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DBC Book Club Next Read – Birding to Change the World
In this uplifting environmental memoir, a professor and activist shares what birds can teach us about life, social change, and protecting the environment. Trish O’Kane is an accidental ornithologist who, in her nearly two decades writing about justice as an investigative journalist, had never paid attention to nature. But then Hurricane Katrina destroyed her New Orleans home, sending her into an emotional tailspin. Enter a scrappy cast of feathered characters―first a cardinal, urban parrots, and sparrows, then a catbird, owls, a bittern, and a woodcock―that cheered her up and showed her a new path. Inspired, O’Kane moved to Madison, Wisconsin, […]
2026 Volunteer Birding and Luncheon, Celebrating DBC Volunteers and Field Trip Leaders on October 17th, 2026
The DuPage Birding Club wouldn’t be the same without the time and talents of its many volunteers and field trip leaders. To celebrate your incredible dedication, the DBC Board is hosting a special Volunteer Luncheon on Saturday, October 17th at St. James Farm. This event is our way of saying thank you to everyone who has volunteered in any capacity over the last year. It’s also a wonderful opportunity to socialize and catch up with your fellow club members. Here is the schedule for the day: • 9:00 AM – Birding Walk: Meet at the St. James parking lot off […]
First Quarterly Wingspan Game Day – October 10th
Our first Quarterly Wingspan Game Day will be October 10th at the Helen Plum Library in Lombard, IL. See Field Trips section for more details and registration information. Wingspan is a beautifully crafted game, where each player has several wildlife habitats in which to attract a variety of birds with unique characteristics and abilities. Players collect food, lay eggs, and draw birds from cards with stunning illustrations and interesting facts. It blends education with strategy, in an enjoyable atmosphere. You do not need to know how to play. We will teach you. If you know how to play, you can […]