Woodcocks at Marian Byrnes Natural Area
Mar
28
6:00 PM18:00

Woodcocks at Marian Byrnes Natural Area

Join the Chicago Bird Alliance in search of the iconic American Woodcock! This evening trip will be located at the historic Van Vlissingen prairie within the Marian Byrnes Natural Area. All ages and experience levels are welcomed.

Dress warmly with multiple layers, as temperatures drop around dusk. Flashlights are permitted and loaner binoculars will be available by request. The trip leader will also use a thermal camera to aid our search.

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Wooded Island Birding Outing
Mar
29
8:00 AM08:00

Wooded Island Birding Outing

Chicago Bird Alliance has hosted walks at Jackson Park every Saturday, year ‘round (weather permitting), for over 50 years! We traverse a distance of about two miles, walking through Wooded Island and Bobolink Meadow. The walks are free and open to all, and newcomers are warmly welcomed.

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Birding Outing at Washington Park
Mar
29
8:00 AM08:00

Birding Outing at Washington Park

Join us for a Saturday morning bird walk in the Hyde Park neighborhood’s “under-birded” Washington Park!

Designed by famed landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted, Washington Park contains 35.7 acres of prairie, wetlands and lagoons. Its many habitat types attract a wide variety of bird species.

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Spring Migration Outings at North Park Village Nature Center
Apr
5
8:00 AM08:00

Spring Migration Outings at North Park Village Nature Center

  • North Park Village Nature Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Spring migration is upon us, and so are these much-loved outings at North Park Village Nature Center! Join us as we travel through this beautiful preserve, which encompasses 46 acres of gorgeous trails winding through woodland, wetland, prairie, and savanna habitats. The route is approximately one mile long and takes about two hours to traverse.

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Wooded Island Birding Outing
Apr
5
8:00 AM08:00

Wooded Island Birding Outing

Chicago Bird Alliance has hosted walks at Jackson Park every Saturday, year ‘round (weather permitting), for over 50 years! We traverse a distance of about two miles, walking through Wooded Island and Bobolink Meadow. The walks are free and open to all, and newcomers are warmly welcomed.

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Wooded Island Birding Outing
Apr
12
8:00 AM08:00

Wooded Island Birding Outing

Chicago Bird Alliance has hosted walks at Jackson Park every Saturday, year ‘round (weather permitting), for over 50 years! We traverse a distance of about two miles, walking through Wooded Island and Bobolink Meadow. The walks are free and open to all, and newcomers are warmly welcomed.

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Spring Migration Outings at North Park Village Nature Center
Apr
12
8:00 AM08:00

Spring Migration Outings at North Park Village Nature Center

  • North Park Village Nature Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Spring migration is upon us, and so are these much-loved outings at North Park Village Nature Center! Join us as we travel through this beautiful preserve, which encompasses 46 acres of gorgeous trails winding through woodland, wetland, prairie, and savanna habitats. The route is approximately one mile long and takes about two hours to traverse.

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Wooded Island Birding Outing
Apr
19
8:00 AM08:00

Wooded Island Birding Outing

Chicago Bird Alliance has hosted walks at Jackson Park every Saturday, year ‘round (weather permitting), for over 50 years! We traverse a distance of about two miles, walking through Wooded Island and Bobolink Meadow. The walks are free and open to all, and newcomers are warmly welcomed.

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Spring Migration Outings at North Park Village Nature Center
Apr
19
8:00 AM08:00

Spring Migration Outings at North Park Village Nature Center

  • North Park Village Nature Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Spring migration is upon us, and so are these much-loved outings at North Park Village Nature Center! Join us as we travel through this beautiful preserve, which encompasses 46 acres of gorgeous trails winding through woodland, wetland, prairie, and savanna habitats. The route is approximately one mile long and takes about two hours to traverse.

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Wooded Island Birding Outing
Apr
26
8:00 AM08:00

Wooded Island Birding Outing

Chicago Bird Alliance has hosted walks at Jackson Park every Saturday, year ‘round (weather permitting), for over 50 years! We traverse a distance of about two miles, walking through Wooded Island and Bobolink Meadow. The walks are free and open to all, and newcomers are warmly welcomed.

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Spring Migration Outings at North Park Village Nature Center
Apr
26
8:00 AM08:00

Spring Migration Outings at North Park Village Nature Center

  • North Park Village Nature Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Spring migration is upon us, and so are these much-loved outings at North Park Village Nature Center! Join us as we travel through this beautiful preserve, which encompasses 46 acres of gorgeous trails winding through woodland, wetland, prairie, and savanna habitats. The route is approximately one mile long and takes about two hours to traverse.

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Spring Migration Outings at North Park Village Nature Center
May
3
8:00 AM08:00

Spring Migration Outings at North Park Village Nature Center

  • North Park Village Nature Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Spring migration is upon us, and so are these much-loved outings at North Park Village Nature Center! Join us as we travel through this beautiful preserve, which encompasses 46 acres of gorgeous trails winding through woodland, wetland, prairie, and savanna habitats. The route is approximately one mile long and takes about two hours to traverse.

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Wooded Island Birding Outing
May
3
8:00 AM08:00

Wooded Island Birding Outing

Chicago Bird Alliance has hosted walks at Jackson Park every Saturday, year ‘round (weather permitting), for over 50 years! We traverse a distance of about two miles, walking through Wooded Island and Bobolink Meadow. The walks are free and open to all, and newcomers are warmly welcomed.

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Illinois Spring Bird Count 2025
May
10
12:01 AM00:01

Illinois Spring Bird Count 2025

The Illinois Spring Bird Count (ISBC) is a yearly bird count that consists of volunteers conducting bird censuses in all 102 counties in Illinois. The research derived from this count is important in helping understand the impact of climate change on birds, and changes in bird populations statewide.

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Wooded Island Birding Outing
May
10
8:00 AM08:00

Wooded Island Birding Outing

Chicago Bird Alliance has hosted walks at Jackson Park every Saturday, year ‘round (weather permitting), for over 50 years! We traverse a distance of about two miles, walking through Wooded Island and Bobolink Meadow. The walks are free and open to all, and newcomers are warmly welcomed.

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Spring Migration Outings at North Park Village Nature Center
May
10
8:00 AM08:00

Spring Migration Outings at North Park Village Nature Center

  • North Park Village Nature Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Spring migration is upon us, and so are these much-loved outings at North Park Village Nature Center! Join us as we travel through this beautiful preserve, which encompasses 46 acres of gorgeous trails winding through woodland, wetland, prairie, and savanna habitats. The route is approximately one mile long and takes about two hours to traverse.

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Wooded Island Birding Outing
May
17
8:00 AM08:00

Wooded Island Birding Outing

Chicago Bird Alliance has hosted walks at Jackson Park every Saturday, year ‘round (weather permitting), for over 50 years! We traverse a distance of about two miles, walking through Wooded Island and Bobolink Meadow. The walks are free and open to all, and newcomers are warmly welcomed.

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Spring Migration Outings at North Park Village Nature Center
May
17
8:00 AM08:00

Spring Migration Outings at North Park Village Nature Center

  • North Park Village Nature Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Spring migration is upon us, and so are these much-loved outings at North Park Village Nature Center! Join us as we travel through this beautiful preserve, which encompasses 46 acres of gorgeous trails winding through woodland, wetland, prairie, and savanna habitats. The route is approximately one mile long and takes about two hours to traverse.

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Wooded Island Birding Outing
May
24
8:00 AM08:00

Wooded Island Birding Outing

Chicago Bird Alliance has hosted walks at Jackson Park every Saturday, year ‘round (weather permitting), for over 50 years! We traverse a distance of about two miles, walking through Wooded Island and Bobolink Meadow. The walks are free and open to all, and newcomers are warmly welcomed.

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Spring Migration Outings at North Park Village Nature Center
May
24
8:00 AM08:00

Spring Migration Outings at North Park Village Nature Center

  • North Park Village Nature Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Spring migration is upon us, and so are these much-loved outings at North Park Village Nature Center! Join us as we travel through this beautiful preserve, which encompasses 46 acres of gorgeous trails winding through woodland, wetland, prairie, and savanna habitats. The route is approximately one mile long and takes about two hours to traverse.

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Spring Migration Outings at North Park Village Nature Center
May
31
8:00 AM08:00

Spring Migration Outings at North Park Village Nature Center

  • North Park Village Nature Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Spring migration is upon us, and so are these much-loved outings at North Park Village Nature Center! Join us as we travel through this beautiful preserve, which encompasses 46 acres of gorgeous trails winding through woodland, wetland, prairie, and savanna habitats. The route is approximately one mile long and takes about two hours to traverse.

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Wooded Island Birding Outing
May
31
8:00 AM08:00

Wooded Island Birding Outing

Chicago Bird Alliance has hosted walks at Jackson Park every Saturday, year ‘round (weather permitting), for over 50 years! We traverse a distance of about two miles, walking through Wooded Island and Bobolink Meadow. The walks are free and open to all, and newcomers are warmly welcomed.

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Wooded Island Birding Outing
Jun
7
8:00 AM08:00

Wooded Island Birding Outing

Chicago Bird Alliance has hosted walks at Jackson Park every Saturday, year ‘round (weather permitting), for over 50 years! We traverse a distance of about two miles, walking through Wooded Island and Bobolink Meadow. The walks are free and open to all, and newcomers are warmly welcomed.

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Wooded Island Birding Outing
Jun
14
8:00 AM08:00

Wooded Island Birding Outing

Chicago Bird Alliance has hosted walks at Jackson Park every Saturday, year ‘round (weather permitting), for over 50 years! We traverse a distance of about two miles, walking through Wooded Island and Bobolink Meadow. The walks are free and open to all, and newcomers are warmly welcomed.

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Wooded Island Birding Outing
Jun
21
8:00 AM08:00

Wooded Island Birding Outing

Chicago Bird Alliance has hosted walks at Jackson Park every Saturday, year ‘round (weather permitting), for over 50 years! We traverse a distance of about two miles, walking through Wooded Island and Bobolink Meadow. The walks are free and open to all, and newcomers are warmly welcomed.

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Wooded Island Birding Outing
Jun
28
8:00 AM08:00

Wooded Island Birding Outing

Chicago Bird Alliance has hosted walks at Jackson Park every Saturday, year ‘round (weather permitting), for over 50 years! We traverse a distance of about two miles, walking through Wooded Island and Bobolink Meadow. The walks are free and open to all, and newcomers are warmly welcomed.

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Wooded Island Birding Outing
Jul
5
8:00 AM08:00

Wooded Island Birding Outing

Chicago Bird Alliance has hosted walks at Jackson Park every Saturday, year ‘round (weather permitting), for over 50 years! We traverse a distance of about two miles, walking through Wooded Island and Bobolink Meadow. The walks are free and open to all, and newcomers are warmly welcomed.

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Wooded Island Birding Outing
Jul
12
8:00 AM08:00

Wooded Island Birding Outing

Chicago Bird Alliance has hosted walks at Jackson Park every Saturday, year ‘round (weather permitting), for over 50 years! We traverse a distance of about two miles, walking through Wooded Island and Bobolink Meadow. The walks are free and open to all, and newcomers are warmly welcomed.

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Wooded Island Birding Outing
Jul
19
8:00 AM08:00

Wooded Island Birding Outing

Chicago Bird Alliance has hosted walks at Jackson Park every Saturday, year ‘round (weather permitting), for over 50 years! We traverse a distance of about two miles, walking through Wooded Island and Bobolink Meadow. The walks are free and open to all, and newcomers are warmly welcomed.

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Wooded Island Birding Outing
Jul
26
8:00 AM08:00

Wooded Island Birding Outing

Chicago Bird Alliance has hosted walks at Jackson Park every Saturday, year ‘round (weather permitting), for over 50 years! We traverse a distance of about two miles, walking through Wooded Island and Bobolink Meadow. The walks are free and open to all, and newcomers are warmly welcomed.

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Birding Outing at Steelworkers/Park 566
Mar
23
7:00 AM07:00

Birding Outing at Steelworkers/Park 566

  • Chicago, IL, 60617 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

While most bird lovers don’t associate March with spring migration, a unique and underappreciated suite of bird species can be seen starting to migrate. Given the right conditions spectacular movements of robins, blackbirds, geese, and cranes may be seen, sometimes numbering in the thousands.

Unlike with the warblers of peak spring, the migrants in March are often seen actively migrating in the hours after sunrise. With a smaller number of species to worry about, this makes for an ideal opportunity to start learning how to identify birds in flight.

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Woodcocks at Marian Byrnes Natural Area
Mar
20
6:00 PM18:00

Woodcocks at Marian Byrnes Natural Area

Join the Chicago Bird Alliance in search of the iconic American Woodcock! This evening trip will be located at the historic Van Vlissingen prairie within the Marian Byrnes Natural Area. All ages and experience levels are welcomed.

Dress warmly with multiple layers, as temperatures drop around dusk. Flashlights are permitted and loaner binoculars will be available by request. The trip leader will also use a thermal camera to aid our search.

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Virtual Presentation: Birding 101
Jan
21
7:00 PM19:00

Virtual Presentation: Birding 101

If you’re just getting into birding and trying to figure out where to go, when to go, what to bring, and how to identify the birds you see, this program will provide both direction and inspiration.

Matt Igleski, Executive Director, Chicago Bird Alliance, will discuss field guides, phone apps, weather patterns, bird identification, birding terminology, and other topics to equip you with a quick start guide to all things birding.

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“Lakewatch” with Woody Goss
Nov
24
7:00 AM07:00

“Lakewatch” with Woody Goss

Join CBA board member and trip leader Woody Goss for these special migratory waterbird events at Steelworkers Park! Lakewatching is a particular style of birding that can involve fleeting experiences of fast-flying birds both near and far, including large numbers of migrants not seen on land. Woody will demonstrate the art of lakewatching through both binoculars and a spotting scope.

October is a great month for dabbling ducks, diving ducks and migratory gulls and terns. As always in the fall migration period, anything rare could show up!

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[Sold Out] VAN TRIP: Sandhill Cranes and More Van Trip to Jasper-Pulaski
Nov
23
12:00 PM12:00

[Sold Out] VAN TRIP: Sandhill Cranes and More Van Trip to Jasper-Pulaski

  • East Chicago South Shore Line (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Maximize your crane experience by joining CBA on a van trip down to see the Sandhill Crane migration at Jasper-Pulaski Fish & Wildlife Area. We will drive back roads on the way to the Sandhill Crane nighttime gathering location looking for more Sandhill Cranes, as well as Whooping Cranes, Rough-legged Hawks, Northern Shrike, Golden Eagles, and other winter visitors to our region.

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“Lakewatch” with Woody Goss
Nov
17
7:00 AM07:00

“Lakewatch” with Woody Goss

Join CBA board member and trip leader Woody Goss for these special migratory waterbird events at Steelworkers Park! Lakewatching is a particular style of birding that can involve fleeting experiences of fast-flying birds both near and far, including large numbers of migrants not seen on land. Woody will demonstrate the art of lakewatching through both binoculars and a spotting scope.

October is a great month for dabbling ducks, diving ducks and migratory gulls and terns. As always in the fall migration period, anything rare could show up!

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