Location: Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary, 200 W. Montrose Harbor Dr., Chicago.

Date: Friday, 10/11/2025

Time: 7:30 AM - 10:00 AM

We'll be seeking more migrants at Montrose! This was the week when I once observed more than 50 northern flickers migrating along the lakeshore so we'll hope to see big movements along the lake of shorebirds, woodland migrants and raptors!

Leaders: Vinod Babu

Pre-registration is required. Please contact Vinod Babu (pavinodbabu@gmail.com) at least 24 hours in advance if you cannot attend or with questions.

Accessibility:

Total trip distance is approximately 1miles and will take place mostly on wide paved, crushed-gravel, or wood-chip trails that are relatively level with minimal incline. We may leave the trail at times to walk through the grass for a better view of the birds. Any recent rain may create muddy conditions.
Restrooms are unavailable.

Weather/Attire/Other:

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Please bring bottled water. Dress for the weather. Based on the forecast, you may want to bring a hat and sunscreen and possibly a light jacket.

The exact meeting location will be emailed in advance to registrants. Metered parking is available on Montrose Harbor Drive and free parking is available on Montrose Avenue. Montrose Bird Sanctuary is accessible by public transit via the 78 bus.

Respiratory Illness Precautions:

COS supports the decision of individual trip participants to wear masks