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Field Trips and Events
In cooperation with Third Coast Birding and Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, COS is proud to continue our long tradition of Wednesday morning bird walks at North Pond!
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This trip is specifically for beginning birders. We will focus on birding basics and identifying the most common birds in Chicago.
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NPVNC is a beautiful forest and wetland preserve in northern Chicago that features a good selection of woodland and wetland migrants
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Borbs and Forbs is a monthly event for nature enthusiasts and those inspired to give back to our communities. Each month we will visit a Chicago Park to admire local birds and other fauna, followed by a stewardship day with the park's steward.
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Join us for a hands-on workshop into the captivating world of bird photography with professional bird photographer, J’orge @yorickgarcia! Gain insights into kickstarting your bird photography adventure, from choosing the right gear to setting your camera, and mentally preparing yourself for capturing that perfect shot.
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Join COS for a bilingual birding trip at McKinley Park! This event is great for all ages including multi-generational families where some family members are more comfortable with Spanish.
Join us for a habitat restoration workday at COS’s flagship stewardship site LaBagh Woods, and help bring back critical bird habitat.
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Join us as we explore Humboldt Park as migratory birds flock to this incredible green oasis in the surrounding urban environment.
In cooperation with Third Coast Birding and Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, COS is proud to continue our long tradition of Wednesday morning bird walks at North Pond!
RSVP Required
We'll look for the mix of woodland and water birds in migration that Montrose is known for!
Join the annual Illinois Spring Bird Count and help support one of the longest running citizen science efforts in the state.
Join the stewards of Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary (Magic Hedge) for a workday at one of the top bird watching spots in the country!
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