Location: Crabtree Nature Center, 3 Stover Rd, Barrington, IL 60010

Date: Monday, March 16, 2026

Time: 8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Join COS for a morning birding trip out to Crabtree Nature Center in Barrington. This destination is a favorite for many city birders who want to take a break from the hustle and bustle. The Forest Preserves of Cook County manages the property's prairies, woodlands, and wetlands that host 246 bird species throughout the year. This trip is designed to be a slow-paced, social bird outing.

Leaders: Sammy Cabindol

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

Accessibility:

We will walk roughly 1.5 miles of trails with the first 0.3 miles of asphalt trail beginning on a slight incline before being relatively flat. The remainder of the trip will take place on mostly grass and natural dirt trails prone to muddy conditions with recurring slight inclines and declines and occasional obstacles including uneven terrain, roots, and holes. 

Weather/Attire/Other:

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Please bring bottled water. Dress for the weather. Restrooms and water fountains are available inside the nature center building. Cell reception is regularly available. Loaner binoculars will be available on a first-come-first-served basis.

The exact meeting location will be emailed in advance to registrants. Free parking is available at parking lot. Driving is recommended. 

Location and Transportation:

Driving recommended. Free parking lot.

Respiratory Illness Precautions:

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