DuPage Birding Club

Springbrook Forest Preserve, Naperville
2022-06-11 07:00 - 10:00 (America/Chicago)
Pre-registration with the leader is required, limit 15 participants. You are not registered unless you receive confirmation from the trip leader. Meet at the main parking lot for Springbrook Prairie on 83rd Street between Route 59 and Book Road. This will be a field trip to look for grassland birds that nest at Springbrook such as Eastern Meadowlark, Bobolink, Henslow’s Sparrow, Sedge Wren, and Dickcissel. Possibility for Grasshopper Sparrow as well. We will be going off-trail and walking in uneven terrain so wear appropriate footwear and long pants. Bring and use insect repellent – there are many ticks at this time of year at Springbrook.

Leader: Joe Suchecki, dbcsec2020@gmail.com

Bird anytime from 5 AM to noon. Meet at Hidden Lake Forest Preserve at 1:00PM for lunch.
2022-06-05 05:00 - 14:00
Please join us for a fun opportunity to meet fellow birders. Create a team of four or join a team of four. Sign up by contacting Vicky Sroczynski VSroczynski@gomacast.net. Bird one park in DuPage county anytime between 5 AM and Noon then meet at Hidden Lake Forest Preserve at 1:00 PM for lunch and socializing. For specific details see the DBC website or the latest Drummings. Hidden Lake is located on Route 53 about a ¼ mile South of Butterfield Road. Hidden Lake Forest Preserve

Leader: Vicky Sroczynski VSroczynski@gomacast.net

Dixon Waterfowl Refuge at Hennepin & Hopper Lakes
2022-06-04 07:30 - 17:00
Meet at the observation tower where we will start the trip by scanning for summering waterfowl, Yellow-headed Blackbirds, and rails. We will also scan from the boat launch lot before moving on to Sandy Hollow to look for sparrows (Lark, Grasshopper, etc.) Due to Covid, lunch we be on your own. Pack a sandwich if you plan to stay past noon. Leader will stay until 5:00 p.m. for those who want to “make a day of it.” Bring a scope if you have one. Bring plenty of water and snacks. No water available on site. It is a 1 1/2 hour drive from Bolingbrook I-55 ramp to the site. Don’t fret if you are running late as we will be scanning the lake for the first hour. Directions and other information can be found at the link below. http://www.wetlands-initiative.org/dixon-location-and-visiting

Leader: Jeff Smith, 331-481-3362, mrqmagoo13@gmail.com

Springbrook Prairie Forest Preserve, Naperville
2022-05-28 07:00 - 10:00
Pre-registration with the leader is required, limit 15 participants.Meet at Model Airfield Parking Lot on west side of Plainfield-Naperville Road in Naperville. We will look for grassland birds and late migrants. We will likely go off-trail, so wear appropriate footwear and clothing and use insect repellent for ticks and mosquitos.Leader: Joe Suchecki, DuPageSBC@gmail.com

Elsen’s Hill/West DuPage Woods, Winfield
2022-05-24 07:00 - 09:30
Pre-registration with the leader is required, limit 15 participants.Meet at the parking lot on the north side of Garys Mill Rd. Field trip looking for migrants and warblers. Leader: Joe Suchecki, DuPageSBC@gmail.com

Timber Ridge Forest Preserve, West Chicago
2022-05-24 07:00 - 09:30
Preregistration is required, limit of 6 cars due to limited parking space. This forest preserve has a wide variety of birding spots accessible via bike/walking trails and small parking lots in several spots. We will bird the Great Western Trail and find migrants in the smaller trees lining the trail, grasslands on the north side and some deeper wooded sections. This trip will include walking at least 3 miles. Try this under- birded preserve to discover a new go-to place. Register one or two people with the leader.Leader: Nancy Allured, nallured@comcast.net

Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois State Beach Park, Zion
2022-05-22 07:30 - 17:00
Pre-registration with the leader is required, limit 12 participants. Illinois State Beach park with its diverse habitats of marsh, dune, swale, oak woods, and beach is a great place for spring migrants. We will hike the Dead River trail and explore other nearby trails as time allows. Meet in the parking lot of the Nature Center located on Old Beach Road in the South Unit of the park.

NOTE: If you are a camper you are welcome to join several of us who will be camping at the park Saturday night. Just be sure to make your reservation early—campsites are filling up quickly! Illinois State Beach ParkLeaders: Donna Kubik & Natalie McFaul, natcatcher7@gmail.com

Montrose Point, Chicago CANCELED
2022-05-21 07:00 - 10:00
CANCELED: This trip has been canceled due to weather predicted.

Montrose is a premier birding site in Chicago, especially known for migratory birds and for the famous piping plovers, Monty and Rose. The area has prairie, shrubs, and woodland habitats. Meet at the entrance to the sanctuary: W Montrose Harbor Dr, Chicago, IL 60640; 41.962817, -87.635138. Most of the street parking in the area is metered and is $2.25/hour. The trip is weather dependent.Leader: Bob Fisher, bfisher928@aol.com, 630 985-2956

Lyman Woods Forest Preserve, Downers Grove
2022-05-19 07:30 - 09:30
Pre-registration with the leader is required, limit 15 participants.

This morning trip will be oriented toward early spring migration. We will be at a leisurely pace to provide as much time as desired to look at each bird and to answer questions for any new birders. Meet in the parking lot in front of Lyman Woods Interpretive Center, located one block east of Highland Avenue on 31st Street. Boots are HIGHLY recommended. Leader: Bonnie Graham, 630-204-8750, Coye72112@gmail.com

Bird Sit at Fullersburg Woods, Oak Brook
2022-05-16 07:30 - 09:30
Pre-registration with the leader is required, limit 10 participants.

This is a field trip for anyone who finds the long walks of our regular field trips too difficult or who would just like a less vigorous birding experience, but still share the camaraderie of fellow birders. Bring your folding lawn chairs, binoculars, and field guides. We will sit on the Nature Center balcony where we will be able to observe the river and surrounding woods. Meet in the main parking lot at 3609 Spring Rd. Fullersburg WoodsLeader: Natalie McFaul natcatcher7@gmail.com

Les Arends Forest Preserve, Batavia
2022-05-15 07:30 - 09:30
Pre-registration with the leader is required, limit 8 participants. We will be concentrating on spring migrants along the Fox River. This will occur along the Fox River bike trail and a short loop trail out to the river (conditions permitting). The loop trail can be muddy. Meet at the northernmost shelter. The address of the preserve is 2S731 Lincoln Way – Rt. 31 Batavia. 54-LesArendsTRAILMAP2016.pdf (kaneforest.com) Les Arends Forest Preserve LinkLeader: Angela and Wally Levernier, wglevernier@gmail.com

Centennial Trail, Lemont
2022-05-14 08:00 - 11:30
Pre-registration with the leader is required, limit 12 participants. On this field trip we will meet in the gravel parking lot at the end of Canal Bank Road. Coming off Lemont Road this turnoff is called Old Lemont Road, and is unmarked, so turn at this pin: https://www.google.com/maps/place/41°41’01.8%22N+88°00’12.8%22W/@41.6837291,-88.0040132,17z Feel free to ask questions about how to get there after you RSVP. We will be on the lookout for shorebirds and other migrants, such as the Centennial’s breeding Prothonotary Warblers.Leader: Henry Meade, Please register with Kathleenreeves22@yahoo.com, 224-319-4377

Springbrook Prairie Forest Preserve, Naperville
2022-05-14 07:00 - 10:30
Pre-registration with the leader is required, limit 15 participants. Meet at the main parking lot on 83rd Street between Book Road and Route 59. The field trip is looking for grassland and marsh birds. We will likely go off-trail so bring appropriate footwear and use insect repellent for ticks and mosquitos.Leader: Joe Suchecki, DuPageSBC@gmail.com

Seager Park, Naperville
2022-05-11 07:30 - 10:30
Pre-registration with the leader is required, limit 12 participants. Meet at the main parking lot, 1163 Plank Rd. We will be in search of migrants, especially warblers and other woodland birds.Leaders: Mike and Karen Warner, mwarner2543@gmail.com, 630 640-2450

2022 Spring Bird Count, DuPage County
2022-05-07 00:00 - 23:59
A hundred or more birders will fan out across DuPage County to identify all the bird species they can find. A group of birders will be in the field somewhere near your home. Come join us; we need more birders to make it possible to cover as many locations within the county as we can.You don’t have to be an expert birder to participate; all skill levels are welcome. Even if you can only bird for part of the day, we can use you. And if that’s your preference, you’ll probably be able to look for birds close to home, since we divide the county into 17 areas, with teams scouring each area.Email Joe Suchecki at DuPageSBC@gmail.com to volunteer or find out more information.

McDowell Grove Forest Preserve, Naperville
2022-05-06 07:30 - 10:00
Pre-registration with the leader is required, limit 15 participants. Meet at the main parking lot off of Raymond Rd in Naperville. Trip is looking for early spring migrants. Wear appropriate footwear and clothing and bring insect repellent.Leader: Joe Suchecki, DuPageSBC@gmail.com

Elsen’s Hill/West DuPage Woods, Winfield
2022-05-01 07:30 - 10:00
Pre-registration with the leader is required, limit 15 participants. This location has the designation of “Important Bird Area.” Elsen’s Hill is known for spring migrating birds and is a traditionally excellent spot for warblers. Take Winfield Rd. to Gary’s Mill Rd. Go west on Gary’s Mill Rd. to the Preserve parking lot entrance on the north side of the road. Be sure to wear appropriate clothing and boots for muddy trails.Leader: Diann Bilderback, 630-272-5746, diann.bilderback@yahoo.com

Know Your Neighborhood: Bloomingdale
2022-05-01 07:30 - 09:30
Take a leisurely stroll through Springfield Park in search of migrant songbirds, such as warblers and orioles, and waterbirds. Meet at the Springfield Park Pavilion, on 269 Springfield Dr. After the walk, join us for breakfast at a local Bloomingdale establishment.Leader: Glenn Perricone, 630-687-2921, gp_arts39@yahoo.com

Maple Grove Forest Preserve, Downers Grove
2022-04-29 08:00 - 10:00
Pre-registration with the leader is required, limit 15 participants. We’ll be looking for spring migrants, including warblers, songbirds, and Wood Ducks that nest in the area. Trails are dirt and may be muddy, so wear appropriate footwear. Meet in parking lot off of Maple Ave. in Downers Grove.Leader: John Hebert, johnhhebert@yahoo.com

Lyman Woods Forest Preserve, Downers Grove
2022-04-28 07:30 - 09:30
Pre-registration with the leader is required, limit 15 participants. This morning trip will be oriented toward early spring migration. We will be at a leisurely pace to provide as much time as desired to look at each bird and to answer questions for any new birders. Meet in the parking lot in front of Lyman Woods Interpretive Center, located one block east of Highland Avenue on 31st Street. Boots are HIGHLY recommended.Leader: Bonnie Graham, 630-204-8750, Coye72112@gmail.com

Bird Sit at Whalon Lake Preserve (Royce Road), Naperville
2022-04-27 08:00 - 10:00
Pre-registration with the leader required, limit 10 participants. This is a field trip for anyone who finds the long walks of our regular field trips too difficult or who would just like a less vigorous birding experience but still share the camaraderie of fellow birders. Bring your folding lawn chairs, binoculars, and field guides and join us at Whalon Lake Preserve. We will meet and sit as a group and look for early spring migrants, waterfowl and any birds that come to us! Birders of all levels are welcome. NOTE this trip takes place on WEDNESDAY not Tuesday as in the past. Whalon Lake Preserve is located on Royce Rd. west of Route 53/Bolingbrook Drive in Naperville. (It is across the street from Lisson Rd.) Park in the first parking area near the picnic shelter. We will be sitting in the shelter. Bring a folding chair or you can sit at the picnic tables in the shelter. Dress warmer than you think necessary as it is harder to stay warm while sitting, especially if the weather is chilly. WhalonLake PreserveLeader: Natalie McFaul, natcatcher7@gmail.com

Bird the Park: St. James Farm, Warrenville
2022-04-24 07:30 - 10:00
This is a leaderless birding experience. You do not need to preregister. You will bird on your own between the hours of 7:30 and 10 AM. The idea is you will “bump” into fellow birders as you make your way along the trail, chat a little about what you are seeing, then move on and hopefully run into another birder further along the trail. You can start at 7:30 or sleep in and start at 8 or even 9! The entrance is located on the east side of Winfield Road, 0.25 mile north of Butterfield Road. Dress for the weather. See map for the route. You can walk the route in either direction.Organizer: Natalie McFaul natcatcher7@gmail.com

Spring Migrants and Birding By Ear, McDowell Grove Forest Preserve,Naperville
2022-04-24 07:00 - 10:00
Pre-registration with the leader is required, limit 15 participants. While we will be looking for early spring migrants, this trip will also focus on learning about bird calls and songs and how to use those sounds to identify “Birds-by-Ear.” The trip leader will key-in on bird calls and songs as the group looks for spring migrants. The emphasis of the trip will be to point out and learn the calls of the birds and how to develop the skills of identifying birds by sound. Please park at the first McDowell Grove Parking lot off of Raymond Drive in Naperville.Leader: Joe Suchecki, 630-369-5570, issuesman50@yahoo.com

Springbrook Prairie, Naperville
2022-04-22 07:00 - 10:00
Pre-registration with the leader is required, limit 15 participants. This trip will focus on grassland birds and spring migrants. Please park at the model aircraft field parking lot on Plainfield-Naperville Road, South of 75th Street in Naperville.Leader: Joe Suchecki, 630-386-5570, issuesman50@yahoo.com

Attracting Hummingbirds
2022-04-21 19:00 - 20:00 | DuPage WildOnes
MEETING TYPE: Zoom. PRESENTER: Denis Kania.

St. James Farm FP, Warrenville
2022-04-21 07:30 - 11:00
Pre-registration with the leader is required, limit 10 participants. We’ll be concentrating on early woodland migrants as we explore some of the excellent trails through this preserve. We will meet in the main parking lot which is accessed off of Winfield Road just north of Butterfield Road.Leader: Denis Kania, djkan36@gmail.com

Lincoln Marsh, Wheaton
2022-04-16 07:30 - 09:30
Pre-registration with the leader is required, limit 15 participants. Between 1979 and 1992 more than 100 parcels of land were assembled to form the core of this park. Today it is one of the most accessible natural areas in DuPage County, having wood chip trails and a floating boardwalk. There is a small prairie and an oak forest besides the marsh. The walk should be between one hour fifteen minutes and two hours and cover approximately a mile. Directions: The entrance to Lincoln Marsh is on the west side of the park, at the corner of Harrison St. and Pierce Ave. From County Farm Rd., turn east on Harrison St. and proceed one mile to the parking lot. If entrance gate is locked, be prepared to park along the street. Be prepared for wet trail conditions and insects, and dress accordingly.Leader: John Cebula, 630-640-2721, joceb2005@sbcglobal.net

Woodcocks, Greene Valley Forest Preserve, Naperville/Woodridge
2022-04-13 19:30 - 20:30
Greene Valley Forest Preserve is known for its Woodcock displays, which begin shortly after sunset. Join us this spring on one of our walks. Meet at the west entrance parking lot: west on 79th St. from Greene Rd, then Thunderbird Rd. south, appr. 1⁄2 mile to the campground entrance. The walk will NOT be canceled due to weather.Leader: Jeff Smith, mrqmagoo13@gmail.com

The DuPage Greenway Trail, Bolingbrook
2022-04-13 08:00 - 10:00
Pre-registration with the leader is required, limit 15 participants. The DuPage Greenway Trail is a paved trail in Bolingbrook that runs alongside the East Branch of the DuPage River. The trailhead is on Royce Rd just west of Rt 53. It is about a mile and a half walk down to Whalon Lake, where we will look for migrating waterfowl, gulls, and possibly a bald eagle. We also hope to see spring migrants along the way.Leader: Mark Freeburg, freebs59@sbcglobal.net or call or text 630-661-1521

West Branch Forest Preserve
2022-04-10 08:00 - 11:00
Pre-registration with the leader is required, limit 12 participants. This morning trip is designed to focus on waterfowl such as Common Loons and Horned Grebes, but we will also search for songbird migrants alongside the lake. We will most likely go onto smaller trails, which could be muddy depending on recent conditions, so boots are highly recommended. We will meet in the parking lot off Army Trail Road.Leader: Henry Meade. Please register with kathleenreeves22@yahoo.com
