Write a commentThe bluebird is America's most beloved songbird and is one of the only birds that depends upon humans for housing.
Come learn more about this wonderful bird and even build a nest box when ornithologist John Rogers presents the public program Bluebirds with Mr. Rogers. The program will take place at Amboy 4-H Environmental Education Center on Sunday, May 1, 2016 at 2:00 pm.
Rogers is the co-founder of the New York State Bluebird Society and is responsible for the placement of many thousands of bluebird houses along "bluebird trails" in the state. He will be presenting a slide show about bluebirds, their habits and habitats. Rogers will also be discussing the decline of bluebirds due to competition from "introduced" animal species.
Following the slide show and discussion, participants can build bluebird nest boxes from kits provided by Rogers. Participant numbers will be limited for this popular program so paid registration in advance is requested by Wednesday, April 27th. To sign up, please call (315) 963-7286, Monday through Friday 8:30 – 4 pm. The program fee for this program is $4.00 per person or $12.00 per family, plus $8.00 per bluebird box. Participants who intend to build a nest box are asked to bring a hammer.
The Amboy 4-H Environmental Center is located on Route 183 between Routes 13 and 69 near Williamstown. For information about programming at the center, or more information about the Oswego County 4-H Program, contact Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Oswego County at (315) 963‑7286. Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.
