Date: 5/27/26 4:59 am From: Jody Enck <jodyenck...> Subject: [cayugabirds-l] Preparation for bird banding a Lighthouse Point
Hello birders,
The Cayuga Bird Club has made great progress this spring on clearing privet (pulling it out by the roots as much as possible), fencing the cleared area, and planting native trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants. We only have a small number of plants-on-hand that we still want to get in the ground as soon as possible.
The next big thing is the start of bird banding as part of the Finger Lakes Bird Observatory MAPS project. We have all the necessary federal, state, and local permits. However, we still need to finish cutting (not digging) net lanes through the privet. This is much easier and quicker than removing the privet by the roots and only requires loppers.
To accomplish the planting and net lane work, we will be working down at Lighthouse Point Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, each day from about 1pm to 3pm.
Please let me know if you can come help. If you come, please wear boots and bring gloves. Bring a water bottle. Bug spray might be a good idea. For planting, please bring a trowel or small shovel. We also can have folks map where plants have been planted. For cutting net lanes, please bring a lopper, hand pruner, or similar tool.
I will try to have the gate unlocked and open each afternoon so folks can come back and park in the woods (not on the golf course). If the gate is closed for some reason, park at the golf course building and walk back the access roae.
Let me know if you have any questions. Thanks Jody
Jody W. Enck, PhD Conservation Social Scientist, and Founder of the Sister Bird Club Network 607-379-5940
