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SUMMARY:Whalon Lake\, Naperville
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 15 participants.Whalon Lake can have great diversity of waterfowl\, so we will be looking for goldeneye\, mergansers etc. Please meet in the parking lot off of Royce Road that is east of the dog park by the boat launch dock.Leader: Henry Meade. Please register with henrymm21@icloud.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/whalon-lake-naperville-3/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241206T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241206T100000
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SUMMARY:DuPage River Greenway Trail\, Bolingbrook-CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:CANCELED DUE TO COLD WEATHER \n\n\n\nWe will meet at the trailhead\, which is located on Royce Rd.\, just off Rt.53. We will walk the 2.5 mile trail\, that follows the East Branch of the DuPage River to Whalon Lake and back. We will look for winter residents and any migrants that happen to be passing through. Leader: Mark Freeburg. Please call or text if you have any questions 630-661-1521
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/dupage-river-greenway-trail-bolingbrook/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241124T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241124T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T014003
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SUMMARY:Southeast DuPage and Southwest Cook Waterfowl Search
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 20 participants. We’ll look for waterfowl\, gulls\, and others at the Centennial Trail Borrow Pit and ponds\, Lemont Quarries\, and Saganashkee Slough. Depending on conditions and sightings\, other stops may include Sag Quarries\, Long John Slough\, and Maple Lake. Please bring a scope if you have one\, though the leader will have a scope for everyone to share. Meet at the Lemont Rd. parking lot of Waterfall Glen (at the portable toilet). We will then caravan to the Borrow Pit. The trip will be canceled if waterfowl are scarce or the weather is poor. Directions to Waterfall Glen: drive south on Lemont Rd.\, past I-55 to 101st St\, and turn left at the stoplight into the parking lot. (Google Maps Waterfall Glen Parking Lot #3.)Leader: Vicky Sroczynski\,  VSroczynski@comcast.net
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/southeast-dupage-and-southwest-cook-waterfowl-search-9/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241117T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241117T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T014003
CREATED:20241030T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241026T210153Z
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SUMMARY:Muirhead Springs Forest Preserve\, Hampshire
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration is preferred\, limit 20 participants. Muirhead Springs Forest Preserve is fast becoming one of the most promising birding sites in Kane County. Formerly farmland\, Muirhead has undergone quite a transformation in the past few years\, hosting a wide range of grassland birds. Winter sparrows\, waterfowl\, as well as Pipits\, Longspurs\, and Snow Buntings will be the main targets of this trip. If you haven’t been to Muirhead yet\, this is a great opportunity to do so. New birders are always welcome to join. The parking lot entrance is on Bahr Road\, off Plank Road. Please note that we may trek through tall grass\, so dress appropriately.  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/muirhead-springs-forest-preserve-hampshire/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241116T113000
DTSTAMP:20260424T014003
CREATED:20241031T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T160410Z
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SUMMARY:DBC Volunteers: Celebrating YOU at the DBC Volunteer Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:The DuPage Birding Club would not exist if not for the many volunteers that give of their time and talents. The DBC Board would like to acknowledge all of our volunteers with a luncheon Saturday\, November 16\, at St. James Farm. The event will begin at 10:00 a.m. with a short birding walk followed by a luncheon at 11:30. \n\n\n\nThe event is for everyone who has volunteered in any capacity on behalf of the club in the last year. This includes Board Members\, Committee members\, field trip leaders\, outreach volunteers\, newsletter and website contributors\, and any others who have helped out in the past year. This is also a great time to socialize with fellow members and possibly win a prize! \n\n\n\nMeet at 10 a.m. at the St James parking lot off Winfield Rd for the walk. Lunch will be served at the St. James indoor riding arena meeting space at 11:30. Located in the far right yellow building when looking from the parking lot (the building where the restrooms are located). If you prefer\, you may join us just for the luncheon at 11:30. (Link to St. James Farm) \n\n\n\nPlease let us know you will be attending by emailing Natalie McFaul at natcatcher7@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/dbc-volunteers-celebrating-you-at-the-dbc-volunteerluncheon/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241115T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241116T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T014003
CREATED:20240831T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T210141Z
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SUMMARY:Nygren Wetland Preserve\, Rockton\, IL. - Canceled
DESCRIPTION:THIS TRIP HAS BEEN CANCELED. \n\n\n\nLed by Dan Williams. Organized by Lenny Edgin.This trip will begin Friday at 3:30 pm\, at Nygren Overlook\, and end around Noon to 1:00 pm Saturday. Full itinerary will be sent to registrants.To register and for more detailed information contact Lenny Edgin @ ledgin72@gmail.com. \n\n\n\nNygren is a beautiful wildlife refuge located in Rockton\, Illinois\, owned by the Natural Land Institute\, a 501(c)(3) non-profit land trust which was created in 1958 by George Fell\, one of the founders and first executive director of The Nature Conservancy. It covers over 700 acres of pristine wetlands\, woodlands\, and prairies\, making it a diverse and important ecosystem in the area. It is a waystation for Sandhill Cranes as they migrate south for the winter. On this field trip\, between the evening and daytime walks\, we hope to see a variety of waterfowl and raptors\, including Northern Harrier and Rough-legged Hawks and early migrants like Lapland Longspurs and late sparrows. We will also look for Northern Shrike\, and Barred and Short-eared Owls. We will be visiting Ferguson Forest Preserve and perhaps Sugar River Forest Preserve during this trip. \n\n\n\nThis trip will be led by Dan Williams\, who has lived in Winnebago County for over 50 years and has been birding for more than 45 years. He is currently a member of the Illinois Ornithological Records Committee. He has been the President and past board member of the Natural Land Institute\, the owner of the Nygren Wetland Preserve\, and a former member and past chair of the Land Advisory Council\, a citizens advisory committee of the Winnebago County Forest Preserve District. The purpose of the LAC was to advise the Forest Preserve Commission regarding land acquisition opportunities.
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/nygren-wetland-preserve-rockton-il/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241115T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241115T103000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241026T205709Z
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SUMMARY:McKee Marsh\, Warrenville
DESCRIPTION:Registration not required.Join us on another walk around one of DuPage County’s premier birding hotspots.  We will be looking for wintering species and late fall migrants.  The walk will be approximately 3 miles on limestone & earthen trails.  Meet at the visitor parking lot on the north side of Mack Rd. between Winfield Rd. & Route 59.Leader: Kyle Wiktor\, cell: 708-506-5186
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/mckee-marsh-warrenville-41/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241110T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241110T103000
DTSTAMP:20260424T014003
CREATED:20241030T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241026T205426Z
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SUMMARY:Danada Forest Preserve (west side)\, Wheaton
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 15 participants.On this trip we will be exploring the western part of Danada Forest Preserve searching for passerine migrants such as some of the more uncommon sparrows that can be found in DuPage County. We will also check several different ponds to look for migrant waterfowl. Please meet on the west side of the Forest Preserve HQ parking lot at 8am.Leader: Henry Meade\, henrymm21@icloud.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/danada-forest-preserve-west-side-wheaton-4/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241107T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241107T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T014003
CREATED:20241030T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241026T205040Z
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SUMMARY:Centennial Trail\, Lemont
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 15 participants.On this field trip our main target will be looking for waterfowl and fall and early winter residents. 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 . Please call if you have any problems with directions.Leader: Mark Freeburg\, freebs59@sbcglobal.net or call or text 630-661-1521
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/centennial-trail-lemont-24/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241029T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241029T103000
DTSTAMP:20260424T014003
CREATED:20240930T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T165054Z
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SUMMARY:McKee Marsh\, Warrenville
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration not required.This site remains one of DuPage County’s premier birding spots. Walk around the marsh with us\, approximately 3.25 miles\, to check out resident species and fall migrants. We hope to see Red-headed Woodpeckers\, Henslow’s Sparrows\, Eastern Meadowlarks\, and some marsh and woodland species. Most of our walk will be on preserve 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\, cell: 708-506-5186
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/mckee-marsh-warrenville-40/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241026T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241026T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T014003
CREATED:20240930T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T164707Z
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SUMMARY:'LAST CHANCE' Hawk Migration\, Greene Valley Forest
DESCRIPTION:Preserve’s Scenic Overlook\, Woodridge (Sunday\, October 27\, will be the ‘rain date’.)No limit on number of participants\, but RSVP to Bob so you can get an email update on weather conditions and receive the handouts.Root for N/NW winds! This will be our last opportunity in 2024 to see migrating raptors from the Scenic Overlook\, aka Fisher Point\, at Greene Valley (the overlook is closed to the public after this weekend). The Broadwings are long gone\, but some of the later migrating raptor species may sail by—Northern Harriers\, Red-shouldered and Rough-legged Hawks\, and if we’re lucky\, maybe a goshawk or Golden Eagle! Plus\, of course\, Redtails (sometimes we get those dark morph westerns) and TVs. Plus\, pipits\, Lapland longspurs and maybe a Snow Bunting or two may be hanging around the hill. \n\n\n\nBring a chair\, hat\, water\, and a lunch or snacks\, binocs\, camera\, and a scope\, if you have one. It will be much cooler than at ground level\, especially with N winds; so please bring layers.  \n\n\n\nWe suggest you review the DBC Hawk Watch/Buteos talk. A 2nd club talk on the other families of hawks-accipiters\, falcons\, eagles is also helpful. We’ll have raptor field guides on hand as well. Check out and consider installing the free Cornell Lab/HawkWatch International Raptor ID mobile phone app\, worthwhile for descriptions\, photos\, and\, especially\, videos that show flight styles of different hawks. \n\n\n\nGather at the top of the overlook at 10 am (come earlier if you wish – the gate opens around 9 am). We’ll have a brief site orientation\, explain hawk watching techniques\, plus do a quick review of the Hawk Migration Association of North America’s Hawk ID sheet. HMANA is the place where you can find all the data from the GV hawkwatch\, as well as the multitude of hawkwatches dotting the north American landscape. (NOTE: If you’re unable to join us on this date\, you can still visit the hawk watch any weekend during October\, from when it opens around 9 am.)Leader: Bob Fisher\, bfisher928@aol.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/last-chance-hawk-migration-greene-valley-forest/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241025T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241025T093000
DTSTAMP:20260424T014003
CREATED:20240930T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T163243Z
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SUMMARY:Fullersburg Woods\, Oak Brook
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration suggested so you can be contacted if the trip is canceled due to bad weather.Beginning birders welcome. We’ll explore the woodlands along Salt Creek on pretty easy level trails\, as well as the feeders around the visitor’s center and other buildings. Meet in the main parking lot at 3609 Spring Road. More info here: https://www.dupageforest.org/places-to-go/forest-preserves/fullersburg-woodsLeader: Kathy and Steve Mineck\, cell: 630-254-4077 (day of)\, kmineck@yahoo.com (RSVP to email)
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/fullersburg-woods-oak-brook-8/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241022T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241022T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T014003
CREATED:20240930T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T162754Z
UID:10000539-1729584000-1729591200@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Morton Arboretum\, West Side\, Lisle
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 12 participants.Let’s see what we can find among the sparrows\, waterfowl\, and wintering residents. We will meet at Thornhill parking lot\, P21. *Please note that a timed-reservation entry is required for all NON-members. Timed entry tickets can be obtained at the following link: https://mortonarb.org/visit-the-arboretum/. If you don’t have an arboretum membership\, let us know and you can follow us in. It will cost $5.00.Leaders: Mike and Karen Warner\, mwarner2543@gmail.com\, 630-640-2450
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/morton-arboretum-west-side-lisle/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241015T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241015T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T014003
CREATED:20240930T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T162436Z
UID:10000538-1728979200-1728986400@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Greene Valley Forest Preserve\, Naperville/Woodridge
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 15 participants.This morning trip\, oriented toward early fall and late summer birds\, is especially designed for new birders and will be at a leisurely pace to provide as much time as desired to look at each bird and to answer questions on equipment or bird identification. Meet at the Thunderbird Youth Camp Parking Lot. From Greene Road\, go west on 79th about 1/2 mile\, the entrance is on the south side of 79th Street\, west of Greene Road in Naperville/ Woodridge.Leader: Bonnie Graham\, 630-204-8750\, coye72112@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/greene-valley-forest-preserve-naperville-woodridge-3/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241012T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241012T180000
DTSTAMP:20260424T014003
CREATED:20240930T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T162132Z
UID:10000537-1728748800-1728756000@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Sunset\, Lyman Woods\, Downers Grove
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required by email\, limit 10 participants.We will be looking for late migrants and remaining residents. Lyman’s trails are almost always muddy regardless of weather. If rain occurs ahead of the trip\, expect areas with standing water. Be prepared with appropriate footwear\, and insect repellent is recommended. Meet at the parking lot on 31st Street.Leader: Matt Crisler\, crislermj@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/sunset-lyman-woods-downers-grove/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241006T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241006T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T014003
CREATED:20240930T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T161651Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Sit at Herrick Lake West Shelter\, Wheaton
DESCRIPTION:No Pre-registration necessary. (Send me an email if you want to be notified should the trip be canceled.)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 be birding at the Herrick Lake West Shelter. Meet at the parking lot located on the east side Herrick Road south of Butterfield (Hwy 56). Drive all the way to the end of the parking lot\, the shelter is on the right. The lot for the West shelter is located on the east side of Herrick Road south of Butterfield. Herrick Lake Forest Preserve Dress for the weather\, it feels much colder when you are sitting! Bring drinking water or hot tea!Leader: Natalie McFaul\, natcatcher7@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/bird-sit-at-herrick-lake-west-shelter-wheaton-4/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241004T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241004T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T014003
CREATED:20240930T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T161230Z
UID:10000535-1728028800-1728036000@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Whalon Lake Sparrow Search\, Naperville
DESCRIPTION:No need to RSVP but email leader with any questions.Let’s spend an hour near the wetlands searching for Nelson’s and Leconte’s Sparrows\, and then head to the big quarry pond for waterfowl and other birds. Please watch DBC Mini tutorial on Nelson’s and Leconte’s Sparrows to prepare. Meet at the picnic shelter at the wetlands-this is the first big parking lot you’ll see\, between the dog park on the north and the shallow wetlands to the south.Leader: Vicky Sroczynski\, vsroczynski@comcast.net
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/whalon-lake-sparrow-search-naperville/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241002T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241002T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T014003
CREATED:20240831T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T215922Z
UID:10000530-1727854200-1727863200@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Springbrook Prairie\, Naperville
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 15 participantsJoin Joe Suchecki for a trip to Springbrook Prairie in Naperville to look for later fall migrants and ducks. Meet at the Model Aircraft Field Parking Lot on Plainfield-Naperville Road. Please contact the trip leader at dbcsec2020@gmail.com to reserve your spot on the trip. Ensure that you receive confirmation from the trip leader that you are registered for the trip.Leader: Joe Suchecki\, DBCsec2020@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/springbrook-prairie-naperville-19/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240929T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240929T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T014003
CREATED:20240909T214322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T214336Z
UID:10000533-1727608500-1727614800@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Fall Hawk Migration Extravaganza at Greene Valley Forest Preserve Overlook/Fisher Point
DESCRIPTION:No limit on number of participants.Let’s gather at the top of the overlook\, right after the gate is unlocked at 11:00am. We’ll have a short site orientation\, explain hawk watch techniques\, and do a quick review of Hawk Migration Association of North America’s Hawk ID sheet. We picked these two weekends to give us the best chance to witness together the spectacle of Broad-winged Hawk migration. At the end of September\, Broadwings\, leaving the US\, start passing by hawk watches in large numbers\, depending on wind and timing. \n\n\n\nPlease review the club’s Hawk Watch/Buteos talk\, https://youtu.be/ltXn5knJmyc?si=LchgvzD8BIXqPU1y.There is a second club talk on the other families of hawks-accipiters\, falcons\, eagles-that is also helpful. https://youtu.be/z-x00gRQvlI?si=KLS2-RO3BuSiMQhG. We’ll have raptor field guides on hand as well. If you don’t already have the free HawkWatch International Raptor ID mobile phone app\, this is worthwhile for the descriptions\, photos\, and\, especially\, the videos that show flight styles of different hawks. \n\n\n\nPlease bring a chair\, hat\, water\, and a sack lunch or snacks. There is no shade here\, so\, a solar umbrella may be useful to you. It can also be much cooler than at ground level\, especially with northerly winds; so please bring layers.Please RSVP to Vicky for any combo of dates so you can get an email update on weather conditions/Broadwing movement/potential site closure\, and for the handouts.( NOTE: If you’re unable to join us for these event dates\, please note\, you can still visit the hawk watch any weekend during September and October\, from 11:00am to 6:00pm.)Leader: Vicky Sroczynski\,  vsroczynski@comcast.net
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/fall-hawk-migration-extravaganza-at-greene-valley-forest-preserve-overlook-fisher-point-4/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240929T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240929T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T014003
CREATED:20240831T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T210432Z
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SUMMARY:Danada West\, Wheaton\,
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader required\, limit 12 participants.September is easily one of the best months of the year to see migrating species in DuPage County. On this trip we will mainly be focusing on finding migrant warblers\, along with raptors and possibly some earlier returning fall and winter residents\, such as white-crowned sparrows. The diverse habitat at Danada West always provides the chance to find something unusual as well\, so we’ll keep a lookout for rarer species. Meet in the forest preserve parking lot.Leader: Robert Perez. robertperez787@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/danada-west-wheaton-3/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240928T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240928T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T014003
CREATED:20240909T214057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T214113Z
UID:10000532-1727522100-1727528400@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Fall Hawk Migration Extravaganza at Greene Valley Forest Preserve Overlook/Fisher Point
DESCRIPTION:No limit on number of participants.Let’s gather at the top of the overlook\, right after the gate is unlocked at 11:00am. We’ll have a short site orientation\, explain hawk watch techniques\, and do a quick review of Hawk Migration Association of North America’s Hawk ID sheet. We picked these two weekends to give us the best chance to witness together the spectacle of Broad-winged Hawk migration. At the end of September\, Broadwings\, leaving the US\, start passing by hawk watches in large numbers\, depending on wind and timing. \n\n\n\nPlease review the club’s Hawk Watch/Buteos talk\, https://youtu.be/ltXn5knJmyc?si=LchgvzD8BIXqPU1y.There is a second club talk on the other families of hawks-accipiters\, falcons\, eagles-that is also helpful. https://youtu.be/z-x00gRQvlI?si=KLS2-RO3BuSiMQhG. We’ll have raptor field guides on hand as well. If you don’t already have the free HawkWatch International Raptor ID mobile phone app\, this is worthwhile for the descriptions\, photos\, and\, especially\, the videos that show flight styles of different hawks. \n\n\n\nPlease bring a chair\, hat\, water\, and a sack lunch or snacks. There is no shade here\, so\, a solar umbrella may be useful to you. It can also be much cooler than at ground level\, especially with northerly winds; so please bring layers.Please RSVP to Vicky for any combo of dates so you can get an email update on weather conditions/Broadwing movement/potential site closure\, and for the handouts.( NOTE: If you’re unable to join us for these event dates\, please note\, you can still visit the hawk watch any weekend during September and October\, from 11:00am to 6:00pm.)Leader: Vicky Sroczynski\,  vsroczynski@comcast.net
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/fall-hawk-migration-extravaganza-at-greene-valley-forest-preserve-overlook-fisher-point-3/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240928T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240928T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T014003
CREATED:20240831T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T210020Z
UID:10000528-1727508600-1727517600@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Fermilab\, Warrenville CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:This trip has been CANCELED \n\n\n\nPre-registration is required (please email)\, limit 10 participants.Please note that Fermilab is a government research facility and has strict access requirements: All participants aged 18 and over must have a REAL-ID compliant state ID or passport to enter the site. When on site\, must remain in public areas at all times\, have a visitor’s tag visible\, and leave the same way they came in. When arriving at Fermilab\, present your ID and let the security guard know you are here for bird watching. Full details on public access to Fermilab can be found  HERE and the trip leader will send out additional details to registered participants closer to the date of the trip.We will cover a variety of habitats while looking for any fall migrants and with a primary focus on sparrows. We will walk a loop around the AE Sea Nature Area which will cover about 2 miles on wide\, mown grass trails. We may venture into unmaintained grassy areas\, so please be prepared for ticks. Depending on time and interest\, we may drive elsewhere within Fermilab. We will meet at the ‘Red Barn Area’ located at the end of Sauk Circle  Google Map Link. If needed\, Fermilab security can provide a site map and directions to this area when you arrive.Leader: William Pixler\,  pillwixler@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/fermilab-warrenville-9/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240926T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240926T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T014003
CREATED:20240831T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T215727Z
UID:10000527-1727370000-1727370000@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Lyman Woods\, Downers Grove
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required by email\, limit 10 participantsWe will be looking for late summer woodland/wetland residents and early migrants. Lyman’s trails are almost always muddy regardless of weather. If rain occurs ahead of the trip\, expect areas with standing water. Be prepared with appropriate footwear\, and insect repellent is recommended. Meet at the parking lot on 31st Street .Leader: Matt Crisler\, crislermj@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/lyman-woods-downers-grove-5/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240922T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240922T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T014003
CREATED:20240909T213844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T213858Z
UID:10000531-1727003700-1727010000@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Fall Hawk Migration Extravaganza at Greene Valley Forest Preserve Overlook/Fisher Point
DESCRIPTION:No limit on number of participants.Let’s gather at the top of the overlook\, right after the gate is unlocked at 11:00am. We’ll have a short site orientation\, explain hawk watch techniques\, and do a quick review of Hawk Migration Association of North America’s Hawk ID sheet. We picked these two weekends to give us the best chance to witness together the spectacle of Broad-winged Hawk migration. At the end of September\, Broadwings\, leaving the US\, start passing by hawk watches in large numbers\, depending on wind and timing. \n\n\n\nPlease review the club’s Hawk Watch/Buteos talk\, https://youtu.be/ltXn5knJmyc?si=LchgvzD8BIXqPU1y.There is a second club talk on the other families of hawks-accipiters\, falcons\, eagles-that is also helpful. https://youtu.be/z-x00gRQvlI?si=KLS2-RO3BuSiMQhG. We’ll have raptor field guides on hand as well. If you don’t already have the free HawkWatch International Raptor ID mobile phone app\, this is worthwhile for the descriptions\, photos\, and\, especially\, the videos that show flight styles of different hawks. \n\n\n\nPlease bring a chair\, hat\, water\, and a sack lunch or snacks. There is no shade here\, so\, a solar umbrella may be useful to you. It can also be much cooler than at ground level\, especially with northerly winds; so please bring layers.Please RSVP to Vicky for any combo of dates so you can get an email update on weather conditions/Broadwing movement/potential site closure\, and for the handouts.( NOTE: If you’re unable to join us for these event dates\, please note\, you can still visit the hawk watch any weekend during September and October\, from 11:00am to 6:00pm.)Leader: Vicky Sroczynski\,  vsroczynski@comcast.net
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/fall-hawk-migration-extravaganza-at-greene-valley-forest-preserve-overlook-fisher-point-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240922T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240922T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T014003
CREATED:20240831T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T215632Z
UID:10000525-1726990200-1726999200@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:McDowell Grove Forest Preserve\, Naperville
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 15 participantsMeet Joe Suchecki at the main parking lot at McDowell Grove off of Raymond Drive in Naperville for a field trip to look for fall migrants at this DuPage County hotspot. Please contact the trip leader at  dbcsec2020@gmail.com  to reserve your spot on the trip.  Ensure that you receive confirmation from the trip leader that you are registered for the trip.Leader: Joe Suchecki\,  DBCsec2020@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/mcdowell-grove-forest-preserve-naperville-24/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T014003
CREATED:20240831T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T215534Z
UID:10000526-1726917300-1726923600@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Fall Hawk Migration Extravaganza at Greene Valley Forest Preserve Overlook/Fisher Point
DESCRIPTION:No limit on number of participants.Let’s gather at the top of the overlook\, right after the gate is unlocked at 11:00am. We’ll have a short site orientation\, explain hawk watch techniques\, and do a quick review of Hawk Migration Association of North America’s Hawk ID sheet. We picked these two weekends to give us the best chance to witness together the spectacle of Broad-winged Hawk migration. At the end of September\, Broadwings\, leaving the US\, start passing by hawk watches in large numbers\, depending on wind and timing. \n\n\n\nPlease review the club’s Hawk Watch/Buteos talk\, https://youtu.be/ltXn5knJmyc?si=LchgvzD8BIXqPU1y.There is a second club talk on the other families of hawks-accipiters\, falcons\, eagles-that is also helpful. https://youtu.be/z-x00gRQvlI?si=KLS2-RO3BuSiMQhG. We’ll have raptor field guides on hand as well. If you don’t already have the free HawkWatch International Raptor ID mobile phone app\, this is worthwhile for the descriptions\, photos\, and\, especially\, the videos that show flight styles of different hawks. \n\n\n\nPlease bring a chair\, hat\, water\, and a sack lunch or snacks. There is no shade here\, so\, a solar umbrella may be useful to you. It can also be much cooler than at ground level\, especially with northerly winds; so please bring layers.Please RSVP to Vicky for any combo of dates so you can get an email update on weather conditions/Broadwing movement/potential site closure\, and for the handouts.( NOTE: If you’re unable to join us for these event dates\, please note\, you can still visit the hawk watch any weekend during September and October\, from 11:00am to 6:00pm.)Leader: Vicky Sroczynski\,  vsroczynski@comcast.net
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/fall-hawk-migration-extravaganza-at-greene-valley-forest-preserve-overlook-fisher-point/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T014003
CREATED:20240831T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T215511Z
UID:10000513-1726905600-1726912800@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:Limit of 20 participantsMontrose 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 dunes area. Some trails may be muddy\, so dress appropriately. Targets will include migrating warblers and shorebirds. If you’re interested in joining\, please reach out to the field trip leader via email.Leader: Robert Perez\, robertperez787@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/montrose-point-bird-sanctuary-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T014003
CREATED:20240831T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T215442Z
UID:10000524-1726646400-1726657200@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Waterfall Glen Poverty Prairie\, Darien
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration not required.Meet at the Lemont Road parking lot (Waterfall Glen Parking Lot #3 Google Maps) for a slow walk through oak savanna and out to the prairie. No need to RSVP.Leader: Vicky Sroczynski\,  vsroczynski@comcast.net
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/waterfall-glen-poverty-prairie-darien-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240917T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240917T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T014003
CREATED:20240831T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T215409Z
UID:10000523-1726558200-1726567200@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:McDowell Grove Forest Preserve\, Naperville
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 12 participants.This 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-23/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240915T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240915T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T014003
CREATED:20240831T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T215315Z
UID:10000522-1726385400-1726394400@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Elsen’s Hill/West DuPage Woods\, Winfield
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 15 participantsElsen’s Hill is another great site for migrants\, especially warblers passing through on their way to their wintering grounds. Take Winfield Rd. to Gary’s Mill Rd. west to the preserve parking lot entrance on the north side of the road. Bring boots as needed for muddy trails.Leaders: Diann Bilderback\,  diann.bilderback@yahoo.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/elsens-hill-west-dupage-woods-winfield-23/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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