The Panama City Crayfish: A Status Account from the Inside. Presented by Samantha Hermann and Patty Kelly US Fish & Wildlife Service Sam and Patty will explain efforts in progress that conserve our endemic crayfish. They will inform us on how it takes a village, the Bay County Conservancy, the local Panama City Parks, the…
We will meet at the parking area of Pitt Springs Recreation Area on Hwy 20 near the bridge over Econfina Creek at 8:00-8:15. This is a fairly easy one-mile hike over uneven trails with some elevation changes. Expect lots of beautiful wildflowers and hopefully, spring migrants and other area birds such as red-headed woodpeckers. Wear…
‘The Locals: Shorebirds of the Florida Panhandle’ presented by Collette Lauzau Panhandle Shorebird Program Director, Audubon Florida. Nesting season is an exciting time for Florida’s shorebirds and seabirds, as they raise the next generation along our beaches. Join us to learn about these fascinating birds, the challenges they encounter, and the steps we can take…
Migrants are usually present on the island during the Spring Migration. We will be birding in the youth camping area, located about 1 mile past the entrance gate on the left. Meet in the parking area by the restrooms at 9:00 Eastern Time (8:00 Central). Allow 2 hours to get there from Panama City. Bring…
Earth Day 2025 Join BCAS and Other Local Conservation Groups 9:00am-1:00 pm Oaks by the Bay Park in St. Andrews …
WELCOME TO EARTH DAY 2O25 Date: Saturday, April 19th Time: 9am to 1pm Location: 'Oaks-by-the-Bay' Park, 10th St. and Chestnut Ave., St. Andrews 1) Participants: 'Earth-Day-Booths,' 'Saturday-Market-Vendors' and all of you! 2) Tree-Give-Giveaway: 'Florida Forest Service,' 240-1 Gal., Species- 'Red Maple, Crape Myrtle, Shumard Oak, Pecan, American Elm and Live Oak.' i.e. ‘booth-site,’ #16. 3) 'Singing and Dancing’/Performance:' a) 'Dancing:' the ‘Kasba-Dancers’…
Birding at Audubon Laidlaw Preserve near Vernon We will be joined by members of Choctawhatchee Audubon Society to look for the resident birds and late migrants. Bring a picnic lunch, insect repellent and your binoculars. You can meet at the gate on Hwy 79 at 9:00am if you know where it is, or you can…
“Year in Review" Installation of Officers, Annual Awards, and Sponsor Recognition A short program, to be announced.
SEPTEMBER PROGRAM: Landscaping for wildlife using native plants. Our first program will be given by Ron Houser, a long-time BCAS member and member of the Sweetbay Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society. Ron will explain the vital connection between native plants, insects and birds. He will show how you can create a more wildlife-friendly…
Saturday, September 13 – Beginner Bird Walk. Panama City Garden Club 810 Garden Club Drive 7:30am. Bird Sit available. Binoculars & refreshments. Meet at parking lot in front of building. The Field Trip leader is Gail Casteel.
Audubon Community Science: How volunteer data helps our birds and informs conservation policy. Presented by Norm Capra Bird data reported by community scientists is central to Audubon’s legacy. The involvement of community scientists is fundamental to Audubon’s work in improving the lives of birds. The cornerstone is the Christmas Bird Count (CBC, photo above), begun in…
We hope to see some migrating birds, including hawks, and lots of shorebirds along the bay and Gulf front. Meet at 9:15 a.m Eastern time (8:15 Central) at Frank Pate Park by the rest rooms. This is near the lighthouse and boat ramp. Allow about 1 hour to get there from Panama City. We will…
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The 2024-25 season has ended. We are breaking for the summer. The montly birdwalks at Camp Helen will continue through the summer. The Board will be busy planning for our 2025-2026 activities. Check here often for updates.