Location: Bill Jarvis Migratory Bird Sanctuary,  3550 N DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60613

Join COS for morning birding at Bill Jarvis Migratory Bird Sanctuary. This 10-acre hotspot packs diverse habitats including woodland, savanna, and wetland. The majority of our time will be spent at the Sanctuary’s Viewing Platform searching for flycatchers, woodpeckers, and Black-crowned Night Herons. Our remaining time together will be allocated for a quick walk around the Jarvis trail and a peek out at the lake. Novice birders are welcome and encouraged to attend. Loaner binoculars will be available.

Leaders: Sammy Cabindol

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

Accessibility:

Total trip distance is approximately 0.5 miles and will take place mostly on wide paved, crushed-gravel, or wood-chip trails that are relatively level with minimal incline. We may leave the trail at times to walk through the grass for a better view of the birds. Any recent rain may create muddy conditions.

Restrooms are not available.

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 hat and sunscreen. Loaner binoculars will be available.

The exact meeting location will be emailed in advance to registrants. Metered parking is available at The Waveland Parking Lot: 3600N N Recreation Dr, Chicago, IL 60613

COVID:

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