Ontario Pathways

The Rochester Birding Association (RBA) is for all people interested in birdwatching in the Rochester area. We bring together people at all levels of knowledge and experience. We were established as a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit in 1987 with a focus on education and birdwatching in the birds’ natural environment. The RBA provides opportunities for birders to expand their skills, meet others who share their interest in birds, and see more species throughout the upstate New York area.

Rochester Birding Association

Looking for warblers and spring migrants along this level, rails-to-trails pathway in Ontario County. This trip is wheelchair accessible.

Bushnell's Basin Park & Ride

We’ll look for warblers and other spring migrants along this level, rails-to-trails pathway in Ontario County. This well-maintained trail is an established favorite for wildlife viewing and scenic views. Wear comfortable walking shoes. At times, the weather can be fickle, but we’ve seen better warblers in the snow on this trip than many trips get on sunny days. Dress accordingly! No restrooms available. This trip is wheelchair accessible. Meet at 7:00 a.m. in the Bushnell’s Basin Park and Ride lot (off NY Route 96 just south of Exit 27 from I-490). If COVID guidelines allow, carpool arrangements may be made before we commute to the trail area parking.

<h3>COVID-19 Policies and Procedures</h3>Due to the novel coronavirus pandemic, the Rochester Birding Association is instituting the following procedures for all field trips. By registering for this field trip, you acknowledge that you have read and will abide by these policies. Registration Policies:• Advance registration is required in order to attend the trip. NYS guidelines currently allow no more than 25 individuals at an outdoor gathering. All trips will be capped to meet that requirement, and exact capacity limits will be determined on a trip by trip basis.• Individuals who did not pre-register will not be allowed to attend the field trip.• Should you decide not to attend the trip, we encourage you to cancel your reservation to make room for others. Canceling is easily done through the Eventbrite website; see your confirmation email for details.Health Screening Considerations:• Full contact information is required at registration, in case contact tracing is requested.• No one who has a temperature of 100.4F or greater (without having taken any fever-reducing medications) should attend.• No one who has any COVID-19 symptoms (fever, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, chills, muscle pain, sore throat, or loss of taste or smell) should attend.• No one who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days or who has been instructed to self-isolate or quarantine should attend.• No one who has been in close (within 6 feet) or proximate (same closed environment, but greater than 6 feet) contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or who has had symptoms of COVID-19 within the past 14 days, should attend.• No one who has traveled or who lives with someone who has traveled to a country or state on the New York coronavirus travel advisory list in the last 14 days should attend.• Participants who test positive for the coronavirus within 14 days after attending a field trip are encouraged to contact the RBA. Social Distancing and Safety Best Practices• Participants will be required to stay 6 feet apart at all times and wear a mask whenever they are outside of their car.• Participants that reside in the same household may share binoculars or scopes, but we regret that otherwise optics cannot be shared. We realize this may be frustrating for those who do not have their own spotting scopes. To the extent possible, we will choose birding locations that do not require advanced optics.• Participants are encouraged to keep hand sanitizer with them in case of accidental contact.

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