Dennis Cheeseman photographed this Semipalmated Plover at Clay Avenue Wetlands in Lyndhurst this morning. (Thanks, Dennis!)

A Ruby-throated Hummingbird was seen at Jill’s Garden at 2:10 p.m.

Regina Geoghan writes:  “Finally – my first bird photos of the summer.  Quite a few Snowy Egrets at Mill Creek this morning (Labor Day).   Hard to get a clear shot of them through the reeds and shrubs and the lighting was rather dull but did get a few. ”  (Thanks, Regina!) Continue reading →

Don Torino’s latest column for wildnewjersey.tv is about a recent NJMC pontoon-boat cruise he took.

Here’s a sample:

I was fortunate enough to grow up meandering the marshes and creeks of the New Jersey Meadowlands. 

I am still very privileged as I get to help introduce folks from all over to all the wonders of the Meadowlands by leading nature walks.

But as much as I adore walking the trails of places like DeKorte Park and Mill Creek Marsh, a pontoon boat cruise on the Hackensack River can put the people, history and environment in a beautiful natural perspective that I never get tired of.

Link is here.

Despite the threat of rain and a sprinkle or two, we had a nifty “Back to Football” walk — including a Giant Egret, a Giant Blue Heron, a Falcon (Am. Kestrel) and an Eagle. (Thanks to all who participated.)

Full list follows. Continue reading →