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The Chicago Park District hosts workdays at Montrose Dunes every Saturday from 9AM to noon. Come help maintain and restore habitat at one of Chicago’s premier birding sites! Please note that the October workday will be held on a Sunday.
The Chicago Park District hosts workdays at Montrose Dunes every Saturday from 9AM to noon. Come help maintain and restore habitat at one of Chicago’s premier birding sites!
The Chicago Park District hosts workdays at Montrose Dunes every Saturday from 9AM to noon. Come help maintain and restore habitat at one of Chicago’s premier birding sites!
The Chicago Park District hosts workdays at Montrose Dunes every Saturday from 9AM to noon. Come help maintain and restore habitat at one of Chicago’s premier birding sites!
In conjunction with Cook County Forest Preserves, CAS coordinates an extensive restoration project at Camp Pine Woods, an area prime for woodland and shrub prairie birds including summer nesters and seasonal migrants.
Workday activities may include cutting and burning buckthorn, removing other invasives, or seed harvesting. Waterproof shoes/boots are recommended, as well as work gloves and protective eyewear (gloves and eyewear will be available for those who need them).
Virtual volunteer information session
In conjunction with Cook County Forest Preserves, CAS coordinates an extensive restoration project at Camp Pine Woods, an area prime for woodland and shrub prairie birds including summer nesters and seasonal migrants.
Workday activities may include cutting and burning buckthorn, removing other invasives, or seed harvesting. Waterproof shoes/boots are recommended, as well as work gloves and protective eyewear (gloves and eyewear will be available for those who need them).
Virtual volunteer information session
Join us for a bird walk and/or habitat restoration event on October 7th!
In conjunction with Cook County Forest Preserves, CAS coordinates an extensive restoration project at Camp Pine Woods, an area prime for woodland and shrub prairie birds including summer nesters and seasonal migrants. Workday activities may include cutting and burning buckthorn, removing other invasives, or seed harvesting.
The bird walk will begin at 7AM and the workday will begin at 9AM. Feel free to attend both or either portion.
Photo: Field sparrow by KC Bailey
In conjunction with Cook County Forest Preserves, CAS coordinates an extensive restoration project at Camp Pine Woods, an area prime for woodland and shrub prairie birds including summer nesters and seasonal migrants.
Workday activities may include cutting and burning buckthorn, removing other invasives, or seed harvesting. Waterproof shoes/boots are recommended, as well as work gloves and protective eyewear (gloves and eyewear will be available for those who need them).
Meet at the farthest parking lot at Camp Pine Woods on Euclid/Lake Avenue between Des Plaines and Glenview, just east of the Des Plaines River.
Enter on the south side of Lake Avenue, eastbound ONLY from Des Plaines River Rd. (there’s no left turn westbound on Lake).
Photo: Red-winged blackbird by Lia Bocchiaro
In conjunction with Cook County Forest Preserves, CAS coordinates an extensive restoration project at Camp Pine Woods, an area prime for woodland and shrub prairie birds including summer nesters and seasonal migrants.
Workday activities may include cutting and burning buckthorn, removing other invasives, or seed harvesting. Waterproof shoes/boots are recommended, as well as work gloves and protective eyewear (gloves and eyewear will be available for those who need them).
Meet at the farthest parking lot at Camp Pine Woods on Euclid/Lake Avenue between Des Plaines and Glenview, just east of the Des Plaines River.
Enter on the south side of Lake Avenue, eastbound ONLY from Des Plaines River Rd. (there’s no left turn westbound on Lake).
Photo: Indigo bunting by Amy Kay
In conjunction with Cook County Forest Preserves, CAS coordinates an extensive restoration project at Camp Pine Woods, an area prime for woodland and shrub prairie birds including summer nesters and seasonal migrants.
Workday activities may include cutting and burning buckthorn, removing other invasives, or seed harvesting. Waterproof shoes/boots are recommended, as well as work gloves and protective eyewear (gloves and eyewear will be available for those who need them).
Meet at the farthest parking lot at Camp Pine Woods on Euclid/Lake Avenue between Des Plaines and Glenview, just east of the Des Plaines River.
Enter on the south side of Lake Avenue, eastbound ONLY from Des Plaines River Rd. (there’s no left turn westbound on Lake).
Photo: Prothonotary Warbler by Douglas Tallamy
In conjunction with Cook County Forest Preserves, CAS coordinates an extensive restoration project at Camp Pine Woods, an area prime for woodland and shrub prairie birds including summer nesters and seasonal migrants.
Workday activities may include cutting and burning buckthorn, removing other invasives, or seed harvesting. Waterproof shoes/boots are recommended, as well as work gloves and protective eyewear (gloves and eyewear will be available for those who need them).
Meet at the farthest parking lot at Camp Pine Woods on Euclid/Lake Avenue between Des Plaines and Glenview, just east of the Des Plaines River.
Enter on the south side of Lake Avenue, eastbound ONLY from Des Plaines River Rd. (there’s no left turn westbound on Lake).
Montrose Beach and Dunes is an important stop for many birds during migration. Help clean up and prepare this important birding hotspot. Join the dedicated stewards with picking up trash, removing invasive plants, and other tasks to help make this nesting area safe and clean for our beloved visitors.
Photo: Carolina wren by Chera DeHoff
In conjunction with Cook County Forest Preserves, CAS coordinates an extensive restoration project at Camp Pine Woods, an area prime for woodland and shrub prairie birds including summer nesters and seasonal migrants.
Workday activities may include cutting and burning buckthorn, removing other invasives, or seed harvesting. Waterproof shoes/boots are recommended, as well as work gloves and protective eyewear (gloves and eyewear will be available for those who need them).
Meet at the farthest parking lot at Camp Pine Woods on Euclid/Lake Avenue between Des Plaines and Glenview, just east of the Des Plaines River.
Enter on the south side of Lake Avenue, eastbound ONLY from Des Plaines River Rd. (there’s no left turn westbound on Lake).
Piping Plovers and other shorebirds are on their way to Montrose Beach and Dunes! Help clean up and prepare this important birding hotspot. Join the dedicated stewards with picking up trash, removing invasive plants, and other tasks to help make this nesting area safe and clean for our beloved visitors.
Piping Plovers and other shorebirds are on their way to Montrose Beach and Dunes! Help clean up and prepare this important birding hotspot. Join the dedicated stewards with picking up trash, removing invasive plants, and other tasks to help make this nesting area safe and clean for our beloved visitors.
Photo: American tree sparrow by Karen Brown
In conjunction with Cook County Forest Preserves, CAS coordinates an extensive restoration project at Camp Pine Woods, an area prime for woodland and shrub prairie birds including summer nesters and seasonal migrants.
Workday activities may include cutting and burning buckthorn, removing other invasives, or seed harvesting. Waterproof shoes/boots are recommended, as well as work gloves and protective eyewear (gloves and eyewear will be available for those who need them).
Meet at the farthest parking lot at Camp Pine Woods on Euclid/Lake Avenue between Des Plaines and Glenview, just east of the Des Plaines River.
Enter on the south side of Lake Avenue, eastbound ONLY from Des Plaines River Rd. (there’s no left turn westbound on Lake).
Piping Plovers and other shorebirds are on their way to Montrose Beach and Dunes! Help clean up and prepare this important birding hotspot. Join the dedicated stewards with picking up trash, removing invasive plants, and other tasks to help make this nesting area safe and clean for our beloved visitors.
In conjunction with Cook County Forest Preserves, CAS coordinates an extensive restoration project at Camp Pine Woods, an area prime for woodland and shrub prairie birds including summer nesters and seasonal migrants.
Workday activities may include cutting and burning buckthorn, removing other invasives, or seed harvesting. Waterproof shoes/boots are recommended, as well as work gloves and protective eyewear (gloves and eyewear will be available for those who need them).
Meet at the farthest parking lot at Camp Pine Woods on Euclid/Lake Avenue between Des Plaines and Glenview, just east of the Des Plaines River.
Enter on the south side of Lake Avenue, eastbound ONLY from Des Plaines River Rd. (there’s no left turn westbound on Lake).
Photo: Red-headed woodpecker by Lindsay Vacek
In conjunction with Cook County Forest Preserves, CAS coordinates an extensive restoration project at Camp Pine Woods, an area prime for woodland and shrub prairie birds including summer nesters and seasonal migrants.
Join us for a fall workday as we focus on cutting and burning buckthorn, an invasive species, to make way for native plantings on-site. Waterproof shoes/boots are recommended, as well as work gloves and protective eyewear (gloves and eyewear available for those who need them).
Meet at the farthest parking lot at Camp Pine Woods on Euclid/Lake Avenue between Des Plaines and Glenview, just east of the Des Plaines River.
Enter on the south side of Lake Avenue, eastbound ONLY from Des Plaines River Rd. (there’s no left turn westbound on Lake).
Photo: Chestnut-sided warbler by Shirley Donald
Join the stewards of Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary for a workday at one of the top bird watching spots in the country! From removing invasive plants to planting native ones, picking up trash to collecting seeds, this beautiful natural area is in need of a helping hand to ensure it continues to support the countless birds and people that visit and rely on it.
No experience is necessary. All necessary tools, equipment and instruction will be provided. Please dress for the weather and wear long pants and close toed shoes you don’t mind getting dirty. Volunteers are encouraged to bring plenty of water and sun protection.
Contact:
Site Steward Alycia Kluenenberg with any questions and to RSVP: akluenenberg@gmail.com
Directions:
Meet at the Magic hedge main entrance, located on Montrose Ave east of Lake Shore Drive. Continue east on Montrose Avenue towards the lake. As the road turns north, take the right by the bait shop. Continue to the nature area on the left, just before the harbor parking lot. See map below.
Parking:
There are parking meters along W. Montrose Drive. The attached a map (see below) shows where free parking is still available - green designates no meters on the map. Red designates metered parking. Free parking extends along W Montrose Avenue/Simonds Drive.
In conjunction with Cook County Forest Preserves, CAS coordinates an extensive restoration project at Camp Pine Woods, an area prime for woodland and shrub prairie birds including summer nesters and seasonal migrants.
Join us for a fall workday as we focus on cutting and burning buckthorn, an invasive species, to make way for native plantings on-site. Waterproof shoes/boots are recommended, as well as work gloves and protective eyewear (gloves and eyewear available for those who need them).
Meet at the farthest parking lot at Camp Pine Woods on Euclid/Lake Avenue between Des Plaines and Glenview, just east of the Des Plaines River.
Enter on the south side of Lake Avenue, eastbound ONLY from Des Plaines River Rd. (there’s no left turn westbound on Lake).
In conjunction with Cook County Forest Preserves, CAS coordinates an extensive restoration project at Camp Pine Woods, an area prime for woodland and shrub prairie birds including summer nesters and seasonal migrants.
Join us for a fall workday as we focus on collecting seeds from native plantings on-site. Waterproof shoes/boots are recommended, as well as work gloves and protective eyewear (gloves and eyewear will be available for those who need them).
Meet at the farthest parking lot at Camp Pine Woods on Euclid/Lake Avenue between Des Plaines and Glenview, just east of the Des Plaines River.
Enter on the south side of Lake Avenue, eastbound ONLY from Des Plaines River Rd. (there’s no left turn westbound on Lake).
Our May workday at Camp Pine is this Saturday, May 7th, from 9am-12pm. We will be pulling garlic mustard! Please meet at the far end of the parking lot, and bring bug repellant if you have it. It's tick season!
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Join Shedd Aquarium to make a positive difference for birds, amphibians, and other wildlife by restoring local habitats.
Join Shedd Aquarium to make a positive difference for birds, amphibians, and other wildlife by restoring local habitats.
Join Shedd Aquarium to make a positive difference for birds, amphibians, and other wildlife by restoring local habitats.
Join Shedd Aquarium to make a positive difference for birds, amphibians, and other wildlife by restoring local habitats.
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