The second entry into our occasional series highlighting places where important conservation actions are making better habitat for birds. Come and get bird conservation literate! This series is not just for birders - all who want to learn about local conservation are welcome.

This grassland/wetland complex, owned by the Cook County Forest Preserves, formerly tree plantations and hay, is now home to a beautiful restored prairie, the second largest population of bobolinks in Illinois, plus a broad range of nesting birds of grassland and wet grassland. Come explore the site and learn about the conservation actions that made this special place what it is. You’re in for a treat!

Trip leader: Judy Pollock. Park in the FPCC lot west of Central and north of Flossmoor.

Accessibility and safety info: The trip will take place on wide, uneven mowed grass trails and a boardwalk with an incline. Protect yourself against the sun and ticks (tuck your pants legs into your soks or wear boots, tuck in your shirt and wear long sleeves.) Bring water.

Bobolink!

Photo by Jamie Burning