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SUMMARY:Elsen’s Hill/West DuPage Woods\, Winfield
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 20 participants.New birders welcome! This trip will focus on resident birds and early migrants\, as well as waterfowl. Bring appropriate footwear\, as trails could be muddy or flooded. Take Winfield Road to Gary’s Mill Road west to the preserve parking lot entrance on the north side of the road.Leader: Robert Perez\, 630-724-7534\, robertperez787@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/elsens-hill-west-dupage-woods-winfield-15/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230312T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230312T110000
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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. Please register with kathleenreeves22@yahoo.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/centennial-trail-lemont-10/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230315T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230315T103000
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SUMMARY:The DuPage Greenway Trail\, Bolingbrook
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 15 participants.We’ll explore riverside habitat looking for resident birds and early spring migrants. 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-4/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230317T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230317T093000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230225T134151Z
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SUMMARY:Seager Park\, Naperville
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 12 participants.New birders welcome! We’ll be looking for some of our “basic” resident birds (and hopefully a few spring surprises) in this 30-acre patch of woods\, ephemeral wetland\, and grass\, with lots of edge habitat. Trails are a mix and we have an option to descend into the beautiful ravine down a somewhat steep slope. Meet at Seager Park at 1163 Plank Road\, Naperville 60563. Leader: Steve Constantelos\, 630-890-8956\, steve.constantelos@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/seager-park-naperville-4/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230319T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230319T093000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230225T134218Z
UID:10000190-1679211000-1679218200@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Seager Park\, Naperville
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 12 participants.New birders welcome! We’ll be looking for some of our “basic” resident birds (and hopefully a few spring surprises) in this 30-acre patch of woods\, ephemeral wetland\, and grass\, with lots of edge habitat. Trails are a mix and we have an option to descend into the beautiful ravine down a somewhat steep slope. Meet at Seager Park at 1163 Plank Road\, Naperville 60563. .Leader: Steve Constantelos\, 630-890-8956\, steve.constantelos@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/seager-park-naperville-5/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230319T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230319T170000
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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 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-3/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230320T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230320T100000
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UID:10000192-1679299200-1679306400@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Blackwell Forest Preserve\, Warrenville
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 10 participants.We will look for the possible ducks and land birds\, some early migrants and the variety of year round birds. Meet at Blackwell off of Butterfield Road\, drive to the back parking lot by the campground and a picnic shelter. Plan to walk a couple miles at this location. Some trails may be muddy so wear appropriate shoes or boots.Leader: Nancy Allured\, nallured@comcast.net
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/blackwell-forest-preserve-warrenville/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230321T080000
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SUMMARY:Bird Sit at Whalon Lake Preserve\, Royce Road\, Naperville
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader required\, limit 10. Our 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 just like a less vigorous birding experience but still share the comradery 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. Whalon Lake Preserve is located on Royce Rd. west of Route 53/Bolingbrook Drive in Naperville. (It is across the street from Lissen Rd.) Drive all the way to the boat landing. We will meet there. Dress much warmer than you think necessary\, as it is harder to stay warm while sitting\, especially if the weather is chilly. Whalon Lake PreserveLeader: Natalie McFaul\, natcatcher7@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/bird-sit-at-whalon-lake-preserve-royce-road-naperville-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230321T190000
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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\, approx. 1⁄2 mile to the campground entrance. The walk will NOT be canceled due to weather.Leader: Jeff Smith\, 331-481-3362\, mrqmagoo13@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/woodcocks-greene-valley-forest-preserve-naperville-woodridge-6/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230324T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230324T100000
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UID:10000324-1679641200-1679652000@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:McKee Marsh\, Warrenville
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 12 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-25/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230325T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230325T120000
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CREATED:20230226T140000Z
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UID:10000323-1679731200-1679745600@dupagebirding.org
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-3/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230326T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230326T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075851
CREATED:20230226T140000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230225T134458Z
UID:10000325-1679817600-1679850000@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Dixon Waterfowl Refuge at Hennepin & Hopper Lakes
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 20 participants. Meet at the Bolingbrook Park & Ride lot\, 120 E. Old Chicago Drive\, Bolingbrook\, IL 60440 (Behind Ramada Inn) before 6:30 a.m. We can carpool from there or you can meet the group 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. 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-waterfowl-refuge-hhLeader: Jeff Smith\, 331-481-3362\, mrqmagoo13@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/dixon-waterfowl-refuge-at-hennepin-hopper-lakes-4/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230329T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230329T103000
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UID:10000326-1680076800-1680085800@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Danada East/Rice Lake Forest Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 12 participants. Danada is located 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-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230331T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230331T194500
DTSTAMP:20260427T075851
CREATED:20230226T140000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230225T134543Z
UID:10000327-1680289200-1680291900@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\, approx. 1⁄2 mile to the campground entrance. The walk will NOT be canceled due to weather.Leader: Jeff Smith\, 331-481-3362\, mrqmagoo13@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/woodcocks-greene-valley-forest-preserve-naperville-woodridge-10/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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