Richard Clark park is a mixed-use park with playing fields, a boat launch and riverside trail along the north branch of the Chicago River (eastern shore) just south of Addison street. .  Its amenities are heavily used by people, including from nearby Lane Tech, but it can be very birdy during migration. The riverside trail goes along the fields and then past a wooded section of the park with big trees and a 'secret' dirt bike trail. We will also hopefully be able to see ducks in courtship on the river. Birds such as Fox Sparrows, White-crowned sparrows and Catharus thrushes can be found in the woods and may be singing. Warblers are also a good bet there.

This trip can be a bit muddy at times.  Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear.

Leader: Vinod Babu

You must RSVP in advance. Pre-registration is required for the bird walk. Please contact Vinod (pavinodbabu@gmail.com) or aerin tedesco (aerintedesco@gmail.com) at least 24 hours in advance if you cannot attend or with questions.

In order to attend you must be FULLY VACCINATED. Please bring a face mask with you. You may be asked to wear it as needed by the trip leader.

Parking on Rockwell street (Coordinates: 41°56'42.3"N 87°41'39.1"W):
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