American Woodcock Data
Baltimore Oriole Data
Black-billed Cuckoo Data
Magnolia Warbler Data
Ruby-throated Hummingbird Data
Wood Thrush Data
Expanded Metadata & Resources on all Bird Species
Historical Bird Migration Background Sheet
Data were compiled by researchers at the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies. Sources came from historical records maintained by a local bird club, which included naturalist diaries, daily check-lists, and informal bird surveys. Data show a 123-year record (1885-2008) of first arrival date of select migratory birds in Dutchess County, NY.
Data Source: Data were published in Vitale, J., & Schlesinger, W. H. (2011). Historical analysis of the spring arrival of migratory birds to Dutchess County, New York: A 123-Year record. Northeastern Naturalist, 18(3), 335-346.
Feb 1 – Early registration deadline to receive in-class support.
April 24 – Competition registrations and parent/guardian consent forms due.
May 8 – Project submissions due online by 11:59pm EST.
May 31, 4:30-5:00 PM – Projects, including posters, to be dropped off at Cary Institute.
May 31, 5:00-7:00 – Data Jam Expo and Awards Ceremony at Cary Institute. All prizes awarded during the event.
