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Birding: Shorebirds

Saturday, August 2, 2025

10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.

Our Urban Park Rangers will guide you to the best viewing spots in New York City to see migratory birds. Birding programs are appropriate for all skill levels and beginners are welcome. Learn more about plovers, terns, oystercatchers and other shorebirds that migrate to Rockaway Beach every year.

Location

Entrance - Beach 44th Street and Boardwalk in Rockaway Beach and Boardwalk
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Cost

Free  

Registration

Registration not required.

Event Organizer

NYC Parks Urban Park Rangers

Contact Number

(718) 846-2731

Categories

Birding, Urban Park Rangers

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Rockaway Beach and Boardwalk
The following beach sections are open for swimming:
Beach 9 - Beach 12, Beach 15 - Beach 18, Beach 32 - Beach 36, Beach 57, Beach 59 - Beach 66, Beach 75 - Beach 87, Beach 93 - Beach 110, and Beach 115 - Beach 144.
All other sections are closed to swimming.