In Search of the Conservancy's Beach Nesters
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 Oyster Catchers © TNC
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Date:
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Time:
9:00 am - noon
Overview:
Why do the beach nesters do what they do? Join Conservancy staff member Alyssa Allen for a unique chance to observe Piping Plovers, Least Terns, American Oyster Catchers and other beach-nesting birds, while examing the important habitat being protected by The Nature Conservancy at the Cape May Migratory Bird Refuge. Witness the tireless effort of the Conservancy's Volunteer Piping Plover Patrol and find out how you can help abate threats to these critical species on the brink.
Guide:
Alyssa Allen, Volunteer Program Specialist, The Nature Conservancy
Registration/Fee:
The fee is $20 for Conservancy members and $30 for non-members. Be prepared to caravan. Please contact Sally Van de Water at (609) 861-0600 or svandewater@tnc.org.
Meeting Place:
Please call for meeting place.