LOOK HIGH TO THE SKY THIS SPRING DURING THE CHICAGO PARK DISTRICT’S BIRDING WORKSHOPS
Release Date: 04/16/09
Look high to the sky this spring with the Chicago Park District’s Birding Workshops during the bi-annual bird migratory passage through Chicago.
Designated as an “Important Bird Area” by the National Audubon Society, the Chicago Park District’s lakefront and North ParkVillageNatureCenter are the perfect locations to see a variety of birds. Such designation is given to nature areas that are vital to birds and biodiversity. Participants may possible catch a glimpse of Hooded Merganser, Yellow-Rumped Warbler, Yellow-Belly Sap Sucker, and American Kestrel!
“This birding workshop caters to a wide-range of nature enthusiasts,” said Peggy Stewart, Manager of Environmental Programs. “Children and adults can learn the basics of birding and learn about the various types of migratory birds that visit during migratory season.”
Birding Workshops are offered throughout the season as part of Chicago Park District’s Nature Oasis program at various Park District locations or at North ParkVillageNatureCenter. We invite you to join us at one of the following programs:
Purple Martin “Landlord” Training Workshop
· Wednesday, April 22; 7 – 9pm
· Lincoln Park Cultural Center, 2045 N. Lincoln Park West
· 18 & up; free
· Registration is required, call 312.742.4072
This is an education workshop for new and returning purple martin house monitors or “landlords.” Participants will learn about the unique needs and natural history of these birds and how to become a purple martin landlord at a Chicago park.
Spring Migration Bird Walks
· Saturdays; 8 – 10am
· April 25, May 2, 9, 16, 25, 30
· North Park Village Nature Center, 5801 N. Pulaski Rd.
· 18 & up, Free
Join Chicago Audubon Society and look for yellow Warblers, Scarlet Tanagers, Indigo Buntings and other colorful migratory birds as they return to the NatureCenter. Bring binoculars or check out a pair of ours.
Birding Workshop
· Saturday, May 2; 9 am
· Washington Park, 5531 S. Martin Luther King Dr.
· All ages, Free
· Prior registration is required. Call 312.742.5039 to register in advance.
This workshop is led by Tadas Birutis, who runs Lifebird Nature Tours. Tadas makes birding accessible, easy and fun! This workshop will teach participants how to use binoculars, how to better spot birds and how to look for specific characteristics.
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· Saturday, May 9; 9 am - noon
· Jackson Park (Wooded Island), Science Dr. & Lake Shore Dr., behind the Museum of Science & Industry
· All ages, Free
· This is a free event and no registration is required.
Get a bird’s eye view as participants can watch birds migrate home for the spring. Learn all about birds, go bird watching and make a bird craft to take home.
For more information about Nature Oasis programs, please call 312.742.5039. The Nature Oasis program helps Chicagoans experience and enjoy the wonder of nature right here in the city. It strives to cultivate environmental awareness and appreciation by offering a wide range of nature-based programs throughout the seasons, in locations across the city.
The North ParkVillageNatureCenter provides urban citizens with an opportunity to interact with wildlife, plants, and other natural resources through environmental education and access to natural landscapes. For more information about programs and events offered at the NatureCenter go to www.chicagoparkdistrict.com or call 312.744.5472.
- Contact Phone: 312 742 7529
- Publication Date: 04/16/09