all attendees. Because birds have to fly regardless of weather, the festival will take place rain or shine. “With such a full lineup of activities taking place from the Meadowlands to Liberty State Park to the Palisades, there is plenty for both expert and novice to enjoy,” said Riverkeeper Captain Bill Sheehan. “We at Hackensack Riverkeeper, New Jersey Audubon and the Meadowlands Commission are eager to share the joys of birding our unique urban wilderness with all of them.” Tickets may be purchased online at www.HackensackRiverkeeper.org or by calling the offices of Hackensack Riverkeeper (201) 968-0808 between the hours of 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. There are opportunities for many people to attend the festival, but space is limited. Reserve your spot as soon as possible. Coming October 13th! 9-1-10 pat/janine JacobsonLandsc2x5Color(9-1-10) 2 x 5” ����� in business A Pictorial Supplement to The Villadom TIMES Introduce that special woman in your organization to the community. 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