OrangeAudubonSociety

2019–2020PROGRAMS, MEMBERSHIP,

FIELD TRIPS, SPECIAL EVENTS

P.O. BOX 941142 - MAITLAND, FL 32794-1142www.orangeaudubonfl.org

OAS CONTACTS

OFFICERSPresident ..........................Deborah Green ................................(407) 637-2525..........................................or....................................info@orangeaudubonfl.org1st Vice Pres ....................Kathy Rigling....................................(407) 488-95592nd Vice Pres ...................Rick Baird ........................................(407) 277-3357Secretary ..........................Linda Gaunt. ....................................(941) 704-1189Treasurer ..........................Teresa Williams ...............................(407) 644-0796

COMMITTEE CHAIRSBirdathon .......................Kathy Rigling ................................ (407) 488-9559Climate ..........................Marah Green ................................ (561) 201-8131....................................... and Victoria Schwartz .................. (954) 778-3295Conservation .................Terry Piper .................................... (321) 436-4932Education .......................Melissa Gonzalez ......................... (239) 404-9248Field Trips ...................... Larry Martin .................................. (407) 647-5834Finance ..........................Milton Heiberg .............................. (407) 658-4869Hospitality ...................... Laurel Roberts ............................. (407) 277-3357Mead Garden ................. Larry Martin .................................. (407) 647-5834Membership ................... Linda Gaunt ................................. (941) 704-1189....................................... and Deborah Green ..................... (407) 637-2525Member Data .................Mike Daley ................................... (407) 417-7818Nature Edu. Cntr ............Deborah Green ............................ (407) 637-2525Nominating .................... Linda Gaunt ................................. (941) 704-1189OASis Editor ..................Deborah Green ............................ (407) 637-2525Photo Contest ................Teresa Williams ............................ (407) 644-0796Programs .......................Rick Baird ..................................... (407) 277-3357Publicity .........................Deborah Green ............................ (407) 637-2525Sanctuaries ....................Kathy Rigling ................................ (407) 488-9559Silent Auction ................. Linda Gaunt ................................. (941) 704-1189....................................... and Lori Parsons .......................... (301) 814-3442Speakers’ Bureau .......... Linda Carpenter ........................... (407) 628-4633Webmaster ....................Milton Heiberg .............................. (407) 658-4869Wildlife Surveys .............Kathy Rigling ................................ (407) 488-9559

PROGRAMS 2019–2020All programs are free and open to the public. They take place on the third Thursday of the month at 7:00 PM (except January and June, which start at 6:00 PM) in the Camellia Room at Leu Gardens in Orlando. For directions, visit www.leugardens.org/plan/directions.htm.

Sep 19 ..............Red-cockaded Woodpeckers and ....................... Healthy Pine Ecosystems

– Jon Hoch

Oct 17 ...............The Monarch-Milkweed Initiative– Scott Davis

Nov 21 ..............Nature Photography Tips – Jack Rogers

Dec 19 ..............Amazing Snakes ..........................– George Van Horn

Jan 16 ..............The Big Year – A 2011 Film about Three Men Obsessed with Birding ..........................– Greg Miller, Commentator

Feb 20 ..............Translocating Florida Scrub-Jays .......................... – Lauren Deaner

Mar 19 ..............Twenty Years of Freshwater Turtle Sampling ..........................– Eric Munscher

Apr 16 ...............Comeback of the Snail Kites ..........................– Tyler Beck

May 21...............Birds of Lake County ..........................– Gallus Quigley

Jun 18 ..............OAS Silent Auction & Hospitality (6:00 PM) ..........................32nd Annual Chertok Nature Photography ..........................Contest Awards Program (~6:45 PM) ..........................– Teresa Williams

Please join us for these entertaining and informative programs!

ORANGE AUDUBON SOCIETY

MISSION STATEMENTThe purpose and dedication of Orange Audubon Society (OAS) is to promote public understanding of, and an interest in, wildlife and the environment that supports it. OAS’ edu-cation programs foster the recognition of the tangible and intangible values in the remaining natural areas of Florida and the world, and our responsibility for the conservation of the Earth’s natural ecosystems and the services that they provide for the health of the planet.

MEETINGS AND PROGRAMSPrograms include a 45-minute educational presentation, details about the month’s upcoming field trip, and brief announcements. All programs are free and open to the public. They take place on the third Thursday of each month in September through May from 7:00 to 9:00 PM, except January and June, which are from 6:00 to 9:00 PM. All are at Leu Gardens in the Camellia Room, 1920 North Forest Avenue, Orlando. There are no programs in July and August.

The January program includes special events and film associated with the North Shore Birding Festival. The June program includes finger food hospitality and a silent auction beginning at 6:00 PM, followed by a presentation of the entries and awards for Orange Audubon Society’s (OAS) Chertok Florida Native Nature Photog-raphy Contest.

Regular board meetings are held September through May at 6 PM immediately preceding the programs. A summer board meeting, usually held in July, will be announced on OAS’ website. Any current OAS member may attend. Members are encouraged to participate on any of OAS’ various committees. Contact the chair of the committee to offer your help.

Great Blue Herons—Donald Martin First Place–Novice Category

2019 Chertok Nature Photography Contest

Anhinga Swimming—Candace CurtisHonorable Mention–Advanced Category

2019 Chertok Nature Photography Contest

Tiny Teeth – Young American Alligator—Kristian BellThird Place–Advanced Category

2019 Chertok Nature Photography Contest

Itchy Eye Dragonfly – Great Blue Skimmer—Jake Turner Fifth Place–Youth Category

2019 Chertok Nature Photography Contest

FIELD TRIPS 2019–2020Regular Field Trips

Regular field trips showcase Florida’s wildlife in natural conditions and most involve leisurely walks. Check the OASis for details before each trip. Leader: Larry Martin—(407) 647-5834 or lmartin5@msn.com.Sep 21 .................Crosby Island Marsh Preserve, SE Orange County, FREEOct 19 ..................Mead Botanical Garden, Winter Park, FREENov 23 .................Smyrna Dunes Park, New Smyrna Beach, FREE Dec ......................Local Christmas Bird Counts (see OASis for dates), FREEJan 16-20 .............Participate in North Shore Birding Festival Feb 15 .................Participate in Orlando Wetlands Festival, Christmas, FREEMar 21 .................Little Big Econ State Forest, Geneva, FREE Apr 18 ..................Mead Botanical Garden, Winter Park, FREEMay 23 .................Bulow Creek State Park, Ormond Beach, FREE

Limited Edition Field TripsLimited Edition Field Trips are restricted to 15 people per trip. Cost per person per trip is $10 members; $15 non-members. Reservations are required and taken the week before the trip by leader Bob Sanders—(407) 459-5617.Sat, Sep 28 .............Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge, TitusvilleSun, Oct 13 .............Three Lakes WMA, Osceola County Sat, Nov 9 ...............Lake Apopka North Shore, Clay Island Sun, Dec 15 ............Lake Jesup Conservation Area—Marl Bed Flats, Sanford Sun, Jan 12 ............Fort De Soto Park, Pinellas County Sun, Feb 23 ............Lake Harney Wilderness Area, GenevaSat, Mar 28 .............Orlando Wetlands Park, Christmas Sun, Apr 19 .............Fort De Soto Park, Pinellas CountySat, May 30 ............Three Lakes WMA, Osceola County

Listing Field TripsMake 2020 your biggest year and see more birds in June—Florida’s toughest summer month for birding. Attend these Listing field trips organized by Kathy Rigling—(407) 488-9559. Check the OASis for cost and other details.Jan 4 .........Your Biggest Year, Orlando Wetlands ParkJun 6 ........June Challenge Kickoff (location TBA)

Overnight Field TripsNorth Florida Birding & Seacrest Wolf Preserve Private Tour Dates: Dec 5–8, 2019. Seacrest private group tour Thurs.; birding St. Marks NWR & Red Hills Region including Tall Timbers Fri.–Sun. Cost: $100 members/$115 non-members; includes local expert guides, Seacrest admission, 3 lunches and grill night. Seacrest tour only, $45/$55; includes Seacrest admission and lunch.Registration/lodging/other details: Teresa Williams—(407) 644-0796

Puerto Rico Birding with Wildside Nature ToursProfessional Guide: Gabriel LugoDates: Mar 11–16, 2020 Cost: $1700-Dbl Occ; includes guide, meals & lodgingTrip limit: Group of 5–7 or 10–14 participantsInformation: Deborah Green—(407) 637-2525

NE Florida, Georgia, & South Carolina Birding Dates: May 8–10, 2020. Stops in coastal NE Florida, Georgia & South Carolina to see northward shorebird migration, SE breeding and migrant birds Cost: $70 members/$85 non-members; includes local expert guides, field trip fees, picnic supper Fri. & lunch Sat. Registration: Teresa Williams—(407) 644-0796 Lodging/other details: Deborah Green—(407) 637-2525

ORANGE AUDUBON ClassesBeginners’ Bird Identification

Instructor: Bob Sanders—(407) 459-5617 Registration: Teresa Williams—(407) 644-0796 Cost per Season: $30 members; $45 non-members; $10 youth (12 & under) with registered adult Locations: Orlando Wetlands Park and Lake Jesup Dates/Time: Saturdays, 8:30 AM–12:30 PM Fall—Oct 5, 12 & 19, 2019 Spring—Mar 7, 14 & 21, 2020Class Limit: 20 participants each season

Birds of Prey IdentificationInstructor: Bob Sanders—(407) 459-5617Suggested Donation Each Trip: $5 members; $10 non-membersAttend single or multiple days; no registration requiredLocation: Lake Apopka Restoration Area, Lust Rd., ApopkaDates: Sundays, Dec 1, 2019; Jan 5 & Feb 2, 2020Time: 7:30 AM–1:00 PM

Butterfly IdentificationInstructors: Mary Keim and Randy Snyder—rssmhk@gmail.comRegistration: Teresa Williams—(407) 644-0796 Cost: $10 members; $15 non-membersLocation: Orlando Wetlands Park, ChristmasDate/Time: Saturday, Oct 26, 2019; 9:00 AM–12:00 NOONClass Limit: 15 participants

Photographers’ Workshops Youth & Family Photo WorkshopInstructor: Susan Kirby—(443) 994-9909Registration: Teresa Williams—(407) 644-0796 Cost: $5 members; $15 non-members per adult;youth (10–17) FREE with registered adultLocation: Mead Botanical Garden, Winter Park Date/Time: Saturday, Oct 19, 2019; 1:00–4:00 PM

Sunrise Photo ShootInstructor: Milton Heiberg—(407) 658-4869Registration: Teresa Williams—(407) 644-0796Cost: $60 members; $75 non-membersLocation: Orlando Wetlands Park, ChristmasDate/Time: Saturday, Feb 22, 2020; 6:00–10:00 AMClass Limit: 12 participants

Green PLACE Nature & Photography HikeCo-leaders: Beth Jackson, Orange County naturalist, and Susan Kirby, wildlife photographer

Ideal for youth, families, and others to get great tips on wildlife photography and learn about the easy-to-photograph plant and animal inhabitants of this Orange County Green PLACE property. Check the OASis for details. FREE

Location: Savage Christmas Creek Preserve, ChristmasDate/Time: Saturday, Feb 29, 2020; 9:00–11:30 AM

Other classes & events may be added during the season. Every effort is made to assure the accuracy of brochure contents, but events are subject to change without notice and OAS cannot be responsible for changes that were unforeseen at press time. Before each activity please check the OASis and other information at https://www.orangeaudubonfl.org for the latest details.

SPECIAL EVENTSFall Mead Botanical Garden Bird Walks, Winter ParkOct 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2019; 8:00 AM—(407) 647-5834Festival of Flight and Flowers, EustisOct 11–13, 2019—(407) 488-9559Backyard Biodiversity Day, Mead Botanical Garden Oct 19, 2019—(407) 637-2525Audubon Florida Assembly, GainesvilleOct 25–26, 2019—(407) 637-2525Lake Eola Fiesta in the Park, Orlando Nov 2–3, 2019—(407) 644-0796Creatures of the Night Tram Ride, Orlando Wetlands ParkNov 9, 2019—(407) 644-0796North Shore Birding Festival, Lake Apopka www.orangeaudubonfl.org/festivalJan 16–20, 2020—(407) 637-2525Orlando Wetlands Festival, Christmas, FLFeb 15, 2020—(407) 637-25255% Profit Day to benefit Orange Audubon Society Ethos Vegan Kitchen, Winter ParkMar 28, 2020—(407) 637-2525Spring Mead Botanical Garden Bird Walks, Winter Park Apr 4, 11, 18 & 25, 2020; 8:00 AM—(407) 647-5834Chertok Nature Photography Contest Deadline to submit all entries: April 16, 2020Deadline to replace disqualified entries: May 21, 2020Awards: June 18, 2020—(407) 644-0796OAS Birdathon and Fort De Soto TripApr 18, 2020—(407) 488-9559Apopka Art & Foliage Festival, Apopka Apr 25–26, 2020—(407) 637-2525 Central Florida Earth Day, Lake Eola, Orlando Apr 25, 2020—(407) 488-9559Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive 5th Anniversary May 2, 2020—(407) 637-2525Baby Owl Shower, Audubon Center for Birds of Prey, MaitlandMay 9, 2020—(407) 644-0190

Citizen ScienceBird Surveys, Wekiwa Springs State Park Second Saturdays (with some exceptions)—(407) 488-9559

Eagle Watch Training Fall 2019—http://eaglewatchflorida.org/register.html

Christmas Bird Counts Dec 15, 2019–January 5, 2020—See OASis for dates

Great Backyard Bird Count Feb 14–17, 2020—http://gbbc.birdcount.org/Jay Watch Training May 2020—http://fl.audubon.org/get-involved/jay-watch

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MEMBERSHIPOrange Audubon Society, Inc. (OAS) is a Florida nonprofit or-ganization [501(c)(3)], a chapter of National Audubon Society (NAS) and Florida Audubon Society, and has ~2,000 house-holds as members. Any level of new membership dues that originates through OAS—your local chapter—stays with OAS supporting efforts to protect Florida’s natural environment and entitles you to three publications: NAS’ bimonthly magazine, Audubon; Audubon Florida’s triannual publication, Audubon Florida Natu ralist; and OAS’ monthly e-newsletter, OASis.To become a NEW MEMBER through OAS, complete the form below. This form is not for renewals. National Audubon So ciety will send renewal notices directly to you and any level of re-newal dues paid thereafter will stay with NAS, not your chapter.Please contact miked129e@gmail.com or (407) 417-7818 for renewal date information.New and existing members, please contact membership@orangeaudubonfl.org or (407) 637-2525 to update your email address for timely notice of the exciting programs, field trips and other activities that OAS has planned for you.

To volunteer with Orange Audubon Society—volunteer@orangeaudubonfl.orgTo receive OAS’ monthly e-newsletter —membership@orangeaudubonfl.org

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