How to Watch Fall Migratory Birds in New Jersey

Posted by Anonymous , 9/5/2007 Tags:WatchFallMigratoryBirdsNewJersey
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How to Watch Fall Migratory Birds in New Jersey

Introduction

The most famous fall birding spot in New Jersey is Cape May, often listed among the top ten birding destinations in the country.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Steps

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Step One

Go to Cape May State Park for some of the best hawk-watching in the U.S. Other hawk watches take place at Sandy Hook and at Montclair.
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Step Two

Contact the Cape May Bird Observatory. It offers fall field trips and nature tours as well as other educational activities.
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Step Three

Visit the Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge to see ducks, geese, shorebirds and migrating passerines.
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Step Four

Check the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge and the Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge for waterfowl and shorebirds. The upland area of Supawna Meadows is good for migrating songbirds in fall.
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Step Five

Check the New Jersey Audubon Society site for birding information and a list of field trips.

Tips & Warnings

  • If you'd rather not bird by yourself, sign up for a professional birding tour.
  • Ticks occur in New Jersey all year. Bring a powerful insect repellent.

Overall Things You'll Need

  • Spotting Scopes
  • Binoculars
  • Birding Checklists
  • Insect Repellents
  • Maps
  • New Jersey Travel Guides
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