Join COS at these under-birded hotspots as we look for waterfowl, raptors, irruption birds and other migrants. All experience levels are welcome. Binoculars will be available to borrow. Bring scope if you have one. Dress warmly! This site is exposed and winds can often be harsh. There is a lot of hiking involved and trails may be wet so wear appropriate footwear. We will caravan in our own cars between locations.
YOU MUST RSVP IN ADVANCE! THERE WILL BE NO IN-PERSON SIGN UP!
Due to COVID safety restrictions, we are limiting this walk to 5 people per leader. Since we will have such small groups, we ask that you contact the trip leaders or aerin tedesco at least 24 hours in advance if you cannot attend: aerintedesco@gmail.com
Please read the safety instructions below CAREFULLY before signing up!!!
Leaders: Edward Warden and Chris Williamson
For questions on the day of, call Christine Williamson – 773/415-5217.
Meet at southernmost parking lot at Rainbow Beach Park.
Rainbow Beach, 3111 E 77th St Chicago, IL 60649
Link to location on google maps: https://bit.ly/2I0aqKm
Safety Instructions:
- Face masks will be required for everyone and should cover both nose and mouth. Anyone without a mask cannot participate in the trip.
- Attendees should be spaced 6 feet apart from each other.
- Unfortunately, we will not be able to lend binoculars nor share scopes.
- No car pooling is allowed unless you live in the same household.
- If you are feeling ill and have any symptoms of COVID or have been exposed to anyone who has, we ask you to please not attend.
- The first time anyone deviates from the protocol (too close, no face covering, face covering not properly worn, and so on), I will make a request for that individual to get back into compliance. If that individual can't or won't comply, or upon a second deviation from the protocol, I will ask the individual to leave the walk. If the individual will not leave, then I will end the walk. These rules are for community safety, our safety, and for the comfort and peace of mind of those participating.