Annual Waterfowl Count 2026 (NYS)

18janAll DayAnnual Waterfowl Count 2026 (NYS)

Event Details

The NY State Ornithological Association’s annual statewide waterfowl count is scheduled for Sunday, January 18, 2026. 

DOAS covers Otsego Lake and the Susquehanna River above Unadilla, the Unadilla River, and Cannonsville Reservoir and the W. Branch of the Delaware River. This effort involves surveying waterways where they can be viewed, and identifying and counting ducks and geese. The totals are used by the Department of Environmental Conservation in managing these species over the upcoming year.

Anyone interested in helping with the census, please contact Andy Mason at (607) 267-8491, or by email at AndyMason@earthling.net.

Time

January 18, 2026 All Day(GMT-05:00)

Organizer

Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society

We envision a healthy world where people and wildlife thrive and natural resources are protected. The mission of Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society is to protect our natural environment and connect people with nature to benefit birds and other wildlife through conservation, education, research and advocacy.

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