BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//DuPage Birding Club - ECPv6.15.14//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://dupagebirding.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for DuPage Birding Club REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240302T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240303T170000 DTSTAMP:20260426T170639 CREATED:20240128T210000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240128T171730Z UID:10000431-1709366400-1709485200@dupagebirding.org SUMMARY:SAVE THE DATE! Chautauqua Snow Geese spectacular (maybe) DESCRIPTION:Sometime between late February and early March\, Snow Geese can be present at Chautauqua\, in 10’s\, even 100’s of thousands – a true wildlife spectacular! If that happens\, DBC will organize a trip on short notice\, so watch your email… URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/save-the-date-chautauqua-snow-geese-spectacular-maybe/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240310T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240310T110000 DTSTAMP:20260426T170639 CREATED:20240226T140000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T024519Z UID:10000438-1710057600-1710068400@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-22/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240314T074500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240314T110000 DTSTAMP:20260426T170639 CREATED:20240314T013715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T013718Z UID:10000448-1710402300-1710414000@dupagebirding.org SUMMARY:Morton Arboretum\, West Side - Canceled DESCRIPTION:Canceled due to rain. Rescheduled for Thursday March 21st. URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/morton-arboretum-west-side-canceled-2/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240315T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240315T093000 DTSTAMP:20260426T170639 CREATED:20240226T140000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240224T163817Z UID:10000440-1710487800-1710495000@dupagebirding.org 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. If conditions are good\, we might do a quick side-trip at the end to nearby Dean Nature Sanctuary. More info here: https://www.dupageforest.org/places-to-go/forest-preserves/fullersburg-woodsLeader: Steve Constantelos\, steve.constantelos@gmail.com\, 630-890-8956 URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/fullersburg-woods-oak-brook-7/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240316T074500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240316T104500 DTSTAMP:20260426T170639 CREATED:20240226T140000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240224T164100Z UID:10000441-1710575100-1710585900@dupagebirding.org SUMMARY:McKee Marsh\, Warrenville DESCRIPTION:Registration not required.This site remains one of DuPage County’s premier birding spots. Walk around the marsh with us to check out winter and incoming spring birds. 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-32/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240317T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240317T120000 DTSTAMP:20260426T170639 CREATED:20240226T140000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240224T164737Z UID:10000442-1710662400-1710676800@dupagebirding.org SUMMARY:Fermilab\, Warrenville DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration is required (please email)\, limit 8 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\, you 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\, they will provide a visitors tag for you to wear. Full details on public access to Fermilab can be found HERE.We will cover a variety of habitats\, but will primarily look for waterfowl\, sparrows\, and early migrants. We will cover about 2 miles – mostly on wide\, but occasionally uneven mown grass trails – as we walk a loop around the AE Sea Nature Area. 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 or text 630-917-5419 URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/fermilab-warrenville-3/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240321T074500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240321T110000 DTSTAMP:20260426T170639 CREATED:20240226T140000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T012628Z UID:10000439-1711007100-1711018800@dupagebirding.org SUMMARY:Morton Arboretum\, West Side DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 12 participants.We will meet at Thornhill parking lot\, P21\, and take a long walk around much of the west side\, including the river and Lake Marmo\, but excluding the prairie. *Please note that a timed-reservation entry is required for all NON-members. Timed entry tickets can be obtained at the following link below. 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.Leader: Mike and Karen Warner\, mwarner2543@gmail.com\, 630 640-2450 URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/morton-arboretum-west-side/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240323T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240323T100000 DTSTAMP:20260426T170639 CREATED:20240226T140000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240224T170325Z UID:10000443-1711180800-1711188000@dupagebirding.org SUMMARY:Bird Sit at Whalon Lake Preserve\, Naperville DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration suggested so you can be contacted in the case of bad weather.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. If you have a scope it 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 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 area\, 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-naperville-2/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240323T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240323T120000 DTSTAMP:20260426T170639 CREATED:20240226T140000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240224T171008Z UID:10000444-1711180800-1711195200@dupagebirding.org SUMMARY:Palos Area-McGinnis Slough: Waterfowl and More DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 15 participantsThis 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-4/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240324T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240324T160000 DTSTAMP:20260426T170639 CREATED:20240226T140000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240224T171605Z UID:10000445-1711263600-1711296000@dupagebirding.org SUMMARY:Mississippi River - Waterfowl Trip (Time to be announced at registration) 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-time-to-be-announced-at-registration/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240326T191500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240326T200000 DTSTAMP:20260426T170639 CREATED:20240226T140000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240224T171953Z UID:10000446-1711480500-1711483200@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-11/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240327T074500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240327T103000 DTSTAMP:20260426T170639 CREATED:20240226T140000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240224T172335Z UID:10000447-1711525500-1711535400@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-3/ CATEGORIES:Field Trips END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR