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DuPage Birding Club

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A Brief Overview of the DBC

Founded in 1985, the DuPage Birding Club is nationally known as one of the largest and most active birding groups in Illinois. Our mission is to promote birding among our 400+ members and the general public through field experiences and education that focus on the various habitats in DuPage County, the greater Chicago area, and other regional hotspots.  We welcome birders of all skill levels and interest.

ABOVE: Phothonotary Warbler. Photo by Diann Bilderback.

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THE DUPAGE BIRDING CLUB IS

Promoting birding in DuPage County and the greater Chicagoland area.

Join us in making birding an experience!

You’re invited: Birding and Breakfast!
Saturday, August 3

MEETINGS

Learn from guest speakers and members at our meetings.

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FIELD TRIPS

Join us on one of our 100 plus field trips each year.

Upcoming Trips

BIRDING DUPAGE

Explore DuPage County birding hotspots and resources.

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Mini-Tutorials

Identify your warblers, cuckoos, thrushes, owls, blackbirds, ducks, and more.
Mini-Tutorials

Birding Basics

Learn about bird identification basics, binoculars, migration, and more.
Birding Basics

Birding by Ear

Hone listening skills for thrushes, flycatchers, grassland birds, and more.
Birding by Ear

Upcoming Meeting

September 12, 2024- 7:00 PM - In-Person and via Zoom

Topic: Illinois Peregrines—From Decline to Recovery

Presenter: Mary Hennen, Director, Chicago Peregrine Program, Bird Division, The Field Museum

Please join us to learn about the Peregrine Falcon and the fascinating story of their recovery in the Chicago area. Once on the Endangered Species List and extirpated in Illinois from 1951 until 1986, the Peregrine Falcon population is now past historic levels. Mary's presentation will take us through the recovery of the Peregrines in Illinois. As the majority of the population now lives in an urban habitat, learn what it means to live in close proximity to this remarkable bird.

For more information on Illinois Peregrines, be sure to check out the Illinois Peregrine Website and follow them on Facebook!

This meeting will be in-person and via Zoom. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the meeting starts at 7:00 pm at Faith Lutheran Church (41 Park Boulevard, Glen Ellyn). To register for the Zoom session, click here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcqfuiurD4sG9yVI7qMcshYWL8tAqpFta-k

As usual, all are invited to the premeeting dinner at 5:30 pm at Ellyn’s Tap and Grill (940 Roosevelt Road, Glen Ellyn). For any questions, please email Robert Perez at robertperez787@gmail.com

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Recent News

DBC Outreach: Birdies and Brews August 2 at the Arb

July 16, 2024
DBC is hosting a table at the Morton Arboretum’s Birdies and Brews event August 2, 4:30-9:00 p.m. This is a great chance to enjoy a round of mini golf and beer on tap, and stay for a special event focused on studying, appreciating, and protecting birds. A professional falconer will talk about falconry and fly trained birds, and you can even have your photo taken with the falcon. Experts from the DBC and the Ohio School of Falconry will be on hand to answer questions for the duration of the event. Timed-entry tickets for this event are required and must […]
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Summer ’24 Photo Contest Opens

June 29, 2024
The DBC is looking for pictures of birds taken between June 1, 2024, and August 31, 2024. All photos are welcome: amateur, funny, imperfect, high-quality. The “story behind the shot” is taken into account when judging. The judges want this to be a fun contest; no categories have been predefined for award winners so every entry has a chance to win!  Note: the judges ask that you limit the number of photos entered to five or less. The contest is open to DBC members only. Photos may be taken anywhere (not just DuPage/Illinois). If a picture includes people, the submitter […]
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DBC Book Club to Read Wesley the Owl

June 29, 2024
Wesley the Owl by Stacey O’Brien is the DBC Book Club’s next read. Widely lauded by the nature community and a New York Times Bestseller, Wesley the Owl tells the story of the special relationship that developed between an injured Barn Owl and the woman who adopted him and committed two decades of her life to his care when it was determined he could not live as a wild bird. The next book club will meet September 10, at 7:00 p.m. All members are welcome! Please contact Mike Warner at mwarner2543@gmail.com if you’d like details on participating.
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DBC’s Spring 2024 Photography Contest Winners Set a High Bar

June 29, 2024
With more than 50 beautiful photos submitted, the Photography Contest Judges had a really tough time selecting this quarter’s winners. The entries were judged by Andie Duffy, Steve Constantelos, Natalie McFaul, Thelma Hulka, and Mike Warner. Best of Show went to Tim Duitsman for his stunning photo of a Cedar Waxwing about to nab a Cicada. Go to Members Photo Gallery to see the winning photos only.
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Summer Fun at the DBC Education Channel

May 28, 2024
With migration season behind us, it’s time to give our resident birds some attention. June is a great  month for sparrow watching, as the birds are singing and active. And of course, it’s nesting season, so  young birds in varied plumage may confuse us. The following four recommendations are excellent  summer viewing at the DBC Education Channel on YouTube [...]
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