Join IndiGo Birding Nature Tours guide David Rupp for a birding field trip through the Palos region of southwestern Cook County. The trip is designed to find a lot of waterfowl species, but we will appreciate and observe all birds we encounter. We will meet at Saganashkee Slough, then proceed to the Sag Quarries, Tampier Lake, McGinnis Slough, and end at the Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center if time permits. We will drive from place to place, birding from the parking lot or going on short walks to get better vantage points. Bring a spotting scope if you have one, but David will have two scopes to share. 

Leader: David Rupp

You must RSVP in advance! Pre-registration is required. Please contact David Rupp (david@indigobirding.com) or Aerin Tedesco (aerintedesco@gmail.com) at least 24 hours in advance if you cannot attend or with questions.

Accessibility:
Total trip distance is approximately 16 miles driving (loop with five stops) with less than 1/2 mile walking. Most birding will be done from parking lots and boat launches. Short walks might be taken on easy trails if weather and time permits.

Portable toilets are available in the parking lot. Restrooms are available in the Nature Center which opens at 9:00 a.m.

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 heavy coat, hat, and gloves. Loaner binoculars will be available.

Location and Transportation:
The trip will begin at Saganashkee Slough. Free parking is available in the parking lot. Driving is recommended. Car pooling and pickups from the train station can be coordinated. Contact David if interested. 

Public Health:
Please bring a face mask with you. You may be asked to wear it as needed by the trip leader.