Location: Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago

Date: Monday, 06/16/25

Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

This field trip is tailored for beginner- and novice-level birders as well as young, budding birders.

Join COS for a morning bird outing at Lincoln Park Zoo. The park’s Nature Boardwalk is an excellent example of restoring native habitats in urban environments. We will walk roughly 1.5 miles on paved paths based on bird activity. Nearing the end of our walk we’ll visit the Black-crowned Night Heron breeding colony where–at this time of year–the nests are well-occupied by nesting pairs in the dozens. We will end our time together enjoying the zoo. Loaner binoculars will be available.

Leaders: Sammy Cabindol

Pre-registration is required. Please contact Sammy Cabindol (wildlifesammy@gmail.com) or Chris Holden (twoheadedvireo@gmail.com) at least 24 hours in advance if you cannot attend or with questions.

Accessibility:

Total trip distance is approximately 1.5 miles 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 available at the zoo.

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. Loaner binoculars will be available.

The exact meeting location will be emailed in advance to registrants. Metered street and pay lot parking is available at the Zoo. Free parking is also available in the area. The location is accessible by public transit via Buses 22, 36, 73, 76, 151, 156 and Brown/Purple Line at Armitage, Red Line at Fullerton.

Respiratory Illness Precautions:

COS supports the decision of individual trip participants to wear masks.