Photo by Lou Buscher - Basha Kill bald eagle and eaglet, 2003 Photo by Alan A. Minkus Photo by Alan A. Minkus

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Kayaks at the Basha Kill, Jim Carney
Kayaks at the Basha Kill, Jim Carney.

2012 BKAA Calendar of Events.

Hunting, Trapping and Fishing at the Basha Kill

John Haas Birding Blog
Follow the latest entries from the Basha Kill's premier birder, John Haas. John is the author of A Birding Guide to Sullivan County including the Bashakill Wildlife Management Area.

High Volume Hydraulic Fracturing Gas Drilling Information.
See attached document for update on this issue by Dave Colavito at 2011 BKAA Annual Meeting. 

Revised Scope for Commerce Park at Wurtsboro Airport

Click here to read (December 29, 2009)

7 Peaks Subdivision Project

March 2010 reports from BKAA Consultants raise serious concerns about the 7 Peaks Subdivision Project.
DEC Commnets 7 Peaks DEIS March 2010
Engineering Consultant Comments re 7 Peaks DEIS
Economic Consultant Table re 7 Peaks DEIS
Comments of Economic Consultant re 7 Peaks DEIS
Comments by Ecological Consultant re 7 Peaks DEIS
Hydrogeologist Comments re Archaeological Survey
Hydrogeologist Compares Proposals
Hydrogeologist Comments on 7 Peaks Subdivison DEIS



A great blue heron takes off over the Basha Kill
Welcome to the Basha Kill Wetlands, a special place of beauty and adventure. Consisting of 3,000 acres, the Basha Kill is home to over 200 species of birds, 30 varieties of fish, including the remarkable, "prehistoric" bowfin; and many plants, reptiles, amphibians, mammals and insects. It is an unforgettable experience to be present when the birds return to the kill in the Spring. The cacophony of sounds is extraordinary. It is always an adventure to watch a Great Blue Heron lift off and fly across the water. In addition to providing flood control and cleansing drinking water" the Basha Kill" the largest freshwater wetland in Southeastern New York, provides a unique and peaceful place for boating, photography, bird watching, painting, hiking, hunting, fishing, wildlife viewing, wildflower discovery, cross-country skiing and other outdoor activities.

Basha Kill Reflections, Photo by Chris Suckow

Because of the many acres available to explore, it is always possible to find a quiet place to enjoy. One day you may see a bald eagle flying or diving for food, or come upon a snapping turtle, or be surprised by the bright red of a cardinal flower. The variety and beauty of the Basha Kill will touch your spirit and you will return again and again to this place of peace and renewal. We are so fortunate to have this diverse and amazing natural resource in our backyard.

By Toni Garrett


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