Photos courtesy of Richard Moss: NY State Senate Minority Leader Robert Ortt, left, presents a state Senate Commendation Award to Carl Zenger of Lockport. At right are Julie Hain and Dave Zenger, two of Zenger’s children who came from out of state to witness the presentation.

By Richard Moss, President of the Friends of the Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge

LOCKPORT – Carl Zenger of Lockport has received a New York state Senate commendation from Minority Leader Sen. Robert G. Ortt in recognition of Zenger’s volunteer work at the Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge.

Zenger, a retired mechanical engineer, has been recognized by peers, staff and the community for his unparalleled dedication to conservation. Since starting his volunteer journey in 1997, Zenger, 87, has invested over 45,000 hours — equivalent to over 22 years of a full-time employee. This all occurred after his full-time career.

Zenger also served as a volunteer firefighter for most of his adult life. So volunteering is in his blood, as Ortt put it Friday, when he presented the award at his Lockport offices.

“If everyone gave 45,000 hours – heck, if everyone gave 5,000 hours – we’d be in a much better place,” Ortt said in citing Zenger’s achievement.

(Left) Carl Zenger displays his state Senate Commendation Certificate. (Center) The state Senate Commendation coin. (Right) State Senate Commendation Award desk plaque presented to Carl Zenger.

Ortt presented Zenger with a certificate, a state Senate commendation coin, and a desk plaque he can display.

“I counted it up and I’ve woken up at 5:30 a.m. to go to the refuge 5,000 times,” said Zenger, who is usually the first one at the refuge in the morning.

Zenger said he is extremely proud of the purple martin nesting program he helped start at the refuge. He also has been heavily involved in the bluebird and kestrel nesting programs at the refuge. But he also does a lot of maintenance work, mowing and plowing, and servicing the tractors. He also has built hundreds of bluebird houses over the years.

Among the accolades Zenger has been receiving is being named Refuge Volunteer of the Year in the 2025 National Wildlife Refuge Awards by the National Wildlife Refuge Association. That national award will be formally presented on Oct. 15 during an invitation-only luncheon at Bent’s Opera House in Medina, said Richard Moss, president of the Friends of Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge, who is helping organize that event.

Zenger was also named 2024 Volunteer of the Year for the Northeast Region of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and has been recognized by Congresswoman Claudia Tenney for his commitment to the community.

Sept. 6 open house will discuss efforts to support cavity-nesting birds

Photo by Dan Rosentreter: These are examples of cavity-nesting birdhouses made by Dan Rosentreter.

Press Release, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Orleans County

KNOWLESVILLE – Cornell Cooperative Extension of Orleans County is partnering with AviNest to launch a hands-on conservation effort that protects native birds, restores local habitats, and gets the community involved—starting with a new Bluebird Trail at the fairgrounds.

Cavity-nesting birds like bluebirds, chickadees, and wrens are losing safe places to raise their young, but a local AviNest is stepping in to help.

AviNest, led by Medina business owner hobby conservationist Dan Rosentreter, is now part of Orleans County Cornell Cooperative Extension. Together, they’re expanding efforts to protect native bird species, restore habitat, and get the community involved in hands-on conservation work.

AviNest started with a simple idea: build and maintain safe nesting spaces for birds that need a little extra help. Today, Rosentreter maintains a network of 47 nest boxes across Medina, including in State Street Park, Pine Street Park, Lyons Park, Gulf Street Park and Boxwood Cemetery.

Now with support from CCE, AviNest is preparing to offer community classes and workshops covering topics like bird banding, nest box clean-outs, chickadee nest monitoring, invasive species management, working with 4-H youth, experimenting with new bird box designs, and eventually setting up a live-streaming bird box camera at the Orleans County Fairgrounds.

AviNest is also developing a new Bluebird Trail at the Fairgrounds and is currently seeking volunteers and donations to help bring the project to life.

“What began as a personal hobby with birds has grown into something much bigger,” said Rosentreter. “Now it’s about building community, supporting local wildlife, and making a real impact.”

Photo by Dan Rosentreter, Hi-Res Wildlife Photography: An Eastern Bluebird arrives at a nest box.

In addition to leading AviNest, Dan is a director of the New York State Bluebird Society and a talented wildlife photographer. His photo of an Eastern Bluebird taken right here in Western New York reflects the heart of AviNest’s mission—giving birds a safe place to call home.

The AviNest Open House is happening on Sept. 6 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend, meet Dan, and learn more about how to support cavity-nesting birds in our region.

For questions, to get involved, or to donate, contact orleans@cornell.edu, call 585-798-4265. (Click here for more information to donate through PayPal).

Daniel Quatro of Albion took this photo of a starry night with an Erie Canal bridge. The photo, entitled “Star Trails,” won second place in the “Classic Canal” category of the annual Erie Canalway Photo Contest in 2024.

Press Release, Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor

WATERFORD – The Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor is calling for entries for its annual Erie Canalway Photo Contest.

Amateur and professional photographers are invited to submit up to three images that capture the canals’ beauty, vibrancy, and character. Winning photos will be featured in the 2026 Erie Canalway Calendar. Entries must be submitted or postmarked by Aug. 29.

Images will be judged in four contest categories: On the Water, Along the Trail, Canal Celebrations & Communities, and Classic Canal. Judges will select first, second, and third place winning images in each category, as well as 12 honorable mentions.

Submitted images must be horizontal format and taken within the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor, which spans 524 miles across the full expanse of upstate New York. It encompasses the Erie, Cayuga-Seneca, Oswego, and Champlain canals and their historic alignments, as well as more than 230 canal communities.

Download official contest rules and an entry form at www.eriecanalway.org/get-involved/photo-contest.

Jules Hoepting, formerly of Albion and now a Perry resident, received an honorable mention in 2024 for this winter scene of the Erie Canal in the Gaines Basin. Her photo is entitled, “Winter Sunset.”

Press Release, NYS Department of Environmental Conservation

Photo courtesy of DEC: Benjamin Ferguson, a fisherman from Lowville, holds his record-breaking brook trout.

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced a new state record for brook trout.

Benjamin Ferguson, a dedicated brook trout angler from Lowville, Lewis County, caught a 22-inch, six-pound three-ounce “brookie” from the St. Regis Canoe Area in Franklin County on July 5, edging out the 2013 record by three ounces. The record-breaking fish was caught while slow trolling a Lake Clear Wabbler.

“This new state record brook trout is particularly special given our commitment to advancing the conservation of this iconic species,” said DEC Commissioner Amanda Lefton. “Benjamin Ferguson’s record-setting catch further highlights this unique resource, which only the Adirondacks can provide.”

Ferguson submitted details of his winning catch as part of DEC’s newly revamped Angler Achievement Awards Program, which tracks state record fish and recognizes anglers that catch any of the 40 eligible fish species that meet or exceed the minimum qualifying lengths established for that species. Anglers with qualifying catches receive official recognition, along with a species-specific sticker commemorating their achievement.

The program’s three categories are: Angler Award; Youth Angler Award; and State Record. As part of the program revamp, anglers are now able to submit entries for qualifying catches from the convenience of a smart phone through an online entry form. For official program rules, eligible species, and associated minimum qualifying lengths, visit the Angler Achievement Awards webpage.

File photo by Tom Rivers: These cyclists stop by an interpretive panel in Ridgeway above the Canal Culvert on July 11, 2022. This is the only spot where you can drive under the Erie Canal.

Press Release, Parks & Trails New York

BUFFALO – The state’s largest multi-day bike tour kicks off on July 12 from Buffalo arriving in Albany on July 20.

Organized by Parks & Trails New York, the 27th annual Cycle the Erie Canal  bike tour brings together cyclists from 37 states between the ages of 8 and 84. Nearly 600 cyclists will travel 40-60 miles per day, visiting historic towns along the Erie Canalway Trail.

This year, the tour celebrates the 200th anniversary of the Erie Canal and will culminate at a finish line festival at Quackenbush Square in Albany.

“The Erie Canalway Trail transports riders back in time,” said Paul Steely White, executive director of Parks & Trails New York.  “The welcoming communities, captivating natural environment, and rich history of the region make Cycle the Erie Canal an experience like no other. Our cyclists ride away with lifelong memories and a new appreciation for the state.”

Schedule of Events:

Saturday, July 12 – Pre-rides through the city of Buffalo.

Overnight location: Nichols School in Buffalo

Sunday, July 13 – Buffalo to Medina

Overnight location: Medina Central School

Monday, July 14 – Medina to Fairport

Overnight location: Center Park West in Fairport

Tuesday, July 15 – Fairport to Seneca Falls

Overnight location: Elks Lodge in Seneca Falls

Wednesday, July 16 – Seneca Falls to Syracuse

Overnight location: Burnett Park in Syracuse; Highlight: Erie Canal Birthday Party, Burnett Park

Thursday, July 17 – Syracuse to Rome

Overnight location: Fort Stanwix in Rome; Highlight: Rome Block Party, 100 – 200 blocks of West Dominick Street

Friday, July 18 – Rome to Canajoharie

Overnight location: Canajoharie High School in Canajoharie

Saturday, July 19 – Canajoharie to Schenectady

Overnight location: Schenectady Jewish Community Center in Schenectady

Sunday, July 20 – Schenectady to Albany

Finish Line: Quackenbush Square

“Cycle the Erie Canal is among the very best ways to discover all there is to love about the Erie Canalway Corridor: friendly people, extraordinary history, unbeatable recreation, charming towns and vibrant cities, and bucolic scenery,” said Bob Radliff, executive director of the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor. “It’s also one of the best supported rides in the country. Parks & Trails New York does an incredible job of introducing hundreds of people each year to the joys of long-distance cycling along the canal that transformed America.”

Author says connecting with ‘blue space’ is good for physical, mental health

File photo by Tom Rivers: Dan Rubinstein of Ottawa is shown on Aug. 1, 2023 on the Erie Canal in Albion headed west. The canal was part of a 1,200-mile adventure two years ago. His book Water Borne: A 1,200-Mile Paddleboarding Pilgrimage has just been released and is available from several sources, including Author’s Note Bookstore in Medina, Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

In June 2023, writer Dan Rubinstein of Ottawa lashed camping gear to his stand-up paddleboard and embarked on an improbable solo voyage which would take him more than 1,200 miles on rivers, lakes and canals of a landlocked region.

During the 10-week journey, he explored the healing potential of “blue space,” the aquatic equivalent of green space, and sought out others drawn to their local waters.

The cover of Dan Rubenstein’s book shows him on a paddle board. The 336-page book was published last month by ECW Press, an independent book publisher in Canada.

Rubinstein has announced his book, Water Borne: A 1,200-Mile Paddleboarding Pilgrimage,  has been published and is available from several sources, including Author’s Note Bookstore in Medina, Amazon and Barnes & Noble. Click here for more information.

Rubenstein turned 50 on the trip, on which he traveled the waters to Montreal and New York City, then took a Greyhound bus to Albany, where he entered the Erie Canal, which took him to Buffalo and the Niagara River above the Falls. Here, friends took him to Lake Ontario, and he spent two days getting around the western tip of the lake to Kingston and the Rideau Canal.

Rubinstein said the farther he paddled, the more he realized that being in, on or around water does more than boost mental and physical health and prompt stewardship toward the natural world. He discovered that blue spaces are also a way to connect with the kaleidoscopic cross-section of people he met and the diverse geographies and communities he passed through.

His love of paddleboarding stems from the fact he can jump in and swim if he wants to; he can see down in the water; and he can see all around.

“Everyone knows what green space is,” Rubinstein said in a phone call from his Ottawa home. “But blue space is good for your physical and mental health. It makes us want to take better care of our planet.”

During his journey, Rubinstein said he arranged interviews with people along his route whose whole lives revolve around water.

“I met so many strangers who were kind, welcoming and generous,” he said. “They gave me food, cold water, let me stay in their spaces (most of the time camping), but some let me stay in their houses and hotels. It’s really about community and people when we meet by the water. The Erie Canal might be the most beautiful and where I met the most amazing people.”

He described Tomtuga campground at Gasport, where he spent a night, and the canal basin in Medina where two men he met on a boat sent him up the hill to the Captain Kidz restaurant.

Paddling down the canal, he was enchanted with the towpath, where he could look over and see beautiful farm country. He said the locks in Lockport were fun to go through, but he was also taken in by the culvert.

Rubinstein said he took a year off from his job as a writer for a university to write his book. He has one explanation for what he did:

“I love stand-up paddleboarding,” he said.

Press Release, Gov. Kathy Hochul’s Office

Photo by Tom Rivers: Logan Cole, 8, of Kendall goes fishing on Aug. 13, 2022 at the Daniel Spierdowis Memorial Fishing Derby. Logan was one of 63 kids in the derby at the Albion Sportsmen’s Association.

Governor Kathy Hochul announced today that June 28-29 is a free fishing weekend in New York State, encouraging New Yorkers to get offline and get outside to enjoy opportunities for affordable outdoor recreation across the state.

During free fishing days, the fishing license requirement is waived for freshwater fishing on New York’s waters. The weekend is one of six designated Free Fishing Days that take place each year in New York State.

“There’s no better time for aspiring anglers to try freshwater fishing than a free fishing weekend,” Governor Hochul said. “New York is home to numerous freshwater lakes, ponds, streams and rivers, allowing for memorable fishing experiences for angler experts and novices, as well as friends and family.”

No rod? No problem. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) partners with libraries across the state to provide a fishing rod lending program. Instead of borrowing a book, library patrons can sign out a fishing rod. This affordable program provides an opportunity for people to try fishing before deciding to purchase their own gear. For more information on the program and a list of participating libraries visit DEC’S website.

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Amanda Lefton said, “Whether anglers are spending time with family and friends outside in nature or experiencing the thrill of catching a fish, there are plenty of reasons to enjoy fishing. I encourage participating anglers to share their love of fishing by introducing someone new to the sport during New York’s Free Fishing Weekend.”

Photo courtesy of DEC: A historical marker notes the fish hatchery at Caledonia.

Press Release, NYS Department of Environmental Conservation

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Amanda Lefton on Friday announced the launch of a nation-leading $100 million freshwater fish hatchery modernization plan.

The funding supports the first of three phases of modernization projects for 12 hatcheries operated by DEC across the State. The hatcheries are integral to effective fisheries management and conservation, and contribute up to $5 billion in economic benefits provided by New York’s recreational freshwater fishing industry.

“DEC’s fish hatchery system serves as the backbone for the management and restoration of our freshwater fisheries,” Commissioner Lefton said. “With the $100 million announced today, DEC and Governor Kathy Hochul are recognizing the incredible contributions these facilities provide to sustain New York’s world-class destination fisheries and boost local economies statewide. Today’s launch of the hatchery modernization plan will further strengthen New York State’s commitment to the angling community and the continued stewardship of our fisheries resources far into the future.”

First established in 1864, New York’s fish hatchery system is the oldest in North America. DEC operates 12 hatcheries that annually produce up to 850,000 pounds of fish that are stocked into more than 1,200 waterbodies for recreational and restoration purposes.

The average age of DEC’s hatcheries is 93 years and the integrity of many buildings, water supply assets, and fish-rearing structures are at risk. In recent years some of the most crucial needs have been addressed with a steady flow of DEC capital funding, but more extensive work is needed to sustain and improve operations to truly modernize the hatchery system for the future.

The historic $4.2 billion Clean Water, Clean Air and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act of 2022 dedicated up to $75 million for hatchery improvements as part of the $650 million specified for improving access to and protecting nature.

This funding, combined with funding from New York Works and other capital funds, provides a solid foundation for creating a modern hatchery system that is technologically advanced, more efficient, adaptable, and environmentally responsible.

DEC will use Bond Act monies and capital funds to leverage other State and federal funding to modernize the hatchery system in multiple phases over the next 10 years. Improvements center on employing contemporary culture technologies to maximize fish production and ensuring greater sustainability by using the best technology available to reduce energy use and minimize the facilities’ carbon footprint.

DEC will implement its modernization plan in three phases, with Phase 1 beginning immediately. Highlights of Phase 1 include:

• Covering the rearing ponds to exclude predators, reduce sunlight, and provide a surface for a photovoltaic system at the Caledonia Hatchery;
• Refurbishing ponds at the South Otselic Hatchery for increased walleye production;
• Overhauling the water supply system at the Salmon River Hatchery;
• Building a new hatch house at Chateaugay Hatchery; and
• Replacing the existing hatchery at Randolph with a brand-new facility.

“This plan not only ensures the continued health and sustainability of our state’s freshwater fisheries but also preserves critical recreational and economic opportunities for future generations,” New York State Conservation Council President Dr. Keith Tidball said. “New York’s fish hatchery system is a vital part of our state’s natural heritage and supports recreational fishing that benefits local communities, small businesses, and tourism across the state. The hatcheries are not just facilities—they are centers of fisheries conservation, education, and economic vitality. This modernization plan will allow New York’s hatcheries to adopt contemporary technologies, enhance fish production, and minimize environmental impact, all while ensuring the integrity and longevity of these crucial facilities.”

Press Release, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation

Photo from DEC: Dylan Kampnich is shown with his son and a record-setting 37-pound, 9-pound catfish.

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced the first state record fish of the year.

On May 3, while shorefishing with his son, Dylan Kampnich of Dexter reeled in a 37-pound 9-ounce channel catfish from Black River Bay in Jefferson County. Mr. Kampnich’s record-breaking catch surpassed the previous state record catfish caught in 2022, also from the Black River, by 13 ounces.

“We are so fortunate to have incredibly diverse and affordable fishing opportunities across the state,” DEC Acting Commissioner Amanda Lefton said. “Congratulations to Mr. Kampnich on his record-breaking catfish. This catch is a great example of what New York’s abundant waterways have to offer and the thrilling news of this catch will certainly get anglers excited about getting on the water this season.”

Channel catfish are the largest members of the catfish species that live in New York. They feed primarily on the bottom at night and are most easily caught using live bait such as worms or baitfish. When hooked, catfish can provide a challenge for even the most experienced anglers.

Mr. Kampnich submitted details of his winning catch as part of DEC’s newly revamped Angler Achievement Awards Program, which tracks state record fish and recognizes anglers who catch any of the 40 eligible fish species that meet or exceed the minimum qualifying lengths established for that species.

Through this program, anglers can enter freshwater fish that meet specific qualifying criteria and receive official recognition of their catch along with a species-specific sticker commemorating their achievement.

File photo by Tom Rivers: A canal boat named Canandaigua takes a leisurely trip on the Erie Canal in this photo from Sept. 23, 2015. The photo was taken from the Presbyterian Road canal bridge in Albion.

The Canal Corporation was planning a big celebration on May 16 in honor of the 200^th anniversary of the historic waterway’s opening day of the season.

But “relentless rain” affected eastern and central New York will delay the opening of the canal at Lyons heading east. That has made the water levels higher than usual.

The Erie Canal will open as scheduled in Orleans County and the western end.

Here is the statement from the Canal Corporation about the opening of the season:

The New York State Canal Corporation today announced that the New York State Canal system will open in phases beginning Friday, May 16th due to severe weather that has necessitated a delay in the opening schedule for the Canal system.

Specifically, significant rainfall has created high flows and unsafe conditions along the Eastern and Central Erie Canal, Champlain Canal, and Oswego Canal.  

The opening schedule is as follows –

Friday, May 16th –

Erie Canal Lock E-28A (Lyons) will be operational through Locks E-34/35 (Lockport)

Boaters should be aware of floating debris generated by recent heavy rainfall and proceed with caution, at a “No Wake” speed, as some debris may be hard to see. Some buoys (Aids to Navigation) may be off station and are being relocated by Canal forces.

As conditions safely permit, additional openings of the Canal system will be announced in subsequent Notice to Mariners.

The Canal Corporation appreciates the patience of mariners and the public while crews work to prepare the waterway for navigation once conditions are safe. 

Upon opening, all locks and lift bridges will operate from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily with some locks and lift bridges operating until 9:00 p.m. Mariners are advised to check the Canal Corporation’s Notice to Mariners for the latest information.

There are no tolls or fees for recreational use of the Canal system this year.

As part of the Erie Canal’s Bicentennial commemoration, the Canal Corporation is extending this year’s navigation season. The Canal system will remain open for both recreational and commercial vessels until Monday, November 3, 2025, at 6:00 pm. 

Seeks special coins to honor Erie Canal’s 200^th anniversary

Press Release, Congresswoman Claudia Tenney

OSWEGO – Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) today reintroduced the Erie Canal Bicentennial Commemorative Coin Act to design and produce a series of commemorative coins to honor the Erie Canal’s bicentennial and its monumental impact on our country.

Specifically, this bill instructs the U.S. Treasury Secretary to design and produce a commemorative $5 gold coin, a $1 silver coin, and a half-dollar coin to honor the canal’s bicentennial. This coin will celebrate the monumental impacts the Erie Canal has had on New York and our nation’s economic success.

All proceeds of the coin will benefit the Erie Canalway Heritage Fund, which is the official nonprofit 501(c)(3) partner for the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor.

“The Erie Canal was a critical component to our nation’s rise to power,” Tenney said. “At the epicenter of the Industrial Revolution, it helped spur the spirit of innovation, hard work, and perseverance that made our country what it is today. I am honored to introduce this legislation to celebrate the Erie Canal’s historic bicentennial and recognize the profound impact it has had on our region and country’s history.”

Total number down about 8,000 from previous year; Iceland Gull joins the count for first time

Photos courtesy of Celeste Morien: Bird counters spotted a Northern Cardinal, left, and a Blue Jay.

By Celeste Morien, count compiler for Oak Orchard Swamp Christmas Bird Count

BASOM – The Audubon Oak Orchard Swamp Christmas Bird Count was held on Dec. 27. Weather was warm for the date, with an actual low (26F) higher than average and an actual high (43F) much higher than average.

The maximum snow depth was 2 inches. Moving water was partly open and marshes were frozen following cold earlier in the week. The day was precipitation free and clear until afternoon clouds moved in over the region.

Forty-one counters found 70 species, two less than last year and just over 12,000 individual birds, almost 8,000 fewer birds than in 2023. Counters logged 49 hours on foot and 57 hours by car. Counters walked 58 miles and drove 494 miles by car.

 A celebratory dinner was held at Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge after the count. Hearty thanks go out to the many participants who volunteered to devote their day to an assessment of local bird populations. Many thanks to our sponsor, Friends of Iroquois NWR, for graciously providing the meal for all who participated. Special thanks to Iroquois Refuge Staff Manager Tom Roster for providing the venue. Many thanks to Park Ranger/Visitor Services Manager Logan Sauer for managing our arrangements and to Refuge Biologist Paul Hess for coordinating coverage with enthusiastic Fisheries Staff in covering the many diverse areas of the refuge. Last but not least, a big thank you to NYSDEC Winter Raptor Survey Coordinator Elena Greco for coordinating, and raptor survey volunteers for counting on the winter raptor survey team that evening.

Participants made high counts of 16 species and found one new species, Iceland Gull on Glenwood Lake in Medina.

High counts for the following species were Cackling Goose (34), Bald Eagle (32), Sandhill Crane (18), Iceland Gull (1), Rock Pigeon (689), Red-bellied Woodpecker (94), Yellow-bellied Sapsucker (4), Merlin (4), Blue Jay (283), Common Raven (9), Tufted Titmouse (46), Carolina Wren (14), Ruby-crowned Kinglet (1), Golden-crowned Kinglet (39), White-throated Sparrow (125) and Hermit Thrush (2).

There were 965 Dark-eyed Juncos in the annual bird count.

The lower count of total individuals can mostly be attributed to lack of open water for any lingering waterfowl. A good number of our high counts can likely be attributed to our warming winter temperatures and southern species that have moved northward and successfully adapted.

Here are the numbers for species seen in the count:

• Cackling Goose – 34
• Canada Goose – 794
• American Black Duck – 23
• Mallard – 21
• Common Merganser – 11
• Great Blue Heron – 2
• Northern Harrier – 5
• Sharp-shinned Hawk – 6
• Cooper’s Hawk – 4
• Accipiter sp. – 4
• Bald Eagle – 32
• Red-tailed Hawk – 62
• Buteo sp. – 1
• Sandhill Crane – 18
• Ring-billed Gull – 24
• Herring Gull – 13
• Iceland Gull – 1
• gull sp. – 5
• Rock Pigeon (Feral Pigeon) – 689
• Mourning Dove – 363
• Eastern Screech-Owl – 3
• Great Horned Owl – 2
• Barred Owl – 1
• Long-eared Owl
• Short-eared Owl – 2
• Belted Kingfisher – 2
• Red-bellied Woodpecker – 94
• Yellow-bellied Sapsucker – 4
• Downy Woodpecker – 129
• Hairy Woodpecker – 36
• Northern Flicker – 47
• Pileated Woodpecker – 13
• American Kestrel – 9
• Merlin – 4
• Peregrine Falcon – 1
• Northern Shrike – 6
• Blue Jay – 283
• American Crow – 243
• Common Raven – 10
• Horned Lark – 347
• Black-capped Chickadee – 319
• Tufted Titmouse – 46
• Red-breasted Nuthatch – 16
• White-breasted Nuthatch – 89
• Brown Creeper – 18
• Carolina Wren – 14
• Winter Wren – 1
• Golden-crowned Kinglet – 39
• Ruby-crowned Kinglet – 1
• Eastern Bluebird – 79
• Hermit Thrush – 2
• American Robin – 768
• Northern Mockingbird – 3
• European Starling – 3,904
• Cedar Waxwing – 27
• Yellow-rumped Warbler – 17
• American Tree Sparrow – 440
• Field Sparrow – 2
• Song Sparrow – 18
• Swamp Sparrow – 33
• White-throated Sparrow – 125
• White-crowned Sparrow – 3
• Dark-eyed Junco – 965
• Snow Bunting – 833
• Northern Cardinal – 189
• Red-winged Blackbird – 131
• Common Grackle – 1
• Brown-headed Cowbird – 25
• Purple Finch – 2
• House Finch – 67
• White-winged Crossbill – 2
• American Goldfinch – 193
• House Sparrow – 238
• Other unidentified bird species – 150