Photo: American woodcock by Teri Shors

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.

Meeting spot: Meet at the north entrance of the prairie on 97th Street and S Van Vlissingen Road. Parking is located along Van Vlissingen Road south of 97th. Parking any further north of this is zone-restricted.

Trip Leader: Erick Masias

There is no capacity limit, but registration is required.