[cayugabirds-l] Osprey Cam: Now streaming!

[Barbara B. Eden]

We're excited to announce that the camera viewing the ospreys at Salt Point is 
now streaming live. Feel free to share the link.
See it at:  http://www.youtube.com/@OspreysofSaltPoint

>From the description:
This nest was built by Orpheus in 2013, and with his two mates Ophelia 
(2013--2022) and Ursula (2022--current), they have reared many healthy 
fledglings over the years. The nest is ideally located within the Salt Point 
Natural Area in Lansing, NY, at the confluence of Salmon Creek, a fast-flowing 
trout stream, and fish-rich Cayuga Lake. Orpheus and his mate continually tend 
their nest built atop a 55' dedicated nesting platform with a spectacular 360º 
view-and protection against marauding great-horned owls.

This nest camera is solar-powered, operating in one of the cloudiest areas in 
the USA. After a streak of consecutive overcast or stormy days, the batteries 
drain and the recording may stop. After a few hours of sunshine, all will 
return to normal. High winds may also cause noise from the camera housing.

Special thanks to Pat Tyrrell and the Town of Lansing's Parks & Recreation 
Department, Candace E. Cornell, Ben Heller of Computer Room, and Friends of 
Salt Point volunteers for their extraordinary work in getting this camera 
installed and streaming.

Read  Candace E. Cornell's "On Osprey Time" 
(onospreytime.blogspot.com.) for the latest 
on nest life and all things Ospreys.

Regards,
Board of Directors,
Friends of Salt Point


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[cayugabirds-l] Redheads still at Stewart Park!

[Barbara B. Eden]

The wind is strong but well worth the viewing

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[cayugabirds-l] sunflower seed update

[Barbara B. Eden]

Thanks everyone for your advice
I went to the Agway downtown They have just received a delivery of local 
sunflower seeds
With tax it is $32.39 for 50 lbs
Best,
Barbara


From: madonna stallmann 
Sent: Friday, December 15, 2023 3:28 PM
To: Barbara B. Eden 
Cc: CAYUGABIRDS-L 
Subject: Re: [cayugabirds-l] Question on local sunflower seed

I just found the information about local sunflower seeds. Here's the important 
info from that email:


His name is Jon Snow and is 3 generation of the SnoFarm in Brooktondale (town 
of Caroline) 644 Buffalo Rd.

He is offering 40 lbs. bag of black oil for $25.00 each, locally grown and 
harvested.

He accepts cash and check, sorry no Venmo.

The best time for pick up are evenings and weekends.

His phone number is 607-351-8693 give him a call to order and arrange a pick up 
time.



 Madonna

On Fri, Dec 15, 2023, 3:23 PM madonna stallmann 
mailto:madonnaoftheprai...@gmail.com>> wrote:
You can get quality local sunflower seeds directly from the farmers on Buffalo 
Rd., Caroline. Snow family farm. Someone in this group posted the contact info 
about a month ago. I no longer have their contact info. Does anyone in this 
group have that number?

 Madonna

On Fri, Dec 15, 2023, 12:12 PM Barbara B. Eden 
mailto:b...@cornell.edu>> wrote:
All.
I need to purchase a 50 lb bag of sunflower seed.  Since the one I just  
finished I have had for a long time (my  temporary victory on the squirrel 
wars) I decided to call Agway and was disappointed to hear  that they do not 
stock Turek and it’s  now  a not local brand  and its $34.99 for a 50 lb bag. I 
also called Tractor Supply and they have a 40 lb bag  for $19.99. Any advice as 
to the quality of the sunflower seeds from Tractor Supply or this current 
vendor at Agway. The price difference is dramatic so I am tempted to switch to 
Tractor Supply.
Thanks in advance for any advice!
Barbara Eden


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[cayugabirds-l] Sorry for the multiple emails

[Barbara B. Eden]

Thanks to Barbara  Chase  I called Agway downtown
They do have Tureks in and is $29.99  for 50 lbs
That’s great since the Turek seed is excellent
Thanks,
Barbara


From: Barbara Chase 
Sent: Friday, December 15, 2023 12:18 PM
To: Barbara B. Eden 
Cc: CAYUGABIRDS-L 
Subject: Re: [cayugabirds-l] Question on local sunflower seed

I thought I saw 50 lb bags of local sunflower seed at Ithaca Agway yesterday 
when I was there for something else.
They did not have local sunflower seed a couple weeks ago so I bought some of 
the non- local seed. Wish I had waited a couple of weeks.

Barbara


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All.
I need to purchase a 50 lb bag of sunflower seed.  Since the one I just  
finished I have had for a long time (my  temporary victory on the squirrel 
wars) I decided to call Agway and was disappointed to hear  that they do not 
stock Turek and it’s  now  a not local brand  and its $34.99 for a 50 lb bag. I 
also called Tractor Supply and they have a 40 lb bag  for $19.99. Any advice as 
to the quality of the sunflower seeds from Tractor Supply or this current 
vendor at Agway. The price difference is dramatic so I am tempted to switch to 
Tractor Supply.
Thanks in advance for any advice!
Barbara Eden


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RE: [cayugabirds-l] Question on local sunflower seed

[Barbara B. Eden]

I called Agway at Triphammer if that clarifies things
Thanks!

From: Barbara Chase 
Sent: Friday, December 15, 2023 12:18 PM
To: Barbara B. Eden 
Cc: CAYUGABIRDS-L 
Subject: Re: [cayugabirds-l] Question on local sunflower seed

I thought I saw 50 lb bags of local sunflower seed at Ithaca Agway yesterday 
when I was there for something else.
They did not have local sunflower seed a couple weeks ago so I bought some of 
the non- local seed. Wish I had waited a couple of weeks.

Barbara


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All.
I need to purchase a 50 lb bag of sunflower seed.  Since the one I just  
finished I have had for a long time (my  temporary victory on the squirrel 
wars) I decided to call Agway and was disappointed to hear  that they do not 
stock Turek and it’s  now  a not local brand  and its $34.99 for a 50 lb bag. I 
also called Tractor Supply and they have a 40 lb bag  for $19.99. Any advice as 
to the quality of the sunflower seeds from Tractor Supply or this current 
vendor at Agway. The price difference is dramatic so I am tempted to switch to 
Tractor Supply.
Thanks in advance for any advice!
Barbara Eden


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[cayugabirds-l] Question on local sunflower seed

[Barbara B. Eden]

All.
I need to purchase a 50 lb bag of sunflower seed.  Since the one I just  
finished I have had for a long time (my  temporary victory on the squirrel 
wars) I decided to call Agway and was disappointed to hear  that they do not 
stock Turek and it's  now  a not local brand  and its $34.99 for a 50 lb bag. I 
also called Tractor Supply and they have a 40 lb bag  for $19.99. Any advice as 
to the quality of the sunflower seeds from Tractor Supply or this current 
vendor at Agway. The price difference is dramatic so I am tempted to switch to 
Tractor Supply.
Thanks in advance for any advice!
Barbara Eden



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[cayugabirds-l] Goose Chasers!

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[cayugabirds-l] Question on waterfowl on Seneca Lake vs. Cayuga Lake

[Barbara B. Eden]

Today we went to Seneca Lake to Lodi State Park and down to Watkins. There were 
very few birds  on the water (only a small flock of ring billed gulls)
Cayuga Lake usually has a wide variety of water fowl. Does anyone have any 
theories about this?  Is it because the shelf is shallower on Cayuga Lake so 
it's easier for the birds to find food.
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[cayugabirds-l] Tundra swans at Myers Park This Morning

[Barbara B. Eden]

There are 3 tundra swans to the  south of the gravel  at the swimming area.  
It's very  easy to get great looks
~Barbara Eden

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[cayugabirds-l] Thanks for posting about middle creek wildlife management area

[Barbara B. Eden]

Alyssa,

Now I want to do a road trip there!!!

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[cayugabirds-l] Red Breasted Nuthatch

[Barbara B. Eden]

First one of the season at my peanut feeder in Cayuga Heights

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[cayugabirds-l] Very surprised to see a hummingbird in my back yard today!

[Barbara B. Eden]

It was looking for flower nectar
And it  is cool and damp today!

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[cayugabirds-l] Baltimore Oriole Question

[Barbara B. Eden]

I  am surprised to see a male Baltimore oriole at my suet feeder the past few 
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Migrating South?

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[cayugabirds-l] Hummingbird feeders & unwanted guests

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 Madonna,
At my house the red tail squirrels and the chipmunks are devouring the sweet 
liquid from the feeders.  They have even figured out how to tip the base so it 
pours into their mouths! Fortunately, I have many flowering plants on my patio 
in pots that the hummingbirds are enjoying the nectar from every day

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[cayugabirds-l] A new grape jelly eater!

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At my home in Cayuga Heights, a red-bellied woodpecker enjoying the grape 
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[cayugabirds-l] Songbird Disease in the Ithaca Times

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[cayugabirds-l] Bird Sound ID apps

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All,
Now that we have two apps from the Lab  of O for bird song identification, 
Merlin and BirdNet I am wondering if there is a preference from you expert 
Birding folks

thanks in advance
Barbara Eden

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[cayugabirds-l] Advice on attracting a screech owl

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I  just ordered an Owl house with great hopes of attracting them to my 
backyard.  There is a mature canopy
 ( I live in Cayuga Heights) and I am looking for pointers on the best path to 
success.
I assume this is late in the season for Owls but hope to attach it next week.
This is the one I ordered

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[cayugabirds-l] Catbird!

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Instead of my first Oriole, I had my first catbird of the season eating grape 
jelly at my feeder in Cayuga Heights

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[cayugabirds-l] Question about Hummingbird Migration

[Barbara B. Eden]

We are surprised to still see hummingbirds in our yard in Cayuga Heights.
This seems late for them to still be here. Any thoughts from those of you who 
know more than me
Thanks!
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[cayugabirds-l] Baltimore Oriole question

[Barbara B. Eden]

For the first time ever in my Cayuga Heights yard, I have had a pair of 
Baltimore Orioles still feeding at my jelly feeder. In previous years they are 
just here for a few days.
I am hoping since they have stayed (for at least 6 weeks ) they are nesting 
nearby
Any thoughts on this from birders more knowledgeable than me

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[cayugabirds-l] Are the snow geese in high numbers off Rt 89 yet?

[Barbara B. Eden]

We are planning a  road trip up to Lake Road this weekend to see the snow geese 
and perhaps tundra swans
Does anyone know if they have started congregating there yet?

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[cayugabirds-l] Viewing the snow geese at the top of Cayuga Lake

[Barbara B. Eden]

On Wednesday there were fabulous views on the north end of Cayuga lake off of 
Lower lake road (south of Wolfies). It was fun to watch the red heads and 
buffle heads on the perimeter of the thousands of geese acting like herders
We also went to the muck lands and Knox  Marcellus marsh and there were only a 
couple of hundred

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[cayugabirds-l] Super Birdy so far this year

[Barbara B. Eden]

My feeders have constant traffic of the usual suspects,  but  finally returning 
after  a few years,  regular visitors include  white and red breasted 
nuthatches. A constant treat right outside my windows!
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[cayugabirds-l] Off topic but of interest

[Barbara B. Eden]

I just  listened to the audio version of  The Feather Thief by Kirk Wallace 
Johnson and thought it might be of interest for the birders out there.

https://www.nytimes.com/2018/06/01/books/review/kirk-wallace-johnson-feather-thief.html


https://news.nationalgeographic.com/2018/05/a-flautist--299-stuffed-birds--and-the-bizarre-crime-of-an-obses/

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[cayugabirds-l] Does anyone know if there are red tail hawks nesting this year in the gorge at the Stewart Ave bridge over Fall Creek

[Barbara B. Eden]

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[cayugabirds-l] Looking for Tundra Swans and Snow Geese

[Barbara B. Eden]

I am wondering if the population is most visible on the east  or west side (by 
Lake Road)   of the northern  end of Cayuga Lake

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[cayugabirds-l] Where are all my feeder birds

[Barbara B. Eden]

For the past 2 months the resident birds that I daily feed have dropped in 
population This is the first time this has happened and even those pesky 
squirrels have left I live in Cayuga Heights and my backyard is a bird friendly 
habitat
Any thoughts would be appreciated
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[cayugabirds-l] R/T Hawks in gorge by Stewart ave bridge next to fall creek drive

[Barbara B. Eden]

Just had fabulous looks this morning of the 2 little ones being fed 

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[cayugabirds-l] R/T hawk nest in gorge below Stewart Ave bridge

[Barbara B. Eden]

I just went to see the nest mentioned yesterday at the Stewart Ave Bridge right 
before Fall Creek Drive. Great looks and since the hawk was briefly off the 
very visible nest I spotted 2 eggs

-Barbara

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[cayugabirds-l] 6/20 Cleanup at Salt Point

[Barbara B. Eden]

We're excited about all the developments and community interest at Salt Point 
this season. We have many new visitors enjoying the area, the north beach 
vehicle access/parking project is shaping up nicely, and a team from Cargill 
recently spent a day covering invasive knotweed, planting trees, and moving 
utility poles. Soon we should see osprey chicks, new Leopold benches, and a 
carpet of wildflowers along the water's edge.
 The Town of Lansing Parks  Recreation Department and many volunteers 
contribute significantly to the improvement of the area, but we still need help 
to keep Salt Point beautiful and accessible to all (including wildlife!).
 Please join us Saturday, June 20, 9 a.m. to Noon for Volunteer Day at Salt 
Point.
 You're welcome to join us for all or part of the morning. A sample of the 
tasks we're planning:
1) Trash pick-up and removal
2) Knotweed control
3) Trail maintenance
4) Tree maintenance, incl. trimming  watering
5) Weeding
6) Mulching

We'll set up an organizing area at the DEC parking lot (on the left as you 
enter Salt Point Rd., just before the railroad tracks).
Please bring gardening tools, gloves, buckets, etc.
We'll have water and light refreshments.

If possible, please email RSVP to our Volunteer Day Coordinator, Katrina 
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[cayugabirds-l] Snow Geese up by Canoga off of West Lake Road/ Rt 89

[Barbara B. Eden]

They were far from shore but still very impressive

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[cayugabirds-l] Are there snow geese yet by Cayuga Lake State Park

[Barbara B. Eden]

I am heading up that way and would love to make that detour
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[cayugabirds-l] MNWR and pedestrians

[Barbara B. Eden]

All,
This place can be  a potential model for Montezuma.
http://www.fws.gov/refuge/nisqually/
It is much larger but it is only for pedestrians and birds are close to the 
boardwalk and also  far away. Wouldn't
those  birds who are more skittish stay farther away from the pedestrians?
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[cayugabirds-l] New released biding app from Columbia University

[Barbara B. Eden]

http://engineering.columbia.edu/it-crow-or-raven-new-birdsnap-app-will-tell-you-0



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[cayugabirds-l] Suet and Catbirds

[Barbara B. Eden]

Two catbirds arrived in my yard yesterday in Cayuga Heights
Every year they spend lots of time at the suet feeders

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[cayugabirds-l] No Snow Geese off Lower Lake ZRoad

[Barbara B. Eden]

On this glorious day we took a drive hoping to see flocks of  Snow Geese on the 
shallow waters at  this
northern point of Cayuga Lake. Much to my surprise, the lake was still quite 
frozen and the only waterfowl were small groups of Red heads and Canvas Backs 
on the small areas of open water.
I wonder if they have skipped the lake entirely this  year.
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[cayugabirds-l] Myers Point Spit Ice

[Barbara B. Eden]

We went there yesterday and the waterfowl  spotted were the usual suspects. The 
highlight for
me  was seeing the heaved ice chunks particularly along Salmon Creek. Quite 
spectacular.

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[cayugabirds-l] Gulls looking for Breakfast

[Barbara B. Eden]

Meena's comment yesterday about the gulls reminded me of my commute in the 
1970-80s from Spencer into Ithaca. The landfill (now closed) was located
on Hillview Road in West Danby and the gulls were  always flying overhead in 
what was a reverse commute.

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[cayugabirds-l] Are the snow geese gathering next to Cayuga Lake State Park

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I am  planning my  local holiday break outings and I  am wondering if the 
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[cayugabirds-l] Downy at the Hummingbird feeder

[Barbara B. Eden]

I am curious as to why the downy is after the sugar water. I just changed it 
yesterday and with the chill in the air I doubt if there are any ants in there. 
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[cayugabirds-l] Question about lower lake road

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I am curious why that is the place where the snow geese and tundra swans 
congregate

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[cayugabirds-l] Of interest to Local Birders; Potential New State Forest

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http://www.lansingstar.com/opinions-archive/9146-letters-support-new-state-forest
If you live in Lansing, please show your support

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[cayugabirds-l] REDPOLLS Finally

[Barbara B. Eden]

Large Flock at my feeders 
North Sunset Dr. Ithaca
So  glad I am home today!!
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[cayugabirds-l] Thank you all for the reports of the Snow Geese Movement

[Barbara B. Eden]

On Monday 12/24 I went to see them up the lake on Lake Road.. It was 
spectacular.
And now that we finally have snow on the ground I have endless birds at my 
feeders. 
Mostly Cardinals, Chickadees, and white breasted nut hatches.

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[cayugabirds-l] RT Hummingbird just now in my backyard

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[cayugabirds-l] House Finch and Junco behavior question

[Barbara B. Eden]

One morning last week I observed a female house finch and a junco passing to 
each other sunflower seeds that were on the ground on my patio.  I was 
surprised to see this type of behavior. I was wondering if this is unusual 
since this is the first time I have seen this type of cooperation.
Thanks,
Barbara Eden

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[cayugabirds-l] Pileated Woodpecker Mating Dance

[Barbara B. Eden]

On Sat. when I went to my mailbox on North Sunset Drive Ithaca, I noticed that 
my neighbors had a spotting scope aimed on a tree trunk. There were 2 Pileated 
Woodpeckers scurrying up and down the tree. I was told that they had been there 
for a least one hour. I got my binocs and watched for  around 10 minutes and 
ultimately they chased each other to the ground and flew off. What a thrill on 
a glorious gardening day.

Best,
Barbara
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[cayugabirds-l] Restoring Wetlands Near Cayuga Inlet: December 1 7:00pm at TCPL

[Barbara B. Eden]

Restoring Wetlands Near Cayuga Inlet:  Presentation December 1

A program to be held December 1 will present results of research showing how 
Cayuga Inlet wetlands lost over the past two centuries might be restored.
The Tompkins County Environmental Management Council (EMC) recently reviewed 
written records, aerial photographs, and maps to determine the extent of 
wetland loss in the vicinity of the Cayuga Inlet during the past 200 years. 
Wetlands can reduce flooding and erosion, act as a sedimentary trap, improve 
water quality, and provide wildlife habitat. Wetlands have been lost during 
this period primarily as the result of the use of dredged materials to fill 
those wetlands adjacent to the Inlet and from increased land development in the 
Elmira Road/Taughannock Boulevard area flood plain.
The EMC will sponsor a program “Cayuga Inlet Dredge Material: Opportunities for 
Restoring Ecosystem Functions and Services” on Thursday, December 1, 7:00 – 
9:00 p.m., in the Borg Warner Room of the Tompkins County Public Library, 101 
E. Green Street, Ithaca. Cornell University Associate Professor Tom Whitlow and 
his fall semester students in Restoration Ecology will present the results of 
their research. 
The class will also report on their trip to observe the Baltimore Harbor 
dredging project. That dredged material is being utilized to restore Poplar 
Island located 34 miles south of Baltimore in the Chesapeake Bay. The island, 
formerly approximately 1,000 acres in size in the early 1800s, had shrunk, due 
to erosion, to three small parcels of less than 10 acres. Today it is 1,140 
acres and expanding, consisting of half wetlands and half uplands of valuable 
wildlife habitat.
A display of aerial photographs and maps will be available for inspection 
during the program.
The EMC is a citizen board that advises the Tompkins County Legislature on 
matters relating to the environment and does not necessarily express the views 
of the Tompkins County Legislature.

Contact: Brian Eden, Tompkins County Environmental Management Council, 
607-592-5041.
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