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SUMMARY:Lyman Woods\, Downers Grove
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 10 participantsWe will be looking for early migrants and woodland residents and conclude the trip with a search for the resident Great Horned Owls and/or migrating Woodcocks around and after sunset. Dress warmly as we may be stationary at times. A red flashlight or headlamp is recommended. Lyman’s trails are oftenmuddy and there may be areas with standing water. Be prepared with appropriate footwear. Meet at the Lyman Woods main parking lot on 31 st Street.Leader: Matt Crisler\, crislermj@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/lyman-woods-downers-grove-8/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250404T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250404T194500
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SUMMARY:Timberdoodlin’ at Danada Forest Preserve (west side)\, Wheaton
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 15 participantsMeet up with us for some evening birding through the west side of Danada Forest Preserve while daylight allows. The birding doesn’t stop just because the sun as gone down! Once it’s too dark to keep birding with binoculars\, we will shift our focus to looking and listening for displays of American Woodcocks. This trip may be cancelled due to weather. Meet at the circle drive in front of the Forest Preserve District HQ\, located at 3S580 Naperville Rd.\, Wheaton\, IL 60189Leader: William Pixler\, pillwixler@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/timberdoodlin-at-danada-forest-preserve-west-side-wheaton/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250407T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250407T103000
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SUMMARY:McKee Marsh\, Warrenville
DESCRIPTION:Registration not requiredJoin us for a morning walk at one of DuPage County’s premier birding hotspots to look for resident birds and early spring migrants.  The walk will be approximately 3 miles on limestone and earthen trails; wear appropriate shoes and clothing.  Meet at the visitor parking lot on the north side of Mack Road\, located east of Rt. 59\, and west of Winfield Road.Leader: Kyle Wiktor\, Cell: (708)506-5186
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/mckee-marsh-warrenville-46/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T065451
CREATED:20250329T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T141228Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Sit at Whalon Lake Preserve\, Naperville
DESCRIPTION:Preregistration is suggested so you can be contacted in case of cancellationOur 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 like a less vigorous birding experience. Share in the camaraderie of fellow birders! Bring your folding lawn chairs\, binoculars\, and field guides and join us at Whalon Lake Preserve.A scope 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 welcome. Whalon Lake Preserve is located on Royce Rd.\, west of Route 53/Bolingbrook Drive in Naperville (across the street from Lissen Rd.) Drive all the way to the boat landing area\, we will meet there. Dress muchwarmer than you think is necessary. It’s hard to stay warm while sitting\, especially if the weather is chilly.Leader: Natalie McFaul\, Natcatcher7@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/bird-sit-at-whalon-lake-preserve-naperville-3/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250413T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250413T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T141323Z
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SUMMARY:West Branch Forest Preserve\, Bartlett
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 12 participantsThis 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 theparking lot off Army Trail Road\, near Deep Quarry Lake.Leader: Henry Meade\, henrymm21@icloud.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/west-branch-forest-preserve-bartlett-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T103000
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SUMMARY:Danada Forest Preserve (west side)\, Wheaton
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is suggestedOn this trip we will be exploring the western part of Danada Forest Preserve looking for nesting Great Blue Herons who have had a rookery here in the past. Also\, we will be searching for early spring migrants. Please meet on the west side of the Forest Preserve HQ parking lot.Leader: Mike and Karen Warner\, mwarner2543@gmail.com\, 630 640-2450
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/danada-forest-preserve-west-side-wheaton-5/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T100000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T141535Z
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SUMMARY:Springbrook Prairie Forest Preserve\, Naperville
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is requiredJoin Joe Suchecki to look for early spring migrants\, grassland birds and marsh birds at this great birding location. Wear appropriate clothing and footwear in case we go off-trail. Insect repellant recommended. Meet at the main parking lot on 83 rd Street\, between Book Rd. and Route 59.Leader: Joe Suchecki\, Dbcsec2020@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/springbrook-prairie-forest-preserve-naperville-18/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T110000
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SUMMARY:Bike & Bird\, Greene Valley Forest Preserve\, Naperville
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required with the leader\, 10 participantsGreene Valley has a lot of great habitats in it\, but you can’t really cover more than one in a typical field trip due to distance. We will bike around the preserve to hit as much as possible in one run. Expect to ride about 5 miles with a few light hills (no overlook). We will be sticking to the limestone/paved trails. Meet at the north end of the Greene Road parking lot near the information sign & trailhead.Leader: Matt Crisler\, crislermj@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/bike-bird-greene-valley-forest-preserve-naperville/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T090000
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SUMMARY:Greene Valley Forest Preserve West\, Bolingbrook
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is requiredThis trip will look for early migrants and returning summer residents in the Thunderbird area. We will travel along the gravel road to the campground and then walk back through the woods. Meet at the west entrance parking lot off Thunderbird Road. https://maps.app.goo.gl/qBDz7dMEctk3oJss8Leader: Mark Freeburg\, Cell: (630)661-1521\, freebs59@sbcglobal.net
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/greene-valley-forest-preserve-west-bolingbrook/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250423T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250423T200000
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SUMMARY:Lyman Woods\, Downers Grove
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 10 participantsWe will be looking for early migrants and woodland residents and conclude the trip with a search for the resident Great Horned Owls and/or migrating Woodcocks around and after sunset. Dress warmly as we may be stationary at times. A red flashlight or headlamp is recommended. Lyman’s trails are oftenmuddy and there may be areas with standing water. Be prepared with appropriate footwear. Meet at the Lyman Woods main parking lot on 31 st Street.Leader: Matt Crisler\, crislermj@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/lyman-woods-downers-grove-9/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250425T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250425T194500
DTSTAMP:20260424T065451
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SUMMARY:After-Work Birding at Danada Forest Preserve (east side)\, Wheaton
DESCRIPTION:Registration is not required. Please email the leader if you plan to attend to receive updates.Start the weekend off with a casual evening of birding. This trip is planned with the after-work/school crowd in mind\, but anyone interested is welcome! Danada East is located at 3S501 Naperville Road\, on the east side of the road\, south of Butterfield Road and north of 1-88 (Danada House). Plan to meet at the north end of the parking lot near the entry kiosk with the benches and bike racks. This trip may be cancelled due to weather.Leader: William Pixler\, pillwixler@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/after-work-birding-at-danada-forest-preserve-east-side-wheaton/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250428T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250428T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T065451
CREATED:20250329T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T234141Z
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SUMMARY:St. James Farm Forest Preserve\, Warrenville
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 10 participantsWe’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-13/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T100000
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SUMMARY:Meacham Grove Forest Preserve\, Bloomingdale
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration with the leader is required\, limit 10 participantsThis walk will cover approximately 3 miles of trails through woodland groves\, meadows\, wetlands and along open edges. Woodland trails can be wet and/or muddy. Meet at main parking lot on Circle Avenue\, just north of Lake Street (Rt 20). https://maps.app.goo.gl/dJvRbGDZAmZ5cKGeALeader: Nancy Allured\, nallured@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/meacham-grove-forest-preserve-bloomingdale/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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