Location: Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary, 200 W. Montrose Harbor Dr., Chicago.

Date: Friday, 5/9/2025

Time: 7:30:00 AM - 10:30:00 AM

Montrose in migration, what else needs to be said! We'll meet at the front of the preserve and do the circuit through the preserve, then do the dunes as well. We'll look for the mix of woodland and water birds in migration that Montrose is known for!

Leaders: Vinod Babu

Pre-registration is required. Please contact Vinod Babu (pavinodbabu@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 2 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.

Parking lot portable toilets are 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 and possibly a light jacket. Long pants and insect repellent are recommended.

The exact meeting location will be emailed in advance to registrants. Metered parking is available on Montrose Harbor Drive and free parking is available on Montrose Avenue. Montrose Bird Sanctuary is accessible by public transit via the 78 bus.

Respiratory Illness Precautions:

COS supports the decision of individual trip participants to wear masks.