A variety of organizations reach out to the DuPage Birding Club in search of presentations and programs about birds. The Outreach Committee’s members try to fulfill as many requests as possible but find we are always in need of volunteers. You don’t have to be a birding expert or a polished public speaker to play a role in Outreach activities. Many activities are field trips where a second helpful person would improve the experience for participants. Others give you a chance to engage with the public and share information about the club and the joys of birding. Check out Mike Warner at left: he’s engaging with DBC members Jill and Brent Richardson at the April 25 Warrenville Arbor Day event.
Discover what others already know: outreach programs can be fun and rewarding—give it a try! If you would like to volunteer to assist on one of the opportunities below, please contact Mike Warner at mwarner2543@gmail.com.
Current Outreach Opportunities
May 7th - Birding Field Trip on the Naperville Riverwalk. Presented to the Naper Settlement active seniors by Mike Warner. 8:00 am – 10:00 am.
May 9th - Green Garden Fair. Presented at the First Congregational United Church of Christ, Elmhurst from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm. Vendor table available with Andie Duffy.
May 15th - Field Trip at McDowell Forest Preserve for 4H Group. Presented by Bob Fisher, 2 pm -- 4 pm.
May 18th - Field Trip at St. James Forest Preserve. Presented by Mike Warner, 9 am -- 11 am. Part of the Winfield “Move it Mondays” program.
June 4th - Birding Field Trip on the Naperville Riverwalk. Presented to the Naper Settlement active seniors by Mike Warner. 8 am -- 10 am.
October 10th through 11th – Forest Preserve District of DuPage County Fall Festival, Danada East Forest Preserve. Lisa Gaylord, Donnalynn Quint volunteering.
October 20th - Birding DuPage. Bloomingdale, Roselle, Itasca Public Library, 7 pm. Tie-in to the book Comfort in Crows. Mike Warner to host.