All Programs Free of Charge
October
Nature Walk
DeKorte Park, Lyndhurst
Wednesday, Oct. 21, 10 a.m. to noon
Expert guides from the Bergen County Audubon Society lead a walk through this marvel of Meadowlands parks. They’ll be on the lookout for waterfowl, raptors, sparrows and more.
Meet outside the Meadowlands Environment Center, 2 DeKorte Park Plaza, Lyndhurst.
Contact: Don Torino – greatauk4@gmail.com or 201-230-4983.
November
Nature Walk
DeKorte Park, Lyndhurst
Sunday, Nov. 1, 10 a.m. to noon
Start November in nature with the Bergen County Audubon Society as your guide. They’ll be looking for raptors and ducks during this walk through the gem of the Meadowlands park system.
Meet in the Meadowlands Environment Center parking lot, 2 DeKorte Park Plaza, Lyndhurst.
Contact: Don Torino – greatauk4@gmail.com or 201-230-4983.
Raptor Walk
Meet by the AMVETS Memorial Carillon on Disposal Road, North Arlington
Wednesday, Nov. 11, 10 a.m. to noon
The Bergen County Audubon Society leads a walk in this excellent spot for raptor viewing. Keep your eyes peeled for kestrels, eagles, hawks and more.
Contact: Don Torino – greatauk4@gmail.com or 201-230-4983.
Special Nature Walk
Harrier Meadow, North Arlington
Sunday, Nov. 15, 10 a.m. to noon
Join the Bergen County Audubon Society for a special nature walk in this natural area that is usually closed to the public. They’ll be looking for raptors including, of course, the Northern Harrier!
Harrier Meadow is located off Disposal Road in North Arlington
Contact: Don Torino – greatauk4@gmail.com or 201-230-4983.
Nature Walk
Laurel Hill County Park, Secaucus
Wednesday, Nov. 18, 10 a.m. to noon
Eagles, kestrels and other raptors are likely to be seen on this nature walk led by the Bergen County Audubon Society.
Meet in the ballfield parking lot, 36 Laurel Hill Road.
Contact: Don Torino – greatauk4@gmail.com or 201-230-4983.
Nature Walk
Mill Creek Marsh, Secaucus
Sunday, Nov. 29, 10 a.m. to noon
November is a great time to see Green-winged Teal and other marvelous ducks at Mill Creek Marsh. The walk is led by the Bergen County Audubon Society.
Meet at the trail entrance, off the back parking lot of Bob’s Discount Furniture, 3 Mill Creek Drive, Secaucus.
Contact: Don Torino – greatauk4@gmail.com or (201) 230-4983.
Information About Nature Walks
The Bergen County Audubon Society leads year-round, free, guided nature walks. The family-friendly walks take place in parks and natural areas throughout the Meadowlands District. Guides bring spotting scopes so that participants can see wildlife up-close, including some of the more than 300 bird species that have been identified in the District, including three-dozen on the State Threatened, Endangered, and Species of Special Concern Lists. Participants are encouraged to bring binoculars and cameras.
To view photos and lists of species spotted on the walks visit our nature blog. You can also download our helpful guides below.
DeKorte Park Trail Guide
Bird List
Butterfly Guide