MOVIE SCREENING: Listers: A Glimpse Into Extreme Birdwatching
Mar
5
6:30 PM18:30

MOVIE SCREENING: Listers: A Glimpse Into Extreme Birdwatching

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

We are hosting a screening of “Listers: A Glimpse Into Extreme Birdwatching.” Come hang out with fellow bird observers and film aficionados while we take in this instant cult classic. This funny and interesting twist on a documentary was released directly to YouTube August 19, 2025, taking the collective bird community by storm. 

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Wooded Island Birding Outing
Mar
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
Mar
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
Mar
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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Morning Walk at Crabtree Nature Center
Mar
22
8:00 AM08:00

Morning Walk at Crabtree Nature Center

Join CBA for a morning birding trip at Crabtree Nature Center in Barrington. The Forest Preserves of Cook County manages the property's restored prairies, woodlands, and wetlands that host over 240 bird species throughout the year. During this time of year, we hope to observe early spring migratory species such as Green-winged Teal and Sandhill Crane.

This trip is designed to be a slow-spaced social bird walk traveling roughly 1.5 miles of trails with the first 0.3 miles of asphalt trail beginning on a slight incline before being relatively flat. The remainder of the trip will take place on mostly grass and natural dirt trails prone to muddy conditions with recurring slight inclines and declines and occasional obstacles including uneven terrain, roots, and holes. Dress for the weather. Restrooms and water fountains are available inside the nature center building. Cell reception is regularly available.

Trip Leader: Sammy Cabindol 
Meeting Spot: https://maps.app.goo.gl/sNA239PV9TZQeDuZ9

Registration is limited and required.

Image: Wood duck by Murray Head

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Woodcock Outing at Watersmeet Woods
Mar
25
7:00 PM19:00

Woodcock Outing at Watersmeet Woods

Join us in Northfield at Watersmeet Woods, a preserve with a mix of woods and open area that attracts displaying woodcock in spring migration. We will get in place around sunset and quietly listen and look for displaying birds for about an hour. It is a short walk on uneven grass trail to get in place for viewing and can be wet or muddy underfoot. Please dress warmly for the weather as this is less a walk than a wait, and temperatures can drop once the sun goes down. Long pants and tucked socks to guard against ticks are recommended. Flashlights will be welcome for leaving the field, but please limit their use during the watch to not compromise our night vision. Free street parking in the surrounding neighborhood is available.

Trip Leader: Kat O’Reilly
Meeting Spot: https://maps.app.goo.gl/B512rot9fKX2MmZu7

Registration is limited and required.

Image: American woodcock by Ian Sarmiento

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Wooded Island Birding Outing
Mar
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
Apr
4
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
11
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
18
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
25
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
May
2
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
May
9
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
May
16
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
May
23
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
May
30
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
6
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
13
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
27
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
Feb
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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[SOLD OUT] FOR THE BIRDS: Birds of North America at A Red Orchid Theater
Feb
19
5:30 PM17:30

[SOLD OUT] FOR THE BIRDS: Birds of North America at A Red Orchid Theater

Join us for Birds of North America at A Red Orchid Theater, a special evening benefiting Chicago Bird Alliance.

Join fellow bird and nature lovers for a memorable night at A Red Orchid Theater to enjoy Birds of North America, a moving father–daughter story. Their shared love of birds opens the door to conversations about family, life, and connection.

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WEBINAR: Bird Advocacy & Conservation Projects Around Chicago
Feb
11
6:00 PM18:00

WEBINAR: Bird Advocacy & Conservation Projects Around Chicago

Chicago Bird Alliance is hosting a webinar to highlight bird advocacy and conservation projects in and around Chicago on Wednesday, February 11th from 6-7:15 pm Central. Leaders from local organizations will be on hand to discuss their work in protecting and supporting Chicagoland's birds, as well as opportunities to volunteer to support this work.

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Cancelled - Wooded Island Birding Outing
Jan
24
8:00 AM08:00

Cancelled - 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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[2 spots left] VAN TRIP: Sandhill Cranes and More Van Trip to Jasper-Pulaski
Nov
22
12:00 PM12:00

[2 spots left] 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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