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SUMMARY:DuPage River Park\, Royce Road\, Naperville/Bolingbrook
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 15 participants. We’ll explore grassland\, edge\, and riverside habitat along the east branch of the DuPage River\, looking for resident birds and early spring migrants. New birders welcome. Trails are mostly grass with some blacktop. Meet in the parking lot east of Braddock Drive at 808 Royce Road. Map link.Leader: Steve Constantelos\, 630-890-8956\, steve.constantelos@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/dupage-river-park-royce-road-naperville-bolingbrook/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220313T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220313T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220222T001604Z
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SUMMARY:Dixon Waterfowl Refuge at Hennepin & Hopper Lakes
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 20 participants. Meet at the observation tower where we will start the trip by scanning for waterfowl. We will also scan from the boat launch lot before hiking the trails. Due to Covid\, lunch will 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. More information: http://www.wetlands-initiative.org/dixon-location-and-visitingLeader: Jeff Smith\, 331-481-3362\, mrqmagoo13@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/dixon-waterfowl-refuge-at-hennepin-hopper-lakes/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220317T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220317T103000
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CREATED:20220221T195435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220222T001724Z
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SUMMARY:Danada East/Rice Lake Forest Preserve\, Wheaton
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 12 participants. Join us for a St. Patrick Day walk. Danada is located in Wheaton at 3S507 Naperville Road\, south of Butterfield Road and north of I-88 on the east side of Naperville Road. Meet in the parking lot by the horse corrals. We will walk the woods looking for passerines and scan the lake for waterfowl.Leaders: Karen and Mike Warner\, mwarner2543@gmail.com\, 630-640-2450
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/danada-east-rice-lake-forest-preserve/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220319T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220319T170000
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CREATED:20220221T200009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220225T020519Z
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SUMMARY:Mississippi River - Waterfowl Trip
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 12 participants.  Actual time to be announced at registration.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 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-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220322T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220322T200000
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CREATED:20220221T200247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220222T000225Z
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SUMMARY:Woodcocks\, Greene Valley Forest Preserve\, Naperville/Woodridge
DESCRIPTION: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\, approximately 1⁄2 mile to the campground entrance. The walk will NOT be canceled due to weather.Leader: Jeff Smith\, mrqmagoo13@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/woodcocks-greene-valley-forest-preserve-naperville-woodridge-5/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220323T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220323T103000
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CREATED:20220222T005919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220222T005923Z
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SUMMARY:Centennial Trail\, Lemont
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 15 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 is unmarked\, so turn at this pin:41.683806\, -88.003611. Google Map link. We will be walking Centennial Trail along the Des Plaines River in search of waterfowl\, Bald Eagles\, early spring migrants\, and resident birds.Leader: Mark Freeburg\, freebs59@sbcglobal.net\, 630-661-1521
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/centennial-trail-lemont-4/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220325T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220325T093000
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CREATED:20220222T000040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220222T000046Z
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SUMMARY:McKee Marsh\, Warrenville
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 10 participants. Join another morning walk to the marsh to check out early migrating birds. We hope to see migrant waterfowl. Bring a spotting scope if you have one. Meet at the visitor parking lot on the north side of Mack Rd.\, located between Winfield Rd. and Rt. 59 in Warrenville. Most of our walk will be on limestone and earthen trails; wear appropriate shoes and warm clothing. Leaders: Steve and Kathy Mineck\, 630-254-4077 (day of)\, kmineck@yahoo.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/mckee-marsh-warrenville-18/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220327T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220327T130000
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CREATED:20220222T000812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220305T155130Z
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SUMMARY:Palos Area-McGinnis Slough: Waterfowl and More
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 15 participants. This location is an Audubon “Important Bird Area.” Loons\, grebes\, and other waterfowl are targeted on this trip. Meet at McGinnis Slough\, on the west side of LaGrange Rd. (US45)\, approximately 1⁄2 mile south of 131st St. Finding waterfowl is associated with open water conditions. Bob will monitor conditions and may change the starting location in order to see more birds. This trip might extend past the noon hour. Wear appropriate clothing.Leader: Bob Fisher\, 630-985-2956\, bfisher928@aol.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/palos-area-mcginnis-slough-waterfowl-and-more-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220328T080000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220330T142136Z
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SUMMARY:Maple Grove Forest Preserve\, Downers Grove
DESCRIPTION: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
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/maple-grove-forest-preserve-downers-grove-3/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220330T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220330T203000
DTSTAMP:20260427T220013
CREATED:20220113T162025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220125T025122Z
UID:10000234-1648666800-1648672200@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Beginning Birdwatching
DESCRIPTION:MEETING TYPE: Zoom. PRESENTERS: Sirimon Reutrakul and Mike Warner. Registration Opens Feb. 1.
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/beginning-birdwatching/
LOCATION:West Chicago Public Library
CATEGORIES:Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220331T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220331T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T220013
CREATED:20220328T143647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T160335Z
UID:10000239-1648753200-1648756800@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Woodcocks\, Greene Valley Forest Preserve\, Naperville/Woodridge
DESCRIPTION: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 becanceled due to weather.Leader: Jeff Smith\, mrqmagoo13@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/woodcocks-greene-valley-forest-preserve-naperville-woodridge-8/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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