Trail Provides Affordable Birding Opportunities for All New Yorkers to “Get Offline, Get Outside”

July 1, 2025

CORNWALL, NY, (JULY 1) – We are delighted to announce that Black Rock Forest has just been added as a location for the New York State Birding Trail. “The New York State Birding Trail provides enjoyable, affordable opportunities for all New Yorkers, regardless of age, ability, identity, or background to have access to locations to experience the joy of watching birds,” said DEC Commissioner Lefton. “With hundreds of visiting and resident bird species to observe this summer – including songbirds, waterfowl, and birds of prey – there is a spot on the Birding Trail for everyone to experience all New York has to offer.”
Visit DEC Announces Expansion of New York State Birding Trail for more information on the NYS Birding Trail Program.

For bird fans wanting to hear Black Rock Forest’s birds from home, visit Listen to the Forest | Black Rock Forest for live recordings!