iBird NY<\/a> program helps budding birders learn how to bird watch. At public libraries across the Empire State, people will be able to pick up a backpack with binoculars and a bird guide for free.<\/p>\n\u201cLibraries are increasingly recognized as key players of environmental conservation, combining their role as community hubs with active sustainability and education initiatives,\u201d said Laura DiBetta with the New York Department of Environmental Conservation. \u201cThis is going to make an already enjoyable activity even more fun, accessible, and affordable.\u201d<\/p>\n
See the list below for local participating libraries:<\/p>\n
Au Sable Forks Free Library<\/p>\n
Belden Noble Memorial Library in Essex<\/p>\n
Chazy Public Library<\/p>\n
Indian Lake Public Library<\/p>\n
Keene Valley Library<\/p>\n
Lake Placid Public Library<\/p>\n
Mooers Free Library<\/p>\n
Old Forge Library<\/p>\n
Saranac Lake Free Library<\/p>\n
Paine Memorial Free Library in Willsboro<\/p>\n
Peru Free Library<\/p>\n
Tupper Lake Free Library<\/p>\n
Wadhams Free Library<\/p>\n
Wead Library in Malone<\/p>\n
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