5530 Sunset Drive; Miami, Florida 33143 (305) 667-7337 Sept/Oct 2006

TAS Loses a Dear Friend

Dr. Robert (Bob) Kelley, 1937-2006 By Joe Browder lighted him. Bob’s University of Miami academic life took that mind into the most eso- ob Kelley was a remarkable Pale orchids in the Fakahatchee, teric theoretical worlds. When our B man whose quiet ways belied his quicksilver spiders need to fight for the Everglades passions for nature, knowledge, on the old Deering and Biscayne Bay forced us friends and justice. For those of us estate, a blue water into the more awkward and remaining from the days of Polly Red- moccasin in Roberts messy world of political reality, ford, Alice Wainwright, Dade Thorn- Lake Strand, Encope Bob’s support was always ton, Charles Lee and Bud Owre, Bob tamiamiensis on the there. He loved it when the two was our bridge to the modern Tropical Loop Road, panther worlds intersected. A great Audubon. His dedication to the good- tracks in the Hole in physicist, Murray Gell-Mann, ness and importance of Tropical was the Donut, snow initiated the National Research as strong as his devotion to the ani- white Capers above Council’s first study of the Ever- mals, plants and wild places that de- the mosquitos on the glades in 1969, and as Audu- trail to Snake Bight, bon’s Everglades person at the owls calling early and late… so many time, I helped contribute to the study. TAS Native Plant & Book Sale elegant, fleeting experiences were Bob was thrilled, a few years ago, at the Doc Thomas House shared with Bob over so many years. when he met Murray Gell-Mann, who Saturday & Sunday, Like Frank Craighead, Joan Browder, came to us to refresh his Everglades November 4 & 5 Mel Finn, Renata Skinner, Charlie knowledge. Brookfield and others with whom we ur native plant sales are fa- had also walked, waded and canoed, Bob had a good eye for Blue-tongued Omous and fun. We have a great Bob was one of those great Ever- Voles. His intellectual honesty and his selection of South Florida plants and glades students whose mind worked disdain for puffery kept him from par- best when his feet were wet. knowledgeable sales people to help (Continued on page 4) you choose the best ones for your yard. Plants available are perfect for creating bird, butterfly and wildlife habitats and also help to conserve The Best of Panama Birding water. February 7-18, 2007 ropical Audubon Society once again partners with Exotic Bird- Also make sure to check out our T ing, an environmentally sensitive birding tour operator based great selection of used books for in Longmont, CO, for a professionally organized and conducted sale at cut-rate prices. All proceeds birding tour to Panama. The tour will be led by a master Panama- from the sale support TAS. Hours are nian birding guide and offers a unique mix of Central and South 9 – 5 on Saturday and 9 – 3 on Sunday. Come early for the best selection, stay American bird species in the area surrounding the Panama Canal late to enjoy the company. plus high elevation specialties and endemic birds of western Pan- ama. The tour is priced at $3,450 from Panama City, of which If you have birding or nature books you’d like $345.00 will be donated to TAS (that $345.00 is tax-deductible). For to donate, please bring them anytime during additional information, email Brian Rapoza at the posted sale hours. Books that are not [email protected], or by phone at 305-388-1544; or birding or nature books will not be accepted. No books will be accepted at anytime other contact Laura Fellows of Exotic Birding toll-free at 877-247-3371. than during the sale. 2 elagic birds, which include alba- White-tailed Tropicbird and Black he hit the pelagic jackpot. On a trip in P trosses, petrels, shearwaters, Noddy. Since these multi-day trips early July, an immature tropicbird flew storm-petrels, tropicbirds, were scheduled in April and early May, directly over his boat. The bird was as- boobies, jaegers and a few to coincide with spring migration, most sumed to be a White-tailed Tropicbird, species of terns, are those pelagic sightings took place during but at least one birder on board, Raul species that spend the ma- those months. What about the rest of “Rock Jetty” Urgelles, returned home jority of their lives at sea. the year, what about other offshore ar- that night troubled by the assumption. Occasionally, after periods eas and what other species are out Luckily, bird photographer Trey Mitchell of strong onshore winds, there? was also on board and was able to take birders may be able to spot several shots of the tropicbird as it flew these birds from shore. For the last several years, local bird overhead. The photographs were sent Otherwise, a boat is needed guide Larry Manfredi, who leads multi- to several seabird identification experts, to find them. In the Outer day boat trips to the Tortugas, has also and before long a verdict was returned: Banks of North Carolina, arranged offshore excursions to find wing feather coloration indicated the offshore trips dedicated to pelagic species. These day trips on bird was in fact a Red-billed Tropicbird, finding seabirds have been chartered fishing vessels, scheduled a species with only a handful of records taking place for years. As a during the summer months, have pro- in Florida. Inspired by this sighting, result, much is now known vided opportunities to explore waters off Roberto sailed again in early July, and about pelagic birding in that the Florida Keys, such as Islamorada this time found a Manx Shearwater! area. Over the years, a and Marathon Humps. These are areas This species, similar to Audubon’s number of rare birds have where upwelling occurs, carrying nutri- Shearwater but distinguished by its been found; many of these ents to the ocean surface. Schools of white undertail, is most common in the rarities, such as Herald and fish are attracted to these areas, in turn North Atlantic. Records of this species Fea’s Petrel, are now being attracting both anglers and seabirds. in Florida have previously occurred from seen regularly. Many of the On a trip he led this past June, an ex- fall through spring, so a summer sight- same species regularly cellent selection of pelagic species ing was very surprising. Roberto’s seen off North Carolina can were seen, including Greater, Cory’s sightings were not necessarily restricted also be found off the coast and Audubon’s Shearwaters, Wilson’s to seabirds; on an August trip, he and of Florida. Unfortunately, and Band-rumped Storm-Petrels, Bri- his passengers crossed paths with an Florida’s offshore waters dled and Sooty Terns and Brown ocean sunfish and two sperm whales! have remained relatively Noddy. The highlight for this trip, unexplored, and little is still though, was a Black-capped Petrel, Evidently, South Florida’s offshore wa- known about the abun- seen by several participants as it ters are more productive for pelagic dance and seasonal pat- passed within 100 yards of the boat. birds than ever imagined. Larry and terns of many of our pelagic This large petrel is known to occur off Roberto have clearly demonstrated that birds. For many years, boat Florida’s Atlantic coast from spring rarities are out there, just offshore, wait- trips to the Dry Tortugas through fall, but is rarely reported by ing to be discovered. In addition, spe- provided one of the few op- birders. It would be the first of three cies like Band-rumped Storm-Petrel, portunities in Florida to see rare-for-Florida seabirds found this once thought present only in very small pelagic species such as summer. numbers, but seen on most trips this Audubon’s Shearwater and summer, may in fact be more common Bridled Tern. For most bird- Local birder (and boater) Roberto “Toe” then previously believed. Each offshore ers, a trip to the Tortugas Torres has in recent years begun to in- trip adds to our knowledge, but much was the only way to see vestigate the pelagic possibilities right remains to be learned. What about Masked Booby, Sooty Tern off Miami’s coast. On trips this summer, other seasons, such as fall and winter? and Brown Noddy, all of he has been able to find many of the What about other parts of the state? which breed on the islands, same species usually found on Keys or For those with access to a boat and a

Brian Rapoza’s Birding Report and Brown Booby, a year- Tortugas trips, including Brown Boo- sense of adventure, the possibilities for round visitor. It was also bies, which he and his passengers saw offshore discovery are endless. their only reasonable oppor- regularly at Fowey Rocks lighthouse. tunity for rarities such as On a couple of his excursions, though,

Tropical Audubon Society (TAS) is a group of dedicated citizens 3) Enjoyment: as a society of members with compatible Drive; Miami, Florida 33143. The phone number is (305) 667- who care about the quality of South Florida’s environment. interests, to enjoy together the study and protection of nature. 7337. Membership rate, $20 per year. Please make your checks Established in 1947, we are a chapter of National Audubon We believe in the wisdom of nature’s design. We seek to foster payable to Tropical Audubon Society, and mail to our office Society and Florida Audubon Society. Our headquarters, the and promote ecological conscientiousness in our community. (address above). Articles, news of events, original drawings, Doc Thomas House, is a Dade County Historic site on three sub- and letters to the Editor are welcomed, and should be submitted tropical acres of native habitat in South Miami. Editor: Jen Lindsley to the TAS office 4 weeks prior to each by-monthly publication. Desk Top Publishing: Steven Mumford It would be preferable if your copy were submitted via the Tropical Audubon’s purposes are: internet. See the "About TAS" section of our website for more 1) Conservation: to work toward protection of the natural world Tropical Audubon Bulletin, the official newsletter of the Tropical information. and to promote wise stewardship of natural resources, Audubon Society, is published bimonthly by the Tropical especially native plants and animals and their habitat. Audubon Society, a non-profit, 501(c) (3) tax-exempt Visit Tropical Audubon on the internet at: 2) Education: to promote, among members and the public of all organization. Throughout this newsletter, “TAS” refers to the tropicalaudubon.org ages, an understanding and appreciation of nature, the Tropical Audubon Society, while “DTH” refers to the Doc environment, and ecological relationships. Thomas House, the site of our office located at 5530 Sunset 3 TAS Birdathon a Flying Success! his year’s Birdathon was an- 113 species for the day. Cynthia Sanford), Robin Just, Jean Evoy, T other successful event! Dolora Guerra’s team counted 67 species for John Sorgie, Don Finefrock, Steven Batchelor’s team counted 33 species the day. Seigel, John Atkinson, Tom Perez, and won first prize, a $500 American Jeff Guerra, David Pearson, Alan Airlines Gift Certificate, for the most Special thanks to Larry Manfredi, Steinberg Phil Guerra, Lisa Black- money raised. Roxanne Featherly Nancy Freedman, Anonymous, and welder, Virginia Lepper, Micheline came in second with 52 species and Eagle Optics for their donations in McCarthy, Clyde Butcher, Joel the next highest amount raised which support of the event. And extra spe- Ehrenkrantz, Jay Seber, Bohn, Sin- won her a pelagic birding trip with cial thanks to all the people who made maz, Henderson, Featherly, Dolora Larry Manfredi. Nancy Freedman and pledges to support our birding teams Batchelor, Estelle Roth, Diana McCoy, John Boyd saw an amazing 127 spe- and TAS: Brian Rapoza, Paul Bithorn, Barbara Hosford, Barbara Crutchfeld, cies for the day and won a comfy John Boyd, Dean Murphy, Jean Sara Ellenburg, Carol Green, Barbara hammock donated anonymously. The Quincy, Jennifer Huber, Daniel Koch, Stabley, Mary Rose, and Barbara Life is Good Team (Paul Bithorn and John Freedman, Brad Tushin, Koch & Blank. Brian Rapoza) logged an astounding Tushin, Brenda Roark, Robin Diaz, Mort Cooper, April Make plans to join the Birathon in WHAT OUR FRIENDS ARE DOING: Gromnicki, Jamie Fur- 2007! Its great fun and a great gang, David Sanford way to support TAS! FAIRCHILD TROPICAL GARDEN (in memory of Tilli International Aroid Show and Sale - Sep. 16-17, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. BIRDING 101 with Brian Rapoza Presented by the International Aroid Society. School Time at Tropical! Bonsai Show and Sale - Thursday and Saturday October 5 and 7 Oct. 14-15, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Presented by the Bonsai Society of Miami. earn to bird! This is a 2-part program focusing on the L birds, beasts and butterflies of South Florida. On Thurs., Fine Wines at Fairchild Oct. 6 at the Doc Thomas House (5530 Sunset, Miami), Oct. 21, 6:30-8:00 p.m., VIP tasting; Brian will cover nature watching basics and present slides of 8:00-11:00 p.m., general tasting some of our native species. On Sat., Oct. 8, you can put this Taste wines from around the world in a beautiful tropi- newly found knowledge to use on a walk in a local park. Call cal setting 305-388-1544 for more information. Fee required: $10 for an individual TAS member/$15 for TAS member families / $15 for nonmember individuals/ $20 for nonmember families FLORIDA NATIVE PLANT SOCIETY (family prices include as many kids as you want to bring). The Dade Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Soci- Children and adults will enjoy this class. We would love to ety meets on fourth Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. at see more people of all ages interested in our unique natural Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden (social time 7:15). heritage! Meetings are free and open to the public. For more information and other activities, call 305-255-6404 or visit www.fnps.org and follow links to the Dade Chap- ter.

On Sept. 26, Dr. David Janos, Associate Professor, ant to learn about native plants, help Tropical Dept. of Biology at UM, will present "What Does W Audubon maintain our native landscape at the Doc Northern Australian Eucalypt Biology Suggest About Thomas House and get your hands dirty? We need you! Dade County Pine?" Show up anytime between 8:30-noon and you will find a host of hard workers. This is a great opportunity for stu- On Oct. 24, David McLean, a horticulture expert re- dents to earn community service hours. tired from Broward Community College, will speak Call 305-667-7337 for more information. about "New Natives".

On Oct. 29, The Rare Event: A connoisseur's auction Fundays will be held of rare and uncommon plants and art – 5:00 p.m. to Sept. 16 and Oct. 21 8:00 p.m. 4

Tribal Arts Society Lecture at Lowe Art Museum Thanks to

“Spirits of the Air: our Donors!

Birds and American Indians in the South” he following generous individu- T als and organizations have con- tributed to TAS since the last Bulletin. Wed., Nov 15, 7:30 p.m. As always, we GREATLY appreciate your support! Shepard Krech III, Ph.D., Professor of Anthropology and Envi- ronmental Studies and Director of the Haffenreffer Museum of White-Crowned Pigeon ($50 to $99) Anthropology at Brown University, will lecture on the importance of birds culturally and historically. When Europeans John Stevens arrived in eastern North America they depicted birds in John Atkinson extraordinary quantities. Birds turned up in Patricia Lalor references to society, politics, performance, Other Donors narrative, beliefs about sickness and well being, and the world of spirits or other Doris Rudnick nonhuman beings. There is a $10 fee. Anita Shuffield For further information, please contact Freda William Ryan Tschumy (305-444-2825) or Dot Downs at Antonie Downs

(305-667-3202). TAS thanks the following individuals for their generous contributions in loving memory of Bob Kelley

Harvey Goldstein Bob Kelley Liliana Davidson-Tower Patty Phares (Continued from page 1) Susan Hilsenbeck ticipating in the Theater of the Everglades, the high-profile celebrity industry Joe Browder that began to envelop us all ten years ago, when the value of Everglades res- Karsten and Carol Rist toration strategies became measured by how many billions of dollars might Rebecca White be spent to promote urban growth, instead of by whether those parts of the Anonymous Everglades, Biscayne Bay and Big Cypress in the National Parks System will actually get the protection they legally deserve. Bob knew that we couldn’t TAS also thanks Deanna Sumski for save the Everglades by degrading Everglades National Park. her generous contribution in memory of Dick Cunningham. At the most personal level, Bob will continue to be one of the very few people who are always with me when I’m alone in nature. Not just because of what Thank You ! we experienced together, but also because in a lifetime filled with wonderful people, I’ve known no one more generous, loving and forgiving than Bob Kel- ley. Regarding the natural south Florida that Bob knew so well and cared HOLD THAT DATE!! about so deeply, I can think of no better way for people to honor Bob Kelley than to follow Tropical Audubon’s traditional independent path, not get dis- 2nd Annual Holiday Potluck tracted by the theatrics, and continue fighting to make sure that Everglades National Park, Biscayne National Park, and Big Cypress National Preserve Sunday, December 3, 2006 are protected and restored. TAS will join the Dade Chapter Note from Cynthia - on August 20, over 200 of Bob's friends joined us at TAS Native Plant Society, Miami Blue for a celebration of his life. It was a warm and tender event with much humor Chapter North American Butterfly and it was a lovely reflection of such a dear man. Thanks to everyone who Association, and TREEmendous helped make this such fitting tribute for Bob. Miami for the 2nd Annual Holiday Potluck Picnic!

Location and details to follow… 5 Audubon Assembly 2006 Saving Birds and Special Spaces

October 19-21 Cocoa Beach for the protection of birds. Hear scien- bers. Field trips will take in some of tists share insights on global warming Florida's birding hot spots, so don't This year, Audubon Assembly goes to and its consequences for Florida's ex- forget the binoculars! the Beach! Relax and enjoy the cas- tensive coastal areas. Collaborate ual, beachfront atmosphere of the with other environmentalists and bird- Register by September 27 and pay Holiday Inn Cocoa Beach Oceanfront ers from across the region to shape only $99 for all receptions, meals, pro- Resort. Join Audubon of Florida for policies and take an active part in sav- grams, workshops, and even a movie. engaging programs that highlight Flor- ing our birds, wildlife, and habitats. (After September 27, this all-inclusive ida's coastal environments and issues Enjoy one of Florida's best beaches package is $125.) Conference costs that affect their well being. Get in- while you catch up with friends, col- are underwritten by Audubon of Flor- spired and sharpen skills to advocate leagues, and fellow Audubon mem- ida to keep participants' costs to a minimum, so make plans NOW to at- 8th Annual Florida Keys Birding and Wildlife Festival tend! Download the registration form from www.audubonofflorida.org and he festival is scheduled for State Park at 305-289-2690. mail or fax it or call Vicky Johnston at T Sept. 29 through Oct. 1 2006 and (305) 371-6399 ext. 134 to have a will be anchored at Curry Hammock An opening event will be held at the registration form mailed to you. Book State Park, located on the Overseas Marathon Garden Club, with hors hotel accommodations directly with Highway, at Mile Marker 56.2 in d'oeuvres at 6:00 PM, followed at the Holiday Inn (800-206-2724), and Marathon, Florida. Additional infor- 7:00 PM by our keynote speaker. Ad- take advantage of the special rate for mation is available by calling the Key mission will be $15, which also in- Audubon Assembly participants. Deer Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center at cludes a goodie bag and a Festival T- Oceanfront rooms are available at an 305-872-0774 or Curry Hammock shirt. additional cost.

TAS General Meeting and Conservation Meeting Schedule

TAS General Meeting Schedule Conservation Committee Meeting Announcements Membership meetings are open to the public and held at the Doc Thomas House, 5530 Sunset Dr., near Red Rd. Wed. Sept 27 – Environmentally Friendly Virtual The doors open at 7:30pm and the program begins at Meeting to be held in Cyber Space 8:00pm. Call for more information (305) 667-7337. Join TAS Conservation Chair Dick Townsend in a virtual meeting. Mr. Townsend would like to hear from you, Tue., Sep. 12 - Caught in the Act TAS members, on what you believe are the most critical Local filmmaker Steve Siegel presents fascinating video conservation issues we are facing today. E-mail your he's collected over the last several years, illustrating idio- notes to [email protected] and he will respond syncrasies of bird behavior. Included will be close-ups to you between 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. on the evening and slow-motion video of avian feeding strategies, meth- of September 27th. ods of locomotion and courtship displays. Wed. Oct 25, 7:30 p.m. – Miami MetroZoo Family Tue., Oct. 10 - Humpbacks of the Silver Banks Entertainment Facility Expansion Nancy and Bruce Moreland return to share amazing video Meeting at the Doc Thomas House, 5530 Sunset Drive and photos of their March, 2005 journey to the Silver Barbara Falsey from the Miami Dade County Department Banks, off the Dominican Republic, the southernmost of Park and Recreation will present information on the point in the migration route of the North Atlantic popula- November 7, 2006 referendum concerning development tion of humpback whales. Join them as they snorkel with adjacent to Miami Metrozoo. The County is seeking to humpbacks, study mother/calf interactions and observe develop a water park and other family entertainment fa- rowdy groups of males as they compete for mates. cilities that will draw more visitors to the area and will help support the expansion of the zoological park. The discussion will be focused on the potential impacts of the development plans on the critical natural resources of the area. 6 TAS CALENDAR

CALENDAR OF WALKS, WORKDAYS, FESTIVALS, SALES, CLASSES - EVERYTHING YOU EVER WANTED TO DO WITH TROPICAL AUDUBON SOCIETY The specifics for Tropical's ongoing activities are indicated below. In some cases, the trip leader has included his email address and phone number for direct contact. Otherwise, please call TAS at 305 667 PEEP (7337) or email [email protected], or see our web page http://tropicalaudubon.org for more information.

Sat., Sept. 2 — Bill Baggs Cape Flor- Sat., Sept. 23 — A.D. Barnes Park Sat., Oct. 14 — South Dade Birding ida Bird Walk Bird Walk John Boyd will lead this all day carpool Jeff Weber will lead birders through Bill Robin Diaz and Susan Schneider will trip, which may include stops at Lucky Baggs Cape Florida State Park on Key lead. See Sept. 3 for details. Hammock, Castellow Hammock and Biscayne. Meet in the west end of the Dump Marsh. Meet at 7:00am in the Seaquarium parking lot on the Ricken- Sun., Sept. 24 — Matheson Hammock parking lot of the Burger King on US1 in backer Causeway at 7:30am. Partici- Bird Walk Florida City (just after the end of the pants will carpool to the state park. Raul Urgelles and Roberto Torres will turnpike). This is an all day trip. Bring Costs include an entrance fee to the lead birders through Matheson Ham- lunch. park and the causeway toll. mock on Old Cutler Rd. immediately north of Fairchild Gardens. The group Sat., Oct. 21 — Shark Valley / Loop Sun., Sept. 3 — A.D. Barnes Park meets in the parking area on the left Road Birding Bird Walk inside the park entrance at 7:30am. Re- Paul Bithorn and Juan Villamil will lead Bill Boeringer will lead birders through turn is at approximately 11:00am. this carpool trip. Meet at 7:00am at the A.D. Barnes Park. Enter on SW 72nd east gate (SW 55th Ave.) of the Doc Ave. just north of Bird Rd. (SW 40th St.) Sun., Sept. 30 — Corkscrew Swamp / Thomas property (5530 Sunset Drive, and take the first left to park near the Tigertail Beach Birding South Miami). Bring lunch. baseball fields. Meet at 7:30am, return- Brian Rapoza will lead an all day car- ing at approximately 11:00am. pool event to Collier County. Meet at Sat., Oct. 28 — Babcock-Webb / Ft. 6:00am at the east gate (on SW 55th Myers Beach Birding Sat., Sept. 9 — Matheson Hammock / Ave.) of the Doc Thomas property (5530 Brian Rapoza leads this all-day carpool Fairchild Tropical Garden Bird Walk Sunset Drive, South Miami). There is an trip to Babcock-Webb Wildlife Manage- John Boyd will lead birders through admission fee for Corkscrew Swamp ment Area in Charlotte County and Ft. Matheson Hammock and Fairchild Sanctuary (discount for Audubon mem- Myers Beach in Lee County. Meet at Tropical Botanic Garden. The group bers). Bring lunch and wading shoes. 6:00am at the east gate (on SW 55th meets at 7:30am in the parking area on Ave.) of the Doc Thomas property (5530 the left inside the Matheson north en- Sun., Oct 1 — Cutler Ridge Birding Sunset Drive, South Miami). Bring lunch trance. Entry to Fairchild is at 10:00am. Roberto Torres will lead this carpool trip and wading shoes. The Fairchild entrance fee will be to birding locations in the Cutler Ridge waived for TAS members. Return is at area, including Bill Sadowski Park, Sun., Oct. 29 — Charles Deering Es- approximately 11:30am. Black Point, Cutler Wetlands and Dump tate Nature Walk Marsh. Meet at Bill Sadowski Park, Rick Cohen and Joe Barros will empha- Sun., Sept. 10 — Elaine Gordon En- 17555 SW 79 Ave., at 7:30am. Bring size the botanical and geological fea- chanted Forest Park Bird Walk lunch. tures found in the 420 acre park. The Alex Harper will lead a group through park entrance is located just east of Old the Elaine Gordon Enchanted Forest. Sat., Oct. 7 — Greynold's Park Bird Cutler Rd. on SW 168th Street. Wear Meet at 8am in the first covered picnic Walk sturdy shoes. Bring water, hat, and bug area just inside the park entrance at Jim King will lead birders through Grey- spray. Rating: easy to moderate. Lim- 1725 NE 135th St. west of Biscayne nold's Park, 17530 West Dixie Highway ited to 10 participants. Reservations re- Blvd. in North Miami Beach. Meet at the park quired by October 22. Email the TAS boathouse at 7:30am. Parking is avail- field trip coordinator or call 305-388- Sat., Sept. 16 — Bill Baggs Cape able near the playground and the ele- 1544. This is a popular outing, so call Florida State Park Bird Walk vated mound opposite the boathouse. early! Fee: $18.00 for members, $20.00 Paul Bithorn will lead. See Sept. 2 for Return is at approximately 11:00am. for nonmembers includes Deering en- details. trance. Sun., Oct 8 — A.D. Barnes Park Bird Sun., Sept. 17 — Kendall Indian Ham- Walk mocks Bird Walk Bill Boeringer and Gigi Brian Rapoza will lead a group through Pardo will lead. See Sept. Tropical Audubon Society Non-Profit Org. Kendall Indian Hammocks at 11345 SW 3 for details. 5530 Sunset Drive U.S. Postage Paid 79th Street. The entrance is on the west Miami, FL 33143 Miami, Florida Permit No. 3677 side of SW 112th Ave. at SW 79th Street. The group meets in the parking area adjacent to the baseball field at 7:30am, returning at approximately 11:00am.