This episode of Patch Chat took place and was recorded on September 27, 2020. In the era of COVID, birding in groups can still be or feel unsafe for many of us. In order to bring you the safety of birding alone with the fun and information of birding with a group, Chicago Ornithological Society and Chicago Audubon Society have teamed up to bring you a new virtual series! With the help of experts who know them best, each episdoe highlights some of the best but underbirded hotspots in the Chicago region and how to make the most of your birding experience there.

This episode's focus is on Big Marsh Park on the southeast side of Chicago.