Join us for a lecture during our free hours with Don Riepe!

Don Riepe retired in 2003 from the National Park Service where he worked as a naturalist ranger and manager of the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge in NYC (1979 – 2003). Currently, he is employed as Jamaica Bay Guardian for the American Littoral Society. He also serves on the Port Authority’s Bird Hazard Task Force and the Advisory Board of NYC Birds Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon). Don has written extensively on natural history and his photographs have been published in numerous journals. He leads bird walks and eco-tours in his spare time.

Over 340 species of birds, 108 species of finfish, 70 species of butterflies, 700 species of moths, have been found in Jamaica Bay – breeding, migrating through, overwintering, or accidentally spending time in the area. Don’s talk will touch on issues including raptor management , marsh restoration project, terrapin research, marine debris removal, and unique photos of birds and wildlife living within the boroughs of Brooklyn and Queens in NYC. He will also talk about birds and birding in NYC and where to go to look for birds.

Register here