Meetings and Speakers

Our October speakers will be Cayuga Bird Club members Stephanie Herrick, Kevin McGowan, and Jody Enck. They will share their photos, impressions, and stories from the Club trip to the island nation in April 2025, when we encountered more than 20 of the 25 or 26 species of endemic birds found only on the island of Cuba. Although only about 90 miles south of Florida, visiting this island nation is challenging because of international relations, an over-stressed electric grid, and limited ecotourism infrastructure. Still, the Cuban people are incredibly friendly and welcoming, and above all else, they are resilient and resourceful. Come hear our story as we relive our experiences with the culture, people, and birds of this island nation. We will be joined during Q & A by a few of the other travelers.