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SUMMARY:Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie\, Will County
DESCRIPTION:Registration required. Limit of 20 participants.Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie is one of the premier grassland birding spots in the area. The area is littered with abandoned munitions bunkers\, as well as fantastic grassland species such as Henslow’s Sparrow\, Bell’s Vireo\, Yellow-breasted Chat\, and Blue Grosbeak. This walk will primarily take place on gravel trails\, but may venture into tall grass. Dress appropriately and bring bug spray and sun protection. We will meet at the Iron Bridge Trailhead on Route 53 in Elwood\, Illinois. The entrance to the trailhead parking lot is about a mile south of Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery and the intersection of Hoff Road and Route 53.  Leader: Robert Perez\,  robertperez787@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/am-midewin-national-tallgrass-prairie-will-county/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250603T080000
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SUMMARY: St James Farm Forest Preserve\, Warrenville
DESCRIPTION:Registration with the leader is required.We will search for migratory and breeding birds in the former domain of the McCormick family. Our targets include Acadian Flycatcher\, Summer Tanager and Hooded Warbler. The 600-acre preserve has one of the oldest presettlement forests in the district. Trails can be wet and muddy here. Meet at the “horse statue” in the main parking lot.Leader: Mark Freeburg\, Cell: (630)661-1521\,  freebs59@sbcglobal.net
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/st-james-farm-forest-preserve-warrenville-14/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250605T070000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250427T154242Z
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SUMMARY:McKee Marsh\, Warrenville
DESCRIPTION:Registration is not required.Join us for a walk around one of DuPage county’s premier birding hotspots to look for resident birds\, waterfowl and spring migrants. This approximately 3-mile walk will be on crushed 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.Leaders: Steve and Kathy Mineck\, cell for same day questions: 630-254-4077
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/mckee-marsh-warrenville-48/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250605T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250605T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T043054
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T194621Z
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SUMMARY:After work Birding at Danada Forest Preserve (East)\, 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! We will stick to well-maintained gravel trails and walk approximately two miles. Danada East (Danada House) is located at 3S501 Naperville Road\, on the east side of the road\, south of Butterfield Rd. and north of 1-88. 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-wheaton/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250608T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250608T093000
DTSTAMP:20260424T043054
CREATED:20250601T120000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T194925Z
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SUMMARY:Springbrook Prairie Forest Preserve\, Naperville
DESCRIPTION:Registration with the leader is required\, limit 10 participants.This trip will focus on finding and identifying the grassland birds that nest at Springbrook Prairie including such species as Henslow’s\, Savannah\, and Grasshopper Sparrows; Bobolinks\, Sedge Wren\, and Dickcissel. Some shrubland birds such as Yellow-breasted Chat\, Bell’s Vireo\, and marsh nesting birds are also possible. Meet the leader at the main parking lot for Springbrook Prairie on 83rd St.\, west of Book Rd. The main lot is across from the Springbrook Golf Course. The trip will go off-trail and the vegetation may be wet\, so please wear appropriate footwear. Ticks are an issue\, so please bring and use insect repellent. Leader: Joe Suchecki\, dbcsec2020@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/springbrook-prairie-forest-preserve-naperville-20/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250609T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250609T110000
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SUMMARY:Centennial Trail\, Lemont
DESCRIPTION:Registration with the leader is required\, limit 15 participants.On this field trip we will be exploring swampy river bottom and marsh habitats in hopes of finding unique breeding birds such as the Prothonotary Warbler\, among others. Finding this spot can be a little tricky\, but if you put “TruckParking247” into Google Maps it should take you to the right spot. Park along the side of the end of Canal Bank Road. Ask Henry if you have additional questions.Leader: Henry Meade\,henrymm21@icloud.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/centennial-trail-lemont-30/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250610T073000
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UID:10000632-1749540600-1749549600@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Bike and Bird Herrick Lake\, Wheaton
DESCRIPTION:Registration with the leader is required\, limit 10 participants.Bird the eight miles of trails by bike. We will cover most of Herrick Lake Forest Preserve with stops in different habitats along the way. Bring your bike\, helmet and binoculars. You must be able to bike a minimum of eight miles. We will cover grassland\, woodland\, savannah\, and scrub habitats looking for a wide variety of migrants. Meet in the parking lot off Herrick Road on the west side of the preserve. Leader: Nancy Allured\,nallured@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/bike-and-bird-herrick-lake-wheaton/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T093000
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SUMMARY:You Are All Invited to the DBC’s 40th Birthday Party!!
DESCRIPTION:DBC members\, it is time to celebrate! Newest members\, founding members\, and all the members in between\, come and celebrate the DuPage Birding Club’s 40th Birthday! There will be lunch. There will be cake! And there will be the Forty Birds in Forty Minutes Scavenger Hunt! \n\n\n\nDate: June 14\, 2025Time: 9:30 am – Forty Birds in Forty Minutes Scavenger Hunt11:30 am – Lunch servedPlace: Blackwell Forest Preserve\, North Shelter \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP by June 8. CLICK HERE TO RSVPWe will meet at 9:30 am at the Blackwell Forest Preserve’s North Shelter for the first ever Forty Birds in Forty Minutes Scavenger Hunt. This will be a fun birding adventure for all levels of birders. Don’t forget to bring your binoculars! \n\n\n\nWe will serve a hot dog lunch at 11:30. If you cannot make the Forty Birds in Forty Minutes Scavenger hunt at 9:30\, you are welcome to come just for lunch. Though why would you want to miss a scavenger hunt?? \n\n\n\nPlease come! Wouldn’t it be fun if all 350+ DBC members\, your fellow birders\, came together to celebrate forty years of field trips\, meetings\, and the joy of birding? \n\n\n\nAny questions contact: Andie Duffy aduffy99@ameritech.net \n\n\n\nDirections:Use Blackwell FP main entrance on Butterfield Road (about ¼ mile west of Winfield Rd.) To get to the North Shelter take the Main Drive to the north end of Silver Lake (past the boat rental place). The shelter is located just before the campground entrance. Blackwell FP Webpage
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/save-the-date-dupage-birding-clubs-40th-birthday-party/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250616T080000
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UID:10000633-1750060800-1750068000@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:Greene Valley Forest Preserve\, Woodridge
DESCRIPTION:Registration with the leader is required\, limit 20 participants.This morning trip will be more oriented towards new birders\, but experienced birders are welcome. We will walk at a leisurely pace to allow everyone to see all the birds. We will search for late migratory birds and summer residents. Meet at the Thunderbird Youth Camp Parking Lot. Go west on 79th about ½ mile\, the entrance in on the south side of 79th Street\, west of Greene Road.Leader: Bonnie Graham\, coye72112@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/greene-valley-forest-preserve-woodridge-3/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250620T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250620T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T043054
CREATED:20250601T120000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T200649Z
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SUMMARY:After work Birding at Danada Forest Preserve (east)\, 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! We will stick to well-maintained gravel trails and walk approximately two miles. Danada East (Danada House) is located at 3S501 Naperville Road\, on the east side of the road\, south of Butterfield Rd. and north of 1-88. 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-wheaton-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250625T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250625T103000
DTSTAMP:20260424T043054
CREATED:20250601T120000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T200313Z
UID:10000635-1750836600-1750847400@dupagebirding.org
SUMMARY:McKee Marsh\, Warrenville
DESCRIPTION:Registration is not required.Join us for a morning walk at one of DuPage County’s premier birding hotspots to look for resident and breeding species. The walk will be approximately three 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\, 708-506-5186
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/mckee-marsh-warrenville-49/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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