Programs
The Cornell Lab of Ornithology offers a variety of programs and events for visitors of all ages. Please see our events calendar (below) or call 1-800-843-BIRD for more information.
Virtual programs include free webinars and expert-led workshops. Check the events calendar for a schedule and details. View our video archive of past programs.
Saturday and Sunday mornings from 8:30–10 am (April–October) and 9:30–11 am (November–March). Led by members of the Cayuga Bird Club, we’ll explore the trails at Sapsucker Woods looking and listening for birds. Bring your binoculars and dress for the weather!
Check the events calendar for schedule and details.
Our public programs are hosted in-person and include nature outings, speakers, visiting artists, workshops, and more.
Returning Fall 2024. We’ll meet at the entrance of the Visitor Center for readings of bird-themed books from the library’s children’s collection. Ideal for kids ages 2–5 and their families. Adults should remain present with their children.
Plan Your Visit
Cornell Lab of Ornithology
159 Sapsucker Woods Rd.
Ithaca, NY 14850 (map)
1-800-843-BIRD (2473)
1-607-254-2473
[email protected]
Visitor Center and Wild Birds Unlimited Store: Tuesday–Sunday 10AM to 4PM. Closed Monday.
Trails: Open daily, dawn to dusk. No dogs or bicycles please. Download the trail map.
Admission: Free
Programs This Month
Calendar of Events
Beginner Bird Walk
Join us every Saturday and Sunday morning at 8:30 am at the front entrance of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. We will walk the trails of Sapsucker Woods looking and... Read more »
Tips and Tools for Attracting Feeder Birds
Join staff from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and Wild Birds Unlimited to discover how to attract birds to your outdoor space. Learn practical tips on bird feeding, including the... Read more »
Beginner Bird Walk
Join us every Saturday and Sunday morning at 9:30 am at the front entrance of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. We will walk the trails of Sapsucker Woods looking and... Read more »
Beginner Bird Walk
Join us every Saturday and Sunday morning at 9:30 am at the front entrance of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. We will walk the trails of Sapsucker Woods looking and... Read more »
Beginner Bird Walk
Join us every Saturday and Sunday morning at 9:30 am at the front entrance of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. We will walk the trails of Sapsucker Woods looking and... Read more »
Closed until 1 pm
The Cornell Lab of Ornithology Visitor Center and Wild Birds Unlimited are closed for a private event. We will open from 1:00–4:00 pm. We apologize for the inconvenience. The trails... Read more »
Beginner Bird Walk
Join us every Saturday and Sunday morning at 9:30 am at the front entrance of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. We will walk the trails of Sapsucker Woods looking and... Read more »
Mundinger Lecture: Mapping Migratory Routes with Feathers
Half of the songbird species of the Western Hemisphere are in decline, including migratory birds that travel vast distances. Learn how studying feathers and DNA can make an impact.
Family Story Time
Join us for family story time! We read books about birds and the natural world. Books are preschool age-appropriate, but all ages are welcome. Meet in Adelson Library, second floor... Read more »
Beginner Bird Walk
Join us every Saturday and Sunday morning at 9:30 am at the front entrance of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. We will walk the trails of Sapsucker Woods looking and... Read more »
Conservation Connections
Visit the Cornell Lab of Ornithology Visitor Center and learn how we can help protect birds and nature. Take part in a scavenger hunt to discover how people have affected... Read more »
Beginner Bird Walk
Join us every Saturday and Sunday morning at 9:30 am at the front entrance of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. We will walk the trails of Sapsucker Woods looking and... Read more »
Family Story Time
Join us for family story time! We read books about birds and the natural world. Books are preschool age-appropriate, but all ages are welcome. Meet in Adelson Library, second floor... Read more »
Beginner Bird Walk
Join us every Saturday and Sunday morning at 9:30 am at the front entrance of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. We will walk the trails of Sapsucker Woods looking and... Read more »
Beginner Bird Walk
Join us every Saturday and Sunday morning at 9:30 am at the front entrance of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. We will walk the trails of Sapsucker Woods looking and... Read more »
Closed for Thanksgiving
The Cornell Lab of Ornithology Visitor Center and Wild Birds Unlimited are closed for Thanksgiving Break. We reopen on Friday, November 29. The trails remain open.
Beginner Bird Walk
Join us every Saturday and Sunday morning at 9:30 am at the front entrance of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. We will walk the trails of Sapsucker Woods looking and... Read more »