The Shark River area - about one hour away, east on I-195 - allows us to visit a number of interesting habitats (bay, ocean, and fresh water ponds). We can compare the list of birds we saw in November with the birds that decide to stay for the winter.

Directions: Take I-295 to I-195 to Route 35, and meet at the Marina, Route 35 in Belmar. Bring lunch and beverage, and dress for the weather. In case of inclement weather contact Lou Beck at (609) 737-0070 to see if trip is cancelled.

This reservoir in northern Hunterdon County covers over 4,000 acres, is more than 180 feet deep, and is a popular recreational site year-round. Winter is a good time to search for bald eagles, various waterfowl, and gulls. It is also a prime time to look for owls which frequently roost or nest in the area. Depending on weather conditions, we will combine this with a tour of the adjacent Cushetonk Mountain Nature Preserve or nearby Spruce Run Recreation Area.

Join us for a whirlwind guided tour by light rail into the nineteenth century between Roebling and Trenton! Be treated to a brief introduction before boarding the train at 9:25 for a 5-minute ride south to Roebling to see cuts in the shoreline and sunken canal boats from the era when coal-laden boats crossed the river from Bristol to the D & R Canal. Roebling’s abandoned Kinkora plant and perhaps even an eagle may also be observed.

Then we will board an 9:37 northbound train for a 15-minute ride to Trenton, and return to Bordentown on a 10:14 train, arriving at 10:25. The tracks follow the path of the D & R Canal between Crosswicks Creek and Trenton. From the west side of the train we will see passing views of the canal to the Hamilton-Trenton line and the sites of former Trenton industries and bridges that lined the canal, now Route 129. On the return trip from the east side of the train we will glimpse two former Roebling plants, the marsh and Watson's Creek. Two-hour, either-direction tickets are $1.35 ($.65 for seniors). Please bring exact change. Parking and the tour are free.

Following the formal tour, participants may stay on the train or tour parts of Bordentown and gather at a Bordentown eatery for a Dutch treat lunch.

Meet in the parking lot of the Bordentown Light Rail station (100 W. Park Avenue at Prince Street, above the boat landing). At 9:00 AM sharp, purchase tickets. Exact times are subject to railroad schedules, so please verify nearer the time of the tour. Space is limited and registration is strongly advised; call 609 924-2683 after February 15^th. Sponsored by D & R Canal Watch and cosponsored by the Washington Crossing Audubon Society and Friends for the Marsh, D & R Canal State Park, D & R Greenway Land Trust. The public is welcome to attend.

Directions: Route I-295, exit 57 to Rte.130 east; turn left onto Farnsworth Avenue; near the end of Farnsworth, turn left onto Park St.; at the end of Park St., bear left into the station parking lot.

We plan to walk through these woods looking for wintering birds as well as other things that might turn up in a mature forest.

Directions: From Princeton take Alexander Street toward Route 1. At the bend before the canal turn right on West Drive. Go a short distance on West Drive and park near the entrance to the Rogers Wildlife Refuge. Contact Lou Beck (609) 737-0070 if additional information is needed.

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