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SUMMARY:Woodcocks\, Greene Valley Forest Preserve\, Naperville/Woodridge
DESCRIPTION:No registration required.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-12/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240413T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240413T103000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155027
CREATED:20240329T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240324T160452Z
UID:10000450-1712993400-1713004200@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Springbrook Prairie Forest Preserve\, Naperville
DESCRIPTION:Pre-Registration with the leader is required\, limit 15 participants.This is a trip to look for wetland birds and early grassland and spring migrants. Meet at the Model Airplane Field Parking Lot on Plainfield-Naperville Road about 0.5 miles south of 75th  St. Wear appropriate footwear and bring insect repellent since we will likely go off trail. Leader: Joe Suchecki\,  dbcsec2020@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/springbrook-prairie-forest-preserve-naperville-15/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240414T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240414T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155027
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240317T185603Z
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SUMMARY:West Branch Forest Preserve\, Bartlett
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 12 participants.This 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 the parking lot off Army Trail Road. Leader: Henry Meade. Please register with kathleenreeves22@yahoo.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/west-branch-forest-preserve-bartlett/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240416T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240416T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155027
CREATED:20240329T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240317T185937Z
UID:10000452-1713295800-1713299400@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Woodcocks\, Greene Valley Forest Preserve\, Naperville/Woodridge
DESCRIPTION:No registration required.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-13/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T100000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155027
CREATED:20240329T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240317T190236Z
UID:10000453-1713427200-1713434400@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:The DuPage Greenway Trail\, Bolingbrook
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 15 participants.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. Looking for early migrants and returning residents\, maybe a warbler or two. We will walk to Whalon Lake and see if anything is on the water and maybe spot a bald eagle. Leader: Mark Freeburg\, freebs59@sbcglobal.net or call or text 630-661-1521
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/the-dupage-greenway-trail-bolingbrook-5/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240421T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240421T090000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155027
CREATED:20240329T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240317T190836Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Sit : Lyman Woods Nature Center & Forest Preserve\, Downers Grove
DESCRIPTION:No registration required.Join us at this new location to look for early spring migrants. 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 meet in the parking lot off 31st Street and sit near the Nature Center. Lyman Woods is located at 901 31st St. Downers Grove\, about one block east of Highland Ave. Lyman Wood Website Dress for the weather\, bring bug spray\, drinking water and a folding chair.Leader: Natalie McFaul\, natcatcher7@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/bird-sit-lyman-woods-nature-center-forest-preserve-downers-grove/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240422T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240422T103000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155027
CREATED:20240329T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240324T161127Z
UID:10000455-1713771000-1713781800@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Springbrook Prairie Forest Preserve\, Naperville
DESCRIPTION:Pre-Registration with the leader is required\, limit 15 participants.This is a trip to look for wetland and grassland birds. Meet at the Main Parking Lot on 83rd  Street west of Book Road. Wear appropriate footwear and bring insect repellent since we will likely go off trail.Leader: Joe Suchecki\,  dbcsec2020@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/springbrook-prairie-forest-preserve-naperville-16/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240423T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240423T103000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155027
CREATED:20240329T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240317T191458Z
UID:10000456-1713857400-1713868200@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Greene Valley Forest Preserve\, Woodridge/Naperville
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required.This morning trip will be more oriented for new birders\, but experienced ones are welcome. We will walk at a leisurely pace to allow for all to see any birds. We will search for early migratory birds.  Meet at the Thunderbird Youth Camp Parking Lot. 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-woodridge-naperville-3/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240425T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240425T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155027
CREATED:20240329T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240317T191800Z
UID:10000457-1714030200-1714042800@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:St. James Farm Forest Preserve\, Warrenville
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 10 participants.We’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-11/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240426T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240426T100000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155027
CREATED:20240329T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240317T192034Z
UID:10000458-1714114800-1714125600@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Lyman Woods Forest Preserve\, Downers Grove
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 15 participants.This morning trip will be oriented toward early spring migration. We will be at a leisurely pace to provide as much time as desired to look at each bird and to answer questions for any new birders. Meet in the parking lot in front of Lyman Woods Interpretive Center\, located one block east of Highland Avenue on 31st Street. Boots are HIGHLY recommended. Leaders: Steve and Kathy Mineck\, (day of\, 630-254-4077)\, kmineck@yahoo.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/lyman-woods-forest-preserve-downers-grove-5/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T103000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155027
CREATED:20240329T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240317T192410Z
UID:10000459-1714203000-1714213800@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 resident species and spring migrants. 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-33/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T103000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155027
CREATED:20240329T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240317T192708Z
UID:10000460-1714203000-1714213800@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:McDowell Grove Forest Preserve\, Naperville
DESCRIPTION:Pre-Registration with the leader is required\, limit 15 participants.Fieldtrip to look for early spring migrants.  Meet at the main parking lot on Raymond Road just south of Diehl Road. Leader: Joe Suchecki\,  dbcsec2020@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/mcdowell-grove-forest-preserve-naperville-19/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240428T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240428T093000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155027
CREATED:20240329T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240317T193507Z
UID:10000461-1714291200-1714296600@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Short Bird Walk: Herrick Lake Forest Preserve\, Wheaton
DESCRIPTION:No registration required.Beginning birders and seasoned birders welcome! This is a shorter field trip lasting from an hour to an hour and a half and covering a shorter distance. We will be looking for early spring migrants. Meet at the Herrick Road Parking lot located on the East side of Herrick road about a quarter mile south of Butterfield Rd. Herrick Lake FP Dress for the weather\, bring bug spray\, and drinking water.Leader: Natalie McFaul\, natcatcher7@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/short-bird-walk-herrick-lake-forest-preserve-wheaton/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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