Young Black Professionals of Western New York

Hello everyone!

This weekend, we will be visiting Buckhorn State Park for the birding for some Fall birding. The location is a popular birding hotspot on Grand Island near the Niagara River, showcasing some beautiful scenery. Historically, 221 species of birds have been spotted at this beautiful location, with some of the highlights being tundra swans, various songbirds, and numerous waterfowl. We may even see some migratory birds, such as warblers, thrushes, and vireos. Some of these birds tend to be quite colorful. The event is open to birders of all levels. We will be walking through mostly wooded areas with a mixture of some fantastic vantage points where we can look out at the Niagara River. Let's meet in the Woods Creek Kayak launch parking lot. Check out the map for more details.

For an even more exciting birding experience, please consider bringing the following:

1. A bird identification field guide or smartphone app
   (All the apps are free.)

Merlin Bird ID (App)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J1C-Q-z_np0

Audubon Bird ID (App)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d8MS-sBPYdM

iNaturalist (App)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xENz1xRu0wI

https://www.audubon.org/news/what-bird-guide-best-you (A link on field guidebooks)

2. A pair of binoculars

8x42, 8x50, 10x42, and 10x50 are the usual magnification specs. I can provide one of my spare pairs if you do not own one.

3. An appetite for adventure and discovery of natural wonders. (strongly recommended)
4. A digital camera for bird/nature photography (optional)
5. Using the Ebird app for documenting the birds that you encounter (optional)
   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-t-0xAjxakw&t=1s
   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bvYYeDd05TQ
6. Portable snacks in case you get hungry and bottled water (optional, but recommended)
7. Bring a pair of shoes that you are not afraid of getting dirty. Some of the trails can be muddy or uneven.

COVID-19 precaution: Masks are optional. Full disclosure: I am fully vaccinated.

I realize that I have thrown a lot of information at you. Feel free to contact me via the comment section or at slawson1991@gmail.com for more details. Hope to see you there!

Official Trailer:
https://youtu.be/bmr8YmwnZ3w?

Synopsis:
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I've already purchased my ticket. 😊

Please purchase your ticket whenever and however is best for you. 😀

I used the Fandango app but you can purchase using whichever method works best for you. 😊

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Official Movie Trailer:
https://youtu.be/ex3C1-5Dhb8

🗣️📣 This is 4DX experience where your seat MAY move a LOT, water is sprayed, flashing lights, scents and fog may be released, etc.🗣️📣

Please watch 0:28 - 2:28 of this YouTube link so you're well-prepared for the 4DX experience ahead of time 😁:

https://youtu.be/FN03zZRHSHA

✨If you use the free Regal Crown card your movie ticket will only be $14.80 instead of the usual $20.00 for a film shown in 4DX since it's RCC Value Day (Tuesday). 😊✨

Please purchase your tickets whenever and wherever is best for you. 😀

I've already purchased my ticket. 😊

I used the Fandango app but you can purchase using whichever method works best for you. 😊

Fandango &/or Regal's website can be clutch by allowing you to see which seats have already been sold. 👌🏾

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