Birding Tour with Matt Klein In-Person
Please bring a pair of binoculars with you, or borrow a pair from our Library of Things! Be sure to wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Registration is encouraged but not required.
Join us outside the Main Library by Udall's Pond and learn about local birdlife in a guided tour. Udall’s Pond is home to more than 37 bird species and several varieties of each, offering a fantastic viewing opportunity for new and seasoned bird watchers. Learn some birding tips and which species we may encounter from this slideshow created by Head Reference Librarian and fellow birder, Christy!
Consider joining New York State's "2025 I Bird NY Challenge" for a chance to win birding prizes! See their website for details and challenge sheet. You can also download the challenge sheet listed in the green box below.
Matt B. Klein is a lifelong resident of Great Neck, currently residing in Great Neck Estates where he leads the Environmental Commissioner for the village. He has been birding for over 20 years, having discovered his passion for ornithology in his childhood friend’s backyard near Baker Hill Elementary School. He borrowed his first birding book, National Geographic Guide to Birding Hotspots of the United States from the Great Neck Library shortly thereafter and became hooked, often traveling long distances to “add” birds to his New York State list. Matt enjoys all things nature and can be found exploring the many beautiful parks in Great Neck, usually with camera in hand. You can follow Matt on instagram @flying_objects_at_rest .