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SUMMARY:Waterfall Glen Sawmill Creek Area\, Lemont (Walk and Lunch)
DESCRIPTION:Registration not required.We’ll walk at least 3 miles searching this watershed for all the spring migrants\, summer breeding birds\, and a couple resident specialties. PLEASE be prepared for rocky\, root-filled trails along the creek\, and hills throughout. Bring lunch so we can eat together in the picnic shelter afterwards. Park in the large new parking lot just southeast of the intersection of Cass and Bluff. (Enter from Bluff Rd. and listen for nesting Pine Warblers singing.) Leader: Vicky Sroczynski\, 630-297-9512 (text with any questions)
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/waterfall-glen-sawmill-creek-area-lemont-3/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250505T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250505T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T155741
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T201241Z
UID:10000604-1746469800-1746477000@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Elsen's Hill\, Winfield
DESCRIPTION:Registration with the leader is required.Come check out a popular birding hotspot at a less-often visited time of day; an evening at Elsen’s!  There should be plenty of migrant birds around\, as well as resident species. Hopefully we could also encounter some crepuscular or nocturnal birds and other wildlife. This trip will be approximately 2 miles on earthen trails which might be muddy or even have standing water if there has been a lot of rain lately.  Meet at the Elsen’s Hill parking lot in West DuPage Woods located on the north side of Gary’s Mill Road\, west of Winfield Road\, and east of where Gary’s Mill intersects Roosevelt Road.Leader: Kyle Wiktor\, 708-506-5186 (text or call to register)
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/elsens-hill-winfield-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250505T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250505T103000
DTSTAMP:20260423T155741
CREATED:20250429T170000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250426T191310Z
UID:10000595-1746430200-1746441000@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:McDowell Grove Forest Preserve\, Naperville
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 10 participantsThis morning trip will focus on woodland migrants passing through our area. This is a popular migrant hotspot in both spring and fall. If birds are on the move\, we will be in a great location to view them. Meet in the first parking lot after entering the preserve. The entrance is at the intersection of Raymond Dr. and McDowell Rd. where there is a stoplight.Leader: Denis Kania\, djkan36@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/mcdowell-grove-forest-preserve-naperville-25/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250505T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250507T000000
DTSTAMP:20260423T155741
CREATED:20250519T204631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T204649Z
UID:10000624-1746403200-1746576000@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Testers Test\, West Chicago
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 15 participantsThe Heron Rookery Preserve at Lake Renwick is a limited access preserve where it is possible to viewnesting egrets\, Great Blue Herons\, and Double-crested Cormorants. The rookery itself is located on anisland in Lake Renwick. This trip will include hiking less than one mile to viewing areas on naturalsurfaces and uneven terrain. If there is time\, we may also walk some of the trails at the rookery. We willmeet our guide at the visitor center at the Renwick Road entrance. Bring your cameras and scopes! \nHeron Rookery Nature Preserve is located at 23202 W. Renwick Road. (On Renwick Road east of route30/Lincoln Highway and West of the I55 overpass in Plainfield.) \nDress for the weather. Bring water and bug spray.https://maps.app.goo.gl/1E2acv1Wd1wLYzyZALeader: Test Tester\, test1@test.tt\, (555) 555-5555; Test Tester2 test2@test.tt (777) 777-7777; Test Tester3 test3@test.tt (999) 999-9999
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/testers-test-west-chicago/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250504T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250504T100000
DTSTAMP:20260423T155741
CREATED:20250429T050000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T200836Z
UID:10000603-1746345600-1746352800@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary\, Chicago
DESCRIPTION:Registration with the leader is required. Limit of 20 participants.Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary is one of the premier birding hotspots in the state. Located next to Montrose Beach along Lake Michigan in Chicago\, Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary offers a variety of habitats for a large number of birds. The group will explore the entire sanctuary\, including wooded areas\, prairie\, beachfront and the dunes area. Some trails may be muddy\, so dress appropriately. Targets will include migrating warblers and shorebirds. Leader: Robert Perez\,  robertperez787@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/montrose-point-bird-sanctuary-chicago-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T155741
CREATED:20250329T170000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250426T191500Z
UID:10000594-1746259200-1746270000@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Lake Renwick Heron Rookery\, Plainfield
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader required\, limit 20 participantsThe Heron Rookery Preserve at Lake Renwick is a limited access preserve where it is possible to view nesting egrets\, Great Blue Herons\, and Double-Crested Cormorants. The rookery itself is located on an island in Lake Renwick. This trip will include hiking less than 1 mile to viewing areas on natural surfaces and uneven terrain. If there is time\, we may also walk some of the trails at the rookery. We will meet our guide at the visitor center at the Renwick Road entrance. Bring your cameras and scopes! Dress for the weather. Bring water and bug spray.Heron Rookery Nature Preserve is located at 23202 W. Renwick Road. (On Renwick Road east of route 30/Lincoln Highway and West of the I55 overpass in Plainfield.) LINK \n\n\n\nLeader: Natalie McFaul\, natcatcher7@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/lake-renwick-heron-rookery-plainfield/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T155741
CREATED:20250329T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T235129Z
UID:10000593-1746120600-1746129600@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Wood Dale Reservoir\, Wood Dale
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader required\, limit 15 participants.Shorebirds after work! Wood Dale Reservoir offers great viewing opportunities for several species of migrating shorebirds. Spotting scopes can be useful here; trip leader will have one. Shorebird IDs can be difficult at times. The trip leader will be happy to help people who may be new to it\, but it will help to review field guides\, eBird/Merlin\, and/or some of the DBC YouTube content (Yellowlegs and Similar Waders\, Peeps) ahead of time. We will meet at the parking lot at the end of School Street (298 School Street in Wood Dale if using GPS).Leader: Matt Crisler\, crislermj@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/wood-dale-reservoir-wood-dale-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T100000
DTSTAMP:20260423T155741
CREATED:20250329T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T234625Z
UID:10000592-1745911800-1745920800@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Meacham Grove Forest Preserve\, Bloomingdale
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 10 participantsThis walk will cover approximately 3 miles of trails through woodland groves\, meadows\, wetlands and along open edges. Woodland trails can be wet and/or muddy. Meet at main parking lot on Circle Avenue\, just north of Lake Street (Rt 20). https://maps.app.goo.gl/dJvRbGDZAmZ5cKGeALeader: Nancy Allured\, nallured@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/meacham-grove-forest-preserve-bloomingdale/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250428T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250428T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T155741
CREATED:20250329T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T234141Z
UID:10000591-1745825400-1745838000@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:St. James Farm Forest Preserve\, Warrenville
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 10 participantsWe’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
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/st-james-farm-forest-preserve-warrenville-13/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250425T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250425T194500
DTSTAMP:20260423T155741
CREATED:20250329T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T233824Z
UID:10000590-1745603100-1745610300@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:After-Work Birding at Danada Forest Preserve (east side)\, Wheaton
DESCRIPTION:Registration is not required. Please email the leader if you plan to attend to receive updates.Start the weekend off with a casual evening of birding. This trip is planned with the after-work/school crowd in mind\, but anyone interested is welcome! Danada East is located at 3S501 Naperville Road\, on the east side of the road\, south of Butterfield Road and north of 1-88 (Danada House). Plan to meet at the north end of the parking lot near the entry kiosk with the benches and bike racks. This trip may be cancelled due to weather.Leader: William Pixler\, pillwixler@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/after-work-birding-at-danada-forest-preserve-east-side-wheaton/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250423T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250423T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T155741
CREATED:20250329T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T141703Z
UID:10000589-1745428500-1745438400@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Lyman Woods\, Downers Grove
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 10 participantsWe will be looking for early migrants and woodland residents and conclude the trip with a search for the resident Great Horned Owls and/or migrating Woodcocks around and after sunset. Dress warmly as we may be stationary at times. A red flashlight or headlamp is recommended. Lyman’s trails are oftenmuddy and there may be areas with standing water. Be prepared with appropriate footwear. Meet at the Lyman Woods main parking lot on 31 st Street.Leader: Matt Crisler\, crislermj@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/lyman-woods-downers-grove-9/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T155741
CREATED:20250329T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T141635Z
UID:10000588-1745312400-1745319600@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Greene Valley Forest Preserve West\, Bolingbrook
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is requiredThis trip will look for early migrants and returning summer residents in the Thunderbird area. We will travel along the gravel road to the campground and then walk back through the woods. Meet at the west entrance parking lot off Thunderbird Road. https://maps.app.goo.gl/qBDz7dMEctk3oJss8Leader: Mark Freeburg\, Cell: (630)661-1521\, freebs59@sbcglobal.net
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/greene-valley-forest-preserve-west-bolingbrook/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T155741
CREATED:20250329T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T141602Z
UID:10000586-1745051400-1745060400@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Bike & Bird\, Greene Valley Forest Preserve\, Naperville
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required with the leader\, 10 participantsGreene Valley has a lot of great habitats in it\, but you can’t really cover more than one in a typical field trip due to distance. We will bike around the preserve to hit as much as possible in one run. Expect to ride about 5 miles with a few light hills (no overlook). We will be sticking to the limestone/paved trails. Meet at the north end of the Greene Road parking lot near the information sign & trailhead.Leader: Matt Crisler\, crislermj@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/bike-bird-greene-valley-forest-preserve-naperville/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T100000
DTSTAMP:20260423T155741
CREATED:20250329T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T141535Z
UID:10000587-1745047800-1745056800@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Springbrook Prairie Forest Preserve\, Naperville
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is requiredJoin Joe Suchecki to look for early spring migrants\, grassland birds and marsh birds at this great birding location. Wear appropriate clothing and footwear in case we go off-trail. Insect repellant recommended. Meet at the main parking lot on 83 rd Street\, between Book Rd. and Route 59.Leader: Joe Suchecki\, Dbcsec2020@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/springbrook-prairie-forest-preserve-naperville-18/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T103000
DTSTAMP:20260423T155741
CREATED:20250329T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T141405Z
UID:10000585-1744788600-1744799400@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Danada Forest Preserve (west side)\, Wheaton
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is suggestedOn this trip we will be exploring the western part of Danada Forest Preserve looking for nesting Great Blue Herons who have had a rookery here in the past. Also\, we will be searching for early spring migrants. Please meet on the west side of the Forest Preserve HQ parking lot.Leader: Mike and Karen Warner\, mwarner2543@gmail.com\, 630 640-2450
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/danada-forest-preserve-west-side-wheaton-5/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250413T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250413T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T155741
CREATED:20250329T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T141323Z
UID:10000584-1744531200-1744542000@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:West Branch Forest Preserve\, Bartlett
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 12 participantsThis 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 theparking lot off Army Trail Road\, near Deep Quarry Lake.Leader: Henry Meade\, henrymm21@icloud.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/west-branch-forest-preserve-bartlett-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T100000
DTSTAMP:20260423T155741
CREATED:20250329T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T141228Z
UID:10000583-1744444800-1744452000@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Bird Sit at Whalon Lake Preserve\, Naperville
DESCRIPTION:Preregistration is suggested so you can be contacted in case of cancellationOur first sit of the year! This is a field trip for anyone who finds the long walks of our regular field trips too difficult or who would like a less vigorous birding experience. Share in the camaraderie of fellow birders! Bring your folding lawn chairs\, binoculars\, and field guides and join us at Whalon Lake Preserve.A scope can be helpful for spotting birds on the lake. 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 welcome. Whalon Lake Preserve is located on Royce Rd.\, west of Route 53/Bolingbrook Drive in Naperville (across the street from Lissen Rd.) Drive all the way to the boat landing area\, we will meet there. Dress muchwarmer than you think is necessary. It’s hard to stay warm while sitting\, especially if the weather is chilly.Leader: Natalie McFaul\, Natcatcher7@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/bird-sit-at-whalon-lake-preserve-naperville-3/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250407T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250407T103000
DTSTAMP:20260423T155741
CREATED:20250326T204209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T204211Z
UID:10000582-1744011000-1744021800@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:McKee Marsh\, Warrenville
DESCRIPTION:Registration not requiredJoin us for a morning walk at one of DuPage County’s premier birding hotspots to look for resident birds and early spring migrants.  The walk will be approximately 3 miles on limestone and earthen trails; wear appropriate shoes and clothing.  Meet at the visitor parking lot on the north side of Mack Road\, located east of Rt. 59\, and west of Winfield Road.Leader: Kyle Wiktor\, Cell: (708)506-5186
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/mckee-marsh-warrenville-46/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250404T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250404T194500
DTSTAMP:20260423T155741
CREATED:20250326T203956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T203958Z
UID:10000581-1743788700-1743795900@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Timberdoodlin’ at Danada Forest Preserve (west side)\, Wheaton
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 15 participantsMeet up with us for some evening birding through the west side of Danada Forest Preserve while daylight allows. The birding doesn’t stop just because the sun as gone down! Once it’s too dark to keep birding with binoculars\, we will shift our focus to looking and listening for displays of American Woodcocks. This trip may be cancelled due to weather. Meet at the circle drive in front of the Forest Preserve District HQ\, located at 3S580 Naperville Rd.\, Wheaton\, IL 60189Leader: William Pixler\, pillwixler@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/timberdoodlin-at-danada-forest-preserve-west-side-wheaton/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250402T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250402T194500
DTSTAMP:20260423T155741
CREATED:20250326T203431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T203519Z
UID:10000580-1743614100-1743623100@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Lyman Woods\, Downers Grove
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 10 participantsWe will be looking for early migrants and woodland residents and conclude the trip with a search for the resident Great Horned Owls and/or migrating Woodcocks around and after sunset. Dress warmly as we may be stationary at times. A red flashlight or headlamp is recommended. Lyman’s trails are oftenmuddy and there may be areas with standing water. Be prepared with appropriate footwear. Meet at the Lyman Woods main parking lot on 31 st Street.Leader: Matt Crisler\, crislermj@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/lyman-woods-downers-grove-8/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250331T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250331T103000
DTSTAMP:20260423T155741
CREATED:20250227T140000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250222T162205Z
UID:10000575-1743408000-1743417000@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:McKee Marsh\, Warrenville
DESCRIPTION:Registration not necessary.  Join us for a walk around one of DuPage county’s premier birding hotspots to look for resident birds and early spring migrants.  Hopefully\, some waterfowl should be around.  This approximately 3-mile walk will be on crushed limestone and earthen trails; wear appropriate shoes and clothing. Meet at the visitor parking lot on the north side of Mack Rd.\, located between Winfield Rd. and Rt. 59 in Warrenville.Leader: Kyle Wiktor\, 708-506-5186 (text or call if you have questions regarding weather cancellation)
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/mckee-marsh-warrenville-45/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250324T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250324T103000
DTSTAMP:20260423T155741
CREATED:20250227T140000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250222T161903Z
UID:10000574-1742803200-1742812200@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Morton Arboretum\, West Side
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required.We will meet at Thornhill parking lot\, P21 and walk on wood chip paths for about 2 miles. We will be looking for early migrants and usual winter birds.  Info on the arboretum is at:  https://mortonarb.org/visit-the-arboretum/. If you don’t have an arboretum membership contact us and we can arrange for you to enter with a member for $10.00.Leaders: Mike and Karen Warner\,  mwarner2543@gmail.com\, 630-640-2450
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/morton-arboretum-west-side-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250323T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250323T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T155741
CREATED:20250227T140000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250222T161456Z
UID:10000573-1742716800-1742727600@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Centennial Trail\, Lemont
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 12 participants.On this field trip our main targets will be early returning spring migrants. Northern Shovelers and Redheads\, along with a large array of waterfowl are all possible. We will also be on the lookout for songbirds such as Rusty Blackbirds\, Eastern Towhees\, and many more\, on the wooded side of the trail. We will meet in the gravel parking lot at the end of Canal Bank Road. Coming off of Lemont Road this turnoff is called Old Lemont Road\, and is unmarked\, so turn at this pin: 41\,683840\, -88.003541. Google Map link. Feel free to ask questions on how to get there after you RSVP.Leader: Henry Meade\, henrymm21@icloud.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/centennial-trail-lemont-28/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250323T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250323T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T155741
CREATED:20250227T140000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250222T155304Z
UID:10000572-1742715000-1742749200@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Mississippi River - Waterfowl Trip
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 12 participants.Waterfowl\, cranes\, eagles\, and pelicans will be sought on this all-day trip exploring spots along the Mississippi\, both in Illinois and Iowa. In addition to the river\, Lost Mound National Wildlife Refuge will be visited to search for Western Meadowlark and Northern Mockingbird. Please contact the leader for meeting time and location. We will caravan from the western suburbs. Leader: Jeff Chapman\, jeffchapman948@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/mississippi-river-waterfowl-trip-6/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250315T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250315T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T155741
CREATED:20250227T144900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250222T205321Z
UID:10000578-1742058000-1742067000@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Lyman Woods\, Downers Grove
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required by email\, limit 10 participants.We will be looking for common woodland wintertime residents. Meet at the parking lot on 31st Street. We will conclude the trip with a brief search for the resident Great Horned Owls around and after sunset. Dress warmly as we may be stationary at times. A red flashlight or headlamp is recommended. Leader: Matt Crisler\, crislermj@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/lyman-woods-downers-grove-7/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250311T230000
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SUMMARY:DuPage Greenway Trail\, Bolingbrook
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required by text or email.We’ll explore riverside habitat looking for resident birds and migrating waterfowl. New birders welcome. 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 to Whalon Lake. Leader: Mark Freeburg\, freebs59@sbcglobal.net or call or text 630-661-1521 
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/dupage-greenway-trail-bolingbrook/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T100000
DTSTAMP:20260423T155741
CREATED:20250227T144700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250222T204953Z
UID:10000577-1741420800-1741428000@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:West Branch Forest Preserve\, West Chicago
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration is preferred. Limit of 20 people.  West Branch Forest Preserve in West Chicago is a great spot for waterfowl and grassland birds. On this field trip\, we’ll focus our attention on migrating waterfowl but will venture into the grassland portions of the preserve. Please dress appropriately\, as we will plan to go off trail. We will meet in the north parking lot\, off Army Trail Road. Leader: Robert Perez\, robertperez787@gmail.com (text or call with any questions regarding directions on the day of – 630-724-7534)
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/west-branch-forest-preserve-west-chicago/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250304T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250304T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T155741
CREATED:20250225T144300Z
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UID:10000576-1741078800-1741086000@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:The DuPage Greenway Trail\, Bolingbrook -CANCELED and RESCHEDULED FOR MAY 11
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required by text or email.We’ll explore riverside habitat looking for resident birds and migrating waterfowl. New birders welcome. 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 to Whalon Lake. Leader: Mark Freeburg\, freebs59@sbcglobal.net or call or text 630-661-1521 
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/the-dupage-greenway-trail-bolingbrook-6/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T155741
CREATED:20250130T140000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250125T202111Z
UID:10000567-1740211200-1740222000@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Centennial Trail\, Lemont
DESCRIPTION: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 of Lemont Road this turnoff is called Old Lemont Road\, and it is unmarked\, so turn at this pin: .41\,683840\, -88.003541. Google Map link. Feel free to ask questions on how to get there after you RSVP. On this field trip our main targets will be waterfowl. Common Goldeneye and Redhead\, along with many others are all possible. We will also be on the lookout for songbirds on the wooded side of the trail.Leader: Henry Meade\, henrymm21@icloud.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/centennial-trail-lemont-26/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T155741
CREATED:20250130T140000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T190201Z
UID:10000566-1739615400-1739631600@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Chautauqua/Emiquon National Wildlife Refuge - CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:THIS TRIP HAS BEEN CANCELED BECAUSE THERE ARE NO SNOW GEESE. \n\n\n\nPre-registration is required. No limit to the number of participantsThe Snow Geese in February can number in the hundreds of thousands in the lakes surrounding the Illinois River south of Peoria!  It is an amazing sight to see them all take off and land.  Join Bob Fisher in witnessing this spectacle. There will likely be an opportunity to view eagles\, Trumpeter Swans\, Greater White Fronted Geese\, and a variety of other waterfowl and resident birds as well. \n\n\n\nBob will lead us in a caravan car trip among several locations in the area.  The nearby town of Havana offers spots to grab lunch\, use a bathroom\, and stay the night if you want.  This is a park and view type trip\, with limited trail walking. This trip location is approximately 3 hours south of the I-55 and I-355 junction.  We will meet at the center dike at Chautauqua National Wildlife Refuge at 10:30 am. Participant information will be shared for those who want to coordinate carpooling. https://maps.app.goo.gl/7ANewvP99fhnoDGq5.   \n\n\n\n*The trip is dependent on weather conditions and arrival of the Snow Geese! Bob will be in touch several days prior to confirm the trip. An alternate fieldtrip may be planned if the geese are not present.Leader: Bob Fisher\, 630-985-2956\, bfisher928@aol.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/chautauqua-emiquon-national-wildlife-refuge-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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