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SUMMARY:Lyman Woods Nature Center\, Downers Grove
DESCRIPTION:Registration with the leader is required.After meeting in the parking lot\, we will explore the varied habitats of Lyman Woods. We will be looking for migrants and end of the summer birds. Lyman’s trails are known for being very muddy. If a rainy spell occurs prior to the date\, be prepared with appropriate footwear. Meet at the parking lot on 31st Street. 901 31st St\, Downers Grove\, ILLeader: Mike and Karen Warner\, mwarner2543@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/lyman-woods-nature-center-downers-grove-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T100000
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SUMMARY:Springbrook Prairie Forest Preserve\, Naperville
DESCRIPTION:Registration with the leader is required.Springbrook Prairie is a great place to look for early fall migrants.  Dress for the weather and wear long pants and hiking boots in case we go off trail.  Use insect repellent for ticks and mosquitos.  Meet in the gravel lot on the east side of Plainfield-Naperville Road at 7:00 am.https://maps.app.goo.gl/hpb5Q9WPwojvrApj6Leader: Joe Suchecki\, dbcsec2020@gmail.com\, (630) 842-4921
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/springbrook-prairie-forest-preserve-naperville-22/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T163000
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SUMMARY:Wood Dale Reservoir\, Wood Dale
DESCRIPTION:Registration with the leader is required\, limit 15 participants.Wood Dale Reservoir offers great viewing opportunities for several species of migrating shorebirds. Spotting scopes can be useful here; trip leader will have one. Shorebird IDs can be difficult at times – Trip leader will be happy to help people who may be new to it\, but it will help to review field guides\, eBird/Merlin\, and/or some of the DBC YouTube content (Yellowlegs and Similar Waders\, Peeps) ahead of time. We will meet at the parking lot at the end of School Street.https://maps.app.goo.gl/gzcz9vDcy4ypAJbM8Leader: Matt Crisler\, crislermj@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/wood-dale-reservoir-wood-dale-5/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250908T073000
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SUMMARY:Elsen's Hill\, West DuPage Woods Forest Preserve\, Winfield
DESCRIPTION:Registration with the leader is requested in case of cancellation due to weather.Elsen’s Hill is well-known as one of the best places to witness fall passerine migration in DuPage County. We’ll be out in the morning in the peak of migration season looking for warblers\, vireos\, sparrows and other fall migrants stopping to refuel on their journeys south. We’ll also stay on the lookout for resident preserve specialties\, such as titmice\, Pileated Woodpeckers\, and raptors. The grass and/or dirt trails we will be taking are maximum 1.5-2 miles long. Elsen’s Hill can be very muddy\, so you may want to bring boots.Meet at the “West DuPage Woods Forest Preserve – Elsen’s Hill Area” parking lot.(https://maps.app.goo.gl/KYHzHmL5osNTVZin8)This walk will be canceled in the event of inclement weather. Participants will be notified of any changes or cancellations via email.Leader: Hazem Alkhan\, hazemdsf@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/elsens-hill-west-dupage-woods-forest-preserve-winfield/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250912T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250912T103000
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SUMMARY:St. James Farm Forest Preserve\, Warrenville
DESCRIPTION:Registration with the leader is required\, limit 8 participants.St. James Farm provides a variety of restored prairies\, woodlands\, and wetlands where over 300 species of native plants and animals thrive.  Let’s see how many fall migrants we can find.  We’ll walk about 2 miles on crushed gravel and dirt deer paths if they’re not too overgrown. Bring bug/tick spray in case. Meet by the horse statue.https://maps.app.goo.gl/d2ut1D88rMQa23tE8Leader: Elena Nelson\, ladylena76@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/st-james-farm-forest-preserve-warrenville-15/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T073000
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DTSTAMP:20260424T080841
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SUMMARY:Springbrook Prairie Forest Preserve\, Naperville
DESCRIPTION:Registration with the leader is required\, limit 12 participants. Field trip for fall migrants at Springbrook Prairie Forest Preserve.  Trip will start by looking for waterbirds\, including rails at the marsh\, and then move on to migrant bird locations on east side of Plainfield-Naperville Road.  Trip will concentrate on fall warblers.  Dress for weather and wear appropriate hiking boots in case we go off trail.  Wear insect repellent for ticks and mosquitos. Meet at the Model Aircraft Field Parking Lot on the west side of Plainfield-Naperville Road at 7:30 am.https://maps.app.goo.gl/WqXt8t2ibR1Sizty6Leader: Joe Suchecki\, dbcsec2020@gmail.com\, (630) 842-4921
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/springbrook-prairie-forest-preserve-naperville-21/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T080841
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SUMMARY:Wood Dale Reservoir\, Wood Dale
DESCRIPTION:Registration with the leader is required\, limit 12 participants.On this trip with Henry we will explore the best shorebirding hotspot in DuPage County. We have the chance to see some uncommon/rare shorebirds along with warblers and other passerine migrants during the portion of this walk that will take us near Salt Creek. Paved surfaces. Meet at the lot at the end of School Street at 8am sharp.https://maps.app.goo.gl/vftaZZZEx2fHg9yw9?g_st=ipcLeader: Henry Meade\, meadehenry21@gmail.com\, (224) 319-4377
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/wood-dale-reservoir-wood-dale-4/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T120000
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SUMMARY:Lyman Woods\, Downers Grove
DESCRIPTION:Registration with the leader is required\, limit 10 participants.Functionally\, this is more or less a “Big Morning” trip – our targets will primarily be southbound warblers\, but we’ll be exploring Lyman in detail and trying to find as much as possible in the heart of fall migration. Expect a longer walk than typical. Lyman’s trails are almost always muddy regardless of weather. If rain occurs ahead of the trip\, expect areas with standing water. Be prepared with appropriate footwear and bring bug/tick spray.  Meet at the parking lot on 31st Street.https://maps.app.goo.gl/NtYkLrUroVB2wUk87 Leader: Matt Crisler\, crislermj@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/lyman-woods-downers-grove-15/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T100000
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SUMMARY:Take a Hike! Challenge Bird Walk\, St. James Farm Forest Preserve\, Warrenville\,
DESCRIPTION:If you’re interested in participating in this bird walk\, please reach out to the field trip leader via email. Leader: Robert Perez\, robertperez787@gmail.comDuPage Birding Club will be partnering with the Conservation Foundation to lead a bird walk as part of the Take a Hike! Challenge. The walk will be held at St. James Farm Forest Preserve in Warrenville. We will meet in the parking lot off Winfield Road and will traverse St. James Farm’s limestone trails at a leisurely pace\, taking our time to identify tricky fall migrants. The walk will cover a couple of miles over relatively flat terrain. Our targets will include fall warblers and other migrant species. New and experienced birders are always welcome.  The Conservation Foundation and Endeavor Health have partnered to create the Take a Hike! Challenge. For eight weeks\, from Sept. 2 to Oct. 28\, people of all ages are encouraged to rediscover the health benefits of being active and spending time outdoors.People interested in participating in the free challenge can follow the directions below to sign up.   1) Sign up online at theconservationfoundation.org/take-a-hike/    2) Get out and hike from Sept. 2 to Oct. 28!  3) Turn in the Take a Hike! Tracker with 6 completed hikes to earn the Take a Hike! Trail Blaze Award* (commemorative pin or medallion. First time participants can earn a hiking stick + medallion).      *Must register individually to be eligible. Supplies are limited. Offer is valid while supplies last. To learn more and sign up\, visit theconservationfoundation.org/take-a-hike/.   If you’re interested in participating in this bird walk\, please reach out to the field trip leader via email.Leader: Robert Perez\, robertperez787@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/take-a-hike-challenge-bird-walk-st-james-farm-forest-preserve-warrenville/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T103000
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SUMMARY:McKee Marsh\, Warrenville
DESCRIPTION:Registration with the leader is not required.This site remains one of DuPage County’s premier birding spots. Walk around the marsh with us\, approximately 3.25 miles\, to check out resident species and fall migrants. Most of our walk will be on the 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.https://maps.app.goo.gl/Jg3GqKUyYp1RtrYW7Leader: Kyle Wiktor\, (708) 506-5186
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/mckee-marsh-warrenville-53/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T022500Z
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SUMMARY:Morton Arboretum - West Side\, Lisle
DESCRIPTION:Registration with the leader is required\, limit 8 participants.***Arboretum membership is required***  We’ll meet at P19 and do a 3-mile loop to the prairie and back on wood chip\, grass and gravel trails looking for fall migrants.https://maps.app.goo.gl/A3E5CygtfZLK3qnz8Leader: Elena Nelson\, ladylena76@gmail.com
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/morton-arboretum-west-side-lisle-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T022210Z
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SUMMARY:Hawkwatch\, Greene Valley Overlook\, Naperville
DESCRIPTION:Registration with the leader is required for update on weather conditions\, and hawk ID handouts.Bring a chair\, lunch\, and hat to the Greene Valley Hawkwatch\, where we will quickly review how to ID hawks in flight and then join the team counting migrating raptors. Walk a hundred feet on limestone path from parking lot (https://maps.app.goo.gl/LFgVdFWzG8L26NE58) to the watch site–you will see a car and people–then we’ll be sitting on a grass lawn. If winds are good\, we can see many migrating Broad-winged Hawks in late September.It is a good idea to bring a hoodie or jacket as it can be colder up top than at ground level. Watch the Greene Valley Hawkwatch and Hawk ID talks on the club’s YouTube channel to fully prepare for this experience.Leader: Vicky Sroczynski\, vsroczynski@comcast.net\, (630) 297-9512
URL:https://dupagebirding.org/event/hawkwatch-greene-valley-overlook-naperville-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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